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Still rockin': As a singer turns 80, the Christmas song she sang as a teen is a holiday staple
Read full article: Still rockin': As a singer turns 80, the Christmas song she sang as a teen is a holiday stapleBrenda Lee's memories of recording “Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree” are a little hazy now.
Things to know about the federal investigation into the Memphis Police Department
Read full article: Things to know about the federal investigation into the Memphis Police DepartmentA U.S. Department of Justice investigation found that the Memphis Police Department committed a host of civil rights violations, including using excessive force, making illegal traffic stops and disproportionately targeting Black people in the majority Black city.
The Associated Press’ top photos of 2024 from the US
Read full article: The Associated Press’ top photos of 2024 from the USIn 2024, U.S. photographers captured glimpses of humanity, ranging from a deeply divisive presidential election, to hurricanes and fires that ravaged communities, to campus protests over the war between Israel and Hamas in Gaza.
More than 3,000 fake Gibson guitars seized at Los Angeles port
Read full article: More than 3,000 fake Gibson guitars seized at Los Angeles portAuthorities say U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents have seized more than 3,000 fake Gibson electric guitars shipped from Asia at the Los Angeles-Long Beach Seaport.
Donald Trump's latest branded venture is guitars that cost up to $10,000
Read full article: Donald Trump's latest branded venture is guitars that cost up to $10,000Following up the Bibles, sneakers, watches, photo books and cryptocurrency ventures launched during his third White House campaign, President-elect Donald Trump has apparently signed onto a line of guitars.
Rising star Payton Howie is in a league of her own with her edgy style and backwoods grit
Read full article: Rising star Payton Howie is in a league of her own with her edgy style and backwoods gritPayton Howie is back in Studio B.She's fresh off her tour with Grammy award-winning country artist Ashley McBryde and catching up with us on a whirlwind of a fall. She also brought the house down with a live performance of her latest single, 'Denim'. Watch the player above for her full interview and performance.
Man arrested after federal officials say he sought to destroy Nashville power site
Read full article: Man arrested after federal officials say he sought to destroy Nashville power siteThe Department of Justice says federal agents have arrested a Tennessee man who they say was trying to destroy a Nashville electrical substation.
Vinyl thrives at United Record Pressing as the nation's oldest record maker plays a familiar tune
Read full article: Vinyl thrives at United Record Pressing as the nation's oldest record maker plays a familiar tuneIn its 75 years in operation, United Record Pressing in Nashville has survived 8-tracks, cassettes, CDs, Napster, iPods and streaming services.
Tennessee judges say doctors can't be disciplined for providing emergency abortions
Read full article: Tennessee judges say doctors can't be disciplined for providing emergency abortionsA three-judge panel has ruled that Tennessee cannot discipline doctors who provide emergency abortions to protect the life of the mother while a lawsuit challenging the state’s sweeping abortion ban continues.
NCAA pilot study finds widespread social media harassment of athletes, coaches and officials
Read full article: NCAA pilot study finds widespread social media harassment of athletes, coaches and officialsAn NCAA study on social media abuse of athletes, coaches and other officials during championship events found nearly one in five posts that were flagged by an AI-based algorithm and determined to be abusive involved sexual harassment and 12% were related to sports betting.
SEC means more ... upsets? Three top 10 teams fall, led by Vanderbilt's vanquishing of Alabama
Read full article: SEC means more ... upsets? Three top 10 teams fall, led by Vanderbilt's vanquishing of AlabamaThe Southeastern Conference’s biggest shakeups haven’t come courtesy of newcomers Oklahoma and Texas so far, but from more unlikely culprits.
Chaos hits AP poll with 4 teams ranked in the top 11 losing to unranked opponents
Read full article: Chaos hits AP poll with 4 teams ranked in the top 11 losing to unranked opponentsVanderbilt’s stunning upset of No. 1 Alabama that led to crazed fans marching the goal posts through the streets of Nashville was just the appetizer.
