Steve Haruch 오용찬
@steveharuch.bsky.social
writer, editor, senior producer @nashvillebanner.bsky.social | 📚 Greetings From New Nashville + People Only Die of Love in Movies | words & audio at NYT, Atlantic, NPR, et al | steveharuch.com | Signal: sharuch.90 | wearenorthnashville.org
And We Are North Nashville, in turn, is featuring two powerful stories from Truth Be Told: Virginia — one nostalgic and bittersweet, one hopeful and unlikely
Truth Be Told: Virginia [Feed Drop]
Podcast Episode · We Are North Nashville · Bonus · 26m
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January 29, 2026 at 5:33 PM
And We Are North Nashville, in turn, is featuring two powerful stories from Truth Be Told: Virginia — one nostalgic and bittersweet, one hopeful and unlikely
A podcast I really admire — Truth Be Told: Virginia — is featuring We Are North Nashville on their feed this week!
Produced and co-hosted by @andreatudhope.bsky.social with M. Simone Boyd
Produced and co-hosted by @andreatudhope.bsky.social with M. Simone Boyd
We Are North Nashville (Feed Drop) | Truth Be Told: Virginia
While you wait on more episodes of Truth Be Told: Virginia, we're sharing a special feed drop from We Are North Nashville--a series that preserves the history of a community disrupted when interstate ...
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January 29, 2026 at 5:30 PM
A podcast I really admire — Truth Be Told: Virginia — is featuring We Are North Nashville on their feed this week!
Produced and co-hosted by @andreatudhope.bsky.social with M. Simone Boyd
Produced and co-hosted by @andreatudhope.bsky.social with M. Simone Boyd
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“¡Comida gratis!” One of the numerous community aid efforts underway in frozen Nashville this week was dedicated to delivering hot meals to cold and fearful immigrant families.
📝 @iamstevenhale.bsky.social and @stelliott.bsky.social
📝 @iamstevenhale.bsky.social and @stelliott.bsky.social
Nashville winter storm: Community aids those without power - Nashville Banner
Effects of historic winter storm leaves in Nashville linger, with community aid and volunteers stepping up to provide food and warmth to those in need.
nashvillebanner.com
January 28, 2026 at 2:56 PM
“¡Comida gratis!” One of the numerous community aid efforts underway in frozen Nashville this week was dedicated to delivering hot meals to cold and fearful immigrant families.
📝 @iamstevenhale.bsky.social and @stelliott.bsky.social
📝 @iamstevenhale.bsky.social and @stelliott.bsky.social
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I wrote about my childhood friend Alexi Pretti. Please read it and share it and remember him as a human being. @theverge.com
I grew up with Alex Pretti
The kind-hearted ICU nurse shot by ICE agents was my childhood best friend.
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January 27, 2026 at 4:45 PM
I wrote about my childhood friend Alexi Pretti. Please read it and share it and remember him as a human being. @theverge.com
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What an honor to go on the Nashville Banner podcast with @genuinehumandk.bsky.social (as a non-Nashvillian!) and talk about JTE and much more.
Big thanks to @steveharuch.bsky.social
Big thanks to @steveharuch.bsky.social
Justin Townes Earle inherited and left behind a complicated legacy. In his new biography WHAT DO YOU DO WHEN YOU'RE LONESOME, writer @jonbern.bsky.social tried to untangle fact from legend — and found that was complicated, too.
He talked with @genuinehumandk.bsky.social this week on BANNER & CO.
He talked with @genuinehumandk.bsky.social this week on BANNER & CO.
Jonathan Bernstein: Writer, Justin Townes Earle Biography - Nashville Banner
Justin Townes Earle was a gifted musician who died too soon; writer and fact-checker Jonathan Bernstein tells his story in a new book.
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January 25, 2026 at 9:08 PM
What an honor to go on the Nashville Banner podcast with @genuinehumandk.bsky.social (as a non-Nashvillian!) and talk about JTE and much more.
Big thanks to @steveharuch.bsky.social
Big thanks to @steveharuch.bsky.social
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Yesterday marked one year since Josselin Dayana Corea Escalante was killed in the Antioch High School shooting. Last night, family and community gathered to remember the 16 year old. Our reporter Araceli Crescencio sat down with Josselin's mother to check in on the family as they continue to grieve.
Community, family still mourns Josselin Corea Escalante's death - Nashville Banner
A memorial service honors Josselin Corea Escalante, one year after her tragic death in the Antioch High School school shooting. The family's grief continues.
