Single-Vehicle Crash Claims Unidentified Man in Nashville

Dec 17, 2024 at 04:03 pm by WGNS Radio News

NASHVILLE, TN - An unidentified man was killed Sunday night at 9 p.m. in a single-vehicle fiery crash in the 1700 block of Lebanon Pike (HWY 70) in Nashville. Authorities are.... Read More

Police Intensify Patrols to Ensure Safe Holidays in Murfreesboro

Dec 17, 2024 at 03:51 pm by WGNS Radio News

MURFREESBORO, TN - As the holiday season approaches, the Murfreesboro Police Department (MPD) is actively engaging in the "Booze It and Lose It" initiative in partnership with.... Read More

Community Kindness: Church Group Delivers Christmas Cheer to Local Seniors

Dec 17, 2024 at 03:15 pm by WGNS Radio News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY – The Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office extended heartfelt gratitude to the River Oaks Church Life Group for their generous contribution, which.... Read More

UPDATE: Speed and Alcohol Linked to Destructive High-Speed Crash on Lebanon’s Downtown Square

Dec 17, 2024 at 03:03 pm by WGNS Radio News

LEBANON, Tenn. – An early Sunday morning crash in Lebanon’s downtown square left multiple businesses and city infrastructure damaged after a vehicle went airborne,.... Read More

Appeal Dismissed: Christiana Murder Convictions Upheld

Dec 16, 2024 at 06:50 pm by WGNS Radio News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Last week, the Tennessee Supreme Court denied Vernice Darlene Farrar's appeal to revisit her case after being convicted of the kidnapping and first-deg.... Read More

Masked Protests and First Amendment Rights – The Chickenman Case in Smyrna

Dec 16, 2024 at 05:28 pm by WGNS Radio News

Commentary: The enduring legacy of "Chickenman," a character originally from a 1960s pseudo radio drama, and how that character now has ties to Smyrna, Tennessee - - where a p.... Read More

Murfreesboro Police Intensify Search for Gunman in Saturday Hotel Shooting

Dec 16, 2024 at 04:24 pm by WGNS Radio News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – Murfreesboro Police continue their intensive investigation into a violent shooting incident that occurred late Saturday night outside the Clarion I.... Read More

Holiday Cheer: Gas Prices Slide—Easier on the Wallet or Just a Tease

Dec 16, 2024 at 01:34 pm by WGNS Radio News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - In the great state of Tennessee, you will have a little more jingle in your pocket as you begin to mingle for the holidays.  The miraculous news t.... Read More

Investigation into Cyber Disruption in Rutherford County Schools Continuing

Dec 16, 2024 at 12:53 pm by WGNS Radio News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - As previously reported, the Rutherford County Schools faced a significant network and systems disruption on November 25, 2024. Since then, efforts to r.... Read More

Former Practicing Physician in TX Indicted on Child Sexual Exploitation Charges for Case with Middle Tennessee Victim

Dec 16, 2024 at 06:22 am by WGNS Radio News

MIDDLE Tenn. - An indictment was unsealed late last week in the Middle District of Tennessee charging a Texas man for child sexual exploitation offenses. According.... Read More

Herders and Mules: Arrest Includes 4 from Murfreesboro in Alleged $20-Million Money Laundering Scheme

Nov 29, 2024 at 11:54 am by WGNS Radio News

NASHVILLE, TN — The United States yesterday unsealed an indictment in Nashville, Tennessee, charging nine members of a multi-state money laundering organizatio.... Read More

UPDATE: Veterans Parkway Fatal Crash Involved Blackman High Students

Oct 23, 2024 at 02:42 pm by WGNS Radio News

(MURFREESBORO) - A tragic car crash in Murfreesboro claims the life of a 14-year-old Blackman student. Three others were injured in the Tuesday morning crash. According to Mu.... Read More

Murfreesboro City Manager Darren Gore, Council to cut ribbon for new connector bridge over West Fork Stones River, dedicate Tommy Bragg Drive

Oct 21, 2024 at 02:58 pm by WGNS Radio News

SEE UPDATED NEWS ARTICLE ON NEW BRIDGE / ROADWAY HERE. MURFREESBORO, Tenn — Murfreesboro City Manager Darren Gore and the City Council will gather, Tuesday, Oct. 22, 20.... Read More

UPDATED: Driver With Outstanding Sexual Assault Warrant Shot After Firing at Rutherford County Deputies

Oct 17, 2024 at 12:21 pm by WGNS Radio News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - UPDATED - The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation will continue looking into a shooting that involved deputies from the Rutherford County Sheriff’s.... Read More

Rutherford County GIS Department Supports Hurricane Helene Efforts

Oct 09, 2024 at 05:22 pm by WGNS Radio News

Rutherford County, TN  -  Rutherford County Geographic Information System (GIS) services is supporting Hurricane Helene efforts in east Tennessee.  Washington.... Read More

Local Fire Department Teams Up with NFPA for Fire Prevention Week 2024

Oct 07, 2024 at 04:39 pm by WGNS Radio News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – The Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department (MFRD) is partnering with the National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®) to promote Fire Prevent.... Read More

Federal Indictment Filed After $50K ATM Theft in Murfreesboro: Three Texas Men Charged

Oct 07, 2024 at 04:06 pm by WGNS Radio News

MURFREESBORO,  TN  - A federal grand jury has indicted three men from Houston, Texas, in connection with a daring ATM theft in Murfreesboro. Robert Bailey, Jr., 24,.... Read More

AAA: Safety Tips to Help Tennesseans Prepare for Helene

Sep 26, 2024 at 03:18 pm by WGNS Radio News

As Hurricane Helene heads toward Tennessee, AAA is issuing some important safety reminders for drivers in anticipation of heavy rain in some parts of the state. &ld.... Read More

Student escapes injury during incident at school

Sep 19, 2024 at 05:15 pm by WGNS Radio News

Student escapes injury during incident at school One student escaped injury when a 12-year-old boy allegedly poked him in the back with a sharpened toothbrush Thursday at Sie.... Read More

Charitable organizations encouraged to apply for new year of grant funding for FY25-26

Sep 19, 2024 at 12:56 am by WGNS Radio News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — The Murfreesboro Committee on Contributions of the Murfreesboro Community Investment Trust invites eligible charitable applicants to once agai.... Read More