Author: WBBJ Staff

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…

Henderson Co. family survives tree falling on home

HENDERSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- A local family says Tuesday night storms caused thousands of dollars in damage to their home. Harold E. Corbitt and his family said they're grateful to…

Mugshots : Madison County : 11/13/15 – 11/16/15

The people in this gallery were booked into the Madison County Jail between 7 a.m. on 11/13/15 and 7 a.m. on 11/16/15. Their inclusion only indicates they were booked into the jail and does not indicate guilt.

Mugshots : Madison County : 11/17/15 – 11/18/15

The people in this gallery were booked into the Madison County Jail between 7 a.m. on 11/17/15 and 7 a.m. on 11/18/15. Their inclusion only indicates they were booked into the jail and does not indicate guilt.

Union pounds Rust College

Union University's women's basketball team defeated Rust College 110-65. The Lady Bulldogs made 24 three-pointers (school record) to improve to 3-0. Senior Kelsey Risner finished with a team-high 21 points…

Several state, county roads closed due to flooding

JACKSON, Tenn.-Flooding causes several roads across Tennessee to close Wednesday. Officials with TDOT said they closed four state roads in Crockett, Dyer, Obion and Haywood counties. Staff with the Crockett County Roads…

Jackson police need help locating man accused of robbing pharmacy

JACKSON, Tenn.-Jackson police need help finding a man accused robbing a local pharmacy. His name is Antario Montgomery. The mug shot provided by investigators is from a previous arrest. Officers said he was wearing a grey sweat shirt and dark…

Mugshots : Madison County : 11/18/15 – 11/19/15

The people in this gallery were booked into the Madison County Jail between 7 a.m. on 11/18/15 and 7 a.m. on 11/19/15. Their inclusion only indicates they were booked into the jail and does not indicate guilt.

Escaped Gibson Co. inmates back in custody

TRENTON, Tenn. -- Gibson county residents breathe a sigh of relief after two inmates, who have been on the run for a week, are back in custody. The pair were…

Gibson Co. Mayor has truck stolen from home

GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn.-The mayor of Gibson County found himself the victim of a crime earlier this week. Mayor Tom Witherspoon said his white 1999 Chevy S-10 was stolen from his home in Bradford, Sunday. But thanks to the Gibson and…

Firefighters give back in ‘Fill the Boot’ fundraiser for MD

JACKSON, Tenn.-Jackson firefighters give back in a big way to the West Tennessee Muscular Dystrophy Association. Thursday, the firefighters presented their $6,800 check to the group, the largest amount they have ever raised. The funds were raised through the "Fill…

Ducks Unlimited hold annual banquet in Jackson

JACKSON, Tenn-Avid hunters and volunteers continue a 30-year-long tradition Thursday night at the annual Ducks Unlimited banquet in Jackson. The dinner at Jackson Fairgrounds Park featured an auction that raised money…

New marina, fueling station added to Thousand Acre Lake

CARROLL COUNTY, Tenn.-One of West Tennessee's favorite new recreational destinations has a new addition. Engineers have approved and signed off on a new marina and fueling station on Carroll County's…

Officials call in bite expert in dog attack death

MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- A week after a 5-year-old rottweiler attacked and killed 57-year-old Anthony Riggs in this home off Highway 70, Jackson-Madison County officials said they've reached out…

Mugshots : Madison County : 11/19/15 – 11/20/15

The people in this gallery were booked into the Madison County Jail between 7 a.m. on 11/19/15 and 7 a.m. on 11/20/15. Their inclusion only indicates they were booked into the jail and does not indicate guilt.