Former child support worker nabbed for selling stolen personal info

A former child support worker was arrested after attempting to sell the personal information — including names, Social Security numbers and bank account numbers — of 1,600 people. More

John Rich files defamation lawsuit

Big & Rich star opens new legal front in feud with performer he once aided More

Letters to the Editor

A reader points a finger at the television pundits whose politics are so far to the right that they constantly hold nightly "slam-fests" of President Obama. More

Wal-Mart workers press lawmakers on union measure

Retail giant seen as main target of 'card-check' bill More
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Metro officials urge calm, caution over swine flu

Mayor Dean, city officials urge the public to use caution in response to the news of a confirmed swine flu case in Nashville. More
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'Wolverine' pre-release ignites new piracy fears

Ordinarily all the buzz and discussion about a film like X-Men Origins: Wolverine would cover such topics as weekend box office grosses and the eating binges star Hugh Jackman reportedly endured to increase his physical bulk for the role, but not this time. More

Ask Amy

A reader asks for advice on how to approach her daughter and son-in-law about cleaning their house which is filty and filled with broken appliances because of the couple's dogs. More
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Rockers anticipate riotous Ryman appearance

Ra Ra Riot, the six-member unit that includes both a rhythm and string section, is among the more unusual musical aggregations in the pop/rock world.   More
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Belle Meade’s Wine Chap welcomes with British charm

British ex-pat and Nashville transplant Richard Payne traded his insurance work for wine sales, opening The Wine Chap Wine & Spirits. More
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The Style Arbiter: Pick, design, love your race hat

Hats are the essential accessory at next weekend's Steeplechase, and The Style Arbiter gives advice for finding or making one that's your perfect fit. More

Smallest U.S. wage gain on record Is ‘upside’ for profits

Statistics, chance that companies will lower prices have some economists forecasting deflation More
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Death Cab for Cutie climbs with 'Narrow Stairs'

When the members of the Washington indie rock band Death Cab for Cutie began recording the songs that eventually became their Grammy-nominated disc Narrow Stairs, they were very conscious of duplicating a mood and feeling that bassist Nicholas Harmer says marks the only difference between it and their prior releases. More
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Sullivan named a finalist for NHL's Masterton Trophy

Nashville Predators forward Steve Sullivan is one of three finalists for the NHL’s Masterton Trophy, the league announced Thursday. More

LaLonde wins District 18 runoff election

Unofficial results from the Metro Council District 18 runoff election show Kristine LaLonde with 672 votes to beat out Stephenie Dodson with 476 votes. More