Community Safety

TBI Issues Warning on Venezuelan Gang “Tren de Aragua” in Tennessee

Nov 15, 2024 at 05:22 pm by WGNS News

The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) has raised concerns about the presence of the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua, a transnational criminal organization, in the state..... Read More
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Performing UNDER PRESSURE Training: Murfreesboro Firefighters Sharpen Skills at Training Conference

Nov 15, 2024 at 04:26 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - Last weekend, Murfreesboro firefighters joined over 80 firefighters from 36 departments across 12 states for a transformative training conference made possi.... Read More

Murfreesboro Police Officer Recognized for DUI Arrest Record by MADD

Nov 13, 2024 at 04:55 pm by WGNS News

Rutherford County, TN – Murfreesboro Police Officer Joseph Roberts was recently awarded the MADD (Mothers Against Drunk Driving) Hero Award for his outstanding work in D.... Read More

Rutherford County Joins Statewide Effort to Ensure Halloween Safety with ‘Operation Blackout’

Oct 25, 2024 at 04:58 pm by Chandelar Williams

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TENN - This Halloween, probation and parole officers from the Tennessee Department of Correction (TDOC) will be out in force, making sure that trick-or-trea.... Read More

UPDATED: Precautionary Lockdown at Oakland High and Middle Schools Amid Nearby Police Activity

Oct 03, 2024 at 05:57 pm by WGNS News

- UPDATE - Murfreesboro, TN – Oakland High School and Oakland Middle School were placed on lockdown Thursday morning as a precautionary measure due to a police situation.... Read More

Tragic Shooting Near Scales Elementary School / Victim and Gunman Dead

Jun 27, 2024 at 11:43 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - A fatal shooting is currently under investigation in Murfreesboro. The incident was reported at 8:01 PM on Thursday night on Nightshade Drive. Detectives f.... Read More

RCFR Crews Battle Dump Truck Blaze, Prioritize Environment Protection

Apr 17, 2024 at 03:52 pm by Chandelar Williams

Ruherford County, TN - Earlier today, the Rutherford County Fire Rescue (RCFR) sprang into action in response to a report of a dump truck engulfed in flames. Engine 51, Engine.... Read More

Community Unites in Memory of Boy Scout: Sobriety Checkpoint Promotes Road Safety

Apr 17, 2024 at 10:57 am by Chandelar Williams

Rutherford County, TN - In a heartfelt tribute to a young life lost to a tragic accident, drivers on Sam Ridley Parkway in Smyrna expressed gratitude towards law enforcement o.... Read More

Beware: Scam Social Security Notices

Apr 05, 2024 at 11:39 am by WGNS News

In a recent release by the Coffee County Sheriff's Office, residents are warned to exercise caution in what and who they respond to. The warning came after receiving reports.... Read More

Elevated Fire Danger Prompts Cautionary Measures in Rutherford County

Mar 25, 2024 at 10:44 am by Chandelar Williams

Rutherford County, TN - Residents are urged to exercise caution as Rutherford County faces elevated fire danger on March 25th due to high winds and other contributing factors..... Read More

Warning: Scammers Target Rutherford County Residents with Jury Duty Threats

Mar 20, 2024 at 06:01 pm by Chandelar Williams

Rutherford County, TN - Residents of Rutherford County are being urged to remain vigilant as scammers continue to prey on unsuspecting individuals by posing as law enforcement.... Read More

Detectives Seek Help Identifying Persons of Interest in Primrose School Vehicle Break-Ins

Mar 12, 2024 at 12:31 pm by Chandelar Williams

Murfreesboro , TN - Detectives are seeking assistance in identifying two individuals wanted for questioning regarding multiple vehicle break-ins at Primrose School on Wendelwo.... Read More

Shelbyville Police Bust Drug Operation, Apprehend Suspects

Feb 29, 2024 at 05:12 pm by Chandelar Williams

Shelbyville, Tennessee - In a coordinated effort between Shelbyville Police Detectives and the 17th District Drug Task Force, a successful operation was conducted on February.... Read More