WTVF-TV (Nashville,TN)

WTVF, also known as channel 5, is a TV station based in Nashville, Tennessee, and it is part of the CBS network. The station is owned by the E. W. Scripps Company, which also owns WNPX-TV (channel 28), an Ion Television station. WTVF operates its studios on James Robertson Parkway in the heart of Nashville, while its transmitter is situated north of downtown near Whites Creek along I-24.

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#54090

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#11280

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Trump, German leader meet amid Ukraine War, NATO pressure and trade tensions

1 week ago | newschannel5.com | Haley Bull

President Donald Trump welcomed German Chancellor Friedrich Merz to the White House on Thursday for the first in-person meeting between the leaders. The meeting comes as President Trump's promise to end the war in Ukraine has remained elusive, as the U.S. has pressured European allies to increase defense spending and sought to reset international trade with sweeping tariff policies. "I am looking forward to the visit. We are well-prepared. NATO will be a major topic, as will trade and Ukraine.
16-year-old in critical condition, shot in apartment while teens were handling guns

1 week ago | newschannel5.com | Craig Anderson

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) - A 16-year-old is in critical condition after he was shot inside a Donelson apartment Wednesday afternoon. Metro Police say four teens were playing with guns at an apartment complex in the 3100 block of Elm Hill Pike around 5 p.m. when a single shot was fired from a pistol, hitting one of the teens. An adult in a nearby apartment unit heard the gunshot and called 911.
From Guyana to Germantown, we learn about The Pepper Pot!

1 week ago | newschannel5.com | Heather Mathis

This family owned restaurant, The Pepper Pot, is bringing the flavors and spirit of Guyana to Nashville!They offer scratch-made Caribbean dishes with a modern flare, backed by three generations of culinary expertise. You can taste the flavors of Guyana at their monthly Supper Club, the next one is June 29th.
Franklin man dead, dog unharmed after van crash over the weekend

1 week ago | newschannel5.com | Dalton Hammonds

FRANKLIN, Tenn. (WTVF) - A man from Franklin has died after a crash this past weekend. Franklin Police say 42-year-old Cody Joss died Tuesday at Vanderbilt University Medical Center after he crashed his van on Noah Drive Sunday afternoon. Joss had to be removed from the vehicle by first responders after the van crashed onto its side. Police say a dog that was also in the van was not harmed in the crash. The cause of the crash remains under investigation by Franklin Police.
Murfreesboro assistant district attorney charged with domestic assault

1 week ago | newschannel5.com | Craig Anderson

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WTVF) - The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation says an assistant district attorney was arrested Tuesday afternoon after investigating claims of domestic and aggravated sexual assault. Quinn Rodriguez, 34, has been charged with two counts of domestic assault and two counts of aggravated assault, says the TBI.
Silver Alert issued for 81-year-old from Lewis County

1 week ago | newschannel5.com | Kelly Broderick

LEWIS COUNTY, Tenn. (WTVF) - A Silver Alert has been issued for 81-year-old Gary Wedlake who is missing from Lewis County. Gary is 5'8", 179 lbs., with grey hair and green eyes. He was last seen in Gun Barrell, Texas on Monday. UPDATE: We have changed the #TNSilverAlert poster to include more accurate information provided by Gary Wedlake's family. We have also updated the picture of the truck he may be driving. It is a silver 2018 Chevy Silverado with the TN plate 801BJBV.
DOGE's mission to downsize federal government continues without Musk

1 week ago | newschannel5.com | Joe St. George

Billionaire Elon Musk may not be much of a player at the White House anymore, but the work of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) to downsize the federal government continues.
Columbia Police investigating officer involved shooting that took place just after 1 a.m. on Tuesday

1 week ago | newschannel5.com | Kelly Broderick

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) - Columbia Police are investigating an officer involved shooting that took place just after 1 a.m. in the 1500 block of Nashville Highway. According to police, officers found a man in the road armed with a handgun. While officers made efforts to drop his firearm, they said the man refused and continued to walk down the road in and out of the traffic lane and median. As he approached a more populated area, he was shot by a Columbia Police Officer.
Global support program, Red Frogs, is returning to Music City for CMA Fest

1 week ago | newschannel5.com | Kelly Broderick

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) - A global support program is returning to Music City for CMA Fest. Red Frogs USA, is an Australian-based organization that came to Nashville last year for both CMA Fest and Fourth of July. The group works to avoid dangerous situations like intoxication or sexual assault at big events.
Ensure your safety at CMA Fest by downloading these apps

1 week ago | newschannel5.com | Kelly Broderick

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) - The Department of Emergency Communications will be on the ground throughout CMA Fest making sure the public is safe and get help when needed. They want to remind the public that if you see something that seems out of place or strange to say something and report it right away. When it comes to making sure you and your friends are safe at the festival, they encourage people to download the free what3words app before heading downtown.