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Big Rigs Crash 4:20AM Saturday on I-840

Jul 29, 2023 at 07:48 am by WGNS

(MURFREESBORO)  The Tennessee Highway Patrol is investigating a pre-dawn crash on I-840 between two 18-wheelers around 4:20AM Saturday morning (7/29/2023).  Early r.... Read More

Ram's Hots Days Road News

Jul 29, 2023 at 07:03 am by WGNS

(MURFREESBORO) In looking at the next week of 'Boro weather, I see temps as high as 95, but mostly in the cool mid 80s! That's comfortable compared to many other places. Murfr.... Read More
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Friday Morning KY Crash--Murfreesboro Man

Jul 29, 2023 at 06:31 am by WGNS

(CADIZ, KY) A Murfreesboro man has been charged with multiple offenses after allegedly driving in the wrong direction on I-24 at the westbound 60-mile marker in Trigg County,.... Read More

VA Tennessee Valley Healthcare System Receives 4-Star CMS Quality Ratings

Jul 28, 2023 at 05:28 pm by WGNS News

VA Tennessee Valley Healthcare System (TVHS) received a 4-star rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) on July 26 for the first time. TVH.... Read More

Suspect Arrested for Alleged Threats of Mass Violence Against a Murfreesboro School

Jul 28, 2023 at 02:22 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – A man from Hendersonville, Tennessee has been arrested and charged with threats of mass violence after allegedly making a threat to “shoot up.... Read More

42-Year-Old Arrested on 17-Counts of Sexual Exploitation of a Minor

Jul 28, 2023 at 11:37 am by WGNS News

BEDFORD COUNTY, TN - In Bedford County, authorities have made an arrest in an ongoing Sexual Exploitation of a Minor investigation (T.C.A. 39-17-1003). The arrest came after a.... Read More

Smyrna Rosenwald School in Rutherford County featured in exhibit ‘Building a Bright Future: Black Communities and Rosenwald Schools in Tennessee’ now open at the Tennessee State Museum

Jul 28, 2023 at 12:32 am by WGNS News

Building a Bright Future: Black Communities and Rosenwald Schools in Tennessee, presented in partnership with Fisk University’s John Hope and Aurelia E. Franklin Library.... Read More

Smyrna Again has the Lowest Unemployment Rate in Rutherford County

Jul 28, 2023 at 12:27 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Jobless data is in for the state of Tennessee. Rutherford County is ranked as having the 4th lowest unemployment rate in Tennessee at 3%. Tying with Ru.... Read More

UPDATE: Middle Point Landfill Confirms Willingness to Absorb Cost of March 31 - April 1 Tornado Debris Disposal Made by the County

Jul 27, 2023 at 11:31 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN – WGNS has an update on the disposal of storm debris in Rutherford County and why the county mayor was surprised to receive a bill for the waste be.... Read More

Rutherford County Property Assessor Proposes the Tennessee "Golden Homeowners" Tax Relief Program

Jul 27, 2023 at 08:59 pm by WGNS Radio News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - It is important we value the contributions of our long-term homeowners who have dedicated years to building vibrant communities. The current property t.... Read More

How Does Tennessee Rank with Native Golfers?

Jul 27, 2023 at 08:34 pm by WGNS Radio News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - The game of Golf... It can be a relaxing hobby, a tool for nonprofits to raise funds, a fiercely competitive sport, or the perfect backdrop to land a b.... Read More

New Organization Focuses on Providing Assistance to Individuals / Families Impacted by Alzheimer's and Dementia in Rutherford County

Jul 27, 2023 at 08:03 pm by WGNS Radio News

The Great Gatsby Foundation, a newly established non-profit organization, is dedicated to providing much-needed support and assistance to individuals and families affected by.... Read More

MTSU Growing Donor Support Leads to Record Fundraising Year for 2022-23

Jul 27, 2023 at 07:56 pm by WGNS Radio News

  MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Middle Tennessee State University followed up a record year of fundraising a year ago with growing donor support, securing a new.... Read More

Tennessee Bureau of Investigation Seeks Re-Accreditation

Jul 27, 2023 at 07:48 pm by WGNS Radio News

Final preparations are underway for the on-site assessment of the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation by representatives of the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement A.... Read More

UPDATE:Missing Teenage Girl from in Murfreesboro SAFELY LOCATED

Jul 27, 2023 at 10:35 am by WGNS News

UPDATE: According to MPD Public Information Officer Larry Flowers, 17-year-old missing/runaway juvenile Layla Humphrey was found safe in Gallatin, TN on Wednesday. Flowers sta.... Read More

Upgrades are Headed to Old Fort Park in Murfreesboro

Jul 27, 2023 at 01:28 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - Murfreesboro skateboarders will be excited to hear the city is moving closer and closer to building a skatepark in Old Fort Park. According to Parks and Rec.... Read More

DeKalb County Man Indicted for the Rape and Incest of at least 2-Children

Jul 27, 2023 at 12:42 am by WGNS News

DEKALB COUNTY, TN - In nearby Smithville, a DeKalb County man has been indicted on child sex crime charges dealing with rape. The subject was originally arrested on.... Read More
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Middle Point Landfill Said They Were Prepared to Absorb the Cost of Tornado Debris, But Sent Rutherford County a $100,000+ Bill

Jul 27, 2023 at 12:10 am by WGNS News

UPDATE: See the UPDATED News Story on this subject HERE. Previous News Article - Earlier this year on March 31st and into the early morning hours of April 1st, tornadoes.... Read More

Alleged Porch Pirate Wanted for Questioning in Shelbyville, TN

Jul 26, 2023 at 05:18 pm by WGNS News

SHELBYVILLE, TN - In Bedford County, the Shelbyville Police Department is seeking help from the public in identifying a person who has been accused of stealing Amazon packages.... Read More

Tennessee Senator Launches Bipartisan Inquiry to Address AI-Generated Child Sex Abuse Material Online

Jul 26, 2023 at 04:04 pm by WGNS News

In Washington DC, a senator from Tennessee is working to address crime against children in this everchanging technology-focused world. U.S. Senators Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.).... Read More