JACKSON, Tenn. -- One organization, known for its charity efforts during this time of year officially rings in the holidays. The local Salvation Army kicked off both its Red Kettle and the Angel…
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Angel Tree Campaign – Help provide the magic of Christmas to an underprivileged child this season by adopting an Angel with the Salvation Army's Angel Tree program. Trees are located in front of JC Penney inside Old Hickory Mall, Walmart…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- As the holiday season arrives, so too does an annual Hub City tradition. Shadrack's Christmas Wonderland opened Friday for their 2018 season. The attraction includes over a mile of custom LED displays set to music. The display…
MILAN, Tenn. -- Police say they are searching for a man in connection with the theft of a truck. Surveillance video shows the man police are trying to find. If you have information that could help, call the Milan Police…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Police are investigating a Friday evening shooting near downtown Jackson. Police say a victim suffered serious injuries in the shooting that occurred in the 200 block of Middle Avenue. Officers responded around 6:20 p.m. to a…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Police responded Friday afternoon to a two-vehicle crash in north Jackson. Police say the crash happened around 2:30 p.m. on Ridgecrest Road near Campbell Street. Officers responded to a wreck with injuries reported, but the extent of…
SAVANNAH, Tenn. -- One person is injured after a small explosion Friday afternoon in Savannah. A city of Savannah employee was working on a gas line on Pickwick Road near St. Mary's Catholic Church when officials say there was a small…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Road construction over the weekend will close lanes on the 45 Bypass and Interstate 40. On Saturday, Nov. 17, both the northbound and southbound lanes will be closed on…
The people in this gallery were booked into the Madison County Jail between 7 a.m. on 11/15/18 and 7 a.m. on 11/16/18. Their inclusion only indicates they were booked into the jail and does not indicate guilt.
MARTIN, Tenn. -- A Martin man is charged with statutory rape by an authority figure after an investigation by the Weakley County Sheriff's Office. The Sheriff's Office said in a news release Friday that 32-year-old John Walter Overcash, of Martin,…
JACKSON, Tenn.--There are more lane closures coming along Interstate 40 in north Jackson heading into the weekend. Expect lane closures beginning Friday morning between 5 a.m. and 6 a.m. Lanes will be intermittently closed down for Jackson Energy Authority to…
JACKSON, Tenn.--Santa wasn't the only thing that had people racing to the Ballpark at Jackson, Thursday night. In preparation for Shadrack's Christmas Wonderland, the Jackson Generals hosted a one-of-a-kind 'Christmas Lights Fun Run.' All proceeds from the event went to…
JACKSON, Tenn.--Get ready to shop until you drop. The 48th annual University School of Jackson's Holiday Mart began setting up Thursday night at the Carl Perkins Civic Center. All proceeds will go…
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn.--It's now exactly one week until Thanksgiving, but Thursday night it came early, thanks to the work of one local church. St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church in south Madison County…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- "Just look into your hearts see what leads you to do something special for someone," Jimmy Sadler said. Every year before the holiday season, Sadler gets into the holiday spirit by giving back to those less fortunate.…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County library is having fun activities for cold, snowy days like Thursday. People took time this afternoon to stop by the library downtown for some traditional resources.…
CARROLL COUNTY, Tenn. -- A Camden woman was killed Thursday morning in a crash on Highway 70 near Bruceton. According to a Tennessee Highway Patrol crash report, 24-year-old Megan Cox, of Camden, was killed in the two-vehicle crash. The report…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The U.S. Marshals Service and Jackson police are searching for a fugitive from Bolivar. Ereo Scates is wanted for firearms violations, possession of narcotics and violation of probation, according to the U.S. Marshals Service. He should…
LAWRENCEBURG, Tenn. -- A man suspected in the rape of a young child in Middle Tennessee has been added to the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation's Top 10 Most Wanted. Simon Porter may be driving a green Chevy S-10 pickup…
MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- FedEx informed customers Thursday that the FedEx Express hub in Memphis experienced disruptions due to winter weather. A service alert says the hub experienced "substantial disruptions" Wednesday night. They say delays are possible for package deliveries across…
The people in this gallery were booked into the Madison County Jail between 7 a.m. on 11/14/18 and 7 a.m. on 11/15/18. Their inclusion only indicates they were booked into the jail and does not indicate guilt.
