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Murfreesboro City Council Holds Public Hearing Tonight on Middle Point Landfill Annexation

Jul 17, 2025 at 12:47 pm by WGNS News

Murfreesboro, TN - The Murfreesboro City Council will convene tonight, Thursday, July 17, for a scheduled public hearing to discuss the proposed annexation of Middle Poin.... Read More

Court of Criminal Appeals Upholds Meth Conviction in Smith and DeKalb County Case

Jul 17, 2025 at 11:24 am by WGNS News

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – The Tennessee Court of Criminal Appeals has upheld the conviction of Brandon Tylor Mulac, a DeKalb County man sentenced to 60 years in prison for meth.... Read More

Technologically Advanced Drones Give Murfreesboro Firefighters an Edge in Crisis Situations

Jul 16, 2025 at 04:43 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – The Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department (MFRD) has officially rolled out a new fleet of advanced drones aimed at improving emergency response times.... Read More

Suspect in Custody After Active Shooter Incident at Smyrna Liquor Store

Jul 16, 2025 at 03:58 pm by WGNS News

SMYRNA, Tenn. (WGNS) – A gunman who opened fire inside Legacy Wine and Spirits on Lee Victory Parkway Tuesday afternoon was taken into custody after a tense four-hour st.... Read More

Nashville Trio Accused in Bold Multi-Store Shoplifting Spree

Jul 15, 2025 at 04:52 pm by WGNS News

NASHVILLE, TN - Detectives assigned to the Metro Nashville's Police Organized Retail Crime Section are making headway as they look to stop a brazen shoplifting scheme by three.... Read More

UPDATE: Murder Trial Looms for Paroled Felon in 2022 Smyrna Shooting Death

Jul 15, 2025 at 04:43 pm by WGNS News

SMYRNA, TN – On August 30, 2022, Nicholas Patterson showed up for work like any other day – just as he had done for the past 9-years. Armed with a smile, “Ni.... Read More

Commentary: Breaking News or Endless Speculation? The Decline of Factual Reporting

Jul 14, 2025 at 11:57 pm by WGNS News

COMMENTARY - In the past, breaking news was truly special and rare, but today it’s delivered instantly — often leading to repetitive, speculative coverage instead.... Read More

Justice After Decades: The Child Abuse Case That Became a Murder Conviction - Today's Show is Dedicated to Nancy Woodall

Jul 14, 2025 at 07:52 pm by WGNS News

Rutherford County, Tenn. - On this special District Attorney Edition of the WGNS Action Line, host J. Paul Newman, retired Assistant District Attorney for Ru.... Read More

Federal Tax Credits Drive Tennessee’s Booming Battery Industry — But New Rules Looming in Near Future

Jul 14, 2025 at 07:06 pm by WGNS News

TENNESSEE - Federal tax credits from the Inflation Reduction Act are fueling big growth in Tennessee's battery supply chain. The Volunteer State has become a major hub in batt.... Read More

UPDATE: More Details Released by THP After Friday Mid-Morning Collision in Rutherford County

Jul 12, 2025 at 05:07 pm by WGNS News

UPDATED: RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. - WGNS has an update on the serious auto accident that shut down I-24 East in Rutherford County for over an hour on Friday, just before 11 AM.... Read More

Veteran-Only Hiring Fairs Coming to Murfreesboro and Nashville VA Hospitals

Jul 11, 2025 at 06:18 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Veterans in Murfreesboro looking for a rewarding career opportunity should mark their calendars for a special hiring event this month. The VA Tenne.... Read More

Tragedy on I-24: LifeFlight Called After Rutherford County Crash Near Sam Ridley Parkway

Jul 11, 2025 at 02:57 pm by WGNS News

SEE UPDATED NEWS STORY by Clicking HERE. RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. — What should have been a normal drive turned into a nightmare Friday morning on I-24 East when a deva.... Read More

$400k to Million-Dollar Home Prices and Rising Payments: The Cost of Buying in 2025

Jul 11, 2025 at 08:58 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. - Home buying has dramatically changed over the years, with soaring prices making it significantly harder for first-time buyers to step onto the prope.... Read More

Who’s Buying Homes Now? Surprising Trends in Rutherford County’s Housing Market

Jul 10, 2025 at 10:04 pm by WGNS News

PODCAST: On this episode of the WGNS Action Line, host Scott Walker sits down with two seasoned realtors from Exit Realty — Bob Lamb & Associates: Chad Robinette and.... Read More

Rutherford County Trailer Thief Sneaks Off Like a Midnight Ninja in Rutherford County — Do You Know Him?

Jul 10, 2025 at 09:13 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. — The Rutherford County Sheriff's Office reports that a trailer is still missing and the man behind the theft is still wanted by the law.&n.... Read More

Over $22-Million in Unclaimed Money Awaits Rutherford County Residents at Berry Festival

Jul 10, 2025 at 10:56 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — You may have an exciting day filled with a trove of money! Festivalgoers at this year’s Berry Festival in Murfreesboro may discover more than.... Read More

Treasure Hunt Gone Wrong: Walmart’s Loss Prevention Saves the Day and the Treasure

Jul 10, 2025 at 10:24 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - Well, folks, grab your reusable bags and hold onto your receipts — we’ve got yet another thrilling chapter from the “Walmart Chronicles.&r.... Read More

PODCAST: From Grass to Greatness: Smart Yard Tips from Master Gardeners

Jul 10, 2025 at 07:08 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. - On this episode of the WGNS Action Line, host Scott Walker digs deep into gardens, landscapes, and the innovative “Tennessee Smart Yards&rdquo.... Read More

Guest House Burglar Causes $50K in Damage, Bites Deputy During Arrest

Jul 09, 2025 at 06:53 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — A Murfreesboro man is facing multiple charges after Rutherford County Sheriff’s deputies say he broke into a guest house, caused about $50,00.... Read More

Deputies Uncover Drugs in McMinnville Area Home; Investigation Ongoing

Jul 09, 2025 at 06:42 pm by WGNS News

McMINNVILLE, Tenn. — About 30 miles east of Rutherford County, a major drug bust in Warren County has led to one arrest, with investigators saying more charges could be.... Read More