Top 5 Things You Should Know Today (01-30-20)

Man accused of murder in deadly Hermitage shooting

Metro Nashville Police officials arrested and charged 24-year-old Brandon Jenkins murder. He’s accused of murdering of Anthony Goodall on June 30th. Jenkins was arrested in La Vergne Tuesday night. A grand jury returned the indictment. Investigators say Goodall was shot as he walked to a room at the Super 8 Motel on Princeton Place in Hermitage. According to police, there are more arrests to be made.


WILSON CO SCHOOL CLOSED DUE TO ILLNESS

Wilson County Schools will be closed the rest of the week and on Monday due to illness. The school district said via social media that the closing is “out of an abundance of caution.” All “Kids Club” activities will also be closed. The school district says that they’ll use the time to clean and disinfect the buildings.


WOMAN DIES AFTER CUMBERLAND CRASH

A woman died after a crash at the bridge over the Cumberland River in Old Hickory last night. The crash happened on the bridge on Old Hickory Boulevard that connects Old Hickory to Madison. Her car went airborne and landed at the foot of the bridges, just before entering the Cumberland River. The woman was sent to TriStar Skyline Medical Center where she died from her injuries. I will have more information on this story as I receive it


USCMA signed into law, considered victory for Trump administration

Yesterday, Donald Trump signed the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement into law. The deal will replace the 1994 NAFTA agreement and is considered a big win for the White House. The three countries originally approved the deal in 2018, but for more than a year, Democrats refused to approve it without improved labor and environmental standards. The trade deal is expected to generate more trade between the three countries.


2 arrested for alleged involvement in Maury County child sex trafficking ring

Two people were arrested by the Maury County Sheriff’s Office after being accused of sexually exploiting children. They’re looking for more information about Clinton Gransden and Michelle Klen, whose accused of running a child sexual exploitation ring. Investigators believe that several children in Middle Tennessee were exploited by Gransden and Klen. Some of the victims have yet to be identified. Gransden and Klen remain in the Maury County Jail.

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BLACK PANTHER 3 IS IN THE WORKS!

BLACK PANTHER 3 IS IN THE WORKS!

Marvel Studios has confirmed that Black Panther 3 is coming. Marvel boss Kevin Feige made the official announcement on Tuesday. No plot description or release date was given for the upcoming sequel. Several weeks ago, Denzel Washington said that Black Panther director Ryan Coogler had written a part for him in the next film. Marvel…

JAY Z’S ACCUSER HAS INCOSISTENCIES IN HER STORY

JAY Z’S ACCUSER HAS INCOSISTENCIES IN HER STORY

The Alabama woman who has alleged Jay-Z and Diddy sexually assaulted her when she was 13 years old at an MTV VMA afterparty is addressing inconsistencies in her story. The anonymous accuser admits she has “made some mistakes” when recalling the event, but still stands by her overall allegations. She and her lawyer, Tony Buzbee,…

THE SHOW WILL GO ON FOR BEYONCE!

THE SHOW WILL GO ON FOR BEYONCE!

Rumors have been debunked that Beyonce might cancel her Christmas Day performance during halftime of the Houston Texans football game. As a matter of fact, the game has now been extended to accommodate Beyonce’s performance. A source said (quote) “She has no intention of canceling. Rehearsals have been and continue to be underway.” And Beyonce…

LIZZO HAS SMALL WIN IN LAWSUIT

LIZZO HAS SMALL WIN IN LAWSUIT

A California judge has slowed down the harassment lawsuit against Lizzo. In 2023, Lizzo’s former tour company stylist, Asha Daniels, sued, alleging sexual harassment, racism, unpaid overtime, and a hostile work environment. On Monday, Judge Fernando L. Aenlle-Rocha granted a motion to partially dismiss the harassment claims because the alleged actions took place in Europe,…