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Kenneth Honeycutt, U.S. History Teacher at Riverdale High School

Jul 16, 2025 at 05:01 pm by WGNS

The Doug Young Educator of the Month - sponsored by City Tile and Floor Covering on Spring Street. Nominate a teacher for Educator of the Month. Head to our website, WGNSRa.... Read More

THP Boosts Road Rage Enforcement in Rutherford County with More Troopers, Unmarked Patrol Cars

Jul 16, 2025 at 03:50 pm by WGNS

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WGNS) – The Tennessee Highway Patrol has expanded its efforts to reduce road rage and improve traffic safety in Rutherford County and statewide, by inc.... Read More

Murfreesboro Police Set Standard in School Policing with National Recognition

Jul 16, 2025 at 12:17 pm by WGNS Radio News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – The Murfreesboro Police Department’s School Safety Division (SSD) has been honored with the prestigious Model SRO Agency Award by the Nationa.... Read More

Rural Suicide Rates in Tennessee Remain Higher Than Urban Areas, Report Finds

Jul 15, 2025 at 07:13 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) – A new national report highlights a troubling disparity in suicide rates between rural and urban communities, with rural areas—includin.... Read More

MPD Talks Crime Trends, Thefts, and Public Safety on This Podcast

Jul 08, 2025 at 06:07 pm by WGNS News

PODCAST: On this episode of the WGNS Action Line, host Scott Walker is joined by Captain Clayton Williams and Public Safety Information Director Larry Flowers from the Murfree.... Read More

New TN Law Targets Teen Bullies: License Suspensions Now in Effect

Jul 07, 2025 at 05:19 pm by WGNS

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. (WGNS) – As of July 1, 2025, Tennessee’s new law imposing stricter penalties on juvenile bullying has taken effect statewide. Under the la.... Read More

ROAD CLOSURE: Blackman Road temporary closure beginning June 18

Jun 12, 2025 at 02:55 pm by WGNS Radio News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) — Motorists are advised to expect traffic interruptions and traffic controls due to the temporary closure of Blackman Road south of Manso.... Read More

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UPDATE: 2 utility poles downed, but replaced--all back to normal!

Jun 06, 2025 at 07:41 am by Producer

UPDATE MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) - A single-vehicle SUV crashed into a utility pole around 6:45AM Friday morning (6/6/2025) on NW Broad Street at Bell Jewelers. One pole w.... Read More

Martin Ridgley, 1st Grade Teacher at Hobgood Elementary

Jun 02, 2025 at 05:05 pm by WGNS

The Doug Young Educator of the Month - sponsored by City Tile and Floor Covering on Spring Street. Nominate a teacher for Educator of the Month. Head to our website, WGNSRa.... Read More

Surveillance Video Shows Suspects in Wallet Theft at Titans Tire Shop

May 29, 2025 at 12:18 pm by WGNS News

Murfreesboro, TN — Detectives with the Murfreesboro Police Department are asking for the community’s help in identifying two individuals captured on surveillance f.... Read More

⏩ 91-Year-Old Plays Taps for 85th Year at Murfreesboro Senior Living Community

May 26, 2025 at 04:00 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) – A longtime Memorial Day tradition continued Monday as 91-year-old John Wayne Hatchett performed Taps for residents at The Villages of Murfre.... Read More

Tennessee Ranks 4th Most Dangerous State in U.S. - Education Seen as Key to Safer Communities

May 15, 2025 at 07:10 pm by WGNS News

According to a recent U.S. News & World Report, Tennessee ranks fourth in the nation for violent crime rates. JC Bowman, executive director of the Professional E.... Read More

Local Attorney Arrested Following Sealed Indictment - Facing Felony Charges

May 13, 2025 at 09:23 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Local attorney Kirk Catron has been arrested on multiple charges following the issuance of a sealed indictment by a Rutherford County Grand Jury. Catro.... Read More

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Graffiti Spree in Murfreesboro Leads to Arrest With Help from Crime Data Analysts

May 13, 2025 at 02:10 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – (WGNS) – A series of graffiti vandalism incidents in Murfreesboro has come to an end, thanks in part to the behind-the-scenes work of the Mur.... Read More

WGNS Podcast: Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department Fire Chief Warns of Rising House Fires, Urges Motorcycle Awareness and More

May 09, 2025 at 08:50 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - On this episode of The WGNS Action Line, host Scott Walker is joined by Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Chief Mark McCluskey to discuss recent trends and safety co.... Read More

Vehicle Fire Temporarily Disrupts Traffic on I-24 in Murfreesboro

Apr 28, 2025 at 05:32 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – A vehicle fire briefly disrupted traffic on Interstate 24 eastbound Monday afternoon near the 83-mile marker, situated between the S. Church Stre.... Read More

UPDATE: Mystery Man Wanted for Insight Into Lawn Mower and Minibike Theft Case in Murfreesboro

Apr 28, 2025 at 05:16 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Do you know this man? Because Murfreesboro Police would very much like to have a polite chat with him regarding a recent shopping incident at Lowe&.... Read More

Rutherford County Schools Approves Controversial ‘Parental Responsibility Zones’ to Cut Transportation Costs

Apr 24, 2025 at 10:18 pm by WGNS Radio News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS ) - A controversial new transportation policy is coming to Rutherford County Schools. In a 4-to-3 vote, the school board approved “Parental Res.... Read More

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Minivan Bandits Crouch Their Way Through $8,000 Lowe’s Heist and Remembered to Not Park in Handicap Spot

Apr 22, 2025 at 12:00 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN — In what can only be described as the most polite felony of the season, Murfreesboro Police are hot on the trail of two considerate criminals who clear.... Read More

Residents, Law Enforcement Help Lead to Mattress Dumping Suspect’s Arrest

Apr 18, 2025 at 09:21 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO - Community cooperation and cutting-edge police technology led to the arrest of a Murfreesboro man charged in connection with the illegal dumping of a mattress..... Read More