Wednesday, May 28, 2025

Good Morning! On this day in 1830, President Andrew Jackson signed the Indian Removal Act into law, initiating negotiations with Native American tribes over their ancestral lands in states like Tennessee and setting in motion the tragic forced migration later known as the Trail of Tears.

Winnie the Pooh, is that you? Bethpage experienced its first bear sighting in over a decade over the weekend, but wildlife officials stated they will leave it alone unless the animal proves dangerous. See the surprise visitor in the story below.

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Greyhound Crash Leaves 2 Dead, 30 Injured

Two people died and around 30 were hospitalized after a Greyhound bus collided with a passenger vehicle on U.S. Highway 70 near Jackson, Tennessee, on Monday evening.

The bus was traveling east from Memphis toward Nashville when the crash occurred around 6:30 p.m., according to the Madison County Fire Department.

Authorities say the bus was carrying 32 passengers, a driver, and a relief driver. Emergency crews transported at least 27 injured to nearby hospitals, though Greyhound’s parent company later said 30 were hospitalized, with most since released.

Tennessee Highway Patrol and other agencies are investigating the cause.

Ogles Announces Probe of Nashville Mayor

Rep. Andy Ogles says federal Homeland Security and Judiciary committees will investigate Nashville Mayor Freddie O’Connell for allegedly aiding illegal immigration.

The move follows O’Connell’s sharp criticism of a May ICE operation that arrested nearly 200 people, including some with gang ties.

At a Monday press conference, Ogles announced that the Department of Homeland Security is probing whether O’Connell misused federal funds in a “criminal enterprise.” See press conference footage here.

Ogles claims the mayor’s actions—and possibly city funds—may have supported criminal activity, but Metro officials deny wrongdoing.

Chilean Nationals Arrested for Burglaries

Three Chilean nationals were arrested in Chattanooga after being linked to a string of home burglaries across Tennessee, Missouri, and California, authorities said on Monday.

The suspects were caught with fake Peruvian IDs and high-value items like Rolex watches and jewelry.

Their arrest follows reports of foreign gang activity in Middle Tennessee and a high-profile press conference where victims, including one Brentwood mother, shared accounts of home invasions.

Local police are urging residents to stay alert as the investigation unfolds.

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Mode’s revolutionary EarnPhone transforms phones into income streams, already paying out $325 million for day-to-day activities and generating over $60 million in revenue from more than 45 million users.

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➤ Nashville: The city is expanding efforts to buy and demolish homes in flood-prone areas, converting the land into green space to reduce future flood risks and improve stormwater management. (See Video)

➤ Sevierville: The 25th and final Smoky Mountain Thunder Memorial Ride took place Memorial Day weekend, with Gold Star families and veterans paying tribute to fallen service members. Army veteran Vernon Gooden plans to carry on the tradition under a new name. (More)

➤ Sumner County: The school district voted to raise starting teacher salaries to $50,500 for 2025–26, hitting the state’s new $50,000 minimum a year ahead of schedule and marking a 40% increase since 2019. (More)

➤ Also Sumner County: A black bear was spotted Sunday evening near a Dollar General—the first local sighting in over a decade—with wildlife officials stating they plan to leave the animal alone unless it becomes a danger. (See Bear)

➤ Putnam County: State Rep. Ryan Williams secured $1.25 million in state funding to build new tennis courts and add sports complex lighting, working to improve access to safe, modern recreation facilities. (More)

➤ Knoxville: The city is set to install up to 150 school zone speed cameras and two downtown noise cameras under a new five-year contract with hopes of reducing traffic injuries. (More)

➤ Three Tennessee-based schools made the College World Series cut, including Vanderbilt as the tournament’s No. 1 overall seed. (See Bracket)

➤ Tennessee softball overcame Nebraska 1-0 on Sunday to advance to the Women’s College World Series finals in Oklahoma City. Their first game is against No. 2 seed Oklahoma tomorrow. (More)

➤ Lady Vols’ pitcher Karlyn Pickens threw the fastest pitch in college softball history against the Huskers on Sunday, clocking in at 79.4 mph. The previous record—also held by her—was 78.2 mph. (More)

➤ The University of Tennessee’s clay target shooting team, made up of 12 students from Olympians to newcomers, won their division at the 2025 ACUI National Championship and is working to grow from a recreational club into a fully competitive program. (See Video)

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➤ Ascension Saint Thomas is investing $148.5 million in a 44-bed Clarksville hospital and integrated health campus that would expand local emergency, surgical, and specialty care for residents. (See Details)

➤ A Table Ready Program implemented by the Downtown Memphis Commission is helping small food and beverage businesses test the downtown market by offering a year of rent and utilities for only $500. (More)

➤ Frontier Airlines launched a nonstop route from Nashville to Cleveland, offering $49 one-way fares as part of its ongoing “New Frontier” initiative to boost affordable travel options. (More)

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➤ The Rock ’N Jock Celebrity Softball Game returns to Nashville on June 2, featuring stars like Riley Green, HARDY, and Riley Gaines to raise money for families of fallen or disabled service members and first responders. (See Lineup)

➤ A Human Chess event returned to the Renaissance Festival, staging theatrical battles between “chess piece” actors as William Shakespeare and Christopher Marlowe compete in a 1591-themed storyline. (See Human Chess)

➤ Electricity for All, a new Knoxville Museum of Art summer exhibit, features multimedia works exploring the promises and perils of technology, inspired by the Tennessee Valley Authority’s legacy. (See Exhibit)

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Wednesday, May 28, 2025

Wednesday, May 28, 2025

Greyhound Crash Leaves 2 Dead, 30 Injured

Ogles Announces Probe of Nashville Mayor

Chilean Nationals Arrested for Burglaries

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