JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Police Department is investigating a shooting that took place in the parking lot of a local retailer. According to the officials with the Jackson Police Department, around 7:50 p.m. on Thursday, one person was…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Highway Patrol has released a preliminary report on Wednesday's fatal crash on Interstate 40. The THP report says that a 2019 Ford Transit was traveling in the eastbound lane of the interstate when it crossed…
PARIS, Tenn. -- The Henry County Medical Center welcomed eight new third-year medical students. The students come from Lincoln Memorial University’s DeBusk College of Osteopathic Medicine back in July, a…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Velvet Hunt is on in the state of Tennessee! The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency officially designated an "antlerless-only" hunt, but since this time of year the antlers of…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- New guidance has been given by state agencies on fentanyl. A news release from the Tennessee Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services says that illicit fentanyl cannot be absorbed through the skin or from touching…
MCKENZIE, Tenn. -- Funeral services have been planned for fallen Tennessee Highway Patrol Sergeant Harold Lee Russell, II. The funeral will take place Sunday, August 28 at Long Heights Baptist Church in McKenzie. Services will begin at 3 p.m. Sgt.…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The American Heart Association is helping combat CPR health inequities for women. Dr. Marina Del Rios says women, especially in the Hispanic and Black demographic, are at a higher…
GREENFIELD, Tenn. -- The Greenfield Fire Department is hosting the 34th Fire Prevention Festival in October. The festival will continue span from Oct. 3…
PARIS, Tenn. -- The numbers are in, and they show the economic impact of the Tennessee River Jam. A news release says the June event brought an economic impact of over $2,568,000, with 13,000 attending the jam. They estimate that the…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- LIFELINE Blood Services has received a donation from the West Tennessee Healthcare Foundation. LIFELINE says it was given a professional medical-grade refrigerator with advanced monitoring and control. LIFELINE officials say this will help them keep samples longer. “A…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County Library is hosting an event for authors in September. The library says its annual Local Author Event will allow authors to meet fellow authors, talk with readers and sell their books. The library says…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Have a photo that shows off Tennessee hunting, fishing or wildlife? You may want to share it with the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency. The TWRA is hosting its 2023 photo contest. The TWRA says photographers can send…
DRESDEN, Tenn. -- After all hope was lost, a tornado victim in Dresden was given her life back on Wednesday. "I went from being homeless, and these people gave me a…
CHESTER COUNTY, Tenn. -- Authorities continue to search for a man who escaped from the Chester County jail on Wednesday. 40-year-old Aurelius Crayton is wanted by the U.S. Marshals for escape from a penal…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A movie night will be held at The AMP this weekend to celebrate an upcoming performance in the Hub City. "The Wiz, Jr." will hit the stage at The Ned…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Tennessee's total ban on abortion is set to take effect Aug. 25. It's been two months since Roe v. Wade was overturned, and Tennessee has been without…
HUNTINGDON, Tenn. -- The City of Huntingdon honored a respected member of their community. Huntingdon Mayor Dale Kelley died on Saturday. Family, friends and colleagues came to pay their respects and…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- A new series highlighting Tennessee music is here! The Tennessee Department of Tourist Development and Armchair Productions have launched a podcast series called “Tennessee Music Pathways.” The series takes listeners from Memphis, Jackson, Brownsville, Nashville and more,…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Dunkin' has launched a treat for fans of the Tennessee Titans. Dunkin' says until Aug. 31, you can buy a Titans Donut while supplies last at participating locations. It comes with vanilla icing topped with blue sprinkles! Unfortunately,…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Chapter of the National Alliance on Mental Illness is encouraging people who are experiencing mental health crises to use a valuable and potentially lifesaving resource. The new 988 phone number will connect callers with mental…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson State Community College says it will be offering one-day training events in September. Jackson State says training will include basic and advanced learning for QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel, blueprint readying, project management, and PowerPoint. You can…
UPDATE: CHESTER COUNTY, Tenn. -- US Marshals have released video surveillance showing Aurelius Crayton after he escaped on Wednesday. Marshals say a second image shows Crayton in a red shirt that…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Transit Authority is welcoming some new additions to its fleet. JTA launched five new 30-foot buses into service on Wednesday. A ceremony was held at JTA's Transfer Center, located at 431 East Main Street,…
