Archives: 2021

Morant scores 30, Grizzlies beat Spurs for 4th straight win

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — Ja Morant had 30 points, eight assists and six rebounds, leading the Memphis Grizzlies to a 118-105 victory over the San Antonio Spurs. Tyus Jones scored 18, Desmond Bane and Brandon Clarke each finished with 17 as Memphis pulled away in the second half. Jakob Poeltl and Derrick White each had 15 points to lead the…

Top stories from West Tennessee in 2021

JACKSON, Tenn. — Another year has come and gone, and WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News is highlighting the stories that made the year 2021 unique. In January of 2021, the first of the COVID-19 vaccines were given out. The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department held drive-thru vaccine clinics for those eligible to receive the vaccine. Health officials were optimistic for the…

One arrested in Dec. 21 Tiptonville homicide

TIPTONVILLE, Tenn. — The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has shared an update on a Dec. 21 homicide. The TBI reports that 49-year-old Willie L. Gates Jr. has been arrested in a double shooting at a home on Cherry Street in Tiptonville. The shooting left 57-year-old Jerry Yates, of Tiptonville, dead and one other person injured. The TBI says Gates was…

JPD vehicle involved in multi-car crash

JACKSON, Tenn. — A Jackson police car involved in a crash on Friday. WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News received pictures with a Jackson police car being towed on North Highland near Vann Drive and the interstate. At least two other cars were involved in the crash, with one off to the side for law enforcement to investigate. One of the cars…

EMA director says prep for weekend storms is underway

GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. — Storms could return to West Tennessee this weekend, and local emergency management agencies are preparing for any possible rescue. “Well we’re doing our normal preparations, making sure that vehicles are fueled, the generators are fueled and running,” said Ricky Graves, the EMA Director for Gibson County. Graves says they’re prepared for most storms, and this one…

Residents and travelers alike prep for 2022

JACKSON, Tenn. — It’s almost the new year, and a lot of drivers are out for the holidays. A few shared their plans for 2022 with WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News Reporter Jeremy Jackson. “Spending it with my family,” said Daphim March, who lives in Jackson. “Going duck hunting with my father-in-law,” said Chad Manning, a traveler. “We’re going to go…

‘So many memories’: Over 500 homes feared destroyed by fire

SUPERIOR, Colo. (AP) — Tens of thousands of Coloradans driven from their neighborhoods by a wind-whipped wildfire are beginning to get a look at the damage done. Authorities say 500 homes were probably destroyed. At least seven people were injured, but there have been no immediate reports of any deaths or missing people in the aftermath of the blazes that…

Healing Titans declare nobody out before game vs. Dolphins

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The Tennessee Titans are showing serious signs of healing up after using an NFL-high 88 players this season. For the first time in weeks, the Titans did not declare any player out Friday ahead of Sunday’s game against Miami. They also activated wide receiver Nick Westbrook-Ikhine off the reserve/COVID-19 list. Coach Mike Vrabel says not having…

Storm Threat Tonight & Saturday Afternoon, Snow on Sunday, Frigid Sunday Night

Friday Evening Forecast Update

Friday Evening Forecast Update for December 31st: We are going to be dodging severe storms tonight between 8 PM and 3 AM, then see a short break before more storms develop Saturday afternoon. All severe weather modes will be in play for both events. Snow showers are expected to fall on Sunday between 10 AM – 5 PM with minimal…