The Tennessean

The Tennessean, which was formerly called The Nashville Tennessean until 1972, serves as the main daily newspaper for Nashville, Tennessee, USA. It reaches readers across 39 counties in Middle Tennessee and extends into eight counties in southern Kentucky.

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Renowned Florentine sandwich shop All’Antico Vinaio announces Nashville opening dates

1 day ago | tennessean.com | Mackensy Lunsford

World-renowned Italian sandwich shop All’Antico Vinaio will open two Nashville locations on May 22. The new restaurants will be located at 1915 Broadway and 622 8th Avenue S. A Nashville-exclusive sandwich, the “Italian Hot,” featuring turkey, spicy provolone, and Calabrian 'nduja, will be available. One of the Nashville locations will feature an outdoor patio.
What Tennessee lawmakers did and didn’t do in 2025: Your guide

1 day ago | tennessean.com | Melissa Brown |Vivian Jones

Tennessee lawmakers adjourned for the year on April 22, concluding a session shaped by controversy over education for undocumented students, diversity programs, taxes on vape producs and legal protections for birth control and in-vitro fertilization. At times, the session was full of contrasts for Republicans, who hold a supermajority in the Tennessee General Assembly.
With Tennessee Titans set to gamble on Cam Ward, let's hope it's for right reasons | Estes

1 day ago | tennessean.com | Gentry Estes

The Tennessee Titans are expected to select quarterback Cam Ward with the No. 1 overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft despite analysts ranking other players higher. Titans general manager Mike Borgonzi and football boss Chad Brinker have stated they intend to select the "best player available," but actions suggest they may be prioritizing a need. Hope may spring eternal with a bad NFL team, but faith? That must be earned.
Tennessee lawmakers end session dominated by continued immigration, DEI debates

1 day ago | tennessean.com | Melissa Brown |Vivian Jones

A bill that could block education access to students in the country without legal status was the most controversial of the session. But the legislation did not advance this year over cost concerns.
Eleven Tennessee GOP lawmakers ask Gov. Bill Lee to veto protection for birth control, IVF

2 days ago | tennessean.com | Vivian Jones

Birth control and in-vitro fertilization treatment in Tennessee is already legal. House Bill 533 codifies those protections and doe not prevent lawmakers from regulating IVF in the future. Still, 11 Republican lawmakers and two influential conservative groups are urging Gov. Bill Lee to veto the bill. After squeaking through a contentious House vote, 11 Tennessee House Republicans and multiple conservative groups are asking Gov.
Fun in the Nashville sun: Top outdoor dining spots with patios, pools and more for summer

2 days ago | tennessean.com | Mackensy Lunsford

Nashville residents and visitors seeking outdoor dining have a variety of options. Restaurants throughout the city offer patios, gardens, and other unique outdoor spaces. Featured restaurants range from casual barbecue spots to upscale dining experiences. When the weather is nice in Middle Tennessee, it's important to take full advantage of the situation and soak up as many nice breezes, moonlit nights and not-rainy days as possible.
Earth Day 2025: When did it start and who founded the day of celebration for environmental protection

2 days ago | tennessean.com | Jordan Green

Earth Day is an annual event celebrated globally on April 22nd to promote environmental protection and awareness. The 2025 theme, "Our Power, Our Planet," focuses on promoting renewable energy and clean electricity by 2030. First celebrated in 1970, Earth Day was founded by Senator Gaylord Nelson, Congressman Pete McCloskey, and activist Denis Hayes. Earth Day is an annual celebration to promote environmental protection and awareness.
Nashville bishop, parishioners pray following pope's death: 'Honor Pope Francis' request'

3 days ago | tennessean.com | Liam Adams

Pope Francis, born as Jorge Mario Bergoglio, died April 21 at age 88. Rev. J. Mark Spalding, bishop for the Catholic Diocese of Nashville, released statement and remembers "hallmarks" of Francis' legacy, including statement about Nashville in wake of 2023 shooting. Local Catholics are expected to attend Mass at the Cathedral of the Incarnation April 21 that Rev. John Hammond will preside over, and Spalding will be the celebrant at an official diocesan Mass.
Nashville's Asian restauranteurs struggle to source authentic ingredients amid trade war

3 days ago | tennessean.com | Mackensy Lunsford

Tariffs on some Asian countries have increased prices and reduced availability of certain imported ingredients, impacting restaurants and consumers in Nashville and beyond. Chef Colby Rasavong has removed durian fruit from his menu and struggles to source other key ingredients due to rising costs and scarcity. Small, independent restaurants are disproportionately affected by tariffs, lacking the purchasing power of larger chains to negotiate better prices.
Iceland welcomes Tennessee's Southern charm: 'Good eggs,' cowboy hats, 'absurd' politics

3 days ago | tennessean.com | Hadley Hitson

Hundreds of people traveled direct from Tennessee to Iceland last week for the first time. Here's what Icelanders think about Nashville. Icelandair's new nonstop flight from Nashville to Reykjavik has increased tourism and cultural exchange between Tennessee and Iceland. Iceland, like Nashville, is experiencing a tourism boom, with visitor numbers exceeding the local population.