Flooding risks are based on probability, but the standard equations may be outdated — or at least misunderstood.
‘More doors open’: Dozens celebrate earning their high school equivalency diplomas at YWCA graduation ceremony
The familiar tune, “Pomp and Circumstance,” played as graduates filed into the room at Trevecca Nazarene University. But the celebration was one-of-a-kind.
A Tennessee law giving the AG more power over death penalty cases has been ruled unconstitutional
The ruling from Judge Paula Skahan in Memphis impacts courts across the state.
Shrinking residuals and the rise of AI: Nashville union members say the SAG-AFTRA strike has been a long time coming
Over 70 people gathered on Music Row on Monday night for a rally in support of the SAG-AFTRA strike. Union members wore matching shirts, held signs and led supporters in chants, while passing cars honked in encouragement.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis highlights his presidential agenda during speech at annual Tennessee Republican dinner
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis stopped in Nashville Saturday night to give a keynote speech at the 44th Annual Statesman’s Dinner. The Republican fundraiser has boasted big names in the party in the past, but for DeSantis, this worked as a chance to give state lawmakers his presidential campaign speech.
The polls are open! Here’s what early voters had to say about Davidson County’s 2023 municipal election
The Howard Office Building, which houses the Davidson County Clerk’s office, is one of the most popular polling locations. On Friday morning, it was bristling with campaign signs for the dozens of candidates running for local offices, including mayor and Metro Council.
Environment — mayoral candidates respond to a WPLN listener’s question
Early balloting opens July 14, as Nashville voters head to the polls to elect the city’s next mayor. Choices are far from limited — with a field that rounds out to 12 candidates. WPLN News solicited questions from our audience on the issues they are most concerned about. We’ve selected five that we presented to […]
Nashville streetlights are getting a makeover, and that’s (possibly) good news for stargazers
Nashville is never truly dark. When the sun sets, an artificial glow rises, blocking out most of the celestial wonders above and disrupting the lives of organisms below.
Out, About: Let’s get in formation
Beyoncé will be with us shortly. The Queen Bey herself will be performing at Nissan Stadium tomorrow night — and there are, shockingly, some tickets left, starting at $128 (before all those lovely Ticketmaster fees).
Wilson County discussed informing parents about students’ gender identity. A school counseling expert says that would have dangerous consequences.
The suggestion by a school board member caused major concerns among some parents and district officials regarding the wellbeing of transgender students, as well as how the policy would be implemented.
On Air - 90.3 WPLN-FM