Entry‑Level Multimedia Journalist — WBBJ‑TV (Jackson, TN)
WBBJ‑TV 7 Eyewitness News is hiring an entry‑level Multimedia Journalist and welcomes applications from recent graduates and early‑career journalists.
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Weekend Meteorologist / Weekday Weather Reporter — WBBJ-TV (Jackson, TN)
WBBJ ABC and CBS 7 Eyewitness News is hiring an early‑career meteorologist to join our team in West Tennessee. Located between Nashville and Memphis, WBBJ is the region’s leading news operation.
Michael Anthony Gray
Mr. Michael Anthony Gray, 67, died Wednesday, February 18, 2026, at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Memphis.
Crime Stoppers: Looking for information
Crime Stoppers and the Milan Police Department needs your help identifying these two punks.
Families make memories at Daddy-Daughter dance in Selmer
Local fathers danced the night away with their little princesses.
Lexington Utilities issues boil water notice
Boil Water Notice issued for Lexington Utilities customers in parts of Chester Co., Reagan, & Sardis experiencing low water pressure.
Notary sentenced to 57 months in prison for real estate fraud scheme
A Memphis woman who defrauded local homeowners in a real estate scheme has been sentenced to prison. Discover the details of the fraud and her sentencing.
Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church holds mobile food pantry distribution
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local church gives back to the community. Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church held a mobile food pantry distribution Thursday. This mobile pantry was for residents…
St. Jude president and CEO to step down
After years of remarkable growth at St. Jude, Dr. James R. Downing is transitioning from CEO in late 2026 to focus on the hospital’s global mission.
Jackson Police Department locates missing person; suspect in custody
The search for a missing Jackson man has ended in tragedy as human remains were located, and a suspect is now in custody. Get the latest on the ongoing investigation.
Civil rights icon Reverend Jesse Jackson has died at age 84.
Civil rights icon the Reverend Jesse Jackson has died at age 84.
731 Crime Stoppers: Cash Reward
I get asked all the time does Crime Stoppers really work?
Poll shows Blackburn holds strong lead in GOP Gubernatorial Primary
Tennesseans for Student Success (TSS), an education advocacy organization, yesterday released a new statewide poll in the Governor’s race.
Family loses everything in weekend house fire
One family lost everything in a weekend house fire in Humboldt.
Markeitha Rena Rigney
Ms. Markeitha Rena Rigney, 43, died Thursday, January 29, 2026, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital in Jackson. Services will be Saturday, February 14, 2026, at 1:00 P. M. at Rawls Funeral Home in Brownsville. Interment will be in Rosenwald Cemetery…
Damon Ricardo Lee
Mr. Damon Ricardo Lee, 50, died Sunday, February 1, 2026, at Haywood County Community Hospital in Brownsville. Services will be Saturday, February 14, 2026, at 11:00 A. M. at Rawls Funeral Home in Brownsville.…
Youth Villages to offer foster care virtual information sessions
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Youth Villages, a leader in children’s mental and behavioral health, is looking for compassionate individuals and families willing to open their home to children in the foster care system. Every day, youth ranging from newborns to teenagers,…
Lexington Utilities announces street closure
LEXINGTON, Tenn. - Lexington Utilities announced a street closure that is effective for Wednesday, February 4. Street Closure: North Broad Street Wednesday, February 4th, 2026Lexington Utilities will be performing street repairs on the Northbound lanes of North Broad Street near Hall…
Crime Stoppers seeking identity of steak thief suspect
JACKSON, Tenn. - Crime Stoppers is asking for the public's help in identifying a suspect believed to have stolen meat from Food Giant. According to Crime Stoppers, "On 12/11 a black female came into Food Giant with a white bag…
Doe’s announces closure
JACKSON, Tenn. - Doe's Eat Place announced its permanent closure on Facebook this weekend. We hate to make this post but Does Eat Place in Jackson TN will be permanently closed.This place has been more than just a restaurant.it’s been…
Cities and towns provide trash collection updates
Some West Tennessee cities and towns have provided updates on their trash pickup service schedules and plans due to weather: Bolivar - There will be no residential garbage collection on Monday, and only limited commercial garbage collection. The City of…
Madison Co Monday closures and phased reopenings
Out of an abundance of caution, Madison County Health will be closed on Monday, February 2. This includes WIC and the Rabies Center.
