JACKSON, Tenn. -- "We feel optimistic that we will get it done, and when we do it will be a positive move," said JMCSS Superintendent Ray Washington. Madison Academic Magnet high school inches closer to…
MILLINGTON, Tenn. -- A late World War II veteran is being recognized for his heroism 70 years later. The family of Seaman First Class James Cunningham of Jackson met Saturday at the Navy Operational Support Center in Millington, where his…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The tax-free weekend is kicking off with shoppers flying to the stores in search of bargains and to avoid paying sales tax. Starting Friday, people across the state made their way to stores to save a little…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A Navy crew member of Jackson is honored more than 70 years later thanks to modern technology. The U.S. Navy says the USS Eagle P-E 56 was torpedoed by German…
HENDERSON CO., Tenn. -- Officials ask for help after discovering vandalism at a family-friendly lake. "Four-wheelers and trucks coming out and doing donuts in the grass, and we've tolerated that for a while…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Leaders of a local downtown business announce they are shutting down, at least for now. The Downtown Tavern has been located in downtown Jackson since 2004, but current owner Michelle James…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Local drivers are attempting to avoid the heavier traffic on North Highland Avenue. Some drivers have noticed the heavy amount of traffic, and some say they aren't too happy. "The traffic…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Last week, several people were arrested by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement here in the Hub City. Now two organizations are requesting more information regarding the ICE arrests. On Friday, July 12, the Madison County Sheriff's…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Tonight downtown Jackson was filled with crowds from across West Tennessee. The Amp at the Market was the place to be for family, fun, and music filled with riffs and runs.…
JACKSON, Tenn. --School starts back in less than a month and teachers in the Jackson-Madison County School System are looking to work with the school board for a successful year. Janis Carrol is…
LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- First responders swarmed Beech Lake in Lexington Tuesday night after a report of a possible drowning. Lexington police, Henderson County Emergency Management Agency and the Henderson County Fire Department were…
MADISON CO. Tenn. -- Thursday evening families from across West Tennessee traveled to the Hub City for the Firefighters Freedom Festival. "It's a no brainer. This thing is free of charge. Bring the…
MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has a new division to ensure health professionals stay lawful. Terry Reed is the Special Agent in Charge of the Medicaid Fraud Control Division for…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- This year The Amp is offering the public 10 free shows in their summer music series, and people from all across West Tennessee are showing up. "It's an awesome thing. I'm…
JACKSON, Tenn. --Thursday night, Jackson's city council agenda review committee met to discuss next Tuesday's city council meeting. "We have several things that are on the horizon. We have to look at our…
JACKSON, Tenn.-- "Music therapy is the most important thing that can benefit everyone. No matter who you are, no matter what your dealing with in your life. I think that music brings out the best in all of us," said…
DOWNTOWN JACKSON, Tenn. -- "She wants it bad enough to go to the gym 5 to 6 times a week," said Freda Morgan, "that's something... that's something for her." Morgan is the…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- It is the second round of competition as 36 contestants hit the stage. They are all competing for the title of Miss Tennessee Volunteer. Their supporters showed up in high numbers.…
NORTH JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local organization is working to keep Jackson beautiful. Wednesday afternoon, young people from across the Hub City met at 'The Farm' at the Casey Jones Village to…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- It's a full house Wednesday night at the Carl Perkins Civic Center for the first round of the 2019 Miss Tennessee Volunteer Scholarship Pageant. Supporters from across the…
EAST JACKSON, Tenn.-- This week, the Denise LaSalle summer blues camp was held at Lane College. Friday night, children from across West Tennessee gave their big performance. "My experience has been mind-blowing," said Gabriel…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Students from across West Tennessee are on their way to the nation's capital to learn about being leaders of the future. Every year, Tennessee's electric cooperatives take high school juniors to…
DOWNTOWN JACKSON, Tenn. -- Around 11 p.m. Wednesday, Jackson police arrived to 300 block of North Liberty Street where 23-year-old Ricky Maddox was laying the street suffering from gunshot wounds. Maddox was taken to…
HENDERSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- It just got a lot easier for people living in Lexington to stay connected. The city now has a Wi-Fi grant from the Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development,…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Two teenagers drowned in West Tennessee this week and now authorities are pushing safety measures. To prevent even more drownings from happening, it's important to be prepared.…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Thursday evening, the Jackson-Madison County School Board met to interview two candidates for an interim superintendent position. The candidates, Dr. Jared Myracle and Ray Washington, are both employees…
TRENTON, Tenn. -- In October, Investigators with the Trenton police department say 43-year-old Billy Smith died after being shot on Lexington Street in Trenton. Maxine Blakely is Smith's mother. She…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County School Board inches closer to finding an interim leader for the school district. In April, Jackson-Madison County School Superintendent Dr. Eric Jones announced he will be…
DYER COUNTY, Tenn. -- "It's hard knowing that I was once a mother, and now I'm not a mother," Raven Willis said. Lainey Willis was Raven Willis's first child, a mother-daughter…
CROCKETT CO., Tenn. -- Authorities with the Tennessee Highway Patrol say 19-year-old Christopher Kuykendall of Humboldt was killed Friday afternoon in a multi-vehicle crash. The accident involving three vehicles happened around…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Buckle up if you are hitting the road, or else you may face consequences. Officials with the Tennessee Highway Safety Office say last year, nearly 300…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- "Our fallen hero Trooper Matthew Gatti paid the greatest sacrifice of life… and of love for service and public safety," said Captain Jimmie Johnson with the Tennessee…
TENNESSEE -- "Wow that is super exciting and surprising," said Carmichael Crutchfield, reacting to finding out he had over $250 of unclaimed money. "I'm really shocked," said Crutchfield, "I was…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Family, friends and law enforcement gather to say goodbye to a Tennessee Highway Patrol trooper killed in the line of duty. "Trooper Gatti brought a youngness, a meekness,…
CHESTER CO., Tenn. --Most students across West Tennessee have their sights set on summer vacation. Unfortunately for one local school, students are focused on getting well. "I received word early…
NORTHWEST JACKSON, Tenn. -- "There wasn't a finer young man that could've married my daughter Anna, and I love him," Frankie Lax said. Frankie Lax is the father-in-law of Tennessee…
DOWNTOWN JACKSON, Tenn. -- Looking for a fun way to spend some Friday evenings under the stars this summer? Look no further than the heart of the Hub City. The Amphitheater…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Thursday evening Jackson's city council agenda review committee met to consider items for the May Jackson City Council meeting. One issue discussed was an amendment to the animal…
NORTH JACKSON, Tenn. -- As the warm weather is returning, so are the motorcyclists. Drivers are encouraged to 'Look Twice, Save a Life,' because May is motorcycle Safety Awareness Month. Sergeant Richard…
MCNAIRY CO., Tenn. -- Earlier this week, the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People held a news conference alleging that McNairy County Sheriff's deputy Mike Shipman "liked" a racist…
NORTH JACKSON, Tenn.-- It was a special day for a family from Milan, when Union University's Chi-Omega sorority partnered with Make-A-Wish to make 10-year-old Jay-da Dedmon's dream come true. "She's going…
MCNAIRY CO., Tenn. -- "We've come this morning to call to your attention and to protest racist discriminatory remarks," Tennessee State Conference President of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People Gloria Sweet-Love said.…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- House Bill 939, also known as the school voucher bill, has been going through several changes lately. "The administration and legislature has heard the concerns and I…
DOWNTOWN JACKSON, Tenn. -- "Yesterday the Western District of Tennessee participated in the largest coordinated law enforcement take down operation against medical professionals ever," said Mike Dunavant. Dunavant is the U.S.…
WEST JACKSON, Tenn.-- Many parents and Jackson Madison County school board members are still reeling in shock after a local superintendent decides to step down. "I regret to hear that Dr.…
NORTH JACKSON, Tenn. -- The ribbon is cut and Jackson's newest movie theater, The Empire 8, is officially open. Phil Zacheretti is the President and CEO of Phoenix Theatres Entertainment, and he…
MEDINA, Tenn. -- A man was allegedly speeding and led police on a car chase on Old Medina Road Friday night, and a WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News viewer witnessed it. "He…
EAST JACKSON, Tenn. -- "Tonight is about information, but it's also about inspiration," said Jackson State Community College President Dr. Allana Hamilton. Thursday night, Jackson State Community College hosted Country…
OBION CO., Tenn. -- A hemp facility will be making its way to West Tennessee. "This is a very unusual one. Normally, we get most of our referrals from the state…
OBION COUNTY, Tenn. -- 37-year-old Sterling Higgins died early Monday morning after an altercation at the Obion County Law Enforcement Complex. His family is wondering why. "It's all we ask…
