Loose lap belt for Power helps Palou cruise to 3rd IndyCar season championship
Alex Palou easily drove to his third IndyCar championship in four years when challenger Will Power’s seatbelt came loose minutes into the season-deciding finale Sunday at Nashville Superspeedway.
Southern Baptist trustees back agency president but warn against needless controversy
Trustees 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
Morgan Wallen tops the 2024 Country Music Association award nominations with seven.
Pilot declared emergency, loss of autopilot before crash that killed 3 members of famed gospel group
A 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
Criminal 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
A 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
Two-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
Former 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
Georgia 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
HIV-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
A 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.
Judge says Nashville school shooter's writings can't be released as victims' families have copyright
A Nashville judge has ruled that the writings of the person who killed three 9-year-olds and three adults at a private Christian elementary school in Nashville last year cannot be released to the public.
For the endangered Nashville crayfish, its rebound is both good and bad news
The 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
Big 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
Nashville 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
The 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
The 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
Best 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
Severe 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
The 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
Pius 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
An 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
Elias 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
Tennessee’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'
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
Country 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
A 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
On 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
A 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
The 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
Tennessee 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
Luke 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
Police 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
Attorneys 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.
Tennessee governor signs bill to undo Memphis traffic stop reforms after Tyre Nichols death
Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee has signed off on the repeal of Memphis police traffic stop reforms set in place after the fatal beating of Tyre Nichols by officers just over a year ago.
Nashville Predators are 16-0-2 since their trip to see U2 in Vegas was canceled
The 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
Tennessee advocates for gun safety formed a three-mile human chain in Nashville on the anniversary of last year's deadly Covenant School shooting.
Forsberg scores 2, Predators beat Panthers and extend point streak to franchise-record 16 games
Filip Forsberg scored twice and the Nashville Predators extended their point streak to a franchise-record 16 games with a 3-0 win over the Florida Panthers on Thursday night.
Tennessee just became the first state to protect musicians and other artists against AI
Tennessee 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 Tournament semifinals
Johni 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
A 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
There’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
Luis 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
Republican 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.
Leafs join the NHL trade deadline party as Oilers and Avalanche make more moves
The Toronto Maple Leafs have joined the NHL trade party while a couple of Western Conference Stanley Cup contenders stayed active on the day before the deadline.
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.
Nashville cleared the runway for an emergency. Pilot said 'I'm too far away'
The pilot of a single-engine plane that crashed near downtown Nashville told air traffic controllers he could see the runway they were clearing for an emergency landing.
Trump tells religious broadcasters he'll defend Christianity against perceived threats from the left
Former 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
The 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
United 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
A 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
Tennessee’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
A 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
Country 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
The 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
Subfreezing 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
Country 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
Country 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
Tennessee 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 win without Stroud, beating Titans 19-16 on Fairbairn's 54-yard field goal in OT
Ka’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.
Snowfall, rain, gusty winds hit Northeast as Tennessee recovers from deadly tornadoes
A combination of heavy rain, snow, and wind is bringing threats of flooding and power outages to the Northeast.
Nashville Police investigation into leak of Covenant School shooter's writings is inconclusive
Nashville 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.
Free toy store in Nashville gives families the dignity of choice while shopping for holiday gifts
Country music star Brad Paisley and his wife, Kimberly Williams-Paisley, helped create a free grocery in Nashville to offer dignity to low-income people when shopping for food.
Dodgers acknowledge meeting with Ohtani. Yankees covet Yamamoto
The Los Angeles Dodgers became the first team to publicly acknowledge meeting with Shohei Ohtani when manager Dave Roberts disclosed what he said was a two-to-three hour get-together at Dodger Stadium a few days ago.
Baseball Hall of Fame to have retired players in May 25 tribute to Negro Leagues All-Star Game
Ken Griffey Jr. and Ozzie Smith have agreed to manage or coach in a May 25 tribute to he Negro Leagues All-Star Game at the Hall of Fame’s Doubleday Field in Cooperstown, New York.
