Audio Play/Pause Button Listen Live

Double Whammy: Increased Fire Risks Amid Freezing Temps and Flammable Furniture

Jan 09, 2025 at 04:41 pm by WGNS News

INTERVIEW: RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN — With temperatures remaining extremely low, the Rutherford County Fire and Rescue Department is reporting an increase in fire call.... Read More
Slideshow

Murfreesboro Homeowner Evacuates Safely, But Pets Die in Residential Fire

Jan 09, 2025 at 09:24 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN — An overnight fire in a local neighborhood has left a family in mourning after their three dogs perished in the blaze. Murfreesboro Fire Rescue respond.... Read More

Beware: Scammers Think You’ll Pay Bond at Bitcoin Kiosks

Jan 08, 2025 at 10:01 pm by WGNS News

Rutherford County, TN – In case you were wondering, U.S. District Courts are definitely not in the business of asking people to pay bond payments at Bitcoin kiosks. Shoc.... Read More

VA Tennessee Valley Healthcare System Winter Weather Closure

Jan 08, 2025 at 09:01 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Due to the anticipated winter weather, all VA Tennessee Valley Healthcare System outpatient clinics and administrative offices will be closed Jan. 10 &.... Read More

Building the Future: School Director Jimmy Sullivan Discusses New High School Plans and More in Rutherford County

Jan 08, 2025 at 08:49 pm by WGNS News

INTERVIEW: RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - As the Rutherford County School System negotiates land purchases for constructing a new high school, the costs associated with building.... Read More

A Tale of Two Press Conferences: A Commentary in Professionalism by Dr. Larry Burriss

Jan 08, 2025 at 10:33 am by WGNS News

Commentary: Examining and contrasting is an efficient tool for journalism professors, and it’s also important for students to understand news coverage and all that goes.... Read More

City Workshop: Daylighting of Town Creek and New Murfreesboro Sports Authority to Sell Advertising Campaigns and Naming Rights Within Local Parks

Jan 08, 2025 at 12:32 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Picture yourself at a child’s t-ball game, where a huge billboard at the entrance promotes Doberman Auto Sales with the catchy slogan: &ldquo.... Read More

Tennessee Drops from 18th to 39th Best State for Entrepreneurs in 2025

Jan 07, 2025 at 12:18 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - A new study has revealed that Tennessee has fallen significantly in rankings for entrepreneurs, now placed at No. 39 in 2025, a stark decline from its.... Read More
Slideshow

Shooting at Lebanon Walmart Leads to Arrest of 27-Year-Old Man

Jan 07, 2025 at 07:51 am by WGNS News

Lebanon, TN - This past weekend, a shooting incident at the Walmart Supercenter in Lebanon, Tennessee, has drawn significant attention after law enforcement confirmed the arre.... Read More

Appeal Filed by Father Convicted of Killing His Autistic Son in Tennessee

Jan 06, 2025 at 09:04 pm by WGNS News

  Joseph Ray Daniels, a 35-year-old man sentenced to life in prison for the tragic killing of his five-year-old autistic son, Joseph Clyde Daniels III, has filed an appe.... Read More

U.S. Senator from TN Raises Alarms Over FBI's Diversity Priority Following New Year’s Day Terror Attack

Jan 06, 2025 at 06:10 pm by WGNS News

In the wake of the tragic terrorist attack in New Orleans on New Year’s Day, U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) has expressed her grave concerns regarding the FBI's.... Read More

Electric Auto Advantages: How Much Are You Really Saving in Tennessee?

Jan 06, 2025 at 10:38 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - While WGNS routinely reports the weekly fluctuations in gas and diesel prices for the state of Tennessee, we don’t highlight the price of recharg.... Read More

Prices for Filling Up in Tennessee: Where Nostalgia Meets Nausea at the Fuel Pump

Jan 06, 2025 at 07:21 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Tennessee continues to shine brightly as one of the top 10 cheapest states to fill up your gas tank—how fortunate! Currently, gas prices in the V.... Read More

Transforming Lives: The Impact of Seeds of Praise on Youth

Jan 03, 2025 at 06:23 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - Join WGNS’ Scott Walker as he sits down with Dr. Terrance Haynes, a passionate advocate for youth empowerment and the founder of Seeds of Praise, a tr.... Read More

The District Attorney’s Show: Road Rage, Murders, and Cold Cases

Jan 03, 2025 at 07:00 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Welcome to the monthly District Attorney’s Show, hosted by retired District Attorney J. Paul Newman. This podcast provides listeners with an in-d.... Read More
Slideshow

Dramatic Vehicle Crash into Chelsea Place Apartments - No Serious Injuries Reported

Jan 02, 2025 at 10:15 pm by WGNS News

Murfreesboro, TN – A shocking accident unfolded at the intersection of Middle Tennessee Boulevard and Bradyville Pike when a small white SUV crashed into the Chelsea Pla.... Read More
Slideshow

Multiple Fire Calls to Include Fireworks, Wiring and Space Heaters Keep Murfreesboro Fire Fighters Busy

Jan 02, 2025 at 09:48 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - As winter temperatures drop, local fire departments are experiencing a rise in fire-related calls, prompting the Murfreesboro Fire & Rescue Department (.... Read More

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

Dec 26, 2024 at 11:11 am 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

Rutherford County Area Habitat Celebrates Building 200 Houses in Rutherford County

Dec 17, 2024 at 08:15 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. - Rutherford County Area Habitat for Humanity (RCHFH) is excited to celebrate having built 200 affordable houses in Rutherford County with an event at.... Read More
Slideshow

Thieves Steal Christmas Trees from Local Boy Scout Troop

Dec 15, 2024 at 01:36 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO - The holiday spirit took a hit in Rutherford County when nearly 100 Christmas trees were stolen from Boy Scout Troop 197’s lot in the middle o.... Read More