The Debate Over Social Media Age Ban – Commentary by Dr. Burriss, an MTSU Professor

Dec 13, 2024 at 05:00 pm by WGNS News

COMMENTARY: Australia has introduced a law requiring social media platforms to take reasonable steps to prevent children under the age of 16 from creating accounts, aiming to.... Read More

Tennessee Housing Report Shows Market ‘Stable’ with ‘Steady Growth’ Statewide

Dec 13, 2024 at 04:22 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Tennessee’s housing market showed “steady growth” for the third quarter as home prices continue to rise throughout the state, tho.... Read More

The Art of Shoplifting and Loss Prevention Expertise in Murfreesboro (and 2 Garfield Ornament’s)

Dec 13, 2024 at 04:04 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. - It was just another peaceful Saturday afternoon in Murfreesboro when the Walmart on Memorial Boulevard became the scene of a riveting heist involving two.... Read More

Man Wanted for Sexual Assault in Custody

Dec 13, 2024 at 07:00 am by WGNS News

NASHVILLE, Tenn. - Dejuan Moore, 23, who was wanted on two counts of aggravated rape, three counts of aggravated assault and three counts of kidnapping for a November 24 attac.... Read More

Do You Know This Man? Police Investigate Debit Card Fraud

Dec 12, 2024 at 11:31 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - Murfreesboro police are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a man captured on security footage in connection with a stolen debit card in.... Read More

Drinking, Driving, and a Free Ride Home on New Year's

Dec 12, 2024 at 11:13 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. - New Year’s Eve transitioning into New Year’s Day has historically been a dangerous time for drivers on area roadways, as far too many in.... Read More

Drinking, Driving, and Legal Accountability: A Conversation with John Day

Dec 12, 2024 at 10:54 pm by WGNS News

In this episode, attorney John Day joins host Scott Walker to discuss the grave dangers of drinking and driving, shedding light on the tragic outcomes that often result, inclu.... Read More

$890K Grant to Support Tennessee’s Shift to Zero-Emission Trucks

Dec 12, 2024 at 09:14 pm by WGNS News

TENNESSEE - As President Joe Biden prepares for his departure, multiple federal departments are announcing end-of-year initiatives. One of these, the EPA’s Clean Heavy-D.... Read More

Murfreesboro Police Seek Suspects in $3,900 Dick’s Sporting Goods Theft

Dec 12, 2024 at 08:14 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. - The Murfreesboro Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying three individuals captured in surveillance photos at Dick&rsqu.... Read More

Investigation Continues After Two-Vehicle Crash on Franklin Road - Charges Pending

Dec 12, 2024 at 09:55 am by WGNS News

UPDATE: MURFREESBORO, Tenn. - The Tennessee Highway Patrol has released more details about a Wednesday morning accident that occurred at the intersection of Franklin Road (Hig.... Read More

Thursday: Hadley England

Dec 12, 2024 at 09:15 am by WGNS News

WGNS Slick Pig BBQ Birthday Winner: Hadley EnglandThe birthday club winner receives Slick Pig's delicious banana pudding. Just stop by Slick Pig in Murfreesboro at 1920 East M.... Read More

Thursday: Emma Shupp

Dec 12, 2024 at 09:14 am by WGNS News

WGNS Good Neighbor of the Day for Thursday, December 12th, 2024 Emma Shupp is today’s Good Neighbor of the Day for offering great care during a recent sickness. Emma Sh.... Read More

From Lone Star to Lone Lowe’s: Senior’s Heist Ends with 1,746 No-Go Zones

Dec 11, 2024 at 02:04 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN – Move over, Ocean’s Eleven; we have a new contender for the title of most daring heist—except this one stars a 68-year-old Texan, a pocket-.... Read More

Population Growth and Business Survivability Both Positive in Rutherford County

Dec 11, 2024 at 01:05 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Starting a business in Tennessee might be a daunting task, but according to a recent study, the odds are looking better than you’d think. A promi.... Read More

THP Investigates Collision on Fortress Boulevard and Highway 96

Dec 11, 2024 at 11:59 am by WGNS News

Franklin Road (Highway 96) at Fortress Boulevard has reopened following a serious two-car accident on Wednesday morning in Murfreesboro. The Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP), al.... Read More

Will the Fog Lift After the Holiday Hurt? Coping with SAD and Depression

Dec 11, 2024 at 11:24 am by WGNS News

As the holiday season unfolds, feelings of joy and celebration are often contrasted by a wave of depression that seems to rise for many. For some, it stems from the absence of.... Read More

Enrollment in TN Colleges of Applied Technology Increased 19 Percent

Dec 10, 2024 at 11:35 pm by WGNS News

Total enrollment in the Tennessee Colleges of Applied Technology (TCATs) increased to 44,723 during academic year 2023-24 – a 19 percent increase over the previous year.... Read More

From Fire Extinguishers to Fake Texts: A Hotel Heist in Murfreesboro

Dec 10, 2024 at 11:24 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN – In a plot worthy of an award-winning sitcom, an overzealous hotel employee unknowingly embarked on a chaotic mission to outsmart nonexistent FedEx woe.... Read More

Council Workshop to Tackle Sports Authority Funding and Public Records Policy

Dec 10, 2024 at 09:56 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN – 30 Minutes before noon this coming Thursday, the Murfreesboro City Council will convene for a Regular Workshop meeting at the Murfreesboro Municipal A.... Read More

Asher Sullivan's Family Donates Stuffed Animals to Hospital, Emergency Responders to Give to Kids

Dec 10, 2024 at 03:32 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Asher Sullivan loved and collected stuffed animals from national parks and other places he visited with his family. “He always wanted a stuffed.... Read More