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Heroic Rescue on I‑24: Deputies and Bystander Save Man from Burning Car

Dec 01, 2025 at 02:47 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - It was a tense Saturday evening on Interstate 24 when a routine drive turned into a life‑or‑death emergency. Around 4:40 p.m. on November 29, 2025, near the.... Read More
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Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Responds to I-24 Crash--2 trapped, 1 critical

Nov 28, 2025 at 10:36 am by WGNS

Rutherford County, TN - The extended Thanksgiving weekend has kept Middle Tennessee roads busy, with traffic surging as families travel, shop, and gather. For emergency respon.... Read More
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Darkness and Rush Hour: A Risky Mix for Drivers

Nov 18, 2025 at 06:37 am by WGNS News

Rutherford County, TN - “Drive smart this season — don’t let a crash steal your holiday cheer.” That message rings especially true after a busy Monday.... Read More

Firefighter Jackson Pepper Saves Trapped Cat, Brings Smiles and Happiness!

Nov 16, 2025 at 10:21 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - Over the weekend, Murfreesboro Fire-Rescue crews answered many calls for help, but one rescue carried a special kind of joy. Firefighter Jackson Pepper spra.... Read More

Tuesday Night Fiery Crash on I-840 Shuts Down Eastbound Lane Near Exit 55

Oct 21, 2025 at 05:58 am by WGNS News

Murfreesboro, TN - It was a tense and fiery scene on I-840 Tuesday night (10/20/2025) near Exit 55 (Highway 41-70), when a two-car crash left one vehicle engulfed in flames. E.... Read More
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MTE and Fire-Rescue Respond Swiftly After Tree Limb Sparks Blaze

Oct 19, 2025 at 04:02 pm by WGNS News

Murfreesboro, TN - One of the purposes of a news story is to satisfy your curiosity—and a Sunday (10/19/2025) afternoon event certainly stirred plenty of that. Just afte.... Read More
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Two-SUV's Crash Beside Judicial Center Injures Two

Oct 03, 2025 at 03:35 pm by WGNS News

Murfreesboro, TN - A sunny Friday afternoon (10/3/2025) in Murfreesboro took a sudden turn when two SUVs collided at the intersection of North Walnut and West Lytle Streets, r.... Read More

Atmos Energy, Fire Rescue on Scene of Murfreesboro Gas Leak

Oct 02, 2025 at 05:07 pm by WGNS News

Murfreesboro, TN - A ruptured gas line has prompted an emergency response in Murfreesboro this afternoon, causing major traffic disruptions near the heart of the city. The ca.... Read More
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UPDATE: Pedestrian Hit Saturday Night Near MTSU Football Game

Sep 20, 2025 at 10:16 pm by WGNS News

UPDATE Sunday 9/21/2025 @ 3:10PM: A female pedestrian was struck by a vehicle on Middle Tennessee Boulevard in Murfreesboro, directly in front of the Shell Convenience St.... Read More
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Tuesday AM Fire on E. Burton St.--Resident flown by LifeFlight to Vanderbilt

Aug 12, 2025 at 07:53 am by WGNS News

UPDATED: Murfreesboro, TN - An early Tuesday (8/12/2025) morning fire at 417 E. Burton Street, seriously injured a male in the home. He was first taken to the ER at Saint Thom.... Read More

Murfreesboro Firefighters Boost Health and Readiness Through Groundbreaking Wellness Program

Jul 19, 2025 at 04:55 am by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN - Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department is taking bold new steps to support the physical and mental well-being of its firefighters. Backed by a federal Ass.... Read More
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Late night 4th of July Blaze on Park Avenue in 'Boro

Jul 05, 2025 at 08:09 am by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN - Late Friday night on the Fourth of July, Murfreesboro Fire-Rescue Department crews were dispatched to a warehouse at 820 Park Avenue where flames were.... Read More

Dump Truck Explosion at New Salem Highway Construction Site

Jun 26, 2025 at 09:13 am by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN - Murfreesboro Fire-Rescue crews rushed to a New Salem Highway construction site Tuesday (6/24/2025) afternoon in response to reports of an explosion tha.... Read More
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Quick Action by Murfreesboro Firefighters Contains Early Morning House Fire

Apr 21, 2025 at 06:17 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Firefighters with the Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department (MFRD) responded swiftly to a residential blaze early Sunday morning on Britannia Way, he.... Read More

Fire, Floods & Overdoses: Inside Murfreesboro Fire Rescue with Chief McCluskey

Apr 09, 2025 at 11:03 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - On this episode of the WGNS Action Line, host Scott Walker sits down with Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Chief Mark McCluskey to break down a busy month for MFRD..... Read More

Murfreesboro Firefighters Complete Intensive HazMat Training

Apr 01, 2025 at 10:19 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN – Firefighters with the Murfreesboro Fire & Rescue Department (MFRD) have been hard at work over the past two weeks, with 18 members completing a ri.... Read More

Three Injured in Veterans Parkway Rollover Crash

Mar 24, 2025 at 11:33 pm by Chandelar Williams

MURFREESBORO,TN - Emergency crews responded to Veterans Parkway Monday evening after a vehicle overturned, trapping three occupants inside.   Murfreesboro Fire Rescue D.... Read More

Seconds Matter: Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department Calls for Responsible Parking

Mar 24, 2025 at 02:02 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – The Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department (MFRD) is issuing an important reminder to residents and business owners: keep streets and emergency access.... Read More
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Homes Saved After Murfreesboro Fire Crews Prevent Further Spread of Grass Fire on Tuesday

Mar 12, 2025 at 09:51 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN – Thanks to the swift response of the Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department (MFRD) on Tuesday, a large grass fire threatening newly built homes was quickl.... Read More

Murfreesboro Fire Rescue: Leveraging Technology for Safer Operations

Mar 03, 2025 at 06:20 pm by WGNS News

PODCAST: Join us in this episode of the WGNS Action Line with host Scott Walker. Today, we delve into cutting-edge technology transforming firefighting and rescue operations..... Read More