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Local Woman's Family Recovering After Oklahoma Tornado

This video is no longer available. JACKSON, Tenn.- A north Jackson family's prayers were answered when their family in Moore, Oklahoma survived the deadly EF-5 tornado that killed 24 people. Brenda Carnell told 7 Eyewitness News, when she spoke with…

Roof on Home Caves in During Storm

This video is no longer available. BETHEL SPRINGS, Tenn. - Tuesday night when the same storm that caused the tornado in Oklahoma reached us, it was much weaker. But still, it brought a lot of rain Dottie Wilson of Bethel…

Photographer Facing Child Pornography Charges

This video is no longer available. JACKSON, Tenn. - Federal prosecutors say a professional photographer and musician from Perry County has been charged with possessing child pornography. The U.S. attorney's office for West Tennessee said Wednesday that Robert Gregory Dempsey,…

ATF Hosts Explosives Training Exercise

This video is no longer available. MILAN, Tenn.- Investigations into explosions are not handled by just any officers. They are specially trained and today West Tennessee officers received some of the specialized training. Early Wednesday, the ATF and the Tennessee…

Man Stabbed in the Chest in East Jackson

This video is no longer available. JACKSON, Tenn.- Jackson Police are investigating a stabbing that occurred Wednesday morning in east Jackson. According to investigators, a JEA employee who was working across the street witnessed the stabbing and called 911. Residents…

Extra Rain Hurting Wineries

This video is no longer available. MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. - The rainy weather is putting a damper on West Tennessee wineries because it could mean less wine. Carl O'Cain has been making wine for more than 10 years and said…

Dog Bites Down in Tennessee

This video is no longer available. JACKSON, Tenn.-The number of people bitten by dogs is down in Tennessee. State Farm Insurance released the numbers as part of the Dog Bite Prevention Week. Mail carriers deal with dogs daily. “If you're…

Police Seek Man who Allegedly Hit Woman Repeatedly

This video is no longer available. JACKSON, Tenn.- Jackson Police said they need help getting a dangerous man off the streets. He is accused of beating and raping a woman. Investigators said they are looking for James Eddie Randall, III.…

Arrest Made in Brownsville Vehicle Burglaries

This video is no longer available. BROWNSVILLE, Tenn.- We can tell you Brownsville Police have made an arrest in the string of car break-ins that have plagued the city. Officers said they have linked Marcus Williamson, 30, to some of…

Former First Lady to Speak at FHU Benefit Dinner

This video is no longer available. HENDERSON, Tenn.- Another member of the powerful Bush political family will speak at a West Tennessee university later this year. Former first lady Laura Bush will be the speaker for Freed-Hardeman University's 49th annual…

American Cancer Society Celebrates 100th Birthday

This video is no longer available. JACKSON, Tenn.- The American Cancer Society celebrates its 100th birthday this year. Organizers and people from the community celebrated with cake and coffee Wednesday morning morning at the Lift Wellness Center in downtown Jackson.…

Stabbing Leaves One Injured, One in Custody

JACKSON, Tenn. - Police are investigating after a person was stabbed in the 100 block of Phillips Street in Jackson. Few details have been released, but police confirmed that the stabbing happened Wednesday morning. The male victim was stabbed in…

Stevens Secures Another Term As Mayor of Bolivar

This video is no longer available. BOLIVAR, Tenn. - Bolivar Mayor Barrett Stevens will serve another term in office after winning a hotly contested race, Tuesday. Stevens received 791 votes compared to challenger Brenda Woods' 645 votes. Julian McTizic won…

McNairy County, Bethel Springs Receive Storm Clean-up Grant

This video is no longer available. BETHEL SPRINGS, Tenn. - Storms ripped through West Tennessee almost six month ago, leaving many in Bethel Springs with nearly nothing. A new relief grant is bringing new hope to those needing help with…

Steps to Take if You Are Hit by a Storm

This video is no longer available. MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. - Once a tornado hits, like happened in Moore, Oklahoma, it can take seconds to completely destroy neighborhoods. Emergency management said storm victims should keep safety as their top priority. "If…

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