McNairy Co., Tenn.-- An overnight shooting in McNairy Co. prompts investigation. According to a news release from the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, special agents are investigating an officer-involved shooting that happened overnight…
JACKSON, Tenn. ---A convention was held in the Hub City. On Saturday, the Tennessee Constable Association held their state convention at the DoubleTree Hotel in Jackson. A large number of constables throughout…
SELMER, Tenn.--- An annual fun filled music event returns to McNairy county. The 14th annual Rockabilly Highway Revival was held on Saturday in downtown Selmer. The festival offered plenty of great music,…
JACKSON, Tenn.---In preparation of Flag Day, an organization plants over a hundred flags in the Hub city to honor veterans. The Daughters of the American Revolution are planting 176 flags at…
JACKSON, Tenn., ---A fishing rodeo happens in the Hub City. The City of Jackson Recreation and Parks Department and Madison County Parks and Recreation Office partnered together to host a fishing rodeo…
LEXINGTON, Tenn.---A local law enforcement department is engaging with the community through fishing. The Henderson County Sheriff's Department held a fishing rodeo Saturday. The "Cops and Bobbers" event allowed families to…
SUMNER CO., Tenn.--- TBI investigation leads to arrest of food bank employee. According to a TBI news release, a special investigation between TBI agents, Sumner County Sheriff’s Office, and Gallatin Police Department resulted in the arrest of a man accused…
BENTON CO., Tenn. — Death in Holladay under investigation. According to a news release, Benton County Sheriff’s Department and TBI are investigating a death that occurred in Holladay, Tennessee. Deputies were contacted with a request for a welfare check at…
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PHdyDlt7rFQ Hello everyone, we have a special video for you. Today, WBBJ 7's Entertainment Correspondent Eli McCaig was able to interview the on-set actor for Groot in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3's Austin Freeman. They spoke about about Austin…
Good morning West Tennessee! Rain and storms will return to the region this afternoon with chances lasting all throughout the week. Here's a look at temperatures for the next 24 hours. Thursday, June 1st was the start of Meteorological summer.…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The 2023 Summer Concert Series continued with LOLO Friday night! The second in this year's series saw her perform, with many in the community grabbing their…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- One organization held a big ceremony Friday to recognize the hard work of their members. The Tennessee Federation of Colored Women's and Youth Clubs Inc. held their 115th…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- In a little over a week, 51 contestants will walk the runways to claim the title of Miss Volunteer America. The Founder of Miss Volunteer America Pageant,…
GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- West Tennesseans came together to celebrate sports history. The 26th Gibson County Sports Hall of Fame Ceremony was held Friday night at Milan High School. This ceremony celebrates individuals from Gibson County schools that have excelled in…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Another local business was given the chance to announce their business near and far. The City of Jackson, Boren and Boyd, the Bank of Jackson, and WBBJ-TV…
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- The Stigall Center is planning to celebrate Juneteenth with a huge festival. This year's African American Heritage & Music Festival is set to take place in Viking Park, giving attendees the chance to check out more than…
UPDATE: CORINTH, Miss.---Stolen wrecker found in Mississippi. According to Robby Parker of Bob Parker's Service Center, the wrecker stolen from his shop early Friday morning was found. The wrecker was recovered…
https://youtu.be/uLGH2kP2ZtA WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News' very own Eli McCaig is here with a review of Paramount Pictures and Hasbros' Transformers: Rise of the Beasts. Optimus Prime and the Autobots take on their biggest challenge yet. When a new threat capable…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Three Jackson-Madison County students have received the Judy Renshaw Leadership Jackson Alumni Association Scholarship. Katie Alexander from Jackson Christian School, Zane Harrison from Augustine School, and Isabela Nolasco from Liberty Technology Magnet High School were all honored…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- TheLOCAL in downtown Jackson has welcomed two new businesses to their circle of small businesses. Sprinkle Me Sugar welcomes customers to experience a French treat. "I want someone to come in here and I want to make…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Madison County Budget Committee says that funding will be going to the school system for school resource officers. Thursday afternoon, a news release was provided to WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News stating in part: "In reviewing the…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Inmates at the Madison County Jail say they are frustrated with what they say are poor living conditions. WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News Reporter…
