Burn permits required as fire season approaches
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Tennessee’s fire season kicks of next week. Get caught burning without a permit and the state said you could face a fine or jail time. Madison County Fire…
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Sheriff warns of consequences to come for clown pranks
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Law enforcement agencies across the U.S. are warning against a scary prank sweeping the nation after several sightings of clowns have been reported on the East Coast as well as several…
Homecoming King and Queen named at Lane College
The big event was the coronation of the Homecoming King and Queen. The big winners were De'Andria Boman, named Homecoming Queen, a senior criminal justice major from Chicago and Lee Wilkes III,…
7-year-old boy treated for cancer has wish granted
JACKSON, Tenn.-A seven year old boy who just finished treatments for cancer received a surprise he had been wishing for. Monday, the Make-a-Wish Foundation with the help of the Union University…
Construction on new Forest Hill Park basketball courts begins
JACKSON, Tenn.-The long-awaited construction of new basketball courts at Forest Hill Park began, Monday. This is the city's second phase of revitalizing the park after the old court was buckling from tree…
Family speaks about fatal crash that killed 11-year-old boy
HAYWOOD COUNTY, Tenn. -- Family members reveal new details about the fatal crash that killed an 11-year-old boy Sunday in Haywood County. A preliminary report by the Tennessee Highway Patrol says the crash…
J.C. Penney donates $100K for Breast Cancer Awareness Month
JACKSON, Tenn. -- J.C. Penney is making a big donation for Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The company is giving $100,000 to the research done by the American Cancer Society, the nation's largest…
UT Martin kicks off homecoming week
MARTIN, Tenn. -- The University of Tennessee at Martin begins their homecoming traditions this week, kicking off their celebrations Monday afternoon. "Go Skyhawks, beat Austin Peay," said student Grace Hassell. "It's always…
Voters have 1 week to register for presidential election
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Time is winding down to make sure your voice will be heard this November for the presidential election. As candidates try and sway voters, election officials…
Police ID man killed in Allenton Heights shooting
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Police have identified a man killed in a weekend shooting at Allenton Heights.
FAFSA changes mean students can file for financial aid earlier
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Free Application for Federal Student Aid, better known as FAFSA, has made some new changes that families should know about. Rules for filing the FAFSA have permanently changed as…
Local agencies to meet with communities for National Night Out
JACKSON, Tenn. -- First responders will meet with members of the community Tuesday for National Night Out. The annual event brings neighborhoods together to take a stand against crime. “The…
Neighbor reacts to homicide investigation in Allenton Heights
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson Police are investigating the city's seventh homicide of the year. Saturday night the intersection of East King and Elm St. was closed off as police continued their homicide…
Blessing of the animals in Downtown Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Sunday afternoon some furry friends got a special blessing in downtown Jackson. Saint Luke's Episcopal Church held their annual blessing of the animals. Outside the church the reverends prayed over the…
Lane College host annual homecoming gospel concert
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Sunday night alumni and current Lane College dragons celebrated the start of homecoming on campus. Praise factor, the 2nd Annual Gospel Concert, took over the Lane auditorium. The free show was…
