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  • 1 day ago | fox17.com | Chris Nalls

    NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WZTV) — As new aluminum and steel tariffs loom, local business owners like Carl Meier are bracing for the ripple effects. Meier, owner of Black Abbey Brewing Company, says inflation has already taken a toll on the industry since he launched the business in 2013. “In 2016, our cost per can was about 10 cents,” Meier said.

  • 3 days ago | fox17.com | Chris Nalls

    NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WZTV) — A major shakeup could be coming to Metro government after the Tennessee Court of Appeals ruled that a state law slashing the size of Nashville’s Metro Council can move forward. In a 2-1 decision, the court reversed a lower ruling that had blocked the Small Government Efficiency Act, passed by lawmakers in 2023. The law caps the size of metropolitan and city councils across the state at 20 members — cutting Nashville’s 40-member council in half.

  • 5 days ago | fox17.com | Chris Nalls

    NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WZTV) — The White House has announced a steep increase in tariffs on all foreign steel and aluminum imports, doubling from 25% to 50%. The decision is part of a broader series of economic policy moves aimed at protecting domestic industries, but some experts warn it could have unintended consequences for consumers.

  • 1 week ago | fox17.com | Chris Nalls

    MNPD's specialized Entertainment District Unit (EDU)says it needs more funding to support its efforts in the entertainment district. (Photo: FOX 17 News)

  • 1 week ago | fox17.com | Chris Nalls

    NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WZTV) — As Metro Nashville Public Schools (MNPS) proposes a $1.4 billion budget for 2026, a roughly 13% increase from last year, debate continues to swirl around how that money will be spent and whether the district can afford it long-term. Part of the proposed budget includes a $15 million boost to place a nurse in every school and expand school resource officer coverage.

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