Garth Brooks accused of rape in lawsuit from hair-and-makeup artist
Read full article: Garth Brooks accused of rape in lawsuit from hair-and-makeup artistA woman who says she worked as a hair-and-makeup artist for Garth Brooks alleges in a lawsuit that the country music star raped and sexually assaulted her in a Los Angeles hotel in 2019.
Packers QB Love available to play; CB Jaire Alexander out Sunday against Vikings
Read full article: Packers QB Love available to play; CB Jaire Alexander out Sunday against VikingsGreen Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love is returning on Sunday against the Minnesota Vikings after missing two games with a knee injury.
Southern Baptist trustees back agency president but warn against needless controversy
Read full article: Southern Baptist trustees back agency president but warn against needless controversyTrustees for the Southern Baptists' policy arm affirmed the leadership of their president in the face of criticism from some church members.
Morgan Wallen leads the 2024 Country Music Association award noms, Beyoncé's 'Cowboy Carter' snubbed
Read full article: Morgan Wallen leads the 2024 Country Music Association award noms, Beyoncé's 'Cowboy Carter' snubbedMorgan Wallen tops the 2024 Country Music Association award nominations with seven.
THIS SATURDAY: Free Formula 1 racing exhibition, DJ battle with Paul Wall hosting at Discovery Green in Houston
Read full article: THIS SATURDAY: Free Formula 1 racing exhibition, DJ battle with Paul Wall hosting at Discovery Green in HoustonRacing fans get ready as a family-friendly Formula 1 racing exhibition takes over Houston's Discovery Green! There will also be a DJ battle co-hosted by our very own Paul Wall! It will be for one night only so you don't want to miss this!
Pilot declared emergency, loss of autopilot before crash that killed 3 members of famed gospel group
Read full article: Pilot declared emergency, loss of autopilot before crash that killed 3 members of famed gospel groupA preliminary report says the pilot of a plane that crashed in northeast Wyoming in July, killing three members of the Gospel Music Association Hall of Fame quartet The Nelons, declared an emergency and the loss of the autopilot shortly before the incident that in total killed seven people.
Criminal charges weighed against a man after a country music star stops show over an alleged assault
Read full article: Criminal charges weighed against a man after a country music star stops show over an alleged assaultCriminal charges are being considered for a man suspected of hitting a woman at a concert in an incident that prompted country musician Scotty McCreery to stop his show and call the man out.
Appeals court spikes Tennessee's bid to get family planning dollars despite abortion rule
Read full article: Appeals court spikes Tennessee's bid to get family planning dollars despite abortion ruleA federal appeals court has rejected Tennessee’s attempt to collect millions of dollars in family planning funds without complying with federal rules requiring clinics to provide abortion referrals due to its current ban on the procedure.
Pro Bowl lineman Jeffery Simmons says Titans pass rusher Arden Key's suspension overturned
Read full article: Pro Bowl lineman Jeffery Simmons says Titans pass rusher Arden Key's suspension overturnedTwo-time Pro Bowl defensive lineman Jeffery Simmons first teased some big news on social media and then shared Saturday that Tennessee teammate Arden Key won his appeal of a six-game suspension to start the season.
Trump calls for US to be ‘crypto capital of the planet’ in appeal to Nashville bitcoin conference
Read full article: Trump calls for US to be ‘crypto capital of the planet’ in appeal to Nashville bitcoin conferenceFormer President Donald Trump has laid out his plans to wholeheartedly embrace cryptocurrency if elected for a second term.
Georgia wide receiver Rara Thomas suspended following arrest on cruelty to children, battery charges
Read full article: Georgia wide receiver Rara Thomas suspended following arrest on cruelty to children, battery chargesGeorgia wide receiver Rodarius “Rara” Thomas has been suspended indefinitely following his arrest on charges of cruelty to children and battery, adding to the team’s recent legal woes.
Tennessee will remove HIV-positive people convicted of sex work from violent sex offender list
Read full article: Tennessee will remove HIV-positive people convicted of sex work from violent sex offender listHIV-positive people who were convicted in Tennessee of sex work under a decades-old aggravated prostitution law will no longer be required to face a lifetime registration as a “violent sex offender” under a lawsuit settlement finalized this week.
