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Woman and Two Pets Escape Late-Night Apartment Fire

Nov 23, 2024 at 02:23 am by Chandelar Williams

MURFREESBORO, TENN. - A woman and her two pets safely escaped a fire in their apartment just before midnight, authorities confirmed.   The fire broke out in an upstairs.... Read More

Rutherford County EMS Awarded $35,000 Grant from Gary Sinise Foundation

Nov 22, 2024 at 10:45 am by WGNS News

Rutherford County, TN - Rutherford County Emergency Medical Service (RCEMS)  received a $35,000 no match grant award from the Gary Sinise Foundation (GSF) through their F.... Read More

UPDATE: Shooting in La Vergne Leaves One Man Dead

Nov 22, 2024 at 10:39 am by WGNS News

UPDATED: LA VERGNE, Tenn. – The La Vergne Police Department (LPD) continues there investigation into a shooting that left a 46-year-old man dead on Thursday. When f.... Read More

Director of The Band of Blue and MTSU professor Craig Cornish is retiring

Nov 22, 2024 at 08:11 am by Danny Osborn

  MTSU Professor and Director of The Band of Blue Craig Cornish will be retiring after this upcoming school year. While he's not retiring until the end of the spring sem.... Read More

Nashville Leads Murfreesboro by 72 Points in LGBTQ+ Equality Rankings

Nov 21, 2024 at 05:24 pm by WGNS News

WASHINGTON – The Human Rights Campaign Foundation (HRC), in collaboration with the Equality Federation, has released the 13th edition of its Municipal Equality Index (ME.... Read More

George Huddleston, Jr. Took Wings

Nov 21, 2024 at 04:18 pm by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN - George Huddleston, Jr. is enjoying flying once again. This gentle and caring Murfreesboro leader passed away Thursday morning (11/21/2024) after a long and.... Read More

Former Nashville High School Coach Arrested for Aggravated Statutory Rape on Wednesday

Nov 21, 2024 at 03:42 pm by WGNS News

Nashville, TN - A former coach at Donelson Christian Academy surrendered to officers Wednesday evening after an arrest warrant was issued charging him with aggravated statutor.... Read More

Murfreesboro Sees Slight Uptick in Unemployment as Smyrna and LaVergne Stay Steady

Nov 21, 2024 at 03:15 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Rutherford County continues to excel in employment metrics, maintaining its position among Tennessee’s top 10 counties with the lowest unemployme.... Read More

Murfreesboro Man Arrested in Fatal West Main Street Crash

Nov 21, 2024 at 01:43 pm by Chandelar Williams

MURFREESBORO, TENN. – A Murfreesboro man has been charged in a deadly crash that claimed the life of a Lebanon woman in September. On Tuesday evening, 41-year-old Terry.... Read More

Future Doctors Fast-Track to Success Through MTSU-Meharry Program

Nov 21, 2024 at 11:52 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — A congenital heart defect detected in middle school inspired Nikhil “Nik” Yelemali of Brentwood to pursue a career as a physician. Howe.... Read More

Vehicle Crashes into Ascend Federal Credit Union on Memorial Boulevard

Nov 21, 2024 at 11:52 am by Chandelar Williams

MURFREESBORO, TENN. – Emergency crews responded to a vehicle collision involving the Ascend Federal Credit Union on Memorial Boulevard early this morning.   Accor.... Read More

La Vergne’s Parade of Lights and Winter Festival Shine Bright for the Holidays with Ice Skating and More!

Nov 21, 2024 at 11:24 am by WGNS News

La Vergne’s Parade of Lights - Mark your calendars! La Vergne is set to dazzle residents and visitors alike with its 14th Annual Parade of Lights and the accompanying Wi.... Read More

Gas Prices in Rutherford County and a ‘Road Trip’ to Paris: Saving Money on Fuel

Nov 21, 2024 at 10:12 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - If there’s one thing Tennessee is crushing lately, it’s being kind of cheap on gas—well, until we’re not. Earlier this week, AA.... Read More

SAD--Seasonal Affective Disorder

Nov 21, 2024 at 09:21 am by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN - As the holiday season approaches, many people experience a shift in mood and energy, with some individuals struggling more than others. For those affec.... Read More

Manhunt Underway: Inmate Escapes Transport at Franklin-Coffee County Line

Nov 21, 2024 at 01:34 am by WGNS News

WINCHESTER, Tenn. – On the evening of November 20, 2024, a coordinated manhunt was launched after inmate Tony Jameson Sweeton escaped custody during transport near the i.... Read More

Media Commentary by MTSU Professor Larry Burriss: Polling Predictions Fall Flat in Election Aftermath

Nov 21, 2024 at 01:25 am by WGNS News

OPINION: The aftermath of the recent election has been dominated by debates over polling accuracy and media analysis. Polls initially suggested a close race with potential leg.... Read More

Mercury Park Redevelopment Brings Modern Housing for Low-Income Families

Nov 21, 2024 at 01:11 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – New homes are rising like a phoenix on S. Bilbro and Minor St., replacing the old brick and cinder block buildings that for mor.... Read More
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Wednesday Afternoon Traffic Crash Slows NW Broad St.

Nov 20, 2024 at 08:25 pm by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN - A Wednesday (11/20/2024) afternoon traffic crash in the 800 block of NW Broad St. slowed motorists heading home from work. The multi-vehicle incident took p.... Read More

TSSAA Awards Director of Schools Jimmy Sullivan & Eagleville Principal Tim Pedigo

Nov 20, 2024 at 04:46 pm by WGNS

Director of Schools Dr. Jimmy Sullivan has been named Administrator of the Year for Athletic District 4 as part of the annual A.F. Bridges Sportsmanship Awards sponsored by th.... Read More

Old Farmer's Almanac: Warm, Wet Winter with Cold Snaps & Snow Chances

Nov 20, 2024 at 04:39 pm by Danny Osborn

The Old Farmer’s Almanac reveals the complete forecast for the upcoming winter. Managing Editor Sarah Perreault says this winter in Tennessee will be warmer than la.... Read More