JACKSON, Tenn.--A man is now facing charges after a robbery and attempted robbery, both at two north Jackson businesses earlier this month. Erskine Curry is charged with aggravated robbery and attempted aggravated robbery after police say he demanded money from…
The following schools will be closed due to weather on Thursday, Nov. 15: Alamo City School Augustine Schools Barber School Bells City Schools Benton County Schools Bradford Special School District Carroll Academy Carroll County Schools Chester County Schools Christ Classical…
You can find information about road conditions across Tennessee by dialing 511 or by visiting the Tennessee 511 website.
Snow falls around 2:30 Wednesday afternoon outside the WBBJ-TV station in east Jackson. JACKSON, Tenn. -- Many residents across West Tennessee started to see snow coming down Wednesday afternoon. Snow started falling…
The people in this gallery were booked into the Madison County Jail between 7 a.m. on 11/13/18 and 7 a.m. on 11/14/18. Their inclusion only indicates they were booked into the jail and does not indicate guilt.
The following schools and organizations have announced closures and cancellations for Wednesday, Nov. 14. Schools: Bradford Special School District dismissing at 2 p.m. Chester County Schools dismissing at 2 p.m. Community Montessori dismissing at 2 p.m. Dyer County Schools dismissing…
BROWNSVILLE, Tenn.--The Brownsville City Council met Tuesday night to discuss financing and upcoming holidays. The 2017 audit report was presented at the regularly scheduled board meeting. The audit found no suspicious…
JACKSON, Tenn.--Two overturned trailers caused major delays on a major highway Tuesday night. At 8:30, the Tennessee Highway Patrol says a driver in a pick-up trailer pulling an RV struck an abandoned vehicle on Interstate 40-East at mile marker 74.…
CROCKETT COUNTY, Tenn. -- A local restaurant gives back to the community. Front Porch Restaurant in Bells served free early Thanksgiving lunches Tuesday. This is the fifth year they served free meals. Employees say…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Second Harvest Food Bank has opened a new facility in Camden. A ribbon cutting was held in Benton County for the new Second Harvest Food Bank facility. The nearly 26,000-square-foot distribution center will serve 40,000 people in…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Students at one local school are hoping to make a difference in their community. A group of third graders at Community Montessori School in Jackson are building a "Little Free Library" for the community. The students have…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A prominent Jackson business leader has passed away. Jonathan Harlan died Tuesday, according to an obituary listing on the website of George A. Smith & Sons Funeral Home. He was 55 years old. Harlan was the founder…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Police say a man who was reported missing last weekend has been found. Lester Perry, 70, of Jackson, has been located, according to a release from the Jackson Police Department. Perry had been reported missing Saturday.…
Violation The people in this gallery were booked into the Madison County Jail between 7 a.m. on 11/09/18 and 7 a.m. on 11/13/18. Their inclusion only indicates they were booked into the jail and does not indicate guilt.
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A former bookkeeper at West Bemis Middle School has been indicted on a theft charge and is accused of stealing more than $15,000 from the school. Judy Hale was indicted Oct. 29 by the Madison County…
UPDATE: Police say Lester Perry has been located. See the updated story here. Original story: JACKSON, Tenn.--The Jackson Police Department is asking for your help finding a missing man. 70-year-old Lester Perry was last seen Saturday, November 10. Perry…
JACKSON, Tenn.--An internationally recognized Irish folk musician and band performed at a local college Monday night. Paul Brock and his band performed at Jackson State Community College in Ayers Auditorium. As…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- One organization is asking for your help sending Christmas cheer across the world. "A doll, a soccer ball, something that will catch the child's attention, and then we put…
Times and locations of drop offs for Operation Christmas Child shoe boxes: Jackson: First Baptist Church, 1627 North Highland Ave. Monday, Nov. 12 and Tuesday, Nov. 13 - 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 14 through Friday, Nov.…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson State Community College held its own ceremony Monday to honor those who have served. The program honored many veterans working and studying at the college. Veterans from different military…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The University School of Jackson will host their 48th annual Holiday Mart this week. This is the school's largest fundraiser, featuring over 125 merchants plus several special events. The event starts with a preview party at 6…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- This Veterans Day, the Tennessee Department of Agriculture wants you to know the state has more than 400 farmer veterans you can support. Tennesseans can find their products by looking for the "Homegrown by Heroes" label in…
UPDATE: Traffic will continue to move slowly Monday afternoon as crews clear the scene of a Monday morning wreck on Interstate 40 near mile marker 88. Lanes will open and close during a…