MUNFORD, Tenn. -- A 13-year-old boy is missing from the Tipton County area. According to the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, Jacob Chilton has been missing since August 19. Chilton is 5'7"…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A wreck on Interstate 40 closed both lanes of traffic in Madison County Wednesday morning. The wreck occurred near mile marker 88 and involved multiple vehicles, including semi-trucks.…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The pet industry is booming as more people consider their furry companions as part of their family. Experts say technology is fueling the trend as new gadgets and devices…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Police Department confirms the conclusion of two separate missing person cases. According to police, 64-year-old Jackie Edwards and 68-year-old Douglass Reasons have both been found safe. Edwards was reported as missing in the Jackson area…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- School is back in session, but the U.S. is entering the new semester with around 300,000 staffing vacancies nationwide. National Education Association President Becky Pringle spoke with us about…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- New businesses are coming to the downtown Jackson area. The three new businesses are coming to theLOCAL, a space in downtown where micro-business owners get a…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A Jackson restaurant threw a party and invited their customers! Redbone's Restaurant in Jackson is celebrating another year in business, and held a Sweet 16 party Tuesday evening, celebrating 16 years serving their customers. The restaurant…
UPDATE: (8/24/22) -- The Jackson Police Department confirms Douglass Reasons has been found safe. JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Police Department is asking people to be on the lookout. The department says that 68-year-old Douglass Ray Reasons walked away from…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local medical group is expanding. West Tennessee Medical Group GYN specialists held an open house to celebrate a new facility in partner with West Tennessee Healthcare. The…
DYERSBURG, Tenn. -- A statewide tour promoting the University of Tennessee Promise began on Tuesday. UT President Randy Boyd traveled to seven area high schools to increase awareness about the UT…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- There is a new way to help those with food insecurity. The City of Jackson, in partnership with JACOA and First United Methodist downtown, will be unveiling two…
UPDATE: (8/24/22) -- The Jackson Police Department confirms Jackie Edwards has been found safe. JACKSON, Tenn. -- In early August, one family had a growing suspicion when they realized they haven't heard…
JACKSON, Tenn. – Jackson Mayor Scott Conger has announced is running for office once again. Conger announced his decision on Tuesday, while also…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Police Department says a baby is safe after allegedly being taped by their hands, feet and mouth. In a Facebook post, the department says that they were notified of possible child abuse from photos…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A meeting was held at the Jackson Chamber Tuesday to continue talks on creating a safe, but fun, center for teenagers. Sabrina Blue, the Chair of the…
TUPELO, Miss. -- A 20-year-old from Nashville is getting a clean-up bill for allegedly spray-painting a bridge. The National Park Service says that the man was seen by one of…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- A Michigan business is expanding into Madison County. A news release from Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development says that Ventcon, Inc. is setting up at 130 Beasley Street in Jackson. The site will be home…
BROWNSVILLE, Tenn. -- The Brownsville-Haywood County Animal Shelter is seeking help from the community to curb their capacity levels. Tiffany Locke with the shelter says they are currently over capacity for both…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- An annual publication detailing the volume and nature of hate crimes in the state has been released by The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation's Statistical Analysis Center. The report uses data submitted to the TBI through its Tennessee…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Tennessee Secretary of State Tre Hargett is launching the 2022 College Voter Registration Competition. Tennessee colleges and universities are invited to participate in the event this September, recognized as National Voter Registration Month. Participating schools can earn…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Over the 2021-22 school year, Jackson-Madison County School System students saw tremendous growth from the previous year. This increased Jackson's school ratings to a 'Level 5' school district.…
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- A travelers best choice is ready to take flight. Monday, the Roasted Bean Coffee Shop celebrated the grand opening of their newest location at McKellar-Sipes Regional…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Members of the National Legacy Run are continuing to pay tribute to veterans across the nation. The roar of hundreds of motorcycles rolled on to the roadway headed…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Texas Roadhouse hosted a charity event called the Battle of the Badges on Monday. It kicked off with a rib eating contest between the Jackson Police Department…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The City of Jackson held its first Community Clean-Up Day event. The event was held Monday, and was aimed at…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- In early August, the Biden administration declared monkeypox as a public health emergency. On Friday, the Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department announced that the county had one confirmed monkeypox…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The community is being invited to remember victims of drug overdoses. A candlelight vigil is being held at Unity Park on South Highland Avenue on Aug. 31 at 7 p.m., according to a news release. “Overdose can…
