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Probation Violator Allegedly Leads Police on Hours-Long Chase in Stolen Vehicle

Jul 03, 2025 at 09:41 am by WGNS News

NASHVILLE, TN - A convicted felon with a lengthy criminal history is facing new charges after allegedly leading officers on a slow-speed pursuit through multiple jurisdictions.... Read More

La Vergne Ranks #1 as “Freest City” in Tennessee for Pro-Business, Low-Tax Approach

Jul 03, 2025 at 09:33 am by WGNS

La Vergne, TN - La Vergne has once again claimed the title of Tennessee’s “Freest City,” topping the 2025 City Freedom Index published by the Beacon Cen.... Read More

New to the area? 4 local Rutherford County Independence Day Celebrations!

Jul 03, 2025 at 08:59 am by WGNS

Celebrate Independence Day at home in Rutherford County: Maybe you just moved into the area and are not familiar with hometown traditions and local places of family-fun. Here.... Read More

Hot Weather Highlights the continued Need for ACs and Box Fans in Rutherford County

Jul 02, 2025 at 10:29 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN – Hot weather continues to stick around, along with the humidity. In fact, it will only get hotter as the weekend nears, according to the Nati.... Read More

Mother-Daughter Team Delivers Joy to AdamsPlace with Life-Like Animals

Jul 02, 2025 at 10:20 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - On Tuesday, WGNS learned how robotic animals are creating moments of joy and comfort for elderly residents that live right here in Murfreesboro. A mother-an.... Read More

Property Assessor Rob Mitchell: Rising Property Values Signal Rutherford’s Economic Strength

Jul 02, 2025 at 07:50 pm by WGNS

Rutherford County, TN - Property values in Rutherford County are on the rise, and for Property Assessor Rob Mitchell, the numbers confirm what locals have known for years.... Read More

La Vergne Police Chief Leads Aggressive Crime Crackdown in Operation Safe Streets

Jul 02, 2025 at 07:33 pm by WGNS

La Vergne - In a sweeping show of enforcement muscle, La Vergne Police Chief Christopher Moews (pronounced Mays) has intensified his department's efforts to drive down cr.... Read More

All Seven Suspects in Murfreesboro Drive-By Shootings Now in Custody

Jul 02, 2025 at 07:05 pm by WGNS

Click Here for Complete UPDATE on this news article. Murfreesboro, TN - Authorities have confirmed the arrest of the final outstanding suspect tied to a series of retali.... Read More

What Is the Educator Voice?

Jul 02, 2025 at 06:13 pm by WGNS

What will tomorrow's educator be? JC Bowman, Executive Director of Professional Educators of Tennessee, was asked that question. He responded in this Op-Ed piece. .... Read More

Rutherford County Secures Historic Third AAA Bond Rating from S&P Global Ratings

Jul 02, 2025 at 05:59 pm by WGNS

Rutherford County, TN - Rutherford County has achieved a rare financial milestone by earning a third AAA bond rating, this time from S&P Global Ratings. With this des.... Read More

Vanderbilt Alzheimer’s Center Named NIH Center of Excellence with $25M Grant

Jul 02, 2025 at 07:46 am by WGNS

Nashville, TN - The Vanderbilt Memory and Alzheimer’s Center (VMAC) has been awarded a $25 million, five-year Center of Excellence grant from the National Institute.... Read More

What You Need to Know About Fireworks Laws in Rutherford County Before July 4th

Jul 02, 2025 at 12:02 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — As Independence Day approaches, excitement is building across Rutherford County. Fireworks are a beloved part of the celebration—but before l.... Read More

Whispers of Hippie Hill: The Magic, The Myths, The Man Who Made It Real

Jul 02, 2025 at 12:00 am by WGNS News

HIPPIE HILL - It could almost be described as a candy store — filled with all the variety of flavors that life has to offer. Some described the atmosphere as welcoming a.... Read More

New Tennessee Law Criminalizes Harboring Undocumented Immigrants; Legal Challenges Expected

Jul 01, 2025 at 07:23 pm by WGNS

Tenn. (WGNS) – Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee has signed SB 0392/HB 0322 into law, making it a crime to hide or transport undocumented individuals—a move that expands the.... Read More

New Tennessee School Safety Curriculum Targets Teacher Misconduct

Jul 01, 2025 at 07:13 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) – The Tennessee State Board of Education has approved a new personal‑safety curriculum as part of a sweeping statewide response to educator mi.... Read More

Elderly Victims Identified in International Cyber Fraud; Memphis Man Charged

Jul 01, 2025 at 02:46 pm by WGNS Radio News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. – A coordinated investigation involving multiple federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies has led to the arrest of a Memphis man accus.... Read More

UPDATED: Two Tragic Drownings Reported at Percy Priest Lake in One Week

Jul 01, 2025 at 07:10 am by WGNS News

UPDATE: The body of a man who went missing near Percy Priest Lake last week has been recovered. According to Metro Nashville Police, 27-year-old Willy Fernando Godoy Ramirez l.... Read More

Rep. Bryan Terry Thanks Longtime Assistant, Welcomes New Legislative Aide

Jun 30, 2025 at 04:46 pm by WGNS Radio News

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – State Rep. Bryan Terry, R-Murfreesboro, announced a key staff transition in his Nashville office, as longtime assistant Megan Dix steps down and Alexa.... Read More

Fatal Crash Claims Life of Watertown Man; Speed and Seatbelt Use in Question

Jun 30, 2025 at 03:49 pm by WGNS Radio News

DAVIDSON COUNTY, Tenn. — A Sunday afternoon collision at the intersection of Thompson Lane and Southlake Drive in Davidson County has claimed the life of a 47-year-old m.... Read More

UPDATE: Murfreesboro Woman Killed in I-24 Crash; Driver Charged with Vehicular Homicide

Jun 30, 2025 at 01:43 pm by WGNS News

UPDATED: NASHVILLE, TN - WGNS has new information about the tragic crash in Nashville that left a Murfreesboro woman dead early Sunday morning. Metro Police have now identifie.... Read More