COUNCE, Tenn. -- Dozens of teams are preparing to grab their fishing rods and hit the water this weekend. Teams met up to check in for the third annual…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local church is teaching children about the gospel through fun activities. Englewood Baptist Church held their annual Vacation Bible School. This event is always held in the month of June. Vacation Bible School activities have been…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Habitat for Humanity's ReStore in Jackson is a place that stays involved with the community in various ways. That includes giving homeowners and business owners a safe place to…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A Jackson native was the highlight of a recent article published by the Navy. The article, created by Navy Office Of Community Outreach, features Petty…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Four days of gospel music is coming to downtown Jackson next month. The annual Jackson Sings the Gospel is set to be held in the Carl Perkins Civic Center in July from the 12th to the 15th.…
ALAMO, Tenn. -- One West Tennessee man is now behind bars. This arrest comes after almost a month of law enforcement investigating. According to a news release from authorities,…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Thousands have made their way out to vote so far for early voting, and you still have time to as well. Elections Administrator Lori Lott said early…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Rotary Club held a meeting at the First United Methodist Church on Wednesday, discussing the aftermath of the pandemic. Their guest speaker,…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local church had a surprise for many drivers Wednesday afternoon. Members of the SoulQuest Church held a gas giveaway at Northside Express on North Highland in…
ALAMO, Tenn. -- A man has been taken into custody following a break-in and sexual assault in Alamo. In May, the Crockett County Sheriff's Office notified the public of three separate break-ins in the City of Alamo. The sheriff's office…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Trash, potholes and crime are some of the top issues that have been reported recently, and the City of Jackson directly addressed the issue of trash…
ADAMSVILLE, Tenn. -- A local American Legion is holding its very own musical event. The American Legion Post 97 Jam is being held at the Hillbillys Wing Shack. Music includes: Eddie Long & Friends Lindsay Lawler Zack Hacker Davey Allen…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Several Tennessee State Parks are helping students with their Tennessee Promise. “Tennessee State Parks are happy once again to be involved in the Tennessee Promise program,” said David Salyers, commissioner of the Tennessee Department of Environment and…
MEDINA, Tenn. -- A tipster around 6:30 p.m. told WBBJ 7 Eyewitness that agents had breached a home in Medina. The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation reports that in May, a cybertip indicated that a person was offering to trade child sexual…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A new legislation has been introduced to help those who have been impacted by natural disasters. Congressman David Kustoff and Congresswoman Judy Chu filed the…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Rockabilly's hit the diamond for another big game in the Hub City. Fans made their way to the the Ballpark at Jackson to see the new Rockabillys in action. Players signed baseballs and t-shirts for…
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- An annual favorite is making a return: the 20th Highway 70 Yard Sale! The Highway 70 Yard Sale has been setting up every summer break for 20 years now. The fun keeps getting bigger, as more…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Exchange Club hosted a meeting with two special guest speakers. Tuesday, the Exchange Club had their meeting and invited Mayor Scott Conger and mayoral candidate…
JACKSON, Tenn. – A new academy is available in the Hub City. The AllStar Training Academy is now taking in students, and Reggie Carrick, the owner and director, shared what they do. “We provide forklift training and job placement, all…
WEAKLEY COUNTY, Tenn. -- Law enforcement is investigating a fatal shooting in Martin. The Weakley County Sheriff's Office reports that their deputies arrived at Haygood Road in Martin around 4:30 a.m. for a reported shooting incident. On the scene,…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A Field of Flags is set to be raised in downtown Jackson. According to a news release, the 17th annual Field of Flags will be placed for Flag Day…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A traveling education unit is bringing the community and its veterans together. On June 30 and July 1, Wreaths Across America's Mobile Education Unit will be stopping in Gleason and Union City. The exhibit is aimed at…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Highway 70 Yard Sale is returning for the 20th year. They have been setting up every summer break, and the fun keeps getting bigger as…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A new art studio for children held its open house on Monday. Egghead Arts is a new professional art studio and classroom of art located inside the Art on Shannon Studio in downtown Jackson. Egghead Arts…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Rockabillys have kicked off the season and are hosting events every home game of the season for fans to enjoy. From music to fireworks, The…
LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation reported Monday that one person was arrested during an ongoing investigation into fentanyl. In October of 2022, the TBI says the investigation into illicit drug sales in Henderson County began, with three…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A bill was signed in Jackson on Monday that will change Tennessee transportation forever. "The Transportation Modernization Act is a gamechanger for the State of Tennessee,…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County School System's Board members and others from the community came together to discuss amendments to current budgets. JMCSS Superintendent Dr. Marlon King shared on the…
