Author: WBBJ Staff

JPD Honors officers, citizens during Police Awards Day

JACKSON, Tenn.-The Jackson Police Department honored many of its officers and several citizens on Tuesday. The following officers and citizens were honored and received the following awards: Medal of Valor: Officer Raymond…

Animal rescue memorializes buried puppy

CROCKETT COUNTY,Tenn. -- An animal rescue group is continuing its mission despite a recent tragedy. In late October, Companion Pet Rescue and Transport had nine dogs stolen from its animal rescue…

Veterans recognized, honored for service, sacrifice

JACKSON, Tenn.-More than 100 West Tennesseans came out to the Carl Perkins Civic Center for a evening celebration for Veterans Day. The theme was "Celebrating Our Veterans", as service members from…

Chester Co. first in state to debut iPads at polls

CHESTER COUNTY, Tenn. -- Chester County will be the first county in Tennessee to use iPads during elections. Election officials said the new gadgets will debut during the Nov. 17 special…

New soccer policy aims at youth concussions

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The United States Soccer Federation is putting a stop to using your head in youth soccer. A new policy handed down this week suggests players younger than…

Jackson Fazoli’s honors veterans

JACKSON, Tenn.-Fazoli's Restaurant in north Jackson is offering free dinner to West Tennessee veterans, Wednesday in honor of Veterans Day. The fast food restaurant on Vann Drive is offering veterans and active…

MTSU ‘True Blue Tour’ concludes in Jackson

JACKSON, Tenn. -- North Jackson was full of Blue Raiders and those who would like to be one someday. Middle Tennessee State University's "True Blue Tour" made a stop Tuesday night…

Power restored after strong overnight storms

Our viewers in the Crockett County and north Madison County areas experienced power outages Wednesday night. The Gibson Electric Membership Corporation says around 2,800 customers lost power around 10:00 p.m. Wednesday. The utility says trees fell on and broke electrical…

Get your live Christmas tree…for Free

LAND BETWEEN THE LAKES, Tenn.-Believe it or not, it is time to start thinking about Christmas and how to get a live Christmas tree for free. The Land Between the Lakes…

Warriors remain unbeaten with 100-84 win over Grizzlies

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) - Stephen Curry scored 28 points and Andre Iguodala added 20 as the Golden State Warriors matched a franchise record for most wins to start a season with a 100-84 victory over the Memphis Grizzlies on Wednesday…

Deputies: Body discovered in Trezevant

TREZEVANT, Tenn.-A body was discovered in Trezevant, Thursday afternoon. According to the Carroll County Sheriff's Department, the body of Jordan Black was found in a wooded area. However, officials would…

STAR Center honors veterans with ‘God Bless America, Again’ event

JACKSON, Tenn.- The STAR Center honored veterans Thursday night in what they say is the center's new veterans appreciation event called "God Bless America, Again." Leaders with the center said the night honored our country's heroes and also feature entertainment…

Mugshots : Madison County : 11/10/15 – 11/12/15

The people in this gallery were booked into the Madison County Jail between 7 a.m. on 11/10/15 and 7 a.m. on 11/12/15. Their inclusion only indicates they were booked into the jail and does not indicate guilt.

Crockett Elf ride to bring Christmas Cheer

Alamo City Park will turn into an elves playground December 7,2015. The Elf Ride to benefit Crockett County Relay For life will kick off at 6 p.m. Line up for the bike…

Hooked On Science: capture your shadow

The glow-in-the-dark paint absorbs light and then re-emits the light over a period of time, causing the canvas to glow. Your hand stops the light from reaching the paint, therefore preventing that area from glowing, making it look as if…

Help Center of Henderson Co. in need of donations

HENDERSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- Closed for days, the Help Center of Henderson County struggles to meet community demand. "We need to do something now," Volunteer Director Melonie Shelby said. The Help…

Mugshots : Madison County : 11/12/15 – 11/13/15

The people in this gallery were booked into the Madison County Jail between 7 a.m. on 11/12/15 and 7 a.m. on 11/13/15. Their inclusion only indicates they were booked into the jail and does not indicate guilt.

Mugshots : Madison County : 11/16/15 – 11/17/15

The people in this gallery were booked into the Madison County Jail between 7 a.m. on 11/16/15 and 7 a.m. on 11/17/15. Their inclusion only indicates they were booked into the jail and does not indicate guilt.

Chalmers scores 29 to led Grizzlies over Thunder 122-114

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) - Newcomer Mario Chalmers scored 16 of his season-high 29 points in the fourth quarter Monday night and the Memphis Grizzlies held on for a 122-114 victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder. Chalmers, picked up in a…

Police: Woman banned from Walmart arrested, accused of shoplifting

JACKSON, Tenn.-A not-so-average shoplifting arrest this weekend at the Walmart in north Jackson lands a woman in jail. According to court papers, Mary Parker had actually been banned from all Walmart stores when she was arrested Sunday afternoon. Officers said…

No. 8 Oklahoma beats Memphis 84-78

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) - Buddy Hield scored 30 points and No. 8 Oklahoma held off Memphis 84-78 on Tuesday in the Sooners' season-opening game. Oklahoma returned four starters off last season's…

Union remains perfect in home opener

Union University's men's basketball team defeated Central Baptist College 101-98 to improve to 3-0. Senior Jordan Montgomery finished with a team-high 22 points.

North Jackson shooting witnesses searching for answers

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Residents off Tinker Hill Cove in north Jackson are still looking for answers after a Monday night shooting. "I looked out the window, and next thing you know there's six or seven cop cars out there," resident…

Warner’s Warriors give big gift to St. Jude

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- As Warner Wood approaches his one year anniversary for a leukemia diagnosis, he and his family give a big donation to the hospital that's treating him. Warner was just…

Chester County voters pass tax referendum

CHESTER COUNTY, Tenn.-From Chester County, votes have been tallied in Tuesday's sales tax referendum. Voters have overwhelming voted for the new tax, 88 percent to 12 percent. The referendum, lowers…

Home on Bermuda Dr. raided by metro narcotics officers

MADISON COUNTY, Tenn.-Metro narcotics officers, along with the SWAT team raid a home in northeast Madison County, Tuesday night. Officers on the scene on Bermuda Drive said they arrived just before 6:30…

Power outages reported throughout West Tennessee

WEST TENNESSEE -- Thousands of West Tennesseans were without power Tuesday night into Wednesday morning as high winds pushed through the area. Utilities ask you notify them immediately if you lose…

Police: Pregnant woman stabbed by boyfriend

BRADFORD, Tenn. -- A man is jailed after police in Bradford said he stabbed his pregnant girlfriend, Tuesday. According to Police Chief David Andrews, officers responded to a home in the 100-block…

West Tennessee bikers help students afford college

JACKSON, Tenn.-An annual bicycle tour will help local students afford college. Organizers of the bicycle tour presented a check to the Jackson State Community College Foundation to fund student scholarships.…

Brownsville restaurant offers free Thanksgiving meal

BROWNSVILLE, Tenn.-A restaurant in West Tennessee is giving back this holiday season. Brownsville Family Restaurant on East Main in Haywood County provided a free Thanksgiving dinner Tuesday afternoon. Volunteers…

THP kicks off “I-40 Challenge”

JACKSON, Tenn.-The Tennessee Highway Patrol is warning drivers of likely dangers they will face this holiday season. Whether it is the amount of traffic on the road or that deer season is…