Federal appeals court says there is no fundamental right to change one's sex on a birth certificate
Read full article: Federal appeals court says there is no fundamental right to change one's sex on a birth certificateA federal appeals court panel has ruled that Tennessee does not unconstitutionally discriminate against transgender people by not allowing them to change the sex designation on their birth certificates.
For the endangered Nashville crayfish, its rebound is both good and bad news
Read full article: For the endangered Nashville crayfish, its rebound is both good and bad newsThe U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is considering removing the Nashville crayfish from the endangered species list, but some biologists argue it still needs protection because its range is so limited.
Keith Urban, Doja Cat, Big Sean, Gwen Stefani and more to perform at iHeartRadio Music Festival
Read full article: Keith Urban, Doja Cat, Big Sean, Gwen Stefani and more to perform at iHeartRadio Music FestivalBig Sean, Camila Cabello, Doja Cat, Hozier, Keith Urban, Gwen Stefani, New Kids on the Block and Paramore are among the performers this fall at the 2024 iHeartRadio Music Festival in Las Vegas, which will be broadcast live.
Nashville council rejects proposed sign for Morgan Wallen's new bar, decrying his behavior
Read full article: Nashville council rejects proposed sign for Morgan Wallen's new bar, decrying his behaviorNashville councilmembers have rejected a plan to erect a glowing sign at Morgan Wallen’s new bar along a neon-lit strip of honky tonks in the city's downtown.
Pittsburgh and the Steelers will be hosting the 2026 NFL draft
Read full article: Pittsburgh and the Steelers will be hosting the 2026 NFL draftThe NFL has awarded the 2026 draft to Pittsburgh with the Steelers ready to tap Pennsylvania’s deep football tradition trying to meet the new standard for host cities.
Lightning trade with Predators to bring veteran defenseman Ryan McDonagh back to Tampa Bay
Read full article: Lightning trade with Predators to bring veteran defenseman Ryan McDonagh back to Tampa BayThe Nashville Predators have traded Ryan McDonagh back to Tampa Bay less than two years after acquiring the veteran defenseman.
Life after Florida Georgia Line: Brian Kelley ready to reintroduce himself with new solo album
Read full article: Life after Florida Georgia Line: Brian Kelley ready to reintroduce himself with new solo albumBest known as one-half of the country super-duo Florida Georgia Line, Brian Kelley will release a solo album, “Tennessee Truth," on Friday.
Powerful storms kill 3 as tornadoes tear through central and southeastern US
Read full article: Powerful storms kill 3 as tornadoes tear through central and southeastern USSevere storms are tearing through the central and southeast U.S., spawning damaging tornadoes, producing massive hail, and killing two people in Tennessee and another in North Carolina.
US's largest public utility ignores warnings in moving forward with new natural gas plant
Read full article: US's largest public utility ignores warnings in moving forward with new natural gas plantThe nation’s largest public utility is moving ahead with a plan for a new natural gas plant in Tennessee despite warnings that its environmental review of the project doesn’t comply with federal law.
Canucks advance to 2nd round, beating Predators 1-0 in Game 6 on Pius Suter's late goal
Read full article: Canucks advance to 2nd round, beating Predators 1-0 in Game 6 on Pius Suter's late goalPius Suter scored with 1:39 left and the Vancouver Canucks advanced to the second round of the NHL playoffs with a 1-0 victory over the Nashville Predators on Friday night in Game 6.
Court appearance for country star Morgan Wallen in chair-throwing case postponed until August
Read full article: Court appearance for country star Morgan Wallen in chair-throwing case postponed until AugustAn initial hearing for country music star Morgan Wallen has been postponed until Aug. 15 in a case in which he’s accused of throwing a chair from the rooftop of a six-story bar and nearly hitting two police officers.
Boeser's hat trick helps Canucks rally, push Preds to brink of elimination
Read full article: Boeser's hat trick helps Canucks rally, push Preds to brink of eliminationElias Lindholm scored 1:02 into overtime as the Vancouver Canucks stunned Nashville 4-3 Sunday and grabbed a 3-1 lead putting the Predators on the brink of elimination in their best-of-seven, first-round series.
