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

We start with breaking news. A man accused of shooting and killing a woman in her Nashville apartment in 2022 has been convicted, according to Davidson County DA Glenn Funk. This comes as a relief to many in the community who have been advocating for justice in this case[2].

In other news, a teenage girl last seen on Monday was reported missing out of Murfreesboro, Tennessee, by her mother. The police are urging anyone with information to come forward and help locate her safely[2].

Moving on to our job market snapshot, there have been no major hiring announcements or notable business expansions in the past few days. However, we do have some updates on new job postings from top local employers. The city is working on various projects, including the deployment of a new crime unit to combat shoplifting, which could lead to new job opportunities in law enforcement[1].

In real estate news, there are no notable commercial or residential property sales to report today. However, construction updates include the ongoing work on Interstate 24 West, which reopened after bridge debris fell on the roadway. Additionally, there are plans for unique, affordable housing opening soon for youth aging out of foster care, which is a significant development in addressing the needs of this vulnerable population[1][3].

From city hall, the Property Standards and Appeals Board meeting scheduled for today has been cancelled due to a lack of cases on the agenda[4].

Weather-wise, today is expected to be partly cloudy with temperatures ranging from the mid-40s to low 50s. This should make for a pleasant day for outdoor activities and events. However, we do have some road closures to note, particularly on Interstate 40 in West Tennessee, where there will be lane closures for pothole patching and repair activities[3].

In new business activity, we have the opening of the Strobel House, a long-term housing solution that aims to provide permanent living arrangements for those in need[5].

Upcoming community events include increased DUI enforcement by the Franklin Police Department and a sobriety checkpoint by the Metro Nashville Police Department on Thursday[5].

In local school achievements, Williamson County Schools are working to address bullying, and Belmont University is investigating vandalism on campus[5].

For our feel-good community story, we have the inspiring tale of Kim Brock, who became the first woman to model in a wheelchair at a new Nashville fashion show, highlighting the progress in inclusivity in our city[1].

In today's crime report, we have a few significant incidents to note. A man charged with sexual offenses across three different Middle Tennessee counties was arrested this month in Hendersonville. Additionally, a Christmas tree stolen from a local Subway has been returned, thanks to the efforts of the Lebanon Police Department[2].

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