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National Tip Leads to Arrest in Aggravated Sexual Exploitation Investigation

Jul 16, 2025 at 07:18 pm by WGNS Radio News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – An 18-year-old Murfreesboro woman, Sophia Carrier, has been charged with aggravated sexual exploitation of a minor following an investigation that.... Read More

Murfreesboro Police Set Standard in School Policing with National Recognition

Jul 16, 2025 at 12:17 pm by WGNS Radio News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – The Murfreesboro Police Department’s School Safety Division (SSD) has been honored with the prestigious Model SRO Agency Award by the Nationa.... Read More

'Love You Too, Mom’: Smyrna Family Grieves Loss of 22-Year-Old Killed on I-24

Jul 14, 2025 at 04:13 pm by WGNS Radio News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Katrina Leonard’s son, Noah Taylor (pictured above), cuddled with his dog Friday night before waking up to go to work Saturday morning. She told.... Read More

La Vergne Police Step Up Summer Drug and Traffic Enforcement in Dual Operations

Jul 07, 2025 at 07:00 am by WGNS Radio News

LA VERGNE, Tenn. – A series of law enforcement efforts over several days has led to multiple arrests and the seizure of illegal drugs, as La Vergne Police continue their.... Read More

Giles County Couple Arrested in Human Trafficking and Animal Cruelty Probe

Jul 05, 2025 at 07:04 pm by WGNS Radio News

GILES COUNTY, Tenn. – A multi-agency investigation has led to the arrest of James and Kelli Hewitt, a Giles County couple accused of a disturbing list of crimes, includi.... Read More

Man Wanted Since 1995 Nabbed in Mt. Juliet Traffic Stop

Jul 05, 2025 at 05:22 pm by WGNS Radio News

MT. JULIET, Tenn. – A routine traffic stop in Wilson County this past week resulted in the surprising arrest of a man who had been evading authorities for nearly three d.... Read More

Elderly Victims Identified in International Cyber Fraud; Memphis Man Charged

Jul 01, 2025 at 02:46 pm by WGNS Radio News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. – A coordinated investigation involving multiple federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies has led to the arrest of a Memphis man accus.... Read More

Rep. Bryan Terry Thanks Longtime Assistant, Welcomes New Legislative Aide

Jun 30, 2025 at 04:46 pm by WGNS Radio News

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – State Rep. Bryan Terry, R-Murfreesboro, announced a key staff transition in his Nashville office, as longtime assistant Megan Dix steps down and Alexa.... Read More

Fatal Crash Claims Life of Watertown Man; Speed and Seatbelt Use in Question

Jun 30, 2025 at 03:49 pm by WGNS Radio News

DAVIDSON COUNTY, Tenn. — A Sunday afternoon collision at the intersection of Thompson Lane and Southlake Drive in Davidson County has claimed the life of a 47-year-old m.... Read More

Country Stars Bring Hope and Harmony to Rutherford County Correctional Facility

Jun 30, 2025 at 01:30 pm by WGNS Radio News

Rutherford County, TN – Some of Country Music’s finest artists performed at the Rutherford County Correctional Work Center (RCCWC) this month. Executive Dire.... Read More

Nissan Smyrna Plant Reaches Milestone with 700,000th Murano Assembled

Jun 24, 2025 at 04:58 pm by WGNS Radio News

SMYRNA, Tenn. (WGNS) – Nissan’s Smyrna Vehicle Assembly Plant is celebrating a major manufacturing milestone: the production of the 700,000th Murano crossover.... Read More

Sentencing Delayed for Ex-Rep. Robin Smith Amid Ongoing Corruption Fallout

Jun 18, 2025 at 03:04 pm by WGNS Radio News

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Sentencing has been delayed for former Tennessee State Representative Robin Smith, a key figure in a sprawling political corruption case that has rock.... Read More

Child Advocacy Center Interviews Key to Investigating Child Sexual Abuse, Say Detectives

Jun 17, 2025 at 12:33 pm by WGNS Radio News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) – Forensic interviews conducted at the Child Advocacy Center (CAC) are a vital first step in both protecting children and building criminal ca.... Read More

Trial Set for July in 2020 Murder of Murfreesboro Man

Jun 16, 2025 at 07:00 am by WGNS Radio News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) – The trial for two men charged in the 2020 murder of a Murfreesboro man is scheduled to begin next month in Rutherford County Circuit Court..... Read More

Bonnaroo 2025 Cancelled Due to Severe Weather — Expect Heavy Traffic in Rutherford County

Jun 13, 2025 at 09:00 pm by WGNS Radio News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. (WGNS) — A major weekend of live music and camping at Bonnaroo 2025 has come to a sudden end, and the impact is being felt far beyond the festiv.... Read More

Smyrna Students Set to Visit Sister City Zama, Japan This Summer

Jun 13, 2025 at 06:36 pm by WGNS Radio News

SMYRNA, Tenn. (WGNS) — In a continued celebration of cultural exchange and international friendship, the Town of Smyrna's Sister City Student Program will send 15 local.... Read More

ROAD CLOSURE: Blackman Road temporary closure beginning June 18

Jun 12, 2025 at 02:55 pm by WGNS Radio News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) — Motorists are advised to expect traffic interruptions and traffic controls due to the temporary closure of Blackman Road south of Manso.... Read More

Murfreesboro Native Trains with Elite U.S. Navy Rescue Swimmers

Jun 09, 2025 at 02:36 pm by WGNS Radio News

PENSACOLA, Fla. (WGNS) — Airman Hayden Gochcoff, a native of Murfreesboro, is currently serving in the U.S. Navy and training at the Aviation Rescue Swimmer Sc.... Read More

Tennessee Officials Warn of Fake “Outstanding Traffic Ticket” Text Scam

Jun 05, 2025 at 04:13 pm by WGNS Radio News

NASHVILLE, TN (WGNS) – State officials are alerting Tennesseans to a new scam targeting drivers through fraudulent text messages that claim to be from the Tennessee.... Read More

UPDATE: Tennessee Resumes Executions as Rutherford County Remains Off Death Row List

Jun 05, 2025 at 04:11 pm by WGNS Radio News

  NASHVILLE, Tenn. — After a five-year pause, the state of Tennessee has resumed carrying out executions. On May 22, 2025, 75-year-old Oscar Smith became the first.... Read More