Tennessee House kills bill that would have banned local officials from studying, funding reparations
Read full article: Tennessee House kills bill that would have banned local officials from studying, funding reparationsTennessee’s Republican-dominant House has spiked legislation that would have banned local governments from paying to study or dispense money for reparations for slavery.
Oracle's Larry Ellison says planned Nashville campus will be company's 'world headquarters'
Read full article: Oracle's Larry Ellison says planned Nashville campus will be company's 'world headquarters'Oracle Corp. Chairman Larry Ellison says the business software giant’s planned campus in Nashville, Tennessee, will serve as its world headquarters and place it in a city that's a center of the health care industry.
Recently arrested Morgan Wallen says he's "not proud" of behavior
Read full article: Recently arrested Morgan Wallen says he's "not proud" of behaviorCountry music star Morgan Wallen says he’s “not proud” of his behavior and accepts responsibility after being charged following accusations that he threw a chair off the rooftop of a six-story bar.
Tennessee judge wants more information on copyright before ruling on school shooter's writings
Read full article: Tennessee judge wants more information on copyright before ruling on school shooter's writingsA Tennessee judge is weighing whether to allow the release of a Nashville school shooter's writings after a two-day hearing concluded Wednesday.
Southern governors tell autoworkers that voting for a union will put their jobs in jeopardy
Read full article: Southern governors tell autoworkers that voting for a union will put their jobs in jeopardyOn the eve of a vote on union representation at Volkswagen’s Tennessee factory, Gov. Bill Lee and five other southern governors are telling workers that voting for a union will put jobs in jeopardy.
Tennessee judge set to decide whether a Nashville school shooter's journals are public records
Read full article: Tennessee judge set to decide whether a Nashville school shooter's journals are public recordsA Tennessee judge will soon decide whether the journals of a Nashville school shooter can be released to the public, after nearly a year of legal wrangling over who can participate in the case.
Tennessee lawmakers send bill to ban first-cousin marriages to governor
Read full article: Tennessee lawmakers send bill to ban first-cousin marriages to governorThe Republican-led Tennessee Legislature has overwhelmingly voted to send Gov. Bill Lee a proposal that would ban marriage between first cousins.
Tennessee GOP senators OK criminalizing helping minors get transgender care, mimicking abortion bill
Read full article: Tennessee GOP senators OK criminalizing helping minors get transgender care, mimicking abortion billTennessee lawmakers are considering criminalizing adults who help minors receive gender-affirming care without parental consent.
Luke Combs leads the 2024 ACM Awards nominations, followed by Morgan Wallen and Megan Moroney
Read full article: Luke Combs leads the 2024 ACM Awards nominations, followed by Morgan Wallen and Megan MoroneyLuke Combs leads the nominees for the 2024 Academy of Country Music Awards with eight nods to his name, it was announced Tuesday.
Morgan Wallen has been arrested after police say he threw a chair off of the roof of a 6-story bar
Read full article: Morgan Wallen has been arrested after police say he threw a chair off of the roof of a 6-story barPolice say country music singer Morgan Wallen has been arrested after police say he threw a chair off the rooftop of a newly opened six-story bar in downtown Nashville.
Tennessee court to weigh throwing out abortion ban challenge, blocking portions of the law
Read full article: Tennessee court to weigh throwing out abortion ban challenge, blocking portions of the lawAttorneys defending Tennessee’s sweeping abortion ban have alleged that doctors challenging the law do not want any oversight when deciding to terminate a pregnancy and instead are improperly withholding care to women facing serious medical emergencies.
Nashville Predators are 16-0-2 since their trip to see U2 in Vegas was canceled
Read full article: Nashville Predators are 16-0-2 since their trip to see U2 in Vegas was canceledThe Nashville Predators have not lost in regulation since their planned trip to see U2 play at The Sphere in Las Vegas was canceled.
Activists form human chain across Nashville, Tennessee, on Covenant school shooting anniversary
Read full article: Activists form human chain across Nashville, Tennessee, on Covenant school shooting anniversaryTennessee advocates for gun safety formed a three-mile human chain in Nashville on the anniversary of last year's deadly Covenant School shooting.
