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Emergency Crews Respond to Multi-Vehicle Crash on Franklin Road

Jul 10, 2025 at 07:46 am by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN - A three-vehicle crash at the intersection of Rucker Lane and Franklin Road prompted a swift and coordinated response Wednesday afternoon (7/9/2025) from t.... Read More

Guest House Burglar Causes $50K in Damage, Bites Deputy During Arrest

Jul 09, 2025 at 06:53 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — A Murfreesboro man is facing multiple charges after Rutherford County Sheriff’s deputies say he broke into a guest house, caused about $50,00.... Read More

Deputies Uncover Drugs in McMinnville Area Home; Investigation Ongoing

Jul 09, 2025 at 06:42 pm by WGNS News

McMINNVILLE, Tenn. — About 30 miles east of Rutherford County, a major drug bust in Warren County has led to one arrest, with investigators saying more charges could be.... Read More

Murfreesboro Muslim Youth Marks 10 Years of Giving Back

Jul 09, 2025 at 06:00 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — For a decade, students with Murfreesboro Muslim Youth (MMY) have been helping the homeless, feeding the needy, and spreading love in the community.... Read More

Mint-Haired “Flash” Bolts from Smyrna Store with Fresh Air Jordans

Jul 09, 2025 at 05:46 pm by WGNS News

SMYRNA, Tenn. — Well, if you thought your day was productive, just wait until you hear about one shopper who really ran her errands — literally. According to the.... Read More

Improving Head and Neck Surgery with New Dye that Helps Surgeons See Nerves

Jul 09, 2025 at 04:05 pm by WGNS News

TENNESSEE HEALTH NEWS - For the first time, a fluorescent-guided nerve imaging agent shows promise for use in humans, according to a paper published in Nature Communicati.... Read More

Rick Insell Named to Conference USA Hall of Fame Class of 2025

Jul 09, 2025 at 01:36 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) — Middle Tennessee women's basketball Head Coach Rick Insell has been selected for induction into the Conference USA (CUSA) Hall of Fame Class.... Read More

Murfreesboro Police Arrest Multiple Suspects in Series of Drive-By Shootings; 11-Year-Old Girl Injured

Jul 08, 2025 at 05:38 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Multiple arrests have occurred in recent days after a strange chain of events, all of which involved targeted shootings at groups of people. Larry.... Read More

Eagleville Vice Mayor Bill Tollett Announces Bid for Rutherford County Commission

Jul 08, 2025 at 02:12 pm by WGNS News

  Rutherford County, TN — Longtime educator and community leader William “Bill” Tollett has officially announced his candidacy for the District 8 seat.... Read More

MTSU Launches Two New Esports Degrees to Train Future Gaming Professionals

Jul 08, 2025 at 01:29 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — As the popularity of video gaming continues to explode, Middle Tennessee State University is offering two new esports concentrations this fall that.... Read More

MTSU Partners with Nashville Sounds for Military Jersey Auction to Support Local Veterans

Jul 08, 2025 at 12:54 pm by WGNS

Murfreesboro - Murfreesboro’s passion for sports and service shines once again as Middle Tennessee State University teams up with the Nashville Sounds to honor vete.... Read More

Celebrating 30 Years of Slick Pig BBQ in Murfreesboro!

Jul 08, 2025 at 11:47 am by WGNS News

Murfreesboro, TN - Today is a landmark day for the Slick Pig BBQ. On July 8, 1995, John, Jerry, and Teresa Robinson opened the doors at 1920 E Main Street, transforming.... Read More

Tennessee Tightens AI Regulations Amid National Tech Race

Jul 08, 2025 at 10:23 am by WGNS

Tennessee - As artificial intelligence surges across industries and headlines, Governor Bill Lee has signed landmark legislation regulating specific uses of AI technology.... Read More

Drone Helps Capture Suspected Arsonist After Rutherford County House Fire

Jul 08, 2025 at 10:13 am by WGNS News

Rutherford County, TN – Rutherford County Fire Rescue and the Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office were dispatched to the 4000 block of Betty Ford Road for a re.... Read More

Give Blood at Red Cross Blood Drive Friday, Save a Life and get snappy red sunglasses!

Jul 08, 2025 at 09:26 am by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN - As summer heat rises, so does the need for blood—and Murfreesboro residents have a chance to help this Friday, July 11, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the R.... Read More

LPR Technology Linking Crimes, License Plates and Cities in Tennessee

Jul 08, 2025 at 07:29 am by WGNS News

  RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Police departments throughout Middle Tennessee continue to benefit from advanced license plate reader (LPR) technology, which is proving to be.... Read More

New Program Helps Aspiring Early Educators Earn and Learn

Jul 08, 2025 at 07:00 am by WGNS News

NASHVILLE - The Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development (TDLWD) has partnered with Lipscomb University in Nashville to create the state’s first Earl.... Read More

Smyrna Police Seek Suspect in Citgo Gas Station Theft

Jul 07, 2025 at 07:42 pm by WGNS News

SMYRNA, TN — Smyrna Police are asking for the public’s help to identify a man wanted for questioning about a theft that occurred at a local Citgo gas station. Acco.... Read More

Commentary: Real Life Isn’t Always Pretty — And Neither Is the News - by Dr. Larry Burriss, MTSU

Jul 07, 2025 at 06:42 pm by WGNS News

COMMENTARY: Some of the most talked-about parts of the news today are photographs — especially those that show sad or shocking events, like people crying or images of tr.... Read More

July Leads in U.S. Lightning Deaths as Storms Threaten Rutherford County

Jul 07, 2025 at 06:16 pm by Rutherford Weather

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. (WGNS) — July marks the deadliest month for lightning strikes in the U.S., and with storms common across Middle Tennessee this time of year.... Read More