Republicans and Democrats find a unifying target: pharmacy benefit managers
Amye Joseph says America’s political polarization has made it an “interesting time” in her Tennessee household. She and her husband, Charlie, have been married 35 years. She’s a…
Worried about the mix of meds you’re taking? Start a conversation with your doctor
As people take a greater number of medications across years or decades, experts say the risk for adverse drug interactions increases. One way to advocate for yourself? Keep a list…
Blackburn promotes coal, nuclear while Green vows to protect rivers, forest and farmland
While the state is likely to elect its first female governor this fall, the two leading candidates represent vastly different perspectives on energy and environmental priorities.
Flock cameras are dividing Tennessee towns. Here’s the split in Murfreesboro.
Murfreesboro is one of many cities battling over Flock surveillance cameras. This summer, the city extended its contract with Flock — but police opted not to integrate the license…
911 recordings show why ambulance was delayed after Pike’s failed execution
After the second round of lethal drugs failed to kill Christa Pike, she lay on a gurney for an hour an a half before an ambulance took her to a hospital. Newly released recordings…
Does My Vote Even Count? WPLN public event addresses concerns about voting process
WPLN invited the public into our studio for a nonpartisan conversation about topics including redistricting, ballot and voting machine integrity and how to deal with potential…
Tennessee Amendment 3 gives voters say on Marsy’s Law and expanded crime victim rights
Tennesseans will be asked to consider a version of Marsy's Law in the form of Amendment #3, which would add more rights for victims to the Tennessee Constitution.
Tennessee Amendment 1 asks voters to change bail rules
When Tennessee voters go to the polls to choose their next governor, they will also be asked to vote on a constitutional amendment that would change how judges determine bail for…
Trump makes rare Tennessee appearance ahead of early voting
President Donald Trump hosted a rare midterm rally in Tennessee, a state the president won by nearly 30 points in 2024. Trump hosted the rally in U.S. Rep. Matt Van Epps’ home…
Christa Pike is discharged from a hospital after surviving execution attempt, her attorneys say
Christa Pike, who survived Tennessee’s attempt to execute her by lethal injection, has been moved back to prison, her attorneys said Saturday. Pike, 50, was discharged from the…
4 tales from Tennessee election history to read during early voting that may surprise you
The NashVillager podcast rounds up four of the most influential and insightful election stories from Tennessee's history.
GOP Sen. Bill Hagerty faces Memphis Democrat Marquita Bradshaw in rematch
First-term Republican U.S. Sen. Bill Hagerty again faces Memphis environmental activist Marquita Bradshaw on the ballot this November, a rematch from the 2020 election. Marquita…
Former HBCU students file lawsuit over underfunding by states, including Tennessee
Former students of HBCUs have filed the first of several lawsuits against states for underfunding these schools by billions of dollars. Tennessee is one of the states that could…
Registered to vote? Tennessee’s deadline is here
November's election will decide the state's next governor. Also on the ballot are several constitutional amendments — and it's the first general election since the state's…
Christa Pike survived a failed execution. So did 7 other inmates in recent decades
Christa Pike, who has regained consciousness and is speaking a week Tennessee failed to execute her, is believed to be the only person to survive after receiving lethal injection…
The evolution of country music videos | Key Changes
Music videos for country acts have evolved. Jewly Hight looks into the impact of director Trey Fanjoy, and learns about the new approaches being carried out by Ford Fairchild.
Christa Pike is walking with help and eating after failed execution attempt, her attorneys say
Lawyers for Christa Pike say the Tennessee woman has begun walking and eating again at a hospital, a week after surviving the state's attempt to execute her with lethal drugs.
