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  • Mann scores victory for women Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 7:11PM27-year-old becomes second female to win Indy Lights race
  • Vaughn: Shipley voted against bridge projects Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 7:06PMLast year, Tennessee GOP state Rep. Tony Shipley of Kingsport was one in a minority of House lawmakers who voted against the state budget, the state appropriations bill and a bill authorizing issuance of about $700 million in bonds for various projects.
  • FBI Searches Franklin Office Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 7:00PMTwo months after the FBI raided their Franklin offices, The Sommet Group is once again in the news.
  • Mann becomes 2nd woman to win Indy Lights race Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 6:59PMSPARTA, Ky. (AP) - Pippa Mann became the second female driver to win an Indy Lights race, dominating the 100-mile event at Kentucky Speedway on Saturday night.
  • Mann becomes 2nd woman to win Indy Lights race Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 6:58PMPippa Mann dominates at Kentucky to become 2nd woman to win IndyLights race
  • Mann becomes 2nd woman to win Indy Lights race Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 6:54PMPippa Mann became the second female driver to win an Indy Lights race, dominating the 100-mile event at Kentucky Speedway on Saturday night. Kentucky Speedway - Pippa Mann - AutoRacing - Sports - Motorsport
  • Mann becomes 2nd woman to win Indy Lights race Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 6:48PMAssociated Press - September 4, 2010 9:34 PM ET SPARTA, Ky. (AP) - Pippa Mann became the second female driver to win an Indy Lights race, dominating the 100-mile event at Kentucky Speedway on...
  • Chattanooga Concludes Jayhawk Classic with Loss to Kansas Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 6:45PMLAWRENCE, Kan. – The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga volleyball team out-hit Kansas on Saturday, but fell in three sets (29-27, 25-22, 25-19). Senior middle blocker Courtney Barnes (Franklin, Tenn.) posted a .591 attacking percentage and 13 kills along with two solo blocks.
  • Bones Discovered at Construction Site Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 6:44PMThe medical examiner is now investigating a bizarre discovery at a construction site in Bellevue.
  • Thousands rally against gay marriage, abortion Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 6:44PMThousands of Christian conservatives spent 12 hours Saturday praying and fasting in front of the state Capitol at a gathering organizers described as spiritual repentance "when there is no hope for a nation."
  • Lambert tops CMA awards list with nine nominations Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 10:39PMNASHVILLE, Tenn. - Miranda Lambert made history Wednesday morning when she was nominated for nine CMA Awards, the most for a female country music artist.
  • Barker â“ Dubuisson Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 10:32PMThe marriage of Nancy Louise Dubuisson and Zachary Jacob Barker was celebrated June 26, 2010, in the courtyard of the Ritz-Carlton in New Orleans.
  • More winners named at Hancock Fair Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 10:32PMAttendance slipped on the second day of the Hancock County Fair, and the Ohio State football game is partly to blame.
  • Titans edge Saints Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 10:29PMNASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Chris Johnson wore a visor and T-shirt and stayed busy as Tennessee’s top cheerleader. Drew Brees and Reggie Bush dressed in their New Orleans uniforms, though they stayed on the sideline all night long.
  • Beavers Lose Final Road Game on Easley's Two-Run Single in Ninth Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 10:26PMEd Easley hit a two-run single with the bases loaded in the ninth inning as the Reno Aces came back to win 5-4 over the Portland Beavers at Aces Ballpark Thursday night.
  • Isotopes Crush Cubs 13-3 Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 10:26PMThe Albuquerque Isotopes (70-69) avoided their first sweep of the 2010 season by pounding the Iowa Cubs (80-60) 13-3 Thursday night at Isotopes Park, treating the fans present for the final regular season game at The Lab to a crucial 'Topes triumph.
  • Lady Vols setting new course in cross country Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 10:25PMTime has taken a heavy toll on the Tennessee women's cross country team.
  • Titans tailgate continues, despite flood-damaged trailer Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 10:24PMFor one group of tailgaters, the May flood almost stopped their annual tradition from hitting the road. 
