Cookeville Safety Watch

Two FOX17 reports align on the Flood Watch through 8 p.m. but differ in emphasis for Middle Tennessee residents.

• Timing: Article 1 says watch in...

Cookeville Police responded immediately to potential active threats at five schools on May 19, 2026.

• Rapid clearance: Campuses at Cookeville High,...

Friday is a First Alert Weather Day for Middle Tennessee with widespread heavy downpours and thunderstorms. Expect ponding on roadways, reduced...

Cookeville seniors can protect their identities and aid local food banks at the free ‘Can the Scam’ drive-thru shred event this Friday. Stay in your car, drop off up to two boxes of sensitive documents, and receive fraud prevention packets.

TWRA reports black bear sightings this spring in Hickman, Dickson, Wilson, and Sumner counties as young bears seek new ranges.

• No alarm for...

A year after the June 2025 fatal shooting of suicidal 22-year-old Dawson McCracken during a 33-minute standoff, Cookeville is shifting toward...

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