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Two Arrested Following Disturbance Near Murfreesboro Walmart

Oct 26, 2024 at 09:24 pm by WGNS News

  MURFREESBORO, TN – A situation escalated Saturday evening near the Walmart on S. Rutherford Boulevard, requiring the intervention of Murfreesboro Police. Authori.... Read More

COMMENTARY: Safeguarding Communities Through Responsible Gun Ownership - by Rep. Sparks

Oct 21, 2024 at 07:46 am by WGNS News

COMMENTARY: Tennessee has made significant progress in the last two decades to reduce overall crime statewide and protect those in our communities. Just last year, there were.... Read More

From Parks Patrol to Homeless Outreach: Officer Ridiner Receives Top Award

Oct 16, 2024 at 10:16 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – Murfreesboro Police Department (MPD) Parks Officer David Ridiner has been named, ‘Officer of the Year,’ by the Exchange Club. Exchange.... Read More

Fatal Gas Station Dispute on Joe B. Jackson Parkway Progresses Through Criminal Justice System

Oct 08, 2024 at 07:35 am by WGNS News

(MURFREESBORO, TN) UPDATE: A 9-1-1 call led Murfreesboro Police to a gas station on Joe B. Jackson Parkway this past May, where one witness said that chaos had unfolded.... Read More

AM Radio Dominant In Helping "Helene" Storm Victims

Oct 05, 2024 at 06:09 am by WGNS

Washington, DC - During crises like Hurricane Helene, AM radio becomes a vital resource. Its signals travel farther than FM, ensuring that citizens can receive critical i.... Read More
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Last Weekend: Kids Explore Rescue Vehicles at Touch-A-Truck Event

Sep 23, 2024 at 10:17 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - The annual Touch-A-Truck event took place this Saturday at the World Outreach Church parking lot in Murfreesboro. Families came out to explore all kinds of.... Read More

Murfreesboro to Finalize Termination Agreement with Notes Live During Workshop

Aug 07, 2024 at 11:58 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — The City Council meets for their regularly scheduled workshop this Thursday (Aug. 8, 2024), where council members will hear the 2nd and final readi.... Read More

Retention Bonuses for Tennessee Law Enforcement Officers

Jul 25, 2024 at 09:02 am by WGNS News

TENNESSEE - The Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance (TDCI) and the Tennessee Peace Officers Standards Training (POST) Commission proudly announce the disbursement.... Read More

Fake Law Enforcement, Real Scammers: Rutherford County's Latest Phone Scam

Jul 15, 2024 at 04:02 pm by WGNS News

  RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - In the latest wave of criminal creativity, scammers are now pretending to be none other than Captain Jeff Keaton from the Murfreesboro Police D.... Read More

Shelbyville Police Seek Help in Locating Missing Teen

Jul 03, 2024 at 12:42 pm by Chandelar Williams

SHELBYVILLE, TENN. - The Shelbyville Police Department is asking for the community's assistance in locating a missing teen, Maria Lucas Gaspar. Maria, a 16-year-old Hispanic f.... Read More

+44% Seating Increase at Proposed Venue and Dropping Restaurant Sparks Concerns in Murfreesboro

Jun 12, 2024 at 03:54 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - Ongoing issues and a lack of progress at One East College, LLC may lead the Murfreesboro City Council to reevaluate future endeavors with potential develo.... Read More

Beware of Scams Posing as Sheriff's Deputies

Jun 05, 2024 at 11:17 am by Chandelar Williams

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TENN. - Residents are being warned about two separate scams involving individuals impersonating local sheriff’s deputies to extort money.   In.... Read More

Double Homicide in La Vergne: Four in Custody

May 28, 2024 at 09:22 pm by WGNS News

La Vergne, Tenn. – Four people are in custody following a double homicide that occurred on Tuesday night at an apartment complex on Murfreesboro Road. The incident unfol.... Read More

Murfreesboro Police Dispel False Social Media Claims of Missing Child

May 13, 2024 at 01:36 pm by WGNS News

  MURFREESBORO, TN - A troubling social media post has emerged, sparking concerns and frustrations among the community and law enforcement officials alike. The post, cla.... Read More

Smyrna Police Seek Public's Assistance in Identifying Suspect Involved in Public Shooting

May 01, 2024 at 07:13 pm by Chandelar Williams

Smyrna, TN - The Smyrna Police Department is asking for the public's help in identifying a male suspect involved in a public shooting incident. On April 24, 2024, the individu.... Read More

I-840 Closure in Williamson County After Railroad Equipment Damages Overpass

Apr 16, 2024 at 02:09 pm by WGNS News

  Williamson County, TN - Law enforcement agencies were compelled to close a section of Interstate 840 in Williamson County on Tuesday morning following an incident wher.... Read More

Murfreesboro Emergency Communications Center Celebrates Employee Achievements and Lifesaving Efforts

Mar 25, 2024 at 12:36 pm by Chandelar Williams

Murfreesboro, TN - Murfreesboro Emergency Communications Center (MECC) Director Seth Russell has proudly announced the promotion of three exceptional employees, recognizing th.... Read More

Elevated Fire Danger Prompts Cautionary Measures in Rutherford County

Mar 25, 2024 at 10:44 am by Chandelar Williams

Rutherford County, TN - Residents are urged to exercise caution as Rutherford County faces elevated fire danger on March 25th due to high winds and other contributing factors..... Read More

UPDATE: Car Goes Up in Flames at Barfield Park Wilderness Station

Mar 12, 2024 at 05:31 pm by WGNS News

Murfreesboro, TN - We have more news on a car fire that occurred in a local park. Evidently, smoke could be seen from residents in nearby neighborhoods as the vehicle began.... Read More

Police Seek Fugitive Following Undercover Operation

Mar 08, 2024 at 07:18 pm by Chandelar Williams

Shelbyville, TN - Shelbyville Police Department Detectives conducted an undercover operation on March 6th, 2024, aimed at capturing 26-year-old Robert Austin Mohrmann, who had.... Read More