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Missed Grand Jury? Probably Not — Sheriff Warns of Phone Scam Using Official Number

Mar 16, 2026 at 09:41 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. — In what could best be described as the latest attempt by scammers to separate people from their money, criminals are now spoofing the Rutherfo.... Read More

UPDATE: Murfreesboro Police Warn of Bitcoin Scam That Has Cost Victims Nearly $4 Million

Mar 16, 2026 at 09:25 am by WGNS News

UPDATED: MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — The Murfreesboro Police Department is warning residents about a growing cryptocurrency scam that has already cost victims nearly $4 millio.... Read More

Resident Suffers Minor Burns in Murfreesboro House Fire

Mar 15, 2026 at 05:07 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Fire crews in Murfreesboro responded to a residential fire that caused exterior damage to a home Sunday, while one resident sustained minor burns..... Read More

UPDATE: TBI Investigating Officer-Involved Shooting Following Road Rage Call in Smyrna

Mar 15, 2026 at 04:58 pm by WGNS News

SMYRNA, Tenn. — An investigation is underway after a road rage call in Smyrna escalated into an officer-involved shooting late Thursday morning, leaving one suspect woun.... Read More

Driver Arrested After Suspicious Incident Behind La Vergne Police Department

Mar 15, 2026 at 04:44 pm by WGNS News

LAVERGNE, Tenn. — A late-night incident behind the La Vergne Police Department ended with a suspect in custody and multiple criminal charges after officers responded to.... Read More

Tennessee Still Among Top 10 States for Marijuana Possession Arrests Despite Decline

Mar 15, 2026 at 04:05 pm by WGNS Radio News

TENNESSEE — A new national analysis shows Tennessee remains among the top states in the country for marijuana possession arrests, despite a steady decline in enforcement.... Read More

MTSU–Nissan Partnership Helps Employees Turn Experience Into Degrees

Mar 14, 2026 at 09:51 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) - Tracey Bowden didn’t return to school because she needed a new career. She returned because she wanted to grow. Already an accomplished human.... Read More

Rhapsody in Red, White, and Blue Set to Close Out TPO's Season #44

Mar 14, 2026 at 08:32 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) - The Tennessee Philharmonic Orchestra is gearing up for its final performance of Season 44, and it’s shaping up to be a night Murfreesboro mus.... Read More

Sumner County Man Convicted on 14 Child Sex Abuse Charges Could Face Hundreds of Years in Prison

Mar 13, 2026 at 08:15 pm by WGNS News

Sumner County, Tenn. — A Hendersonville man could face the rest of his life behind bars after a Sumner County jury convicted him on multiple charges tied to the sexu.... Read More

“Go Green, Breathe Clean”: Rutherford County Earth Day Event Set for April in Downtown Murfreesboro

Mar 13, 2026 at 09:48 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Preparations are underway for Rutherford County’s 25th Annual Earth Day Celebration, which will bring environmental education,.... Read More

Free School Breakfast and Lunch to Continue in Murfreesboro City Schools

Mar 13, 2026 at 09:19 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN — Murfreesboro City Schools has announced its policy for free and reduced-price meals for children served in schools under the National School Lunch P.... Read More

Titans lean into Tennessee pride with sweeping new rebrand

Mar 12, 2026 at 08:42 pm by WGNS News

NASHVILLE, TN (WGNS) — The Tennessee Titans turned Thursday night (March 12, 2026) into a full-scale celebration of what lies ahead, unveiling a complete franc.... Read More

Middle Tennessee Growth and Infrastructure Challenges to Be Discussed at MTSU Forum

Mar 12, 2026 at 04:36 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Rapid population growth across Middle Tennessee — and the opportunities and challenges that come with it — will take center stage lat.... Read More

Murfreesboro Mayor Highlights Road Projects, New Lowe’s Proposal, and School Literacy Effort

Mar 12, 2026 at 11:29 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN – WGNS recently sat down with Murfreesboro Mayor Shane McFarland to discuss the city's progress on several fronts. During the conversation,.... Read More

Dr. John Hodge Jones Remembered as Visionary Leader Who Shaped Murfreesboro City Schools...Died at age 89

Mar 10, 2026 at 05:21 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) - Dr. John Hodge Jones, a man whose name became synonymous with educational innovation in Murfreesboro, passed away peacefully on March 8, 2026, at t.... Read More

Smyrna Man Indicted on First-Degree Murder Charges Following Father’s Death

Mar 09, 2026 at 03:02 pm by WGNS

SMYRNA, Tenn. (WGNS) - A Rutherford County grand jury has handed down a first-degree murder indictment against a 36-year-old man in connection with the January death of his fa.... Read More

Rutherford County Gas Prices Climb Above $3 as Crude Oil Surge

Mar 09, 2026 at 11:59 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. — Gas prices are climbing again across Tennessee, with the average price for a gallon of regular unleaded now sitting at $3.09 in Rutherford Cou.... Read More

Updated: Additional Records and Timeline Surface in Investigation of Murfreesboro Man Charged by Grand Jury

Mar 09, 2026 at 11:52 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - UPDATE: At the request of 16th Judicial District Attorney General Jennings Jones, special agents with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation launched.... Read More

LPD: Early Sunday Morning Confrontation with Armed Male behind Police Department

Mar 08, 2026 at 09:06 pm by WGNS News

La VERGNE, TN (WGNS) - An early‑morning incident behind the La Vergne Police Department turned into a tense and potentially dangerous situation after officers encountered a.... Read More

Deadline to Buy Tickets for Historical Society's "Show and Tell" is WEDNESDAY at Oaklands Mansion!

Mar 08, 2026 at 03:07 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) - One of the Rutherford County Historical Society’s most popular traditions is almost here, and if you’re not already a member, now’s.... Read More