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Will Lower Gas Prices Affect Christmas Shopping?

This video is no longer available. JACKSON, Tenn.- As we head toward the holiday travel season, retailers are hoping that falling gas prices translate into more jingle at the cash register. According to gasbuddy.com, a price check around West Tennessee,…

Warrant Recalled on Whiteville Shooting Suspect

This video is no longer available. WHITEVILLE, Tenn.- Whiteville Police said they are no longer looking for the man originally accused of stabbing his brother earlier this month. The department has recalled its arrest warrant for Corey Robertson, but have…

Milan Middle Receives Healthy State Grant

This video is no longer available. MILAN, Tenn.- Some West Tennessee school's physical education programs got some added funding as part of the "Shape the State" program. At Milan Middle School, Wednesday, a $10,000 check was presented for their physical…

JPD Officer Under Investiagation

This video is no longer available. JACKSON, Tenn.- WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News has learned a Jackson police officer is under investigation for his behavior while on duty. Officials said a disciplinary hearing was held Tuesday morning for the patrol officer,…

Southwest Electric Linemen Home from Sandy

This video is no longer available. JACKSON Tenn.- Linemen from Southwest Tennessee Electric returned home to West Tennessee, Tuesday night, after spending two weeks bringing power back to New Yorkers. Families of the linemen welcomed their loved ones home with…

Family of Karen Mullins Releases Statement

This video is no longer available. JACKSON, Tenn.- Late Tuesday afternoon, the Mullins Family released a picture of Karen Mullins, 43. Her immediate family traveled to Jackson after learning of her death, but did not want to speak to WBBJ…

Jackson Fugitive in Court

This video is no longer available. JACKSON, Tenn.- A grand jury will decide if a wanted Jackson man accused of trying to run over a Madison County deputy trying to arrest him, will stand trial. Tuesday, a judge heard testimony…

New Citizens Naturalized in Jackson

This video is no longer available. JACKSON, Tenn.- The number of Americans who call West Tennessee home has increased. Tuesday morning, more than 50 people swore their allegiance to the United States of America and become U.S. citizens. The naturalization…

Teen Accused of Murder Fighting Extradition

This video is no longer available. JACKSON, Tenn.- Jackson Police said the teen they have charged with murdering his aunt, is now fighting extradition. Caleb Mullins, 19 went before a Louisville judge, Tuesday. There, he told authorities, he would not…

Students Report Armed Robbery on UT Martin Campus

This video is no longer available. MARTIN, Tenn- Martin Police and UT Martin Campus police are investigating an armed robbery and kidnapping that happened after Midnight , Tuesday. Police said two men were robbed and kidnapped at gunpoint in the…

House Hit In Afternoon Shooting

This video is no longer available. JACKSON, Tenn. -Gunshots were fired around 2:30 p.m., Tuesday sending witnesses to the floor and several Jackson Police officers to Lenoir Avenue. No one was hurt in the shooting. Witnesses said a black man…

Bethel Springs Votes To End Police Department

This video is no longer available. McNAIRY COUNTY, Tenn. - The City of Bethel Springs has voted to eliminate their one-man police department at their Monday night board meeting. According to Mayor Kay Cox, the decision was made in a…

Guns Reported Stolen from MCSD Cruiser

This video is no longer available. JACKSON, Tenn. - Jackson police officers are investigating two auto burglaries in a north Jackson apartment complex. Police said they responded to Camellia Trace Apartments Monday morning after the vehicle burglaries were reported. Officials…

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