Adult seniors complete tech training program at South Jackson Community Center
Adult learners in Jackson are celebrating a big milestone in the digital age.
Author: WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News Staff
Mom told investigators she killed daughter to protect her from Elon Musk, authorities say
A mom in Wisconsin allegedly told investigators she killed her daughter to protect her from Elon Musk, according to authorities.
Hospital drops lawsuit against patient who refused to leave after being discharged nearly 6 months ago
A Florida hospital has dropped its lawsuit seeking to evict a patient who refused to vacate a room for months after she was discharged because, the hospital said, she finally left.
Man who crashed pickup into Michigan synagogue was inspired by Iran-backed Hezbollah, FBI says
A man who crashed his pickup truck into a Detroit-area synagogue earlier in March was carrying out an attack inspired by the Iran-backed militant group Hezbollah and had sought to inflict as much damage as possible, the FBI said Monday.
Trump threatens to ‘obliterate’ Iran’s energy sources
U.S. President Donald Trump on Monday threatened widespread destruction of Iran’s energy resources and other vital infrastructure, including desalination plants, if a deal to end the war with Tehran is not reached “shortly.”
Ja Morant makes donation for 11-year-old hit by car in Crockett County
Memphis Grizzlies player Ja Morant made a huge donation to support the child who was hit by a car in Crockett County.
$167M Powerball winner accused of breaking into home, stealing $12,000 before latest arrest
A man who won Kentucky’s $167 million Powerball last year is back in jail after allegedly burglarizing a home in Lexington, according to court documents.
Superhero Sanctuary hosts book signing for ‘The Adventures of Calvin and Calley’ in Bolivar
Superhero Sanctuary recently hosted a special book signing event for The Adventures of Calvin and Calley, bringing together families, readers, and community members for an afternoon centered on children’s literacy, storytelling, and local support.
Children playing near creek discover skull; nearly 50 human bones uncovered, coroner says
South Carolina authorities are investigating after a group of children discovered skeletal remains while playing Sunday afternoon.
AAA: Tennessee gas prices fall one penny
Gas prices across Tennessee moved less expensive last week for the first time in nearly four weeks.
Mugshots: Madison County: 3/27/26 – 3/30/26
The people in this gallery were booked into and/or released from the Madison County Jail between 12 a.m. on 3/27/26 and 12 a.m. on 3/30/26.
The Final Four is set with UConn stunning Duke to join Illinois, Arizona and Michigan
The Final Four is set. Illinois will face UConn and Michigan will take on Arizona next Saturday, with the winners squaring off two nights later for the national title.
Thieves steal truck with more than 413,000 KitKat candy bars, Nestlé says
Swiss food giant Nestlé says about 12 tons, or 413,793 candy bars, of its KitKat chocolate brand were stolen after leaving its production site in Italy.
Meet the Artemis crew in NASA’s first astronaut mission to the moon in more than a half-century
The four astronauts making NASA’s next lunar leap bear little resemblance to the Apollo era.
Parents following school bus on field trip capture deadly collision on dashcam video
According to Xaviel and Rosalee Lugo, their eighth-grader, Xelani, was excited to be on a field trip with her class heading to the Greenpower USA Toyota Hub City Grand Prix.
Iran warns US ground troops would be ‘set on fire’ as regional diplomats meet on the war
A top Iranian official has warned the U.S. against any ground invasion as regional diplomats meet in Pakistan in a push to end the war.
2 women indicted after 5-year-old dies of starvation, authorities say
Raven Rogers and Saliyah Ferguson are charged in connection with the death of Jaedah Robinson. Rogers is Jaedah’s mother.
Tiger Woods is facing an uncertain future off the golf course after his DUI arrest in Florida
Tiger Woods is out of jail and headed for more uncertainty.
Easter Eggstravaganza returns to Jackson with family fun
Madison County and Jackson Parks and Recreation Department presented the annual Easter Eggstravaganza Saturday.
Minister arrested after alleged inappropriate contact at McDonald’s
According to the Douglas Police Department, 63-year-old Keith Lamar Brinson has been charged with simple battery in connection with the investigation.
What to know about Trump’s order to pay TSA officers and its impact on airport security lines
President Donald Trump has signed an executive order to pay Transportation Security Administration officers
Montgomery County middle school students were headed to attend Grand Prix event in Jackson through STEM program, parent says
A parent whose child was reportedly on the Clarksville-Montgomery County School System’s bus that was involved in a fatal crash in Carroll County on Friday has confirmed to WSMV4 details about the trip the students were on.
14-year-old running for governor is the first teen to get on Vermont’s general election ballot
Looking back, gubernatorial candidate Dean Roy says his political ambitions started in the eighth grade. And by that he means, last year.
State, local leaders react to fatal Carroll County crash involving Montgomery County middle school bus
At least one person is dead and several injuries are being reported after a Montgomery County middle school bus and a dump truck collided in Carroll County Friday afternoon.
Daughter reunites with mother who went missing 24 years ago while Christmas shopping: ‘It was wild’
A woman in North Carolina was reunited with her mother who went missing 24 years ago.
