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UPDATE: Fatal Shooting in Murfreesboro at Campus Crossing Apartments

Dec 07, 2020 at 10:49 am by WGNS

(MURFREESBORO) - UPDATE: Murfreesboro Police detectives continue to investigate a shooting that left one man dead and another one injured at Campus Crossings Apartments t.... Read More

Long-time Murfreesboro Police Dept. Sergeant retires after nearly three decades

Dec 07, 2020 at 09:56 am by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – Murfreesboro Police Department (MPD) Sergeant Sam Campbell retires after 28 years of dedicated service.“I’m thankful for Sgt. Campbell&.... Read More

MPD Issued "SILVER ALERT" CANCELLED

Dec 07, 2020 at 07:51 am by WGNS

(MURFREESBORO)   A Silver Alert that was issued for 82-year-old Johnnie Driver has been CANCELLED.  Murfreesboro Police originally issued the ale.... Read More

Wendy's Manager Arrested and Accused of Biting Employee

Dec 03, 2020 at 10:22 am by WGNS

An odd situation allegedly unfolded at a Wendy’s restaurant in Murfreesboro. A manager is accused of biting an employee at the restaurant on Memorial Boulevard. The inc.... Read More

MTSU equestrian team ‘driven’ to successful fall season

Dec 03, 2020 at 09:59 am by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — The Middle Tennessee State University equestrian team was driven to success at two regional Intercollegiate Horse Shows Association events this fal.... Read More

Study Shows Murfreesboro, Nashville, Franklin, TN Areas Rank Best Places for Women Entrepreneurs

Dec 03, 2020 at 09:56 am by WGNS

While women have made strides in many areas of the business world, there’s a significant gender gap when it comes to entrepreneurship. In fact, the rate of working-age w.... Read More

Five People Indicted in Connection to a 2019 Wilson County Homicide

Dec 03, 2020 at 09:42 am by WGNS

An investigation by Special Agents with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has resulted in the indictment and arrest of multiple individuals stemming from a 2019 homicide i.... Read More

Special Kids and Other Non-Profits Benefit on Giving Tuesday

Dec 03, 2020 at 08:59 am by WGNS News

It is hard to believe what can take place for the good in as little as 24-hours.  During this year's Giving Tuesday campaign that took place earlier this week, non-profit.... Read More

Six Rutherford County Schools Switch to Distance Learning

Dec 03, 2020 at 08:23 am by WGNS News

James Evans with the Rutherford County Schools confirmed more changes due to COVID-19. Now, several more schools are switching to distance-learning only as opposed to in-class.... Read More

Ascension Saint Thomas expands online mental health and counseling services

Dec 03, 2020 at 07:30 am by WGNS

Ascension Saint Thomas, part of Ascension, is increasing access to essential mental health and counseling services for those in our communities who need it most. Ascension Onl.... Read More

Silent Carriers of COVID-19

Dec 03, 2020 at 07:16 am by WGNS

Dr. Julian Yang, Chief Medical Officer of St. Thomas Rutherford Hospital described the basic symptoms of COVID-19...Again, about 10% of those with the coronavirus, don't even.... Read More

Shoplifting and Theft Typically Increase Around Christmas Season

Dec 02, 2020 at 11:33 am by WGNS

This time of year brings with it an increase of shoplifting. Murfreesboro Police Spokesperson Larry Flowers told WGNS that some thieves have been bold enough to fill a shoppin.... Read More

11 Murders and Approximately 120 Suicide, Overdose, Unknown Cause of Death Cases in Murfreesboro

Dec 02, 2020 at 11:15 am by WGNS

Murfreesboro Detectives continue to actively work cases involving shootings and murders. Detective James Abbott in the Violent Crimes Unit reported some of the numbers for 202.... Read More

MTSU students help local, world artists promote peace on UN’s day for people with disabilities

Dec 02, 2020 at 09:51 am by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — MTSU speech and dance students are helping to help mark the United Nations’ International Day of Persons with Disabilitie.... Read More

Cannonsburgh Village Offers Free Drive Through Light Display

Dec 02, 2020 at 09:27 am by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – Cannonsburgh Village will be transformed into a Christmas Village, and the community is invited to visit. The free event begins Friday, Decemb.... Read More

Plainview Elementary School set to open in August 2021

Dec 02, 2020 at 08:23 am by WGNS

A new school in Rutherford County will be open for the next school year. Plainview Elementary School near the Plainview Road and Sledge Road intersection is currently under co.... Read More

Missing Person FOUND!

Dec 01, 2020 at 07:30 pm by WGNS

(MURFREESBORO)  Police report that 39-year old Kristy Michelle Nickens was found safe in neighboring Nashville.  A missing person report was filed on.... Read More

Murfreesboro Police Looking for Man in Suspected Attempted Shoplifting Incident

Dec 01, 2020 at 06:46 pm by WGNS

The Murfreesboro Police Department has issued a BOLO (Be On the Lookout) for a subject caught on camera allegedly attempting to steal merchandise from Lowe's. MPD detectives.... Read More

Child Abandonment and Neglect in Rutherford County are Real Issues

Dec 01, 2020 at 11:06 am by WGNS

Abandonment and neglect are forms of child abuse, but the lack of reporting such issues are also a problem. Rutherford County Juvenile Court Judge Donna Scott Davenport pleade.... Read More

TNStars to give $5,000 Scholarship this Holiday Season

Dec 01, 2020 at 09:54 am by WGNS

In the spirit of the season, the TNStars® College Savings 529 Program is again giving one Tennessee child a $5,000 scholarship awarded into a TNStars® account.For the.... Read More