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La Vergne Police Host National R.A.D. Instructor Training to Empower Women

Sep 05, 2025 at 09:21 pm by WGNS News

LA VERGNE, Tenn. – The La Vergne Police Department recently hosted a Rape Aggression Defense (R.A.D.) Instructor Training course at Fire Station 41 on Old Nashville High.... Read More

No Parole: Middle TN Man Receives 162-Year Sentence for Child Rape Convictions

Sep 05, 2025 at 07:32 pm by WGNS News

SUMNER COUNTY, TN - On Friday, Sumner County Criminal Court Judge Dee David Gay sentenced 48-year-old Christopher Howard Alessio to 162 years in prison. Earlier this year A.... Read More

Unemployment Rates in August and September Expected to Improve with Fall Semester Return

Sep 05, 2025 at 11:15 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN – Continued changes in Tennessee’s job market are expected to smooth out when the state releases its next unemployment report later this month. Th.... Read More

Local Business Leader Lee Moss Passes Away at 74

Sep 05, 2025 at 10:03 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN – The Rutherford County community is mourning the loss of longtime business leader and philanthropist Lee Moss, who passed away on September 2, 202.... Read More

SCAM ALERT: Fake FedEx Delivery Messages Continue Circulating in Rutherford County, Coffee County and Beyond

Sep 05, 2025 at 08:25 am by WGNS News

COFFEE COUNTY, TN – The Coffee County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents about a text message scam that has resurfaced in Middle Tennessee, targeting unsuspec.... Read More

Man Arrested Twice in Two Nights; Teen Also Charged After Stolen Truck Crash

Sep 04, 2025 at 08:32 pm by WGNS News

A convicted felon remains in custody on a $104,000 bond after he was arrested on back-to-back nights, last night in a stolen Toyota Tacoma, taken out of Mt. Juliet, with gun.... Read More

From Vineyards to Caves: Agriculture and Geography in Rutherford County

Sep 04, 2025 at 08:05 pm by WGNS News

On today’s Action Line, WGNS’ Scott Walker sat down with Agriculture Extension Agent Justin Stefanski for a wide-ranging discussion. From local vineyards and garde.... Read More

Annual Grape-Picking Event Returns to Lane Agri Park This Saturday

Sep 04, 2025 at 06:49 pm by WGNS News

  MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — An event that’s ripe for the picking returns this weekend at the Lane Agri Park. Families across Rutherford County are invited to enj.... Read More

Rutherford County Health Department Promotes National Preparedness Month

Sep 04, 2025 at 06:37 pm by WGNS News

  MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — The Rutherford County Health Department is recognizing September as National Preparedness Month, working with local partners to highlight h.... Read More

Police: Smithville Suspect Admits to Unlawful Photographing in Walmart Bathroom

Sep 04, 2025 at 05:50 pm by WGNS News

SMITHVILLE, Tenn. — A 47-year-old Smithville man has been arrested after allegedly recording individuals inside a Walmart restroom. The incident reportedly unfolded in t.... Read More

Thursday: Randy King

Sep 04, 2025 at 04:58 pm by WGNS News

WGNS Slick Pig BBQ Birthday Winner | Randy King  The birthday club winner receives Slick Pig's delicious banana pudding. Just stop by Slick Pig in Murfreesboro at 1920 E.... Read More
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Heavy Police Presence Near I-24 in Murfreesboro; Subject Wanted for Murder and Kidnapping Remains at Large

Sep 04, 2025 at 04:08 pm by WGNS News

  MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — A heavy law enforcement presence was seen Thursday about a mile from the I-24 and Medical Center Parkway interchange in Murfreesboro on Thu.... Read More

76-Year-Old Woman Dies 10-Days After Hit-and-Run at Innsbrooke Kroger Store

Sep 04, 2025 at 03:29 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — The 76-year-old woman who was struck by a driver in the parking lot of the Kroger on South Church Street on Sunday, August 24, has since died from.... Read More

Thursday: Abby Miller

Sep 04, 2025 at 02:36 pm by WGNS News

WGNS Good Neighbor of the Day for Thursday, September 4th, 2025Abby Miller is today’s Good Neighbor of the Day for being the best friend you could have. Abby Miller will.... Read More

Medical Debt Reporting Under Review: Tennessee Considers New Consumer Protections That Could Improve Mental Health

Sep 04, 2025 at 07:29 am by WGNS News

  Your mental health and financial well-being may be more closely connected than you realize, and lawmakers in Tennessee are taking a closer look at that connection. Du.... Read More

PUBLIC NOTICE: In the Chancery Court of Rutherford County, TN - Lillie B. Overton

Sep 04, 2025 at 01:00 am by WGNS News

PUBLIC NOTICE: IN THE CHANCERY COURT OF RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TENNESSEECASE: NO. 25CV-439 CLEAR RECON, LLC, PLAINTIFF, vs. LILLIE B. OVERTON and theSECRETARY OF HOUSIN.... Read More

Rules for Artificial Intelligence in Classrooms at MTSU Approved at Last Board Meeting - Next Board Meeting is Tuesday, Sept. 9

Sep 03, 2025 at 08:51 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — The Middle Tennessee State University Board of Trustees will hold its quarterly meeting next Tuesday, Sept. 9. During their.... Read More

Murfreesboro Murder Suspect Juan Charco Scheduled for Court Plea Hearing on Friday

Sep 03, 2025 at 07:19 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - While past court dates for a scheduled plea hearing in a Murfreesboro murder case were granted continuances earlier this year, it now appears the hearing.... Read More

Rutherford County Schools: Growth, Safety, and Student Success

Sep 03, 2025 at 01:57 am by WGNS News

In this episode, host Scott Walker sits down with Dr. Jimmy Sullivan, Director of Rutherford County Schools, and James Evans, Chief Communications Officer, to discuss major up.... Read More

State Rep. Sparks to Ask Elon Musk to Consider Tunnel Between Murfreesboro and Nashville

Sep 03, 2025 at 01:31 am by WGNS News

  RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN – Sometimes, the craziest of ideas end up being workable solutions to big problems. That’s one reason State Representative Mike Spark.... Read More