Tennessee just became the first state to protect musicians and other artists against AI
Read full article: Tennessee just became the first state to protect musicians and other artists against AITennessee Gov. Bill Lee has signed off on legislation designed to protect songwriters, performers and other music industry professionals against the potential dangers of artificial intelligence.
No. 12 Auburn routs 15th-ranked South Carolina 86-55 to reach SEC Tourney semis
Read full article: No. 12 Auburn routs 15th-ranked South Carolina 86-55 to reach SEC Tourney semisJohni Broome had 18 points and 10 rebounds to lead No. 12 Auburn to an 86-55 romp over 15th-ranked South Carolina at the Southeastern Conference Tournament quarterfinals.
Ravens agree to 2-year deal with free agent RB Derrick Henry, AP source says
Read full article: Ravens agree to 2-year deal with free agent RB Derrick Henry, AP source saysA person with knowledge of the deal says the Baltimore Ravens have agreed to a two-year contract with free agent running back Derrick Henry.
Danielle Hunter, Derrick Henry head the list of available remaining free agents after a wild Day 1
Read full article: Danielle Hunter, Derrick Henry head the list of available remaining free agents after a wild Day 1There’s still plenty of star-quality players available after a wild opening to the NFL’s free agency period.
Luis Suárez, Lionel Messi rally Inter Miami for a 2-2 tie with Nashville
Read full article: Luis Suárez, Lionel Messi rally Inter Miami for a 2-2 tie with NashvilleLuis Suárez scored in stoppage time and Lionel Messi also scored after halftime to help Inter Miami tie Nashville 2-2 in the CONCACAF Champions Cup.
Tennessee lawmakers advance bill to undo Memphis' traffic stop reforms after Tyre Nichols death
Read full article: Tennessee lawmakers advance bill to undo Memphis' traffic stop reforms after Tyre Nichols deathRepublican Tennessee House lawmakers have advanced a bill to undo the reforms to police traffic stops made by Memphis officials in response to the fatal beating of Tyre Nichols by officers last January.
Southern Baptist agency says U.S. investigation into sexual abuse has ended with 'no further action’
Read full article: Southern Baptist agency says U.S. investigation into sexual abuse has ended with 'no further action’A leader in the Southern Baptist Convention says the U.S. Department of Justice has ended its investigation of a top denominational agency's handling of sexual abuse and doesn’t anticipate further action.
Trump tells religious broadcasters he'll defend Christianity against perceived threats from the left
Read full article: Trump tells religious broadcasters he'll defend Christianity against perceived threats from the leftFormer President Donald Trump is promising to use a second term in the White House to defend Christian values and is suggesting he’ll protect the faith's central icon, warning a convention of religious broadcasters that the left wants “to tear down crosses.”.
Proposed questions on sexual orientation and gender identity for the Census Bureau's biggest survey
Read full article: Proposed questions on sexual orientation and gender identity for the Census Bureau's biggest surveyThe U.S. Census Bureau plans to test questions about sexual orientation and gender identity for its most comprehensive survey of American life.
US midfielder Gio Reyna looks to be headed to the Premier League in bid to revive career
Read full article: US midfielder Gio Reyna looks to be headed to the Premier League in bid to revive careerUnited States midfielder Gio Reyna looks to be headed to the Premier League in a bid to revive his career.
Charges against country singer Chris Young in Nashville bar arrest have been dropped
Read full article: Charges against country singer Chris Young in Nashville bar arrest have been droppedA district attorney in Tennessee has dropped charges against country singer Chris Young stemming from an encounter with Alcoholic Beverage Commission agents who were doing compliance checks.
Tennessee GOP leaders see no issue with state's voting-rights restoration system
Read full article: Tennessee GOP leaders see no issue with state's voting-rights restoration systemTennessee’s top Republican lawmakers say they have no issue with the state’s strict policy on restoring voting rights for those convicted of a felony.
