WGNS News

Bicyclist Hospitalized After South Church Street Crash in Murfreesboro

Jul 01, 2026 at 10:22 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. - Traffic backed up on South Church Street Wednesday afternoon after a bicyclist and an SUV were involved in a crash near the intersection of South Ch.... Read More

COMMENTARY: Dr. Larry Burriss Looks at Banned Books and the Freedom to Read

Jul 01, 2026 at 09:48 pm by WGNS News

COMMENTARY: As Independence Day weekend approaches, MTSU journalism professor Dr. Larry Burriss is taking a closer look at freedom of thought, public debate, and the continuin.... Read More

More Details: Woman Found Dead in College Grove Subdivision; Suspect Taken Into Custody

Jul 01, 2026 at 09:12 pm by WGNS News

COLLEGE GROVE, Tenn. -  A homicide investigation is underway just over the Rutherford County line in College Grove, where Williamson County Sheriff’s O.... Read More

Main Street Murfreesboro and County Mayor Clash Over Courthouse Concert Setup

Jun 25, 2026 at 11:43 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. (WGNS News) - The tension over whether Friday Night Live’s stage should be on the west side or east side of square boiled over Thursday evenin.... Read More

UPDATE: Florida Man Arrested After SUV Pursuit from South Church Street to Burnt Knob Road

Jun 17, 2026 at 03:45 pm by WGNS News

Additional Updates: MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS News) - On Tuesday (06/16/2026), WGNS reported on a multi-agency police pursuit that began after a Murfreesboro Police officer re.... Read More

UPDATE - CAUGHT: Man Accused in Lebanon Bank Robbery and Murfreesboro Robbery Attempt Apprehended

Jun 17, 2026 at 02:02 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS News) - UPDATE: The hunt is now over for what appears to be a serial bank robber who, on Tuesday, allegedly robbed one bank and tried to rob another.... Read More

UPDATE | Murfreesboro Police Use Drone to Catch Attempted Murder Suspect

May 14, 2026 at 04:22 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - A Murfreesboro Police drone pilot helped officers capture a man accused of shooting into a home with several people inside. The incident happened.... Read More

*NEW INFORMATION* Murfreesboro To Host Homecoming Parade & Concert For American Idol Finalist Jordan McCullough

May 06, 2026 at 08:35 am by WGNS News

UPDATE on Tonights Parade and change of venue for the FREE concert - The Show Must Go On! Listen to our interview for the latest information:  The parade will still.... Read More

Rutherford County Website Offers Access to Challenged and Restricted Library Books

May 05, 2026 at 08:26 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS)- A Murfreesboro-based website is offering residents a way to request delivery of books that organizers say have been banned, challenged, restricted.... Read More

Trial Delayed in Child Abuse Case, Murfreesboro Singer Hits American Idol Top 5 & $5K Scam Warning | Apr. 29, 2026

Apr 29, 2026 at 04:45 am by Dalton Barrett

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: A high-profile Rutherford County trial involving Benjamin and Chantel Garlic—facing 20.... Read More

Severe Weather Threat, Low Early Voting Turnout & Arrests in Armed Robbery Case | Apr. 27, 2026

Apr 27, 2026 at 04:45 am by Dalton Barrett

Monday, April 27, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: Rutherford County braces for a multi-day severe weather threat, with damaging winds expected ove.... Read More

UPDATE | Rutherford County Facing Two Rounds of Severe Weather Monday & Tuesday

Apr 26, 2026 at 06:47 pm by Rutherford Weather

SCROLL DOWN FOR MORE INFORMATION RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. (WGNS) - The National Weather Service and Storm Prediction Center are tracking a multi-day severe weather threat for.... Read More

Brace for Severe Weather Chances in Rutherford County

Apr 22, 2026 at 03:51 pm by Rutherford Weather

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. (WGNS) - Our quiet spring is coming to an end as two separate storm systems target Rutherford County and Middle Tennessee. Local residents need to sta.... Read More

Rutherford County Principal Named Finalist for Wilson County Schools Director

Apr 21, 2026 at 03:23 pm by WGNS

LEBANON, Tenn. (WGNS) - A prominent Rutherford County educator is in the running to lead a neighboring school district. The Wilson County Board of Education and its Human Reso.... Read More

High Winds Knock Out Power and Topple Trees Across Rutherford County

Apr 16, 2026 at 10:07 pm by Rutherford Weather

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. (WGNS)- Thunderstorms scraped through Rutherford County on Thursday leaving behind a trail of minor damage and utility disruptions. High winds reachin.... Read More

Remembering Murfreesboro's Resilience: April 10th, 2009 Good Friday Tornado

Apr 10, 2026 at 08:46 pm by Rutherford Weather

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - It has been 17 years since a violent tornado changed the landscape of Murfreesboro. On April 10th, 2009, a violent weather system tore thro.... Read More

MTCS Girls Basketball Head Coach Shala Ferrell Resigns After Successful Season

Apr 07, 2026 at 03:40 pm by Primetime Sports

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - Middle Tennessee Christian School (MTCS) announced on Tuesday that Shala Ferrell has resigned from her position as the head coach of the girls bas.... Read More

Structure Fire Disrupts Traffic, Gas Prices Surge, and New Hands-Free Crackdown Begins | Mar. 30, 2026

Mar 30, 2026 at 04:45 am by Dalton Barrett

Monday, March 30, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: Traffic disruptions in Murfreesboro after a structure fire near Leaf Avenue and East Clark Boule.... Read More

TDOT Announces New I-24 Ramp Construction and Holiday Work Suspension

Mar 26, 2026 at 05:40 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) — The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) has announced a new phase of construction for Interstate 24 that will specifically target.... Read More

La Vergne Police Unveil New Patrol Design Featuring High School Logo

Mar 26, 2026 at 01:54 pm by WGNS

LA VERGNE, Tenn. (WGNS) — The La Vergne Police Department has unveiled a new patrol vehicle design that will feature the LaVergne High School “L” logo on eve.... Read More