1lb of meth, large bag of fentanyl pills found along Gibson County road
Authorities seize a large amount of drugs found on the side of a road.
Author: Kyle Peppers
Severe weather shelters to open Wednesday
The City of Jackson has confirmed the Carl Perkins Civic Center will open as a severe weather shelter on Wednesday evening.
Meet the cast of ‘Napoleon Dynamite’ at screening in Henderson
"Gosh!" -- Movie fans in West Tennessee may want to check out an upcoming event celebrating an indie classic.
Cardboard Boat Regatta to set sail at Discovery Park
The Discovery Park of America will host its 11th annual Cardboard Boat Regatta on Saturday, May 11.
Mutt Strut & Pawpalooza takes over Beech Lake this Saturday
A favorite event for animal lovers in the Lexington area is returning to scenic Beech Lake this weekend.
Tennesseans most interested in eating cicadas, data suggests
Experts expect trillions of cicadas to emerge this Spring in what some are calling the "Cicadapocalypse."
UPDATE: Man released from medical facility found safe
A search is on for a Jackson-area man who has gone missing in Memphis.
Bee Fest returns to Pinson Mounds May 18
Have you heard the buzz? A festival is returning this month to Pinson Mounds local State Park.
Woman faces multiple drug charges after traffic stop arrest
A traffic stop leads to the arrest of a woman on multiple drug charges.
Shooting investigation underway in McKenzie
An early morning shooting in McKenzie leaves one seriously injured.
Woman pleads guilty, sentenced to 8 years for aggravated sexual battery of a minor
A woman has been sentenced to eight years in prison for a sex crime involving a child.
Armed robber steals money, vape cartridges from convenience store
Police are investigating an armed robbery at a West Tennessee convenience store.
JMCSS student art show and auction to be held Tuesday
An upcoming event is sure to spark the interest of art lovers!
Man behind bars for vehicular homicide in Madison County
A man is behind bars after being indicted for vehicular homicide and several other charges.
UPDATE: More details confirmed in teacher’s assault arrest
A West Tennessee educator was taken into custody after allegations of an assault involving a student.
Evening shooting kills one in east Jackson
A Monday night shooting in east Jackson leaves one dead.
Family searching for missing man last seen in March
A search is on for a missing man who hasn't been seen since last month.
Firefighters rescue four dogs from burning home
Family pets were saved from a house fire Monday afternoon in Gibson County.
Wreck in Chester County leads to multiple injuries
A wreck involving multiple injuries took place late Monday morning in Chester County.
22-year-old dies in morning wreck in Henderson County
A wreck Friday morning claimed the life of a young man in Henderson County.
1 injured in east Jackson shooting, investigation underway
Police are investigating a Thursday night shooting that left one injured.
Christian artist, ‘American Idol’ alum Mandisa dies at 47
Christian recording artist and former "American Idol" contestant Mandisa has died at age 47.
Series of auto burglaries reported in Jackson
Several WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News Tipsters have reached out to us this month regarding auto burglaries in the Hub City.
Dispute involving knife threat leads to suspect arrested
A suspect is arrested after allegedly threatening others with a knife in Crockett County.
Southwest Human Resource Agency is taking applications for Chester County Head Start
The Southwest Human Resource Agency is taking applications for Chester County Head Start.
Men ‘posing as a female’ arrested after undercover operation
Two men and a juvenile were arrested after authorities say they were posing as a female with the intent to rob citizens.
Paris prepares for return of World’s Biggest Fish Fry
The World's Biggest Fish Fry is returning to Paris, Tennessee this month!
Women veterans sought to honor at upcoming ceremony
The Jackson-Madison Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) is seeking women veterans to honor.
Texas man arrested in Jackson, 73 pounds of fentanyl seized
A Sheriff’s Deputy made a traffic stop in Jackson that led to the discovery of seventy-three pounds of Fentanyl pills.
Drug bust leads to arrest with help of K9
A man is arrested after a drug bust Thursday night in Decatur County.
Man arrested for DUI, multiple drug charges at sobriety checkpoint
A man is arrested for DUI and multiple drug charges.
Crime Stoppers seek ID of suspects who stole $8k worth of perfume, cologne
Authorities are seeking information on a pair of suspected perfume thieves.
Sea of Blue held for Gibson County Deputy Gene Skinner
The Gibson County Sheriff's Department honored one of their own.
Stabbing leaves one man injured, investigation ongoing
An investigation is underway after a man was injured in a stabbing on Sunday.
Pauline Pusser remains returned to gravesite
Pauline Pusser's remains have been returned to her gravesite at Adamsville Cemetery.
Shooting involving off-duty Jackson Police officer under investigation by TBI
An investigation is underway into a Friday night shooting involving an off-duty officer of the Jackson Police Department.
Solar Eclipse: What you need to know
The 2024 Solar Eclipse will arrive Monday, April 8.
Suspect at large after 1 injured in evening shooting
Authorities are investigating a Wednesday night shooting that left one injured.
First responders called to train, car collision in Humboldt
First responders were on the scene of a train and car collision Wednesday night.
Woman arrested after meth, other drugs found in traffic stop
Police arrest a woman after a traffic stop leads to the discovery of numerous drugs.
Public storm shelters open due to storm threat
The Milan Police Department confirms the FEMA building has opened to the public due to the threat of severe weather.
UPDATE: Suspect wanted for attempted murder after stabbing captured
Authorities are seeking a suspect's location after a stabbing in one local city.
UPDATE: Carroll County Sheriff’s Office locates missing woman
The Carroll County Sheriff's Office needs assistance in locating a missing woman.
Identities released of adult, child pulled from Tennessee River on Wednesday
Identities have been confirmed following two bodies recovered from the Tennessee River on Wednesday.
UPDATE: Child’s body pulled from Tennessee River, adult body located
A child's body has been pulled from the Tennessee River, according to WOPC.
2 arrested after LSD, meth, marijuana found in home search
Two men were arrested after a search warrant led to the discovery of numerous drugs.
Operation Clean Streets: Jackson continues crackdown on littering
On Tuesday, the Jackson Police Department reported success in identifying suspects in recent illegal dumping incidents.
All-terrain wheelchairs offered at Tennessee State Parks
Exploring the great outdoors at Tennessee's State Parks has become easier for those with accessibility needs.
Convicted felon arrested after seizure of drugs, stolen firearm
A convicted felon was arrested after the seizure of drugs and a stolen firearm.
‘Barney’ bust: Drug Task Force makes arrests, seizes drug new to the area
A local drug task force seizes a drug new to the West Tennessee area during a recent investigation.