Bill would revise Tennessee's decades-old law targeting HIV-positive people convicte dof sex work
Read full article: Bill would revise Tennessee's decades-old law targeting HIV-positive people convicte dof sex workA proposal advancing in the Tennessee legislature would stop requiring lifetime registration as a violent sex offender for anyone convicted of engaging in sex work while living with HIV.
Country singer Chris Young arrested at Nashville bar, charged with assault, disorderly conduct
Read full article: Country singer Chris Young arrested at Nashville bar, charged with assault, disorderly conductCountry singer Chris Young has been arrested at a Nashville bar after an alleged altercation with Alcoholic Beverage Commission agents who were doing compliance checks.
Corey Perry signs with the Oilers, is back in the NHL after the Blackhawks terminated his contract
Read full article: Corey Perry signs with the Oilers, is back in the NHL after the Blackhawks terminated his contractThe Edmonton Oilers have signed Corey Perry to a contract for the remainder of the NHL season.
Much of US still gripped by arctic weather as Memphis deals with numerous broken water pipes
Read full article: Much of US still gripped by arctic weather as Memphis deals with numerous broken water pipesSubfreezing conditions and treacherous roadways have contributed to dozens of deaths this month across the U.S., where states as far south as Texas and Florida remain gripped by deadly arctic weather Sunday.
Chris Stapleton, Foo Fighters, Queen Latifah to join The Rolling Stones at 2024 Jazz Fest
Read full article: Chris Stapleton, Foo Fighters, Queen Latifah to join The Rolling Stones at 2024 Jazz FestCountry music singer Chris Stapleton, Foo Fighters, Queen Latifah and New Orleans’ own Jon Batiste are among the star power set to join The Rolling Stones as headliners of this year’s New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival.
Reba McEntire, Post Malone and Andra Day to sing during Super Bowl pregame
Read full article: Reba McEntire, Post Malone and Andra Day to sing during Super Bowl pregameCountry music star Reba McEntire will grace next month’s Super Bowl stage to sing the national anthem while Post Malone will perform “America the Beautiful.”.
Tennessee governor, music leaders launch push to protect songwriters and other artists against AI
Read full article: Tennessee governor, music leaders launch push to protect songwriters and other artists against AITennessee Gov. Bill Lee has unveiled new legislation designed to protect songwriters, performers and other music industry professionals against the potential dangers of artificial intelligence.
Texans players Jonathan Greenard, Noah Brown, Robert Woods remain sidelined during light Tuesday practice
Read full article: Texans players Jonathan Greenard, Noah Brown, Robert Woods remain sidelined during light Tuesday practiceTexans hopeful of getting some key players back for Saturday's playoff game against Browns
‘Luv Ya Blue’ revenge as Texans beat Titans in Oilers throwback uniforms: ‘They can wear them, they took a L in them’
Read full article: ‘Luv Ya Blue’ revenge as Texans beat Titans in Oilers throwback uniforms: ‘They can wear them, they took a L in them’Texans beat the Titans, the former Oilers team who moved out of Houston, while they were wearing their throwback Luv Ya Blue uniforms
Texans kicker Ka’imi Fairbairn connects on game-winning overtime kick in clutch victory over Titans: ‘It was electric’
Read full article: Texans kicker Ka’imi Fairbairn connects on game-winning overtime kick in clutch victory over Titans: ‘It was electric’Texans improve to 8-6 as Ka'imi Fairbairn makes four field goals, including game-winning 54-yard boot
Texans win without Stroud, beating Titans 19-16 on Fairbairn's 54-yard field goal in OT
Read full article: Texans win without Stroud, beating Titans 19-16 on Fairbairn's 54-yard field goal in OTKa’imi Fairbairn kicked a 54-yard field goal as time expired in overtime and the Houston Texans rallied from a 13-point deficit without C.
Nashville Police investigation into leak of Covenant School shooter's writings is inconclusive
Read full article: Nashville Police investigation into leak of Covenant School shooter's writings is inconclusiveNashville Police say they have “exhausted all available investigative avenues” in the hunt for the person who leaked pages from a school shooter’s journals to a conservative commentator.