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State Audit Finds No Reportable Problems Inside Tennessee Attorney General’s Office

Jul 01, 2026 at 10:39 am by WGNS News

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WGNS News) - A newly released performance audit from the Tennessee Comptroller of the Treasury found no findings or observations after reviewing.... Read More

UPDATED: Plea Hearing Set in Murfreesboro Case Centered on Alleged Unlawful Photography by Long-Time Realtor

Jul 01, 2026 at 12:22 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. (WGNS News) - Aggravated Sexual Exploitation of a Minor is one of the charges a longtime Rutherford County real estate agent is scheduled to face when.... Read More

Authorities Warn of Sophisticated Scam Using Fake Federal Law Enforcement Calls

Jun 30, 2026 at 07:26 pm by WGNS News

WILLIAMSON COUNTY, Tenn. (WGNS News) - A neighboring Middle Tennessee county is warning residents about a sophisticated scam involving someone impersonating a federal law enfo.... Read More

Crippling Heat Index Readings as Extreme Heat Warning Extended Through Friday

Jun 30, 2026 at 03:15 pm by Rutherford Weather

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. (WGNS) - Local emergency officials are issuing an urgent call for safety as a punishing heatwave locks in Rutherford County for a multi-day stret.... Read More

MTSU Announces Campus Closures For Independence Day Weekend

Jun 30, 2026 at 02:48 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - Middle Tennessee State University is preparing for the Independence Day national holiday by closing its campus for a long weekend. The closure aff.... Read More

Veterans Parkway Closures Set to Disrupt Murfreesboro Traffic Starting July 6

Jun 30, 2026 at 02:44 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - Roadwork will soon trigger significant detours for Murfreesboro drivers. The Tennessee Department of Transportation will close portions of Veteran.... Read More

K-9 Sergeant issues urgent pet safety warning as triple-digit heat waves hit Middle Tennessee

Jun 30, 2026 at 02:34 pm by WGNS

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. (WGNS) - Local authorities are sounding the alarm as a dangerous heat wave settles over Middle Tennessee. The National Weather Service placed Rutherfo.... Read More

Lunch‑Hour School Bus Crash Draws Concern From Passing Drivers

Jun 30, 2026 at 01:04 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) - A small Rutherford County School bus and a Volkswagen Jetta were involved in a midday crash Tuesday (6/30/2026) in the 1000 block of North Highland A.... Read More

UPDATED: Murfreesboro Kicks Off America 250 Celebration with Mural Dedication and Friday Night Live

Jun 29, 2026 at 11:33 pm by WGNS News

Main Street Murfreesboro - Main Street Murfreesboro will celebrate Independence Day weekend and launch the city’s America 250 celebration with a special Friday Night L.... Read More

Online Predators Targeting Children: TBI Urges Parents to Talk Before a Crisis Happens

Jun 29, 2026 at 11:28 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS News) - The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation is renewing a warning that parents, teachers, coaches and caregivers in Rutherford County should t.... Read More

Ongoing Signal Outage Causes Traffic Delays Near Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford

Jun 29, 2026 at 11:12 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. - Drivers traveling through Murfreesboro’s medical district should expect delays after a traffic signal at Medical Center Parkway and Arnhart Dr.... Read More

Rob Mitchell Seeks Investigation After Alleged Social Media Monitoring of Family Member

Jun 29, 2026 at 11:09 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS News) - Rutherford County Assessor of Property Rob Mitchell is calling for an independent investigation after he says he learned that a Tennessee Div.... Read More

Rutherford County K9 Program Gets Boost as Deputies Track Opioids, Meth and Illegal Drug Shipments

Jun 29, 2026 at 10:35 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS News) - For the first time, the Rutherford County Opioid Board recently approved a grant for the Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office to purcha.... Read More

Three Arrested After 13 Vehicle Burglaries Reported at Murfreesboro Apartment Complexes

Jun 29, 2026 at 05:44 pm by WGNS News

UPDATED: MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS News) - Murfreesboro police have arrested three people, including a 15-year-old, in connection with the alleged burglary of more than.... Read More

Stones River Students Capture National Title Winning 2026 Great Race X Cup Division

Jun 28, 2026 at 09:48 pm by WGNS News

PASADENA, CA (WGNS) - The Stones River Racing Team — a tight‑knit student group from Murfreesboro — has officially won the 2026 Great Race X‑Cup Division, but the.... Read More

Extreme Heat Warning Prompts Safety Alerts Across Rutherford County

Jun 28, 2026 at 02:06 pm by Rutherford Weather

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. (WGNS) - Rutherford County is bracing for a dangerous stretch of weather as the first official heatwave of 2026 arrives. The National Weather Servic.... Read More

Tennessee Pharmacists Association Celebrates Dr. Rick Sain’s Lifetime of Service

Jun 27, 2026 at 10:47 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) - A local pharmacist known for his leadership, community spirit, and decades of service is receiving one of the highest honors in his profession..... Read More

Friday Night Live to Kick Off Independence Weekend with New Civic Landmark

Jun 27, 2026 at 06:46 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) - Downtown Murfreesboro is about to gain a brand‑new landmark, and it’s one built tile by tile by the hands of local residents. This coming.... Read More

Celebrate AMERICA 250 at home in Rutherford County

Jun 27, 2026 at 10:11 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN (WGNS) - Rutherford County doesn’t require anyone to pack up the car and drive hours to find a great Fourth of July celebration. This year’s.... Read More

License Plate Readers Lead Police to 20-Year-Old Stolen Car Suspect

Jun 27, 2026 at 09:11 am by WGNS News

MT. JULIET, TN (WGNS) - High technology is taking a big bite out of crime these days, and some offenders are learning that lesson the hard way. More than a few have described.... Read More