Tennessee opioid crisis

Tennessee Lawmaker Pushes Ibogaine Research Bill to Address PTSD and Opioid Addiction

Apr 07, 2026 at 09:19 pm by WGNS News

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – State Rep. Bryan Terry, R-Murfreesboro, has proposed legislation to allow Tennessee to participate in ibogaine research for individuals suffering.... Read More

Opioid Epidemic in Tennessee: Addiction Tied to Mental Health and More

Jul 22, 2025 at 03:50 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - While opioids continue to serve as a lifeline for thousands of patients with legitimate medical needs, blaming prescribers alone can oversimplify a com.... Read More

Drug Overdoses Continue, But Numbers See Slight Year-After-Year Decrease in Rutherford County

Apr 09, 2025 at 06:10 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - Drug overdoses continue to be a common occurrence throughout Murfreesboro, though the numbers are not necessarily rising. Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Chief Mar.... Read More