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NewsChannel 5 is Nashville’s news and information leader and one of the top three CBS affiliates in the country. As the market’s top content provider on all platforms, NewsChannel 5 serves middle Tennessee and southern Kentucky by keeping them safe, informed and connected. The station is recognized year after year for outstanding coverage of breaking news, severe weather and investigative reporting. NewsChannel 5 Investigates is one of the most highly acclaimed investigative units in the country. The team’s mission is to hold the powerful accountable, and in the process, they have won a national award for their work every year since 2009 – from the National Headliner, to the DuPont and the Peabody. SKY5 helicopter sets NewsChannel 5 apart from our competition -- providing the only full time aerial coverage of breaking news, severe weather, and traffic. Its gyro-stabilized camera produces spectacular images that viewers can’t get anywhere else. Nashville is most notably known as the center of the music industry, earning it the nickname Music City. Nashville is also a center for the health care, banking and transportation industries and is home to a large number of colleges and universities including Vanderbilt University. Nashville was named Friendliest City in 2016 by Travel & Leisure. The Nashville region's business environment is characterized by a favorable geographic location, quality workforce, lower taxes, and growth opportunities enhanced by a diverse economy. Over the last decade, the Nashville area has experienced tremendous growth across industry sectors, including the major industries of health care, tourism, publishing and music. High-profile businesses from across the country and the globe have moved to the Nashville area in the past few years, including ServiceSource, Eventbrite, Under Armour, Backyard Burgers, Nissan and the Consulate-General of Japan. Nashville is also home to several Fortune 500 companies.

Embracing a transformative mission, The Tennessean is dedicated to driving positive change and enhancing the quality of life in Middle Tennessee. Our commitment extends beyond information delivery; we actively strive to shape communities and contribute to their growth, fostering a vibrant environment. With our headquarters situated in the bustling heart of downtown Nashville, we're poised to report not only on the local matters that impact our region but also on those with wider statewide and national significance. As a vital member of the esteemed USA TODAY Network, our reach isn't confined to Tennessee – we're committed to illuminating the stories that matter on a national scale. The Tennessean's core philosophy revolves around recognizing the unique aspirations of every individual and business. It's this understanding that fuels our ability to tailor solutions that resonate with your specific goals. Our seasoned team of professionals is ready to guide you from conception to execution, ensuring your initiatives bear tangible and lasting impact. While Nashville pulses at our core, The Tennessean's influence knows no bounds. We're more than just a news source; we're a conduit for change and growth. With a dedicated team of reporters and resources, we're poised to empower you with insights that matter, both locally and on a broader stage. Join us in this journey of information, empowerment, and community-building at The Tennessean.

Nashville's only alternative-weekly newspaper covering news, art and culture, music and food news.