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Rutherford County Sees Safer July 4th Holiday as Statewide Traffic Fatalities Drop

Jul 07, 2025 at 05:41 pm by WGNS

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. (WGNS) – Rutherford County residents traveling U.S. 70 and nearby roadways experienced a much safer Independence Day travel period this yea.... Read More

WGNS Podcast: Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department Fire Chief Warns of Rising House Fires, Urges Motorcycle Awareness and More

May 09, 2025 at 08:50 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - On this episode of The WGNS Action Line, host Scott Walker is joined by Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Chief Mark McCluskey to discuss recent trends and safety co.... Read More

Cupid's Broken Arrow: Don’t Break the Law or Let Emotions Interfere with Driving

Feb 13, 2025 at 11:08 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - This Valentine’s Day, nothing says love like swerving while trying to steal a kiss from your significant other, especially if you’ve just w.... Read More

THP and Traffic Task Force to Target Impaired Drivers This Friday

Jan 13, 2025 at 04:37 pm by WGNS Radio News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY,  TN, - The Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP) will conduct a sobriety checkpoint on Friday, Jan. 24, along Rutherford Boulevard between Broad Street and Ch.... Read More

Could It Really Be TRUE?

Jan 03, 2025 at 01:16 pm by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN - The City Public Works Division is ready to battle ice and snow with brand new snow plows and a new purchase of 1,000 tons of salt. For the outstanding.... 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

Aiming for Zero Roadway Fatalities - Fatal Accidents vs Population Growth in Rutherford County

Dec 09, 2024 at 10:48 pm by WGNS News

Rutherford County, TN - Fatal accidents in Rutherford County have increased over the years, outpacing the region's population growth. In 2010, the county had a population of a.... Read More

UPDATE: SUV Catches Fire on I-24 in Murfreesboro, No Serious Injuries Reported

Dec 04, 2024 at 06:57 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - A small gray SUV caught fire in Murfreesboro on Interstate 24 Tuesday morning, leaving the vehicle a total loss. The incident occurred around 10:00 AM in th.... Read More

Heartfelt Tributes Pour In for Murfreesboro Cyclist Killed on His Way to Work

Nov 16, 2024 at 04:46 pm by WGNS News

Rutherford County, TN - A tragic accident on the Old Nashville Highway near Creekmont Drive claimed the life of a Murfreesboro resident early Friday morning. Jonathan Hamilton.... Read More

Authorities Warn of Speeding Dangers After Fatal Accidents on Hwy 231 South

Aug 30, 2024 at 09:40 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Speeding has been identified as a major factor in the tragic death of a motorcyclist on U.S. Highway 231 South (Shelbyville Highway) in recent weeks,.... Read More

Deputies to Use Enforcement and Education to Slow Down Speeders

Jul 10, 2024 at 04:28 pm by WGNS News

One person died in a traffic crash where speeding was the contributing factor this year with five people dying from traffic crashes involving speeding last year in Rutherfor.... Read More

Franklin Mourns: Tragic Loss of Elizabeth 'Ellie' Sims, FSU Sophomore

May 14, 2024 at 10:46 pm by Chandelar Williams

Tallahassee, FL - On the evening of April 29th, tragedy struck as 20-year-old Elizabeth "Ellie" Sims, a sophomore at Florida State University (FSU) and a proud native of Frank.... Read More

Update: New Traffic Signal Operational at Robert Rose Dr. and Gateway Blvd

Feb 20, 2024 at 01:59 pm by Chandelar Williams

Murfreesboro, TN - UPDATE - The recently installed traffic signal at the intersection of Robert Rose Drive and Gateway Boulevard became fully opertaional at 9:30AM today, Febr.... Read More

Accident on Old Salem Road Leaves Bicyclist Seriously Injured

Feb 13, 2024 at 10:48 am by Chandelar Williams

Murfreesboro, TN - In a recent incident on Old Salem Road, a collision between a pickup truck and a bicyclist has resulted in serious injuries to the cyclist. The accident occ.... Read More

Murfreesboro PD Launches Safer Streets Campaign

Feb 07, 2024 at 07:40 pm by Chandelar Williams

MURFREESBORO, TN - The Murfreesboro Police Department is initiating a new Traffic Safety Education & Enforcement Campaign, titled "Safer Drivers, Safer Streets." Michael.... Read More

Driving Statistics Highlight Road Safety Concerns in Rutherford County as 2023 Comes to a Close

Dec 28, 2023 at 10:03 pm by WGNS News

    RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - As the year draws to an end, driving statistics for Rutherford County reveal both areas of improvement and causes for concern. Accordin.... Read More