Chris Davis

Jan 23, 2025 | newschannel5.com | Chris Davis

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — The fear and the trauma of the Antioch High School shooting can only be described as a nightmare. But as MNPS's Director of Schools Adrienne Battle pointed out, this isn't the fire time the district has had a wake-up moment. "As a middle school student at J.T. Moore, I experienced the pain of losing a classmate to gun violence," said Battle, during a news conference Wednesday. In 1994, the scene was chaotic outside of J.T. Moore Middle in West Nashville.

Jan 21, 2025 | newschannel5.com | Chris Davis |Stefani Reynolds

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee still has two years left on his term, but already, there's chatter about who may replace him in 2026. Sen. Marsha Blackburn has certainly entered the conversation. Two months ago when Sen. Blackburn won a second term to the U.S. Senate, the burning question was would she join the Trump Administration?

Jan 20, 2025 | newschannel5.com | Chris Davis

MONTEREY, Tenn. (WTVF) — Last week, Perdue Farms announced they would be closing their massive chicken processing plant in Monterey. All 433 employees will lose their jobs. "Some people were kind of upset, some broke down and started to cry," said Synthia Allen, a longtime Perdue employee. "I just stood there. I wasn’t even sure what to think."Allen worked there for nearly 41 years and was just months shy of submitting her retirement paperwork. She has savings. Many of her colleagues do not.

Jan 16, 2025 | newschannel5.com | Chris Davis

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — Tennessee Republican leaders have repeatedly said they want more decorum and fewer distractions this legislative session. That's why they have a new slate of rules they adopted for lawmakers and the general public. Here's a rundown of some of the new rules. "The Penalty Box"Between an opening bell, spectators in seats and a countdown clock, some elements in the House sure feel like watching a sporting event.

Jan 14, 2025 | newschannel5.com | Chris Davis

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — With the strike of a gavel, the 114th Tennessee General Assembly officially got underway Tuesday. Fierce debate over topics won't start for a few weeks. The first day is largely ceremonial, highlighting the grand traditions of the legislature's opening day.