Erica Francis
WKRN
Nashville, TN, United States
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Top 5 cities out-of-towners move to in Tennessee
With our strong job market, good weather, and affordability, more and more out-of-towners are discovering there’s no place like Tennessee. → Read More
Flight delays, cancelations continue as airlines hire at record speed
Flight delays and cancelations continue to plague airports across the country, including the Nashville International Airport (BNA). The widespread problem is said to be due to the lack of staffing, resulting in fewer flights and longer lines. → Read More
Announcement of luxury outlet mall proves Nashville has become ‘shopping destination’
It’s a shopaholic’s dream: a new “high-end, luxury” outlet mall is slated to open in South Nashville. → Read More
Slight uptick in gun sales as reform looms
In anticipation of potential restrictions, gun sales are rising, as they usually do following mass shooting events. → Read More
Goodlettsville Police warn of counterfeit bills
A counterfeiting crew of two is busted after a number of Goodlettsville businesses were ripped off. → Read More
From forgotten factory to tech hub, Toshiba plant now home to Tritium
New life continues to be breathed into what was once a reminder of loss in the city of Lebanon. → Read More
How soon could Nashville land a direct flight to Asia?
It’s part of a $1.4 billion expansion plan at the airport that includes a new state-of-the-art international arrivals facility, set to open in September 2023. Upon the opening, tying Tennessee to Asia with a non-stop flight is a top priority. → Read More
Outside influences driving real estate market in Middle Tennessee
About one in ten residential properties in Rutherford County is owned by a Real Estate Investment Trusts (REIT), which is an outside investor, according to property assessor Rob Mitchell. → Read More
Global market shaping greater Nashville area
Tennessee is now home to more than 1,000 international companies that have invested around $40 billion in capitol and employed more than 156,000 people. → Read More
Bellevue bounces back 12 years post flood
Twelve years post flood, Bellevue is shining, with many saying the neighborhood has made its return. → Read More
East Nashville 300-square-foot detached garage apartment listed for rent at $1,000 a month
Is it a scam or a steal? An East Nashville rental is getting quite a reaction online, with many saying $3 a square foot is astronomical—but experts in the apartment industry say, sadly, this is the new normal. → Read More
Wedgewood Houston property gets new owner, forces tenants to leave in 30 days
Earlier this week on News 2, we told you about low-income families in Murfreesboro being pushed out of their homes. Well, it’s happening in Nashville too — this time at The Pheonix Apartments in Wedgewood Houston, where one resident says she doesn’t have the resources or bill of health to pack up and leave in just 30 days. → Read More
Murfreesboro Pike getting a facelift near Fesslers Lane
The face of Murfreesboro Pike is transforming, with developers making moves to build more mixed-use and residential spaces. → Read More
Bill that would change rules for short-term rentals in TN passes House subcommittee
The push to control home sharing in Nashville continues — this time in the General Assembly. → Read More
Nashville homes earn more than average worker, study shows
The term “household income” has taken on a new meaning after two years of red-hot real estate in Nashville. → Read More
Enrollment drops at Tennessee universities, community colleges
Many colleges and universities across the country continue to see a drop in enrollment. The trend is also true for Tennessee. → Read More
New bill would ease construction noise for Nashville residents
Metro council recently introduced legislation to fix the current noise situation that really all comes down to where you live. → Read More
Downtown Clarksville to get first rooftop bar
As Clarksville grows, its downtown corridor grows with it, adding much-needed amenities like a rooftop bar. → Read More
Appraised property value in Rutherford County reaches record high
It’s one of the fastest growing areas of Tennessee, with an estimated population growth of around 90,000 people in one decade. → Read More
Female-only applicants account for just 23% of Nashville home purchase loans
On International Women’s Day, News 2 is recognizing females finding success in real estate. → Read More