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Second Chances in Tennessee: Legal Aid Society Helps Formerly Incarcerated Rebuild Their Lives

May 09, 2025 at 03:10 pm by WGNS News

MIDDLE TENNESSEE — One in three adults in the United States has a criminal record — whether it’s an arrest, conviction, or incarceration. That staggering num.... Read More

Two Murfreesboro City Schools Earn Prestigious STEAM Recognition, Advancing District's Innovation Goals

May 09, 2025 at 12:42 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN – Murfreesboro City Schools continues its push toward district-wide innovation and excellence, as two of its schools celebrate major achievements in Sci.... Read More

Advanced Security Measures Set for Rutherford County Schools in Upcoming School Year

May 09, 2025 at 12:19 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - A new layer of protection is being added to school buildings throughout Rutherford County… That was Chief Communications Officer James Eva.... Read More

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Farmers Market celebrates 50th Anniversary every Tue. and Fri. 7AM-1PM at Lane Agri-Park

May 09, 2025 at 07:43 am by WGNS

Murfreesboro, Tenn. - The Rutherford County Farmers Market is now officially 50-Years old. When the market opened on Friday morning, May 9, 2025, the Agricultural Extensi.... Read More

MTE Launches Smart Thermostat Program to Cut Costs and Prevent Blackouts

May 09, 2025 at 06:30 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Hot summer days are just around the corner, and Middle Tennessee Electric is teaming up with the Tennessee Valley Authority to roll out a new program t.... Read More

MTSU Honors Four Media Trailblazers at 2024 Wall of Fame Induction

May 09, 2025 at 06:15 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Middle Tennessee State University’s College of Media and Entertainment recently inducted four extraordinary alumni into its prestigious.... Read More

White Smoke, White Smoke, White Smoke--New Pope is from USA

May 08, 2025 at 03:18 pm by WGNS

Vatican City--According to CBS Radio News over WGNS, on Thursday (May 8, 2025) the Conclave at Vatican City sent up plumes of white smoke! The cardinal electors of the Catholi.... Read More

MTSU Professor Charged with Theft, Forgery, and Official Misconduct After State Investigation

May 08, 2025 at 02:14 pm by WGNS

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. (WGNS) — A joint investigation by the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) and the Tennessee Comptroller of the Treasury has led to.... Read More

Local United Way to Host United in Spirits Fundraiser

May 08, 2025 at 01:57 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) — United Way of South Central Tennessee invites the community to its signature fundraising event, United in Spirits, on Friday, May 17, f.... Read More

City Schools' Dr. Trey Duke Named Mid-Cumberland Superintendent of the Year

May 08, 2025 at 01:51 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) — Dr. Trey Duke, Director of Murfreesboro City Schools, has been named the Mid-Cumberland Superintendent of the Year by the Tennessee Org.... Read More

Man Arrested in Chapel Hill Area and Charged in 2023 Fatal Hit-and-Run in Nashville

May 08, 2025 at 11:39 am by WGNS News

NASHVILLE, TN - After more than two years of investigation, Metro Nashville Police Department (MNPD) officials have arrested 25-year-old Torion Bean Jr. in connection with the.... Read More

Tennessee Unveils Historic Transportation Funding Boost Without Raising Taxes

May 08, 2025 at 11:20 am by WGNS News

For the first time, Tennessee’s annual budget includes recurring General Fund dollars dedicated to transportation, a move set to transform infrastructure development acr.... Read More

CAC helps adults who were abused as children

May 08, 2025 at 10:32 am by WGNS

Murfreesboro, Tenn. - This report is one man's experience about being sexually abused as a teen by a coach at school. WGNS makes every effort to present all sides of each stor.... Read More

Deputy in Cheatham County, TN Charged in TBI Rape Case

May 08, 2025 at 10:06 am by WGNS Radio News

CHEATHAM COUNTY – A former Cheatham County Sheriff’s deputy is facing serious criminal charges following an investigation by special agents with the Tennessee Bure.... Read More

Armed Burglar Targets Blackman Neighborhood, Steals Purses and Credit Cards

May 08, 2025 at 09:57 am by WGNS

BLACKMAN, Tenn. (WGNS) — A string of overnight vehicle burglaries rocked the Blackman community early Tuesday, with home surveillance video capturing at least one suspec.... Read More

Ascension St. Thomas Rutherford continues its salute to NURSES!

May 08, 2025 at 06:58 am by WGNS

Murfreesboro, Tenn. (May 8, 2025): National Nurses Week is coming to a close, but the appreciation for healthcare workers in the Rutherford County area is far from ove.... Read More

Dominating MTSU Stock Horse Team Wins 2025 National Championship in Texas

May 07, 2025 at 04:21 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) — The Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU) stock horse team has been crowned the 2025 National Intercollegiate Ranch and Stock Horse Assoc.... Read More

MPD Investigating Fatal Crash Involving Bicyclist on MLK Jr. Blvd

May 07, 2025 at 04:15 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) — The Murfreesboro Police Department (MPD) is investigating a fatal crash involving a bicyclist that occurred Sunday. According to inves.... Read More

MTSU Celebrates Major Student Awards, 2024–25 Bolt Honors, and Introduces New SGA Officers