Waiting for Shohei: MLB free-agent market slow as Ohtani mulls big money
Big-name free agents appear in no hurry to strike deals at the winter meetings, biding time until Shohei Ohtani potentially breaks the record for richest contract set 4 1/2 years ago by Mike Trout.
Ryan Blaney helps Roger Penske celebrate 1st back-to-back NASCAR championships in storied career
The playoff beard had been shaved off well before fresh-faced Ryan Blaney arrived in Nashville to celebrate his first NASCAR championship.
Corey Perry says he's seeking help for alcohol abuse after the Blackhawks terminated his contract
Corey Perry says he has begun working with mental health and substance abuse experts to discuss his struggles with alcohol after the Chicago Blackhawks terminated his contract for engaging “in conduct that is unacceptable” and against team policies.
Blackhawks say Corey Perry engaged in unacceptable conduct and move to terminate his contract
The Chicago Blackhawks say veteran Corey Perry engaged in unacceptable conduct and took a step toward terminating his contract.
Morgan Wallen tops Apple Music's 2023 song chart while Taylor Swift, SZA also lead streaming lists
Country singer Morgan Wallen’s “Last Night” tops Apple Music’s global song chart in 2023.
Lainey Wilson wins 5 CMA Awards, including entertainer of the year and album of the year
Lainey Wilson took home five trophies including entertainer of the year at the Country Music Association Awards.
Nashville police chief confirms authenticity of leaked Covenant school shooter's writings
Nashville Police Chief John Drake says he’s “disturbed” over the unauthorized release of writings from the shooter who killed six people, including three children, at The Covenant School in March.
Seattle Kraken forward Andre Burakovsky is expected to miss 6-8 weeks
Seattle Kraken forward Andre Burakovsky is expected to miss six to eight weeks after being injured in the team's game Saturday against the New York Rangers.
A surge in wealth has boosted most US households since 2020 and helped sustain economic growth
The net worth of the typical U.S. household grew at the fastest pace in more than three decades from 2019 through 2022, while relatively low interest rates at that time made it easier for households to pay their debts.
Maren Morris files for divorce from Ryan Hurd, citing music couple's 'irreconcilable differences'
Maren Morris has filed for divorce from her husband Ryan Hurd, citing the prominent country music couple’s “irreconcilable differences” after five years of marriage.
No. 1 Georgia loses Bowers early, scores 27 straight to beat Vandy 37-20
Carson Beck threw for 261 yards and a touchdown and ran for a score as top-ranked Georgia shook off both an early kickoff and losing star tight end Brock Bowers to a left foot injury before halftime in beating Vanderbilt 37-20 Saturday.
Keith Urban shares the secret to a great song ahead of Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame Ceremony
Keith Urban and Kix Brooks of powerhouse duo Brooks & Dunn will be inducted into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame at the 53rd anniversary gala held at Nashville’s Music City Center.
NHL teams on the rise after missing playoffs: Penguins, Predators, Senators, Sabres and Red Wings
Detroit desperately hopes to snap its seven-year playoff drought and becomes part of an NHL trend.
'Tennessee Three' Democrat sues over expulsion and House rules that temporarily silenced him
Tennessee Democratic Rep. Justin Jones has filed a federal lawsuit challenging his expulsion and House rules restricting lawmakers’ floor comments that Republicans applied to silence Jones for part of one day.
A railroad worker died after being struck by a remote-controlled train. Unions have concerns
Railroad unions are calling for a review following the death of a worker who died over the weekend after he was struck by a remote-controlled train in a CSX railyard in Ohio.
New Blue Jackets coach Mike Babcock blasts report suggesting he was invading his players' privacy
New Columbus Blue Jackets coach Mike Babcock says he did nothing wrong in asking players to show him photos off their phone.
Country singer-songwriter Charlie Robison dies in Texas at age 59
Charlie Robison, the Texas singer-songwriter whose rootsy anthems made the country charts until he was forced to retire after a medical procedure left him unable to sing, has died.
ACLU sues Tennessee district attorney who promises to enforce the state's new anti-drag show ban
Tennessee’s first-in-the-nation law placing strict limits on drag shows is facing another legal challenge.