Tennessee toddler, infant killed by family dogs, mother in critical condition: sheriff

Two artists who started their careers outside of country music were inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame as early rock pioneer Jerry Lee Lewis and bluegrass performer-turned-country star Keith Whitley joined the ranks.Lewis, the 87-year-old artist nicknamed “The Killer,” was unable to attend the induction ceremony on Sunday in Nashville, Tennessee, due to guidance from his doctor. But his fellow country stars Hank Williams Jr.

A woman has died after storms in Tennessee knocked down a tree that landed on the car she was driving. A Tennessee Highway Patrol preliminary report says 22-year-old Laurel Flaherty from Massachusetts died after the incident Wednesday in Williamson County.

Nolan Neal’s cause of death has been revealed. The “America’s Got Talent” and Voice alum died in July of “acute combined drug toxicity,” after he ingested morphine, methamphetamine, fentanyl and acetyl fentanyl, a spokesperson at the Davidson County Medical Examiner’s told Page Six on Thursday.

and alum died in July of «acute combined drug toxicity,» after he ingested morphine, methamphetamine, fentanyl and acetyl fentanyl, a spokesperson at the Davidson County Medical Examiner's told on Thursday. The outlet additionally reported that Neal's manner of death was ruled an accident by the coroner.On July 19,  first reported that Neal was found dead in his apartment in Nashville, Tennessee, by his roommate. He was 41.At the time, the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department told  that Neal was found dead at 8 p.m.

Faith Hill and Tim McGraw have built quite a life for themselves in their 26 years of marriage, singing all over the world together and even starring in a hit show, Yellowstone's prequel, 1883.MORE: Tim McGraw and Faith Hill's daughter Gracie shares photos from weekend celebrationHowever, most importantly, they have created an incredible family. The couple have three daughters, Gracie Katherine, 25, Maggie Elizabeth, 24, and Audrey Caroline, 20.The five are a super tight-knit bunch, but still, while the girls' parents are certainly inspirational, and one or two of them are following in their footsteps, they are paving their own way in life and careers.WATCH: Tim McGraw and Faith Hill's daughter Maggie made a rare appearance during a reunion with her sistersMORE: Gracie McGraw celebrates 'greatest day of my life' with heartfelt messageThe oldest, Gracie, lives in New York City.

Kanye West was stopped outside of Candace Owens’ new documentary screening on Wednesday night (October 12) in Nashville, Tenn.

'American Idol' runner-up Willie Spence has died. The 23-year-old singer - who finished behind Chayce Beckham in last year's 19th season of the reality show - passed away after being involved in a car accident in Nashville, Tennessee, on Tuesday (11. 10.

Kanye West steps out for the premiere screening of conservative commentator Candace Owens’ film on Wednesday (October 12) in Nashville, Tenn.

killed the “American Idol” star.Spence’s family held their first press conference outside of his grandma’s house in Florida and told reporters how heartbroken they were at his passing, local ABC outlet WLOS reported.“Willie was our gentle giant. He had such a soft demeanor but a very, very powerful voice. When he opened his mouth and lifted the Lord in song, many would just stop in their tracks to listen to him,” said Spence’s cousin Sabrina Cooper.“Now Willie is in heaven, singing the lead in the heaven’s choir.” According to a Tennessee State Trooper, the Jeep that Spence was driving went off the road and crashed into the back of a tractor-trailer which was stopped on the road’s shoulder.

Ray J and Kanye «Ye» West appear to be mending fences after posing together at the premiere of Candace Owens' new documentary, . The screening took place in Nashville, Tennessee, and included a select group of invitees, including Jason and Brittany Aldean, and Kid Rock.West sported an all-black look, which included a dress jacket, baggy pants, tall boots and a t-shirt. He completed his outfit with a familiar black baseball cap, with this one reading «2024.» Ray J similarly dressed in all black, as well as Owens, who wore a black, strapless gown for the affair.

Willie Spence, the American Idol runner-up in the 2021 Season 19 of the competition series, died Tuesday from injuries sustained in a car accident in Tennessee. He was 23.

Former “American Idol” star Willie Spence has passed away at age just 23.

Motorists traveling to Great Smoky Mountains National Park through the Tennessee city of Gatlinburg have been asked to take caution after a fire Sunday damaged a building containing businesses in the downtown area. Gatlinburg officials said on Twitter that crews were working on hot spots Sunday afternoon from a fire reported at 6:39 a.m.

Nicole Kidman wowed her fans with a new photo shared to Instagram at the weekend. In the backstage snap, the actress and her country singer husband Keith Urban were clearly smitten with each other.The pair were pictured walking down the corridor, and Keith had one arm around Nicole's waist, while she rested her hand on his shoulder.SEE: Nicole Kidman's latest photo from Greek vacation will take your breath awayThe Nine Perfect Strangers star wore a black crop top that showcased her six-pack, teamed with skinny black trousers, a blazer and matching shoes.Her long hair was worn in loose waves while her husband wore jeans and a T-shirt.WATCH: Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban share romantic moment on stageThe mother-of-four captioned the image: "On tour backstage Nashville, Tennessee," adding a heart emoji.MORE: Keith Urban and Nicole Kidman to spend rest of year apartSEE: Nicole Kidman shares relatable behind-the-scenes photo from the set of her untitled rom-comThe star's fans were quick to gush about the picture, with one commenting: "Nicole you looked amazing last night.

The family dogs who mauled two Tennessee toddlers to death Wednesday and left their mother with severe injuries had never been aggressive, a friend told Fox News Digital. Kirstie Jane Bennard, 30, was seriously wounded when she tried to pull the family's two pit bulls off 5-month-old Hollace Dean and 2-year-old Lilly Jane at their home in rural Shelby County outside Memphis. "That attack lasted longer than any one of us could have ever imagined," the devastated mom's best friend, Kelsey Canfield, told Fox News Digital "I can promise you those children were her world, and if there was any inkling of danger, she would have never had those dogs near her kids," the shattered mom's best friend, Kelsey Canfield, told Fox News Digital.

Country music legend Loretta Lynn has sadly passed away aged 90, her family have confirmed. The Coal Miner's Daughter singer, whose songs about life and love made her a music legend, died at her home in Hurricane Mills, Tennessee, her family said in a statement provided to The Associated Press.

Thania Garcia Country singer-songwriter Hardy and his touring team are recovering from a bus accident that occurred early Sunday morning. The singer took to social media to update fans, revealing that all four people who were on the bus, including himself, “were all treated for significant injuries.” Michael Wilson Hardy was on the road after completing two shows in Bristol, Tenn., which is when the bus was impacted. The artist has already been released from the hospital, “ordered by the doctors to recover for the next few weeks.” However, his bus driver is still being treated. “Our friend and bus driver needs your prayers as he is still in the hospital,” Hardy wrote in his statement. “His family is with him while he is being treated and we’re all pulling and praying for him.”

HARDY, Morgan Wallen and Blake Shelton's songwriter, was released from the hospital with "significant injuries" Sunday morning after his tour bus was involved in "an accident" outside of Nashville. Tennessee Highway Patrol officials confirmed to Fox News Digital that an overturned tour bus crash occurred around 2:30 a.m. on Interstate 40 West.

They do! Less than one year after getting engaged, Trace Bates and Lydia Romeike have officially gotten married.