Man with a gun and knife is fatally shot by security at Nashville federal courthouse, police say
Police say a man armed with a pistol and a knife was fatally shot by a security officer inside the federal courthouse in Nashville, Tennessee. A spokesperson for Metro Nashville…
Hurricane Isaias will impact Tennessee. Here’s the latest forecast
The first hurricane of the Atlantic season could stir up two severe weather threats in Middle Tennessee this weekend. Hurricane Isaias formed this week off eastern Mexico in…
Attorneys, doctors, nurses and lawmakers asked for a death penalty moratorium before Pike’s failed execution
In the year and a half leading up to Christa Pike’s failed execution, warnings about the state’s lethal injection protocol and its weaknesses piled up. On Sept. 30, Pike was…
GM plans to produce cheaper long-range EV batteries in Tennessee
Ultium Cells, a joint venture between General Motors and battery manufacturer LG Energy Solution, is transforming its Spring Hill factory to produce a new type of battery for…
Tennessee Republicans consider more execution options after Christa Pike lethal injection fails
Tennessee's top Republicans are exploring alternative execution methods after the failed execution of Christa Pike. U.S. Sen. Marsha Blackburn said Monday the state needs to…
Judge orders that Christa Pike execution evidence be preserved
A week after the failed execution, Pike is awake but is said to be angry and confused. Her lawyers said Wednesday's hearing was about "transparency."
Trying to execute Christa Pike again would push into uncharted legal territory, experts say
After Tennessee death row inmate Christa Pike survived an execution attempt it's unclear whether the state will try again.
As Blackburn refuses to debate, Tennessee Democrat Jerri Green holds empty podium forum
It was standing-room only in the ballroom of a Brentwood hotel as hundreds of people packed in to see Democratic Memphis City Council member Jerri Green take the stage opposite an…
The mystery of the Flatwoods Monster
Many cryptids are said to lurk in the shadows of Appalachia, including West Virginia’s Flatwoods Monster.
The Nashville Symphony’s season is back on after $10M ‘lifeline’ from Oracle
The tech giant Oracle announced it will partner with the Nashville Symphony while it finds its financial footing.
Tennessee became the face of the nation’s deadliest 21st century explosion one year ago
The nation’s deadliest explosion this century occurred in Tennessee one year ago when an explosion at a munitions plant killed 16 people. One year on, the families of the workers…
What happened during Christa Pike’s failed execution
WPLN's Catherine Sweeney was in the witness room when Tennessee attempted to execute Christa Pike on Sept. 30. An attempted execution in May had also failed. Here's what Sweeney…
The Boring Co. prepares new tunneling site for Music City Loop
Elon Musk's company aims to have four tunnel-digging machines working under Nashville by the end of the year.
Nashvillager Podcast: Political treason?
What happens when a Tennessee politician goes rogue? Plus, the local news for October 16, 2026.
TSU leaders say playing home football games at Nissan Stadium makes financial sense. Here’s Why.
Tennessee State University plays its home football games at Nissan Stadium, and it has generated some confusion – and pushback – about how much this costs the school. Many alumni…
Nashvillager Podcast: Mail service
How is postal service intertwined with the development of Nashville? Plus, the local news for October 15, 2026.
Nashvillager Podcast: How Tennessee became a supermajority state
Will this election change the balance of power in Tennessee? Plus, the local news for October 14, 2026.
Nashvillager Podcast: Food dye, the legality of caffeine, and barrels of Coca-Cola
Why did an early trial into the safety of caffeine play out in a Tennessee courtroom? Plus, the local news for October 13, 2026.
Nashvillager Podcast: Tennessee, death penalty test case
How is the world talking about the failed execution of Christa Pike? Plus, the local news for October 12, 2026.
Nashvillager Podcast: What now?
Where does a failed execution put Tennessee in regards to the death penalty? Plus, the local news for October 8, 2026.
Nashvillager Podcast: Constitutional amendments on the November ballot
What’s so important about having a symphony orchestra? Plus, the local news for October 6, 2026.
Nashvillager Podcast: Utopian Tennessee
Who built a town on the Cumberland Plateau for wealthy British immigrants? Plus, the local news for October 5, 2026
Nashvillager Podcast: The Nashville Symphony’s value proposition
What’s so important about having a symphony orchestra? Plus, the local news for October 6, 2026.
Nashvillager Podcast: From world’s fair to federal prison
How did the Butcher Brothers’ greed put a Tennessee city in the spotlight and land them behind bars? Plus, the local news for October 9, 2026.