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They Were Promised Apartments, They Got Evictions.

By Mike Lacy | April 22, 2026

Two years ago, Metro Nashville’s Office of Homeless Services promised “Carrie” and her partner “Greg” housing. What came instead of stable housing were evictions, lost documents and a return to the woods.

Hoboscopes: April 22, 2026

Mr. Mysterio is not a licensed astrologer, a trained cryptozoologist, or a certified lawn-care specialist.

Hoboscopes: April 8, 2026

Mr. Mysterio is not a licensed astrologer, a trained primateologist, or a vetted member of the Federal Trade Commission.

Q&A with Tasha Kennard

When Tasha Kennard became the CEO of Thistle Farms in 2022, she was looking for a change of pace.

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Will Nashville Choose FUSUS or Democracy?

By Stephen Watts | March 5, 2025

FUSUS is technology that merges private and public video feeds into one centralized platform for the police to monitor,

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By Barbara Womack | March 5, 2025

12 Facts about Black History in Nashville

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Learn More about “In My Place”

By Judith Tackett | March 5, 2025

In My Place airs live on This Is Nashville, and you can catch it most likely on the last Tuesday of each month on WPLN 90.3 FM.

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Q&A with Xyzeidria Ensley

By Judith Tackett | March 5, 2025

Dr. Xyzeidria Ensley has served as the Director of Behavioral Health Services at the Davidson County Sheriff’s Office for nearly 20 years.

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Hoboscopes: February 26, 2025

By Mr. Mysterio | February 26, 2025

Mr. Mysterio is not a licensed astrologer, a registered herbalist, or a certified dishwasher.

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