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January 23, 2026 at 4:29 PM
Yesterday marked one year since Josselin Dayana Corea Escalante was killed in the Antioch High School shooting. Last night, family and community gathered to remember the 16 year old. Our reporter Araceli Crescencio sat down with Josselin's mother to check in on the family as they continue to grieve.
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Meet our new multimedia reporter, Araceli Crescencio! Araceli will report on immigration and business, produce social media and occasionally translate stories into Spanish, splitting her time between us and Nashville Noticias. Read this essay on her journey to report on the city that raised her.
Meet our immigration, business reporter, Araceli Crescencio - Nashville Banner
From Compton to Nashville, the Nashville Banner's newest staff member talks about how her life experiences will shape her reporting on immigration and business.
nashvillebanner.com
January 22, 2026 at 4:28 PM
Meet our new multimedia reporter, Araceli Crescencio! Araceli will report on immigration and business, produce social media and occasionally translate stories into Spanish, splitting her time between us and Nashville Noticias. Read this essay on her journey to report on the city that raised her.
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Following recent lawsuits from individuals on death row and a group of media organizations including the Banner, a chancellor ordered that the state must amend its lethal injection protocol and provide greater transparency to witnesses.
✏️ @mikeiereiland.bsky.social
✏️ @mikeiereiland.bsky.social
Injunction granted for Tennessee death penalty transparency - Nashville Banner
A Tennessee court issues an injunction for greater access and transparency in executions. Chancellor I'Ashea Myles cites public interest in the process.
nashvillebanner.com
January 16, 2026 at 11:48 PM
Following recent lawsuits from individuals on death row and a group of media organizations including the Banner, a chancellor ordered that the state must amend its lethal injection protocol and provide greater transparency to witnesses.
✏️ @mikeiereiland.bsky.social
✏️ @mikeiereiland.bsky.social
Listening to @sarahgracetaylor.bsky.social and @iamstevenhale.bsky.social for @nashvillebanner.bsky.social is probably the most fun I've ever had listening to anyone talk about state politics.
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LISTEN: Tennessee's Legislature is back in session
The Banner’s Steven Hale and Sarah Grace Taylor talk about the return of the Tennessee legislature, what they’ve done so far and what to expect in the coming months. Sarah Grace discusses bills relate...
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January 16, 2026 at 8:56 PM
Listening to @sarahgracetaylor.bsky.social and @iamstevenhale.bsky.social for @nashvillebanner.bsky.social is probably the most fun I've ever had listening to anyone talk about state politics.
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I’m one of the ProPublica reporters who has been documenting the aggressive tactics federal agents are using against immigrants & U.S. citizens
All eyes are on Minnesota right now, but I want to tell you about Arnoldo Bazan, a 16-YO citizen in Houston who was choked by immigration agents in October
All eyes are on Minnesota right now, but I want to tell you about Arnoldo Bazan, a 16-YO citizen in Houston who was choked by immigration agents in October
January 15, 2026 at 9:31 PM
I’m one of the ProPublica reporters who has been documenting the aggressive tactics federal agents are using against immigrants & U.S. citizens
All eyes are on Minnesota right now, but I want to tell you about Arnoldo Bazan, a 16-YO citizen in Houston who was choked by immigration agents in October
All eyes are on Minnesota right now, but I want to tell you about Arnoldo Bazan, a 16-YO citizen in Houston who was choked by immigration agents in October
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How are Venezuelans in Nashville feeling in the aftermath of the U.S. capture of Nicolás Maduro? We spoke with three locals about a refugee crisis, conflicted emotions and concern that nobody is listening to the Venezuelan people.
✏️: @mikeiereiland.bsky.social
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✏️: @mikeiereiland.bsky.social
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Nashvillians from Venezuela reflect on Nicolás Maduro's removal - Nashville Banner
Venezuelans in the US reflect on the capture of Nicolás Maduro, the refugee crisis, and the impact of the recent United States military action on their homeland.
nashvillebanner.com
January 9, 2026 at 5:15 PM
How are Venezuelans in Nashville feeling in the aftermath of the U.S. capture of Nicolás Maduro? We spoke with three locals about a refugee crisis, conflicted emotions and concern that nobody is listening to the Venezuelan people.
✏️: @mikeiereiland.bsky.social
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✏️: @mikeiereiland.bsky.social
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Councilmember Brandon Taylor said North Nashville residents adjacent to Buchanan St “came to me begging, pleading for me to do something” about disruptive businesses on the strip. Read @stelliott.bsky.social's report on the lengthy debate over his proposal Thurs.