Hardin Co Fire responds almost 400 calls for service in 4 days
HARDIN COUNTY, Tenn. - Emergency crews in Hardin County are working tirelessly to respond to the emergencies and needs of its residents. According to the fire chief, the HCFD has responded to almost 400 calls in 4 days. Their…
Weather will not stop Eagle Fest this weekend at Reelfoot Lake
TIPTONVILLE, Tenn. - Reelfoot Lake State Park will reopen Friday, January 30, and is set to still host the Eagle Fest events scheduled for this weekend. Eagle Fest will provide visitors an opportunity to capture some beautiful photos of the…
Lexington Electric System provides power restoration update
LEXINGTON, Tenn. - Lexington Electric System provided an update regarding the progress in getting power restored to its residents impacted by the winter storm. As of Thursday, January 29, LES has a little over 2,000 customers remaining without power. This…
Sheriff’s Dept uses county inmates to help with storm recovery
HARDIN COUNTY, Tenn. - The Hardin County Sheriff's Department is using a crew of county inmates to assist in clearing roads and with storm recovery. The Sheriff's Department posted photos on their Facebook and said it is a collaboration between…
Boil Water Notice issued for Middleton to extend into next week
MIDDLETON, Tenn. - A Boil Water Notice has been issued for residents in Middleton, Tennessee and is expected to continue through next week. According to a notice posted on the city's Facebook, "the city of Middleton's water system is still…
Blackburn urges swift approval of Major Disaster Declaration request
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) led members of the Tennessee delegation in sending a letter to President Donald Trump urging his swift approval of Governor Bill Lee’s request for an Expedited Major Disaster Declaration for 23 Tennessee counties following significant impacts from…
Second Harvest Food Bank delivers meals to Hardin County residents in need
HARDIN COUNTY, Tenn. - Second Harvest Food Bank delivered boxed meals to Hardin County for residents impacted by the winter storm. The boxes are located at Hardin County High School, 1170 Pickwick Street, Savannah. The boxes were assembled by Project…
NWS warns of falling ice dangers
The National Weather Service is warning about the dangers of falling ice as the temperatures warm up and ice begins to melt. NWS reminds individuals that as the temperatures increase, it creates slabs of snow and ice that will slide…
Milan PD announces road closures
MILAN, Tenn. - The Milan Police Department announced that some roads will be closed while crews work to clear them. The Street Department will be working at the intersection of Kefauver Dr and Telecom Dr-roadway is not closed but please…
Selmer Utility provides water restoration and bottled water update
SELMER, Tenn. - The Selmer Utility Department (SUD) provided an update on their water restoration efforts and availability of bottled water. Selmer Utility Division customers — we’re making progress, but it’s slow! Silerton: Pressures still too low to fully restart…
Gov. Lee requests expedited Disaster Declaration for 23 counties
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – On January 28, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee requested President Donald J. Trump grant an Expedited Major Disaster Declaration for 23 Tennessee counties following significant impacts from the winter storm. The request seeks both Federal Emergency Management Agency…
Pickwick Electric provides Thursday morning update on power restoration
SELMER, Tenn. - Pickwick Electric Cooperative provided a status update as of 9 a.m. on Thursday, January 29, regarding efforts to restore power to individuals. Good morning. As of now, 12,400 PEC members remain without power. Restoration work continues, supported…
TDOT issues winter storm cleanup facts and update
NASHVILLE, Tenn. - As the impact of the winter storm response nears the 1-week mark, TDOT wants Tennesseans to feel informed about what’s happening where and why. Here’s answers to some of our most frequently asked questions: “Why is TDOT…
TN Dept of Health confirms 13 weather-related fatalities