  • Spooner makes a run for more family history Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 10:24PMEverything is a competition for Michael Spooner. Tennessee's top cross country runner has his father and grandfather to thank for that.
  • Titans beat Saints 27-24 in preseason finale Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 10:21PMThe Tennessee Titans beat the New Orleans Saints 27-24 on Thursday night in the preseason finale at LP Field.
  • Lerew Tosses Shutout in Rain-Shortened Win Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 7:59PMOMAHA, NE - Omaha starter Anthony Lerew continued to dominate Pacific Coast League batters Tuesday night at Rosenblatt, pitching the Royals to a 7-0 victory over Round Rock in a game shortened to four-and-a-half innings by rain.
  • Four Express Players Headed to Houston Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 7:59PMHOUSTON, TX - The Houston Astros announced today that the club will recall outfielder/first baseman Brian Bogusevic, infielder Matt Downs, right-handed pitcher Henry Villar and left-handed pitcher Wesley Wright. The club will also purchase the contract of catcher Brian Esposito.
  • Round Rock Express Blanked at Omaha 7-0 Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 7:58PMOMAHA, Neb. - Round Rock's winless road trip continued Tuesday as the Express dropped a 7-0 decision in a rain-shortened, five-inning game against the Omaha Royals at Rosenblatt Stadium.
  • Police Say Woman Distracts Shoppers, Steals Wallets Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 7:44PMPolice want to identify a thief who distracts woman at stores and steals their wallets from their purses. Police said the woman is a person of interest in at least eight thefts during the past two weeks.
  • Dodgers All-Star Rafael Furcal to Rehab with 'Topes Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 7:28PMThe Albuquerque Isotopes' playoff push will receive a boost from Los Angeles Dodgers All-Star shortstop Rafael Furcal, who is scheduled to play in a pair of rehabilitation games for the 'Topes on Wednesday and Thursday at Isotopes Park.
  • Recycling grant applications must be submitted by Oct. 8 Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 7:15PMNASHVILLE — The De-partment of Environment and Conservation’s Division of Solid Waste Management is accepting applications for recycling equipment grants. Grant applications are due Oct. 8.
  • Former Lady Vol new assistant at Vanderbilt Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 7:14PMAfter starting a women's golf program at Carson-Newman College, former Tennessee Lady Vols golfer Holly Clark is starting over as an assistant coach at Vanderbilt.
  • Police for suspect in shopping cart wallet thefts Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 7:09PMMetro police said eight wallets were taken from purses left in shopping carts during the past two weeks.
  • Helen Nichols turns 100, passes down lifelong lessons Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 7:03PMOn Saturday, a group of family and friends gathered to celebrate Helen Nichols’ 100th birthday. They came from as far away as Nashville, Tennessee and Glasgow, Scotland to honor her.
  • Tight end playing key role for Titans' offense Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 6:55PMPublished: Tuesday, August 31, 2010 at 8:49 p.m. Last Modified: Tuesday, August 31, 2010 at 8:49 p.m. NASHVILLE, Tenn. - Try naming the one player on offense the Tennessee Titans may not be able to live without.
  • Southern Automotive Women's Forum sets conference Wednesday, August 11, 2010 @ 8:22AMThe organizer of the new Southern Automotive Women's Forum says a conference set Thursday in Nashville is a step toward providing women with a career support network in the industry that is growing in the South.
  • Judge: Habitat For Humanity Can Build 350 Homes Wednesday, August 11, 2010 @ 8:18AMHabitat for Humanity is declaring a win in their fight to build hundreds of affordable homes in north Nashville.
  • Predators hire new CEO, COO to boost business side Wednesday, August 11, 2010 @ 8:17AMAssociated Press - August 11, 2010 11:05 AM ET NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - The Nashville Predators have hired a new chief executive officer and chief operating officer in moves designed to help...
