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PODCAST with Commissioner Craig Harris: Continued Explosive Growth in Rutherford County, the Opioid Fight Progresses and a Missed $12 Million Grant

Jul 30, 2026 at 03:39 pm

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. (WGNS News) - On this episode of the WGNS Action Line with host Scott Walker he begins the conversation with Congressman John Rose, who discusses th.... Read More

Rutherford Unemployment Rises, Jail Site Debate Intensifies & Cherry Lane Expansion Advances | July 24, 2026

Jul 24, 2026 at 04:45 am

Friday, July 24, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: Rutherford County’s unemployment rate increased to 3.1% in June but remained below Tennesse.... Read More

Permanent Daylight Saving Time Advances, Jail Decision Looms and MTSU Launches Presidential Search | July 15, 2026

Jul 15, 2026 at 04:45 am

Wednesday, July 15, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: The U.S. House approves the Sunshine Protection Act, advancing a proposal to make daylight sav.... Read More

Rutherford County Commission Faces Multi-Million Dollar Decision on Jail Facilities This Week

Jul 14, 2026 at 05:23 pm

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - The Rutherford County Commission tackles a massive decision this Thursday regarding the future of the county's jail infrastructure. County leader.... Read More

UPDATE: Second Suspect Arrested in Murfreesboro Armored Truck Robbery

Apr 24, 2026 at 08:10 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - Murfreesboro police detectives, in coordination with the Metro Nashville Police Department and the FBI, have arrested a second suspect in connection with th.... Read More

Mayor Carr Eyes "No New Taxes" Goal Despite 30% Health Insurance Hike for Rutherford County (Photos and Audio)

Apr 23, 2026 at 02:32 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO-TENNESSEE - As Rutherford County officials enter the final weeks of the 2026 budget cycle, Mayor Joe Carr has revealed that the county is staring down a roughly $.... Read More

PODCAST: Rutherford County Sheriff’s Forum: The Race for Public Safety

Mar 31, 2026 at 09:59 pm by WGNS News

Sheriff Political Forum (Click Play Above to Listen) - In this special election edition of the WGNS Action Line, host Scott Walker moderates a high-stakes political forum fe.... Read More

Rutherford County Man Indicted on Child Exploitation Charges Following TBI Investigation

Feb 16, 2026 at 02:30 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY –Special agents assigned to the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation’s Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Squad have arrested and.... Read More

Rutherford County in Need of a New Adult Detention Center as Inmate Population grows

Jan 28, 2026 at 04:13 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. — The Rutherford County Adult Detention Center has undergone significant changes over the years, evolving alongside a county that continues to.... Read More

Murfreesboro Man Jailed After Chilling Online Threats Target Local School

Jan 22, 2026 at 07:30 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) — A Murfreesboro man is in custody after allegedly posting online threats of violence directed at a local school, authorities said. Police id.... Read More

Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office Moves Forward with ICE Memorandum of Understanding

Sep 01, 2025 at 12:08 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN – The Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office (RCSO) is moving forward with a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to work with the U.S. Immigration.... Read More

La Vergne Police Stop Illegal Street Race, Arrest Two After Pursuit

Jul 22, 2025 at 01:14 pm by WGNS News

LA VERGNE, TN — A high-speed drag race through city streets ended with two drivers behind bars during the early morning hours of a Friday, as La Vergne police reportedly.... Read More