Duckworth indicted by grand jury
JACKSON, Tenn.-A man arrested early this spring is indicted by a Madison County grand jury. Almonda Duckworth was arrested back in April by Jackson police, charged with shooting a man in the…
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Area faithful gather for fun, fellowship and prayer for new school year
JACKSON, Tenn.-Just days after the start of a brand new school year, prayer warriors from different denominations across the Hub City gather for a common cause, Wednesday night. The prayer rally provided…
Jackson Rotary Club celebrates 100 years of service to community
JACKSON, Tenn.-The Jackson Rotary Club celebrated a big birthday, Wednesday. Past and present members gathered at Union University Wednesday night, to celebrate a century of service. In the Hub City, the Rotary…
Heat advisory in effect for parts of Tennessee, nearby areas
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) - Weather officials have issued a heat advisory for much of West Tennessee, eastern Arkansas and north Mississippi. National Weather Service officials say the advisory is in effect until 8 p.m. Friday. Forecasters say hot temperatures and…
Madison Co. register of deeds candidates speak out before Election Day
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- Madison County voters will head to the polls Thursday. Among their choices will be register of deeds, a position that deals with land and real…
Hearing reset for Madison Co. investigator facing sex charges
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- An investigator for the Madison County public defender's office appeared Wednesday afternoon in court on numerous sex charges. Johnny Woolfork appeared in Humboldt General Sessions Court on charges of aggravated sexual battery,…
2 face drug charges after tip leads officers to Gibson Co. home
GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- Two men have been arrested on drug charges after a tip led to an investigation at a home in Yorkville. Ables, left, and…
Madison County officials prepare for Election Day
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- In less than 24 hours, Tennessee voters will have their last opportunity to vote in the state primary and county general election. "We're just excited. We've…
ATF offers $2,500 reward for info on arson at Martin store
MARTIN, Tenn. -- Authorities have announced a cash reward for information leading to an arrest and conviction in the July 27 arson at a Dollar General store in Martin. The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives Nashville Field Division,…
Trash piles trouble Jackson residents
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Some Jackson residents said their trash has not been picked up in months. Jackson Mayor Jerry Gist said it is a citywide problem they are trying to…
Euthanized Madison Co. horse tests positive for mosquito-borne virus
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- State officials say a horse from Madison County has tested positive for a virus that can also be fatal to humans. The Tennessee Department of Agriculture announced Wednesday that…
Parents concerned over bus problems
JACKSON, Tenn -- Just two days into the school year, and parents complain the bus problems are already piling up. A photo taken from Bus 174 shows students having to…
Heavy rains cause SUV to hydroplane, crash in South Madison County
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn.-A viewer shared pictures with WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News after a SUV hydroplaned on Highway 45 south, near Old Pinson Road, landing in a flooded area. The crash happened…
Heavy rains cause flooding in south Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn.-Severe storms rocked much of West Tennessee Tuesday evening, bringing lots of lightning and even prompting a tornado warning in Madison County. Those same storms also dumped heavy rains as they…
Man accused of sending Henry Co. church into lockdown appears in court
HENRY COUNTY, Tenn. -- A man accused of forcing a church into lockdown on Sunday made his first appearance before a judge Tuesday on several felony charges. Antonio Rulford appeared Tuesday morning in Henry…
