Good morning, this is Nashville Local Pulse for Wednesday, December 4, 2024.

We're starting with some breaking news from the past few days. A man has been convicted in a 2022 Nashville murder, and a 14-year-old is missing from Murfreesboro. The Hendersonville police have arrested a man accused of multiple sexual offenses across the Midstate. Additionally, the Tennessee Department of Children's Services is facing scrutiny in a mother's decade-long fight for custody.

In local job market news, we don't have any major hiring announcements or new job postings from top local employers to report today. However, it's worth noting that the Strobel House, a long-term housing solution, is set to open, which could have a positive impact on our community.

Moving on to real estate, there are no notable commercial or residential property sales to report today. However, construction updates include the ongoing work on Interstate 24 West, which has reopened in Manchester after bridge debris fell on the roadway. In West Tennessee, there are several road construction projects, including lane closures on I-40 for pothole patching and repair activities on the Hernando de Soto Bridge.

From city hall, the Metro Council has been debating the use of private security cameras, and there are concerns about immigrant enforcement. The Nashville mayor has proposed funding for safety enhancements along the Cumberland River and has addressed safety concerns with WeGo.

The weather today is expected to be mostly sunny with a high of 59 degrees. However, we're expecting strong storms to follow the dangerous heat. This could impact outdoor activities and events, so be sure to check the forecast before heading out.

In new business activity, a unique and affordable housing project is opening soon for youth aging out of foster care. This is a significant development that could make a real difference in the lives of young people in our community.

Upcoming community events include the "Take Back Title IX" rally, which stopped in Nashville recently. The Franklin Police Department is increasing DUI enforcement, and the Mt. Juliet police have seized drugs concealed in tortillas.

In local school achievements, the Williamson County Schools are working to address bullying, and the Belmont University is investigating vandalism on campus. The Vols have won their first baseball national championship, which is a significant achievement for Tennessee sports.

In a feel-good community story, a woman from South Carolina visited Nashville to follow her dreams and inspire others. Kim Brock, who uses a wheelchair, became the first model to appear in a wheelchair at a new Nashville fashion show.

In today's crime report, there have been several significant incidents in the past 24 hours. A doorman was assaulted at Robert's Western World, and police are looking for a truck involved in a hit-and-run at Smokin Thighs. A man has been charged with aggravated child rape in Putnam County, and two individuals are wanted for questioning in the Antioch restaurant owner's shooting death.

This has been Nashville Local Pulse. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates.