Madeleine Nolan TV

10/14/2025

Thousands of Nashville homeowners say their property tax bills skyrocketed after this year’s reappraisals, and most appeals were denied.

Homeowners tell FOX 17 News they don’t mind paying their fair share, but many say their homes could never sell for what the county claims.

Metro Councilmember Jacob Kupin says he’s hearing the same frustration from local business owners, who warn the rising rates could change the atmosphere of downtown Nashville.

WATCH on WZTV FOX 17 News, Nashville tonight.

10/09/2025

Wilson County’s wastewater director says three corrective measures are now in place to lower state violations at drip dispersal sites, coming the same week the authority was hit with a federal lawsuit over alleged Clean Water Act violations.

Watch the full story tonight at 9 & 10 on WZTV FOX 17 News, Nashville.

10/08/2025

Is it still safe to fly? ✈️

After a wave of air traffic controller callouts caused major delays at BNA, the FAA says staffing is back to normal.

A veteran pilot tells FOX 17 News passengers have “nothing to fear,” even with ongoing shortages.

Some travelers say they still feel uneasy, others say it’s just part of modern travel.

More tonight on WZTV FOX 17 News, Nashville at 9 & 10.

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10/08/2025

BREAKING GROUND STOP ISSUED AT BNA FOR INCOMING FLIGHTS. 🚨✈️

Possibility of extension after 8PM.

Check flight status before heading out and tune in tonight at 9 & 10 on WZTV FOX 17 News, Nashville.

10/07/2025

✈️ TRAVEL ALERT | BNA DELAYS & REDUCTIONS

If you’re flying today, check your flight status before heading to BNA.

The FAA just issued a ground delay program for flights arriving to Nashville International Airport, with average delays of more than 2 hours through midnight.

At the same time, the ongoing government shutdown is forcing reduced flight operations nationwide due to a shortage of air traffic controllers, a ripple effect that could stretch delays even further.

This comes during one of the busiest travel weeks of the year; fall break.

We’re tracking how this could impact your travel plans, and how long these reductions could last, tonight on WZTV FOX 17 News, Nashville.

10/07/2025

A Nashville renter says a small ceiling leak in her Gulch apartment turned into weeks of construction, while she was still being billed full rent.

After her videos on TikTok went viral, management finally let her out of her lease, but that didn’t come without heat.

She says her story isn’t just about one apartment, it’s about knowing your rights as a tenant in Tennessee.

📺 Watch WZTV FOX 17 News, Nashville tonight at 9 & 10PM.

10/04/2025

Wilson County Schools is asking parents for feedback on a possible big change: staggered school start times next year.

👉 Elementary, middle, and high school students would begin at different times to help deal with a bus driver shortage.

Some parents say later times would be tough on high schoolers with jobs or extracurriculars. Others believe it could cut down on school traffic.

What do YOU think? Should schools stagger start times?

WZTV FOX 17 News, Nashville

10/03/2025

The gates are locked at Stones River National Battlefield.

The Murfreesboro landmark isn’t just history, it pumped $23.8M into the local economy last year. Now, with the government shutdown, that’s $65,000 lost every day.

Residents who use the park daily say they hope it reopens soon so people can get back to enjoying it.

More on WZTV FOX 17 News, Nashville tonight at 9 & 10PM.

10/02/2025

The federal government is officially shut down, and the impact is immediate for more than 32,000 Tennesseans working without pay.

TSA agents are already feeling the strain, while nonprofits like OneGenAway and Second Harvest say they’re stepping up with free food support for families in need.

More on WZTV FOX 17 News, Nashville tonight at 9 & 10PM.

09/30/2025

Two weeks after cars sat at a standstill for hours outside Nashville International Airport, BNA leaders are promising changes.

Their new “Path Forward” plan includes more staffing, new traffic monitoring tech, and tighter coordination with Uber & Lyft.

✈️ But passengers told FOX 17 News they’re still skeptical, especially with Nashville’s rapid growth and a cell phone lot located 4 miles away.

➡️ Do you trust the fixes will work?

Watch our full report tonight on WZTV FOX 17 News, Nashville.

09/30/2025

09/30/2025

Crime is down across Nashville in every category: homicides, robberies, auto thefts all down double digits. 📉

But Congressman Andy Ogles is calling for the National Guard, saying parts of Nashville are a “war zone.”

Protesters here are pushing back, saying they don’t want troops on city streets.

Could Nashville be next to get federal resources? The story tonight on WZTV FOX 17 News, Nashville.