April 1, 2026

Toombs launches ‘Metro Budget 101’ series to help residents understand city finances

Metro Council Member Kyonzté Toombs has launched a four-part “Metro Budget 101” series across Davidson County to help residents understand how Nashville raises revenue, sets

Voter Registration Deadline is this Tuesday, April 6 for the May 5 County Primary Election

The voter registration deadline is Tuesday, April 6 for the May 5 County Primary Election in Davidson County; learn how to check your status, register,

Cuba: No negotiation with U.S. on president or political system

Cuba has firmly rejected any U.S. proposals to negotiate its political system or presidency, as President Miguel Díaz-Canel defends national sovereignty amid sanctions, economic crisis,

NNPA Fund hosts Black Press Day 2026 at Howard University, celebrating the past and looking ahead to the future

The NNPA Fund’s Black Press Day 2026 at Howard University honored visionary publisher Bernal E. Smith II, highlighted the State of the Black Press, and

Future of Florida’s Black History Museum in limbo

Plans for the Florida Museum of Black History remain in limbo after the Senate approved legislation for a second year, but the Florida House again

U.S. pedestrian deaths fall 11% in first half of 2025

U.S. pedestrian deaths fell 11% in the first half of 2025, the largest drop in 15 years, yet fatalities remain above pre-pandemic levels as safety

Nashville poll shows dip in optimism after ice storm, rising concerns over housing and services

A new 2026 Vanderbilt Poll finds Nashville residents less optimistic after Winter Storm Fern, with most saying the city is on the wrong track amid

Wilhoite meets with business leaders to clarify property tax increases and reappraisal process

Davidson County Assessor of Property Vivian Wilhoite met with Nashville business leaders to explain 2025 property reappraisals, rising tax bills, how Metro sets rates, and

Residents join citywide effort for annual Mayor’s Spring Clean

Thousands of volunteers joined Nashville’s annual Mayor’s Spring Clean to pick up litter, clear storm debris from Winter Storm Fern, and beautify neighborhoods as the

Faith of A Mustard Seed       

Barbara A. Woods-Washington reflects on the Seven Last Words of Jesus, Holy Week’s rich interdenominational worship tradition, and the enduring power of faith, forgiveness, and

Could 2028 be year people finally pick the president?

As America marks 250 years of independence, this op-ed asks if 2028 could finally be the year people truly pick the president, highlighting the National

Real war is on honesty

In “Real war is on honesty,” Dr. E. Faye Williams exposes how Trump-backed voter suppression efforts, like the SAVE Act and new registration tricks, target

Merit-based promotions should also be about fairness

A growing anti-DEI culture war inside the U.S. military, led by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, threatens racial fairness, blocks promotions for Black and female officers,

Matthew Walker health center to host baby shower for new and expecting mothers

The Matthew Walker Comprehensive Health Center will host its annual Mommy to “Bee” Baby Shower on April 18 in North Nashville, offering free education, resources,

TSU Football Spring Game April 11 and Fall Schedule opens with Jackson State

TSU Football kicks off the 2026 season with the free Blue and White Spring Game on April 11 at Hale Stadium, leading into an action-packed