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Metro Planning Commission defers Buchanan Street business bill - Nashville Banner
Metro Councilmember Brandon Taylor's bill to restrict certain businesses on Buchanan Street in North Nashville is delayed after public debate.
nashvillebanner.com
January 9, 2026 at 5:20 PM
Councilmember Brandon Taylor said North Nashville residents adjacent to Buchanan St “came to me begging, pleading for me to do something” about disruptive businesses on the strip. Read @stelliott.bsky.social's report on the lengthy debate over his proposal Thurs.
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“In August, ICE guards found 32-year-old Chaofeng Ge hanging in a shower stall at the Moshannon Valley Processing Center in Philipsburg, Pa. Although investigators ruled Ge’s death a suicide, the autopsy report stated that he was found with his hands and feet tied behind his back.”
“The five deaths of Asian nationals in ICE custody in 2025 are not just isolated tragedies. They reveal a system that has expanded faster than oversight can follow.” www.latimes.com/opinion/stor...
Contributor: Deaths of Asian immigrants in ICE custody reveal a community under threat
A 2025 survey reported that 63% of Asian immigrants now feel unsafe in America because of their race.
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January 7, 2026 at 3:16 PM
“In August, ICE guards found 32-year-old Chaofeng Ge hanging in a shower stall at the Moshannon Valley Processing Center in Philipsburg, Pa. Although investigators ruled Ge’s death a suicide, the autopsy report stated that he was found with his hands and feet tied behind his back.”
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Look back at 2025 through the lens of Banner staff photographer Martin B. Cherry.
The Banner's Best Photos of 2025 - Nashville Banner
Staff photojournalist Martin B. Cherry selected his favorite photos from the year, including notable figures, community gatherings and more
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January 2, 2026 at 3:00 PM
Look back at 2025 through the lens of Banner staff photographer Martin B. Cherry.
Love this story about one of the Wright Middle mariachis and everything he's carrying on his young shoulders.
Fernando, a 7th grader at Wright Middle in South Nashville, has big dreams. He wants to speak up for “people who don’t get the voice.” He’ll have to overcome the challenges of his neighborhood, but no one would bet against him.
✏️ : @mikeiereiland.bsky.social
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✏️ : @mikeiereiland.bsky.social
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December 30, 2025 at 4:43 PM
Love this story about one of the Wright Middle mariachis and everything he's carrying on his young shoulders.
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Did you know our podcast has a secret?
Special Episode: 'The Final Question' - Nashville Banner
At the end of every episode, there's a little Easter egg: We ask our guest to reach into a fish bowl and pull "the final question."
nashvillebanner.com
December 28, 2025 at 6:17 PM
Did you know our podcast has a secret?
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Breaking: Independent investigation into scathing whistleblower complaint against Metro Nashville Police Dept concludes in most cases there was no evidence of alleged misconduct – that includes claim that top Nashville police lobbied to eliminate police oversight.
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Butler Snow report clears MNPD of misconduct allegations - Nashville Banner
An investigation clears the Metro Nashville Police Department of misconduct allegations. Report finds no evidence of wrongdoing or policy violations.
nashvillebanner.com
December 22, 2025 at 11:40 PM
Breaking: Independent investigation into scathing whistleblower complaint against Metro Nashville Police Dept concludes in most cases there was no evidence of alleged misconduct – that includes claim that top Nashville police lobbied to eliminate police oversight.
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"This promise of an AI future, is really just a collective anxiety that wealthy people have about how well they're gonna be able to control us in the future."
- @tressiemcphd.bsky.social with an absolute mic drop moment about AI bullshit.
Incredible words.
Listen to all of it!
- @tressiemcphd.bsky.social with an absolute mic drop moment about AI bullshit.
Incredible words.
Listen to all of it!
December 19, 2025 at 12:24 PM
"This promise of an AI future, is really just a collective anxiety that wealthy people have about how well they're gonna be able to control us in the future."
- @tressiemcphd.bsky.social with an absolute mic drop moment about AI bullshit.
Incredible words.
Listen to all of it!
- @tressiemcphd.bsky.social with an absolute mic drop moment about AI bullshit.
Incredible words.
Listen to all of it!
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Parents and educators patrolled bus stops, drove students home from school and checked in on immigrant families last week as reports of ICE activity in Nashville circulated. These efforts have continued across Nashville public schools to keep students safe and inform them of their rights.
ICE actions have Nashville teachers, administrators doing more - Nashville Banner
Families and educators across Nashville do what they can to protect students during ICE activity in the city, raising awareness and seeking long-term solutions.
nashvillebanner.com
December 16, 2025 at 2:34 PM
Parents and educators patrolled bus stops, drove students home from school and checked in on immigrant families last week as reports of ICE activity in Nashville circulated. These efforts have continued across Nashville public schools to keep students safe and inform them of their rights.
