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WANTED: Joseph Dewayne Dunlap Wanted for the Nashville Murder of Golden Hairston

Jul 08, 2020 at 07:48 am by WGNS

Nashville authorities are on the lookout for a murder suspect and have released a photo of the wanted man to the media. The Nashville South Precinct detectives are asking.... Read More

Man Accused of Killing his Father due in Rutherford County Court this August

Jul 07, 2020 at 09:59 am by WGNS

Tanner Lancaster, a man accused of killing his father in Rutherford County, will appear in court this coming August.  District Attorney Jennings Jones told WGNS NEWS&hell.... Read More

Hate Crime Statistics and More from the TBI

Jul 07, 2020 at 09:44 am by WGNS

The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation released two publications, detailing the volume and nature of hate crime in Tennessee, along with one detailing violence directed toward.... Read More

Arrest made in case of Subject accused of Spitting at and Assaulting Motorcyclist

Jul 06, 2020 at 06:15 pm by WGNS

UPDATE - ARREST MADE: Murfreesboro Detectives have identified the person who allegedly assaulted and spit on a motorcycle rider at S. Church St. and Middle Tennessee Blvd. Acc.... Read More

Tennessee Army National Guard SFC Tracy Banta Presents Flag to Rutherford County EMS for Supporting Flight Paramedics

Jul 06, 2020 at 12:03 pm by WGNS

Rutherford County, TN—Rutherford County Emergency Medical Services (RCEMS) Director Carl Hudgens and staff were presented with a certificate and flag display last week i.... Read More

Man on the run after shooting ex-girlfriend at Murfreesboro apartment

Jul 06, 2020 at 09:47 am by WGNS

STILL ON THE RUN: Murfreesboro Police Department (MPD) detectives are still searching for the man who shot a woman multiple times and fled the scene early Saturday morning, Ju.... Read More

ACLU-TN Demands Halt to Seizure of Protesters’ Property

Jul 06, 2020 at 08:00 am by WGNS

The ACLU of Tennessee and Shuttleworth, PLLC sent a letter to Governor Lee today calling on the state to respect Tennesseans’ right to peacefully assemble and protest an.... Read More

The 1880's Story of a Wretched Little Boy - MTSU Professor has the Details (Audio)

Jul 06, 2020 at 07:46 am by WGNS

On July 7,  1883 a puppet was created. It was a puppet carved of wood that was described by the person who created him, a wretched boy.  carved of wood… In 19.... Read More

Be On the Lookout for Tullahoma Shooting Suspect

Jul 03, 2020 at 09:15 am by WGNS

Tullahoma, TN Police are on the lookout for a Moore County man after he allegedly shot someone in Tullahoma on Thursday (7/2/2020). Authorities say 51-year-old Benny Reese all.... Read More

Metro Nashville Police ask for help in locating a rape suspect

Jul 02, 2020 at 02:54 pm by WGNS

Nashville Metro Police are asking for the publics assistance in locating a man accused of attacking and raping a female. An arrest warrant charging attempted aggravated rape h.... Read More

Fatal Shooting investigated by TBI in Smithville

Jul 02, 2020 at 11:56 am by WGNS

Names have now been released in a fatal shooting which occurred a week ago at a residence on Carter Drive in DeKalb County, TN.The deceased has been identified as 24 year old.... Read More

State Farm Offers $25,000 Grants to Communities

Jul 02, 2020 at 08:15 am by WGNS

As a company, State Farm continues the effort to inspire and empower people to get involved in their communities by creating a positive, sustainable, and measurable social imp.... Read More

Certain Fireworks illegal in Murfreesboro, Regulated times to shoot Fireworks

Jul 01, 2020 at 11:02 am by WGNS

(PHOTO by Andy Hutchins)  Be careful as to what kind of fireworks you shoot in the city limits of Murfreesboro because some are illegal to buy and use. Both bottle r.... Read More

Bedford County Deputy Indicted on Rape Charge

Jun 30, 2020 at 02:54 pm by WGNS News

BEDFORD COUNTY – An investigation by Special Agents with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has resulted in the arrest of a Bedford County Deputy, charged with a sexu.... Read More

Man Accused of Raping a Murfreesboro Child Sentenced to 12 Years in Prison

Jun 29, 2020 at 12:17 pm by WGNS

WGNS has an update on a man who calls Murfreesboro home who was arrested for the rape of child late last year (2019).36-year-old Jose M. Secaida was captured in October of 201.... Read More