3 drug dealers sentenced to federal prison for conspiracy to distribute methamphetamine in Henry, Carroll counties
Danny Trotter, 51, Carla Stout, 38, and Randi Black, 40, have been sentenced for their roles in engaging in a monthslong conspiracy to distribute methamphetamine in Henry and Carroll counties.
Student loan borrowers under Biden-era plan directed to prepare for repayments
More than 7 million student loan borrowers who have been enrolled in a Biden-era repayment plan will receive notices beginning Friday with instructions to seek a new plan to repay their debt, the Education Department said.
Tiger Woods arrested for DUI after rollover crash in Florida, authorities say
Golf legend Tiger Woods was reportedly involved in a rollover crash in Florida on Friday.
83-year-old man shoved onto subway tracks dies, prompting murder charge for alleged assailant
A man shoved onto the subway tracks in Manhattan last weekend has died from his injuries and his alleged assailant is now facing charges, authorities in New York City said Thursday.
Mom accused of murder after infant found stabbed, declared dead at hospital: authorities
Authorities in North Carolina said a mother was facing a murder charge in connection with a child who died Thursday.
Taylor Swift wins 7 awards at the 2026 iHeartRadio Music Awards
Taylor Swift won seven awards at the iHeartRadio Music Awards Thursday.
Mugshots: Madison County: 3/26/26 – 3/27/26
The people in this gallery were booked into and/or released from the Madison County Jail between 5 a.m. on 3/26/26 and 7 a.m. on 3/27/26.
Navy airlifts disabled veteran, service dog from flooded home in dramatic helicopter rescue
A disabled Army veteran and four others were rescued by a Navy helicopter crew after last week’s storm flooded his Hawaii home and left them stranded.
Business owner forgives man who broke into her store: ‘This is what you needed’
A business owner in Baltimore was the victim of a robbery that was captured on security video last fall.
Trump signs executive action to pay TSA workers after Congress fails to agree on DHS funding
President Donald Trump said Thursday that he will sign an emergency order to pay Transportation Security Administration agents as Congress struggles to reach a funding deal.
Work begins for first Buc-ee’s location in West Tennessee
Work is finally underway for a future Buc-ee’s location in Fayette County.
Jackson Christian School hosts career fair
Students at Jackson Christian School got a lesson you won't find in a textbook Thursday.
Bill requiring colleges to adopt certain free-speech protections, known as Charlie Kirk Act, passes TN Senate
A bill called the Charlie Kirk Act passed in the Tennessee Senate on Thursday.
Netflix raising prices on all streaming plans for 2nd time in just over a year
Netflix is once again raising its prices, marking the second increase in just over a year.
Quadruple amputee cornhole player waives extradition hearing in fatal shooting case
A professional cornhole player who’s also a quadruple amputee waived his right to an extradition hearing on Thursday, as authorities seek to move him from Virginia to Maryland, where he faces charges of fatally shooting a passenger in the front seat of a car he was driving during an argument.
New COVID-19 variant, ‘Cicada,’ spreading in US, health officials say
Health officials are closely watching a new COVID-19 variant after a rise in cases.
Jackson State faculty member named Advisor of the Year
Jason Keeton, M.A.T., Associate Professor of Biology at Jackson State Community College (JSCC), has been named the Statewide Outstanding Achievement Recognition (SOAR) Advisor of the Year.
Jury convicts man of 2022 Ripley murder; 2 children injured
A Ripley man has been convicted and sentenced in connection with a 2022 shooting that killed one man and injured two children.
TSA boss warns of airport shutdowns as Homeland Security funding fight drags on
The Transportation Security Administration may have to shut down operations at some airports if the budget impasse drags on, the agency’s acting head said Wednesday, even as record wait time for travelers did little to end the standoff over the funding fight in Congress.
Transgender women athletes banned from women’s Olympic events by new IOC policy
Transgender women athletes are now excluded from women's events at the Olympics after the IOC agreed to a new eligibility policy on Thursday which aligns with U.S. President Donald Trump’s executive order on sports ahead of the 2028 Los Angeles Games.
US Army raises enlistment age limit, eases marijuana policies
The U.S. Army is raising its maximum enlistment age while loosening rules for recruits with certain drug convictions.
Tennessee Tourism unveils what’s new this spring
Spring wildflowers bloom and the outdoors beckon. Making Magic in the Mountains, a live mural painting festival, Cork to Fork Culinary Trail experience on the Tennessee Whiskey Trail, Hot Slaw & Art Y’all, Dolly’s Life of Many Colors Museum, new restaurants, speakeasies and iconic anniversaries abound.
Mugshots: Madison County: 3/25/26 – 3/26/26
The people in this gallery were booked into and/or released from the Madison County Jail between 5 a.m. on 3/25/26 and 8 a.m. on 3/26/26.
U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn touts Pres. Trump’s ‘Memphis Safe Task Force’ impact
Senator Blackburn touts Pres. Trump's 'Memphis Safe Task Force' impact
Local woman honored with portrait, highlighting her contributions to local theatre arts
Pat Alford honored with portrait at The Ned