It's the final day of the @nashvillebanner.bsky.social year-end campaign. Thanks to everyone who's helped get us this far, and if you're able to give or even become a member, it would mean a lot. Help us reach our new stretch goal of $55k!
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December 15, 2025 at 9:14 PM
It's the final day of the @nashvillebanner.bsky.social year-end campaign. Thanks to everyone who's helped get us this far, and if you're able to give or even become a member, it would mean a lot. Help us reach our new stretch goal of $55k!
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Santa is everywhere this time of year. One of those Santas is Clarksville’s Shedrich Webster, who gives back to the community in many ways — including serving as Middle Tennessee’s premiere Black Santa.
Listen to the story:
Listen to the story:
Black Santa Coalition founder Shedrich Webster on his mission - Nashville Banner
Shedrich Webster, Nashville's premier Black Santa, founded the Santas of Color Coalition to support and train Black Mr. and Mrs. Clauses.
nashvillebanner.com
December 15, 2025 at 2:42 PM
Santa is everywhere this time of year. One of those Santas is Clarksville’s Shedrich Webster, who gives back to the community in many ways — including serving as Middle Tennessee’s premiere Black Santa.
Listen to the story:
Listen to the story:
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As ICE activity appeared to ramp up around Nashville on Wednesday, local rapid response groups raced to keep up with incoming messages.
Getting clear information about what had happened or was happening — who was taken and by whom — was complicated, given the federal agency’s tactics.
Getting clear information about what had happened or was happening — who was taken and by whom — was complicated, given the federal agency’s tactics.
Reports of renewed ICE activity in Nashville raise concerns - Nashville Banner
Multiple reports of ICE activity, with people taken in unmarked vehicles, in Nashville cause alarm and uncertainty among immigrant communities.
nashvillebanner.com
December 11, 2025 at 4:57 PM
As ICE activity appeared to ramp up around Nashville on Wednesday, local rapid response groups raced to keep up with incoming messages.
Getting clear information about what had happened or was happening — who was taken and by whom — was complicated, given the federal agency’s tactics.
Getting clear information about what had happened or was happening — who was taken and by whom — was complicated, given the federal agency’s tactics.
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Nisolo promised ethical fashion before it went broke. Its former Peruvian factory workers are still waiting to be paid, Amal Ahmed reports. The handmade leather shoe brand was a darling of ethical fashion. Then it all came crashing down & workers were left without severance payments.
Nisolo former factory workers waiting for severance after foreclosure sale
The handmade leather shoe brand was a darling of ethical fashion. When it all came crashing down, workers in Peru did not receive severance
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December 9, 2025 at 10:37 PM
Nisolo promised ethical fashion before it went broke. Its former Peruvian factory workers are still waiting to be paid, Amal Ahmed reports. The handmade leather shoe brand was a darling of ethical fashion. Then it all came crashing down & workers were left without severance payments.
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the original gift link to the story has expired, so here’s another one. I worked on this for 2+ years and learned so much from the dozens of birth mothers who shared their experiences in open adoption.
December 9, 2025 at 3:07 PM
the original gift link to the story has expired, so here’s another one. I worked on this for 2+ years and learned so much from the dozens of birth mothers who shared their experiences in open adoption.
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Hey folks 👋 I'm the reporter who revealed immigration agents detained 170+ citizens this year
My fellowship w/ProPublica has been incredible, but it wraps January. I'm looking for my next gig. Please reach out to share leads & opportunities! nicolemfoy@gmail.com
www.propublica.org/people/nicol...
My fellowship w/ProPublica has been incredible, but it wraps January. I'm looking for my next gig. Please reach out to share leads & opportunities! nicolemfoy@gmail.com
www.propublica.org/people/nicol...
Nicole Foy
ProPublica is an independent, non-profit newsroom that produces investigative journalism in the public interest.
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December 8, 2025 at 9:02 PM
Hey folks 👋 I'm the reporter who revealed immigration agents detained 170+ citizens this year
My fellowship w/ProPublica has been incredible, but it wraps January. I'm looking for my next gig. Please reach out to share leads & opportunities! nicolemfoy@gmail.com
www.propublica.org/people/nicol...
My fellowship w/ProPublica has been incredible, but it wraps January. I'm looking for my next gig. Please reach out to share leads & opportunities! nicolemfoy@gmail.com
www.propublica.org/people/nicol...