Judge orders no internet or social media for teens charged in Augusta neighborhood brawl
Teenage male stabbed to death in brawl involving up to 30 people
More than 1 out of every 4 Tennesseans now live in the Nashville area.
The fastest growing counties in the state all surround the capital
Man, toddler shot near gas station in central Alabama
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) - Police say a man and toddler have been shot near a gas station in central Alabama. Birmingham police Sgt. Bryan Shelton tells Al.com that the shooting occurred around 6:10 p.m. at the Mystik gas station. A vehicle…
Corrections deputy arrested after domestic dispute
MACON, Ga. (AP) - Authorities say a corrections deputy in central Georgia has been arrested after a domestic dispute. The Bibb County Sheriff's Office tells local news media in a news release that 44-year-old Tavy Knowlton Sr. has been charged…
State Rep. Durham seeks re-election despite investigation
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - A state representative under investigation after allegations he sexually harassed staff members says he will run for re-election. The Tennessean reports Franklin Republican Jeremy Durham has filed candidacy paperwork with the Williamson County Election Commission. Durham…
Nashville Man formally charged in dog fighting ring
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT)- A man accused of being involved in a dog fighting ring in Nashville has formally been charged after 31 dogs were taken from a home. James Burgess was arrested back on March 9 but was officially charged…
Alabama CEO returns to Earth's highest mountain for climb
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) - An Alabama-based CEO is expecting to return to the Earth's highest mountain for a second time this month after a massive earthquake stopped his initial climb. Al.com reports that 59-year-old Kent Stewart will be traveling to…
$1 MILLION POWERBALL WINNER IN GRAY
Nashville, TN (WDEF) - There's a Tennessee Lottery player in Gray, Tennessee, who won $1 million from last night's Powerball drawing. The player won by matching 5 of the 5 white balls drawn. No additional information is available until the prize is claimed. The…
Man charged for stabbing K-9 in DeKalb County
ATLANTA (CBS46) - A man arrested by U.S. Marshals Friday will be charged with assault on a police officer after stabbing a police K-9 named Tryko. Jeffery Nathan Coleman, 37, was a wanted man across several Georgia counties. Officials with the…
North Alabama to get the first ATV Trail at Buck’s Pocket State Park
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WHNT) – Outdoor enthusiasts have something new to get excited about. North Alabama will soon be home to an off-highway vehicle (OHV) trail in Buck's Pocket State Park. The trail is made possible by a hefty grant from…
Former deputy sheriff arrested on sexual assault charges
WINDER, Ga. (AP) - Authorities say a former deputy sheriff in northeast Georgia has been arrested on sexual assault charges from an incident involving a woman in custody. Georgia Bureau of Investigation spokeswoman Nelly Miles says 42-year-old William Stephenson Mitchell…
Memphis Zoo welcomes baby anteater
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) - A baby Southern tamandua has become the latest youngster to join the ranks of animals at the Memphis Zoo. The Commercial Appeal reports the baby hasn't yet been named because its sex is still unknown. It…
Hancock Fabrics closing all locations
ATLANTA (WGCL-TV) - Hancock Fabrics is closing all of its remaining 185 stores after filing for bankruptcy. The Great American Group won a bankruptcy auction for assets and inventory of the fabric and craft retailer. The company’s website is already…
Police: Teen was held down, injected with meth
BLOUNT COUNTY, Tenn. (WVLT) -- Three people from Blount County are facing felony reckless endangerment charges after deputies say they forced a minor to inject methamphetamine. Deputies say 29-year-old Samuel Thomas Hill, 32-year-old Michael Eugene Hill and 18-year-old Felicia Faith…
Police nab napping suspect hiding inside clothes dryer
BROOKSIDE, Ala. (AP) - A suspect found a creative place to hide during an Alabama drug raid, but investigators say it was the snoring that did him in. Brookside police said in a news release that about one hour and…
Magic rocks at Tennessee Aquarium: Penguin mating season gets underway!
The rocks become nests for the Gentoo and Macaroni penguins.
South Alabama police officer shot twice in undercover drug operation shootout
Suspect seriously wounded in gun battle
No special session to override Gov. Deal's religious liberty bill veto
Lt. Governor admits they couldn't get enough of the 3/5 votes needed to override the veto
Weather Update for Friday Morning, April 1st
Tornado Watch in effect until 5:00 a.m. EDT Friday.
"Allergy Emergency" bill becomes law in Tennesseee
The legislation was approved unanimously by the House of Representatives and Senate and has been signed by Governor Bill Haslam.
Tennessee's religious liberty bill deals with counselors
Coalition launches ads saying bill would allow therapists and counselors to turn away gay people in crisis
We'll learn which highway projects Governor Haslam will fund over the next 3 years on Thursday
Tennessee road construction plan revealed, without a gas tax hike
Gov. Bentley's advisor resigns, but says she did not have an affair with him
Lawmaker calls for impeachment of Governor
Morning Round-up: De-annexation Bill Dies, Tennessee's Bible Debate and Impeaching Alabama's Governor
Morning Round-up: De-annexation Bill Dies, Tennessee's Bible Debate and Impeaching Alabama's Governor