It’s no secret that Tennessee is a dangerous place for pedestrians: years of high fatality rates and various initiatives to try and tackle hazardous roadways evidence a long-standing issue.
Library garage fire prompts $10M lawsuit against Nashville Downtown Partnership
Metro Nashville’s insurance company has filed a $10 million lawsuit against the Nashville Downtown Partnership over last summer’s fire in the downtown parking garage next to the main library.
GOP leaders blast plan to fund immigrant nonprofit in Metro budget
High-ranking Republicans criticized the proposal online. The mayor’s office and nonprofit say funds would help people maintain their legal status.
Housing, Nashville General top concerns as residents weigh in on Metro’s budget
While the mayor has offered his spending proposal for the upcoming fiscal year, roughly one hundred Nashvillians went before the Metro Council Tuesday night to share changes they’d like to see made in the proposal.
Nashville police drone usage hits turbulence after launching without council approval
The drone program introduced last week by the Metro Nashville Police Department is facing backlash stemming from a lack of oversight.
As Elon Musk’s xAI supercomputer rankles Memphis, Nashville looks to regulate data centers
The city’s Metro Council will be considering legislation next week that would regulate and restrict some types of data centers in Nashville.
Nashville police begin testing drones to respond to emergency calls
The Metro Nashville Police Department will employ a “Drone as First Responder” trial program around the Madison precinct.
$54M in Nashville property values adjusted; more appeals expected
Nashville property valuations — and the resulting tax bills — have been generating controversy from businesses. Property owners can begin formally appealing their assessments.
Updates: Here’s what Nashville city agencies want to fund in the coming year
How will Metro spend your tax dollars? See the latest proposals on parks, libraries, transit, health, and more Metro agencies.
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