Top stories from West Tennessee in 2021
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Another year has come and gone, and WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News is highlighting the stories that made the year 2021 unique. In January of 2021, the first of the COVID-19…
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One arrested in Dec. 21 Tiptonville homicide
TIPTONVILLE, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has shared an update on a Dec. 21 homicide. The TBI reports that 49-year-old Willie L. Gates Jr. has been arrested in a double shooting at a home on Cherry Street in…
JPD vehicle involved in multi-car crash
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A Jackson police car involved in a crash on Friday. WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News received pictures with a Jackson police car being towed on North Highland near Vann Drive and the interstate. At least two other…
EMA director says prep for weekend storms is underway
GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- Storms could return to West Tennessee this weekend, and local emergency management agencies are preparing for any possible rescue. "Well we're doing our normal preparations, making sure that vehicles…
Residents and travelers alike prep for 2022
JACKSON, Tenn. -- It's almost the new year, and a lot of drivers are out for the holidays. A few shared their plans for 2022 with WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News Reporter Jeremy Jackson.…
Betty White dead at 99, weeks before 100th birthday
Multiple news outlets report Betty White has died at the age of 99. The "Golden Girls" actress died the morning of December 31, 2021, according to People. This comes just weeks before her 100th birthday on January 17. For more…
The year in photos: 2021 in West Tennessee
2022 is upon us and we're saying goodbye to another eventful year in West Tennessee. It was a year of uncertainty as the coronavirus pandemic continued to impact the world, we endured nationwide shortages and rising prices, and extreme…
Library preps community for 2022 with vision board
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County Library is helping some stay focused for the new year. "It's something that you can do that is constructive and kind of productive in a way that doesn't require you to have a lot…
3 arrested for allegedly looting, City of Dresden says
DRESDEN, Tenn. -- The City of Dresden says three people have been arrested for allegedly looting businesses hit by the Dec. 10 tornado. The city says two men were arrested on Thursday after allegedly being seen leaving Poppi's Pizzeria with…
New Year's Eve events in West Tennessee
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Whether it's bringing in the new year with dinner or a party, WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News Reporter Jessica Davis shared how local events are welcoming in 2022. "We're doing…
Vehicle pursuit begins in Madison Co., ends in Carroll Co.
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Highway Patrol has confirmed a multi-county pursuit has come to an end. THP says a pursuit began at the Haywood-Madison County line on Interstate 40 around 5 p.m. THP says the ground pursuit was cut…
Police chief looks back on career of Brownsville officer
BROWNSVILLE, Tenn. -- The City of Brownsville is mourning the loss of a local hero. The Brownsville Police Department lost an officer, but most importantly a friend: Sgt. Anthony "Tony" Rankin. Rankin…
'Not a trick': Local police to get residents home safe on New Year's Eve
JACKSON, Tenn. -- If you are planning to celebrate New Year's Eve night, local law