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MTSU Animation Students Shine at Unreal Fest 2025 in Orlando

Jun 23, 2025 at 02:29 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Ten Middle Tennessee State University animation students and recent graduates had the opportunity of a lifetime to connect with top indus.... Read More

From Mobile Homes to Mansions: Real Estate Activity Heats Up in Rutherford

Jun 23, 2025 at 02:21 pm by WGNS News

Rutherford County, TN — The real estate market in Rutherford County is showing resilience and stability as the region continues to attract homebuyers looking for everyth.... Read More

TBI’s Most Wanted: Fugitive Jonathan Ullrich Still at Large One Year After Making List

Jun 23, 2025 at 01:31 pm by WGNS News

TENNESSEE - A man once entrusted with educating children remains one of Tennessee’s most sought-after fugitives. Jonathan Ullrich, 55, continues to evade capture a year.... Read More

Murfreesboro Firefighters Rescue Fawn Trapped in Storm Drain Near Battlefield on Sunday

Jun 23, 2025 at 11:16 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - In a heartwarming twist on the usual emergency call, Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department (MFRD) crews sprang into action Sunday morning—not for a huma.... Read More

Smoke, Stories & Community: The 71st Blackman Barbecue is Back this Friday!

Jun 23, 2025 at 11:07 am by WGNS News

PODCAST (Click Play Above): On today’s episode of WGNS Action Line, host Scott Walker sits down with a panel of community leaders to celebrate the return of a beloved lo.... Read More

Inside the Fire Line: July 4th Rules, Fire Investigations & More

Jun 23, 2025 at 10:13 am by WGNS News

PODCAST (Click Play Above) - In this Independence Day edition of the show, we dive into all things fireworks safety within the Murfreesboro city limits. WGNS Action Line Host.... Read More

Traffic Stop in La Vergne Leads to Drug Bust Early Sunday Morning

Jun 23, 2025 at 07:20 am by WGNS News

Traffic Stop in La Vergne Leads to Drug Bust Early Sunday Morning In the early morning hours of Sunday, a routine traffic stop in a quiet La Vergne neighborhood led to a sign.... Read More

UPDATE: Supreme Court Upholds Tennessee Ban on Gender-Affirming Care for Transgender Youth

Jun 18, 2025 at 04:40 pm by WGNS News

UPDATE: The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), along with Lambda Legal and the ACLU of Tennessee, issued strong statements in response to the U.S. Supreme Court’s de.... Read More

Tennessee’s Unemployment Rate Holds Steady at 3.5% in May, Remains Below National Average

Jun 18, 2025 at 04:20 pm by WGNS News

Tennessee’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate remained unchanged at 3.5% in May, continuing to outperform the national rate, according to new data.... Read More

33 New State Troopers Graduate from Tennessee Highway Patrol Cadet Class

Jun 18, 2025 at 03:57 pm by WGNS News

NASHVILLE, TN — On Tuesday, June 18, the Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security and the Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP) celebrated the graduation of Trooper.... Read More

Dr. Ben Carson to Speak in Murfreesboro

Jun 18, 2025 at 03:44 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN — Dr. Ben Carson, former U.S. Secretary of Housing and Urban Development and founder of the American Cornerstone Institute, will speak at World Outreach.... Read More

Woman Accused of Illegal Dumping Cleans Up Debris, Then Arrested

Jun 18, 2025 at 03:19 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN — A woman accused of illegally dumping trash along Asbury Road was arrested Tuesday after a correctional work center officer helped track her down.... Read More

Two Arrested Following Pursuit and Drug Investigation in La Vergne

Jun 16, 2025 at 09:44 pm by WGNS News

LA VERGNE, Tenn. — A high-speed pursuit on Jefferson Pike led to two arrests on  Thursday, June 12th, 2025, after a male suspect fled from a traffic stop initiated.... Read More

Murfreesboro Teen Arrested at Nashville Protest for Brandishing Handgun

Jun 16, 2025 at 06:28 pm by WGNS News

NASHVILLE, TN - One of many “No Kings” protests that took place this past weekend unfolded in Nashville at the Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park Amphitheater. R.... Read More

Porch Pirate Skips the Peg Leg, Still Manages to Plunder in Nearby Community

Jun 16, 2025 at 05:40 pm by WGNS News

LEBANON, Tenn. — Arrr, matey! A not-so-swashbuckling "porch pirate" has made waves in the Woodbridge Glen neighborhood of Lebanon—but don’t expect this bandi.... Read More

REMINDER: Murfreesboro to Host Lively Juneteenth Celebration at Bradley Academy

Jun 16, 2025 at 05:29 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Murfreesboro Parks and Recreation invites the community to a vibrant celebration of freedom, culture, and unity at its annual Juneteenth event on S.... Read More

Media Commentary: Larry Burriss on Mickey, Snoopy, and the Illusion of Intelligent Machines

Jun 16, 2025 at 04:56 pm by WGNS News

COMMENTARY - During a visit to Walt Disney World, MTSU Journalism Professor Larry Burriss humorously recalls being told that Mickey Mouse and Cinderella are the real deal&mdas.... Read More

Wilson County Appeal Denied in Domestic Violence Barstool Assault Conviction

Jun 16, 2025 at 08:45 am by WGNS News

WILSON COUNTY, TN — A Tennessee appellate court has affirmed the conviction of a Wilson County man who was found guilty of aggravated domestic assault involving a v.... Read More

Traffic Stop in Mt. Juliet Leads to Two Murfreesboro Arrests

Jun 14, 2025 at 09:22 pm by WGNS News

WILSON COUNTY, Tenn. – A traffic stop for speeding led to two arrests on Golden Bear Gateway in Mt. Juliet, including a Murfreesboro woman wanted out of Montgomery Count.... Read More

Friday Night Gunfire Outside Vape World in Franklin Leads to Saturday Arrest

Jun 14, 2025 at 08:56 pm by WGNS News

FRANKLIN, Tenn. – The Franklin Police Department was asking for the public’s help in identifying and locating a man suspected of firing a gun at another individual.... Read More