  • Auto Racing Glance Wednesday, August 11, 2010 @ 8:15AMSite: Brooklyn, Mich. Track: Michigan International Speedway (oval, 2.0 miles). Race distance: 400 miles, 200 laps. Last year: Brian Vickers won after leader Jimmie Johnson ran out of gas with two laps left. Vickers, sidelined this year by blood clots, gave Red Bull Racing its first victory.
  • Corsair Hires Former Standard Chartered CEO Mervyn Davies as Vice Chairman Wednesday, August 11, 2010 @ 8:14AMCorsair Capital LLC, a U.S. private equity firm that targets the financial-services industry, hired former Standard Chartered Plc Chief Executive Officer Mervyn Davies as vice chairman and a partner.
  • Predators hire new CEO, COO to boost business side Wednesday, August 11, 2010 @ 8:12AMNASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - The Nashville Predators have hired a new chief executive officer and chief operating officer in moves designed to help improve and expand the team's business operations.
  • 2010 NASCAR Camping World schedule and standings Wednesday, August 11, 2010 @ 8:06AMApril 2 — Nashville 200, Lebanon, Tenn. ( Kyle Busch )
  • Motor mouth runs for Titans' McRath Wednesday, August 11, 2010 @ 8:00AMNASHVILLE — As the temperature climbs near 100 degrees and practice extends well into a second hour, most Titans stick to two basic goals: survive the workout and retreat to cooler confines.
  • Douglas, U.S. team bring home the gold Wednesday, August 11, 2010 @ 7:59AMFor the first time, the Amateur Athletic Union held its 2010 Junior Olympic Inline Hockey tournament west of the Mississippi. In past years, the East Coast has been home to this annual tournament. Teams from all corners of the world come to the U.S. for this showdown of hockey skills.
  • Announcements Wednesday, August 11, 2010 @ 7:59AMFirst Tee of Clarksville registration
  • Haslam claims GOP nomination for governor Friday, August 6, 2010 @ 1:27AMNASHVILLE (AP) — Knoxville Mayor Bill Haslam withstood relentless attacks from his rivals to claim Tennessee's Republican gubernatorial nomination on Thursday.
  • Haslam wins Tennessee GOP primary for governor Friday, August 6, 2010 @ 1:27AMBill Haslam, the mayor of Knoxville and considered a moderate Republican, easily won the Tennessee GOP primary for governor Thursday, the Tennessee Department of State's website reported.
  • Two GOP state reps lose seats Friday, August 6, 2010 @ 1:26AMNASHVILLE — Two Republican state representatives have lost their seats in the primary while longtime Democratic state Sen. Douglas Henry of Nashville was in a close battle to hang on to his post.
  • State gets $13.6 million in health care grants Friday, August 6, 2010 @ 1:25AMAssociated Press - August 6, 2010 4:15 AM ET NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - Tennessee has received $13.6 million in federal grants for health care workforce training programs.
  • State sales tax holiday is Friday through Sunday Friday, August 6, 2010 @ 1:25AMAssociated Press - August 6, 2010 4:15 AM ET NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - It's time to save money on purchases like clothing, school and art supplies and computers.
  • National beef symposium under way in Nashville Friday, August 6, 2010 @ 1:25AMAssociated Press - August 6, 2010 4:15 AM ET NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - A national symposium is under way in Nashville to help beef cattle producers enhance their operations.
  • Regents asked to expand search for chancellor Friday, August 6, 2010 @ 1:24AMAssociated Press - August 6, 2010 4:15 AM ET NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - The chairman of the Senate Education Committee has asked the Tennessee Board of Regents for an expanded search to find a...
  • Weekend races Friday, August 6, 2010 @ 1:05AMNASCAR SPRINT CUP
  • Southern belle: Evans brings her brand of country to Paragon Friday, August 6, 2010 @ 12:58AMThe spirit of the South is typically described in glowing terms -- hospitable, gracious, kind-hearted. You know, the stuff that makes people want to vacation here before the summer hits.
  • Storm brings brief respite from heat Friday, August 6, 2010 @ 12:52AMMiddle Tennesseans got a little break from the heat after storms moved through the area on Thursday - but the respite will be fleeting.