NASHVILLE, Tenn. - The Tennessee Department of Health has confirmed 13-weather related fatalities in the state. Two fatalities in Cheatham Three fatalities in Davidson Two fatalities in Hardin One fatality in Haywood One fatality in Henderson One fatality Hickman One…
State provides storm recovery update as of Wednesday night
NASHVILLE, Tenn. - The State of Tennessee provided an update on the storm recovery efforts as of Wednesday night, January 28, 2026. The State Emergency Operations Center in Nashville remains activated at a Level 3 – State of Emergency to…
TVEC gives update on power outages
HARDIN COUNTY, Tenn. - The Tennessee Valley Authority (TVEC) provided a status update on the progress of restoring power in Hardin County. Winter Storm Update 1-29-2026 Hardin County Yesterday was a productive day. We were able to get all of…
Firefighters rescue ‘lifeless’ kitten in house fire
HARDIN COUNTY, Tenn. - The Hardin County Fire Department is doing more than rescuing people and putting out fires in this winter weather. According to the fire department, firefighters rescued a kitten from a house fire on Wednesday, January 28.…
JEA responds to assist Saltillo Water Department
Jackson Energy Authority stepped up to help their neighbors in a big way.
Hardin County closes Highway 69 at Bruton Branch to large trucks
HARDIN COUNTY, Tenn. - The Hardin County Fire Department has closed Highway 69 at Bruton Branch to all large trucks and 18-wheelers in order to allow utility crews to work to restore power. ROAD CLOSURE TO LARGE TRUCKS Highway 69…
Hardin EMA provides warming shelter update
HARDIN COUNTY, Tenn. - The Hardin County Emergency Management Agency provided an update on the county's warming shelters and information on what services and needs EMA cannot provide to residents. OUTSTANDING JOB, TVEC! All electrical companies are working as hard…
City of Jackson to extend emergency plan for freezing weather days
JACKSON, Tenn. – The City of Jackson in partnership with First United Methodist Church will extend emergency services to provide a Temporary Warming Center for homeless men, women and children for freezing weather days through Monday morning, February 2, 2026.…
JTA to operate on essential services only on Tuesday
JACKSON, Tenn. - The Jackson Transit Authority (JTA) will be operating on Tuesday, January 27. for essential service only. The lifts will be running from 6:00am – 6:00pm. The JTA business office will be closed. For the safety of our…
JEA sends crew to Lexington to assist in power restoration
JACKSON, Tenn. - The Jackson Energy Authority has fully restored all power to its customers, but it is not finished working in the weather to assist people in need. JEA posted that they were sending a crew to assist utility…
Jackson Regional Airport flights canceled for Tuesday
JACKSON, Tenn. - The Jackson Regional Airport announced on Monday that the severe winter weather has caused flights to be canceled. Jackson Regional Airport has been notified that Denver Air Connection (DAC) has canceled TUESDAY’S flights due to ongoing weather…
Area cities and towns provide road condition updates
Many cities, towns, and police departments in West Tennessee have provided road condition updates. ADAMSVILLE 2:30pm update on 01/26/2026 Power has been restored at the redlight to includes the majority of East Main Street, the Wesley Apartments, and Oakhaven…
Lexington PD provides road updates
LEXINGTON, Tenn. - The Lexington Police Department provided an update on road conditions as of Monday morning. Primary Road conditions remain very slick but are beginning to improve slowly. Secondary…
Jackson-Madison County Schools closed all week
JACKSON, Tenn. - Jackson-Madison County School System announced that all schools will be closed for the remainder of the week due to weather conditions. Jackson-Madison County Schools is prioritizing the safety of students, families, and employees due to current weather…
TN Attorney General issues guidance and tips on storm recovery
Nashville, TN - Severe winter storms have recently impacted communities across Tennessee, leaving many residents facing urgent recovery challenges. The Tennessee Attorney General’s Office urges all consumers to stay vigilant and informed as you navigate insurance claims, home repairs, vehicle purchases,…
