Good morning, this is Nashville Local Pulse for Wednesday, July 9, 2025.

We wake up today with temperatures starting in the low 70s and an expected high near 90 later this afternoon. Humidity hangs in the air, but skies should remain mostly clear, perfect for anyone headed downtown or out to one of our community events. We will see similar conditions tomorrow, so keep the sunscreen handy.

Our top story: a sense of uncertainty in city politics as Congressman Mark Green has resigned. The community is still waiting for details as the process for a special election unfolds. This comes as parents of a student slain at Antioch High School have sued Metro Nashville Public Schools and the city, alleging negligence after last year’s shooting. This case is reigniting conversations about student safety and the role of school security across Davidson County.

Meanwhile, Nashville’s reputation as a group travel and events destination remains strong. Hospitality experts say new hotel developments are still coming, even as visitation growth stabilizes. With roughly 3,000 new hotel rooms in the pipeline and big venues like the Autograph Collection by Marriott taking shape by the convention center, developers remain bullish on Music City’s future. The local job market keeps adjusting, especially in hospitality and tech, with ongoing opportunities despite a more balanced pace of growth reported by HVS Nashville.

In the music world, we are reminded again why Nashville is so special. Tonight, Dylan J takes the stage at The Lookout at Ole Red on Broadway starting at 4:30. However, we send our well-wishes to country legend Ray Stevens, whose July shows at the CabaRay Showroom have been canceled after he successfully underwent surgery following a mild heart attack. Fans are relieved to hear he is recovering well.

Sports fans, Nashville SC hosts D.C. United tonight at Geodis Park. The stakes are high as the team looks to build momentum in front of the home crowd. High school sports also made headlines with Metro’s students setting new records in English, math, and social studies on state assessments, signaling strong academic gains for our local schools.

Traffic-wise, while most major routes around Nashville are clear, drivers should keep an eye on I-75 south of town in Hamilton County. Tonight, road crews will be closing lanes overnight for bridge work near Hamilton Place Boulevard. If your summer plans have you traveling that way, expect some delays.

Our crime update reflects a busy post-holiday period. Murfreesboro Police arrested two more suspects in a string of drive-by incidents, and a fireworks assault near Portland left a young person injured, with police still looking for suspects. Metro officers also report making several BUI arrests during the July Fourth weekend on area waterways, reminding us to stay safe whether on the roads or rivers.

On the health front, TriStar hospitals are now using AI technology to speed up stroke detection and care, offering hope for even better patient outcomes across the region.

Before we go, a feel-good note: Tennessee’s own rescue crews have just returned from a two-week mission helping with flood recovery efforts in Texas. Their commitment is just one more reminder of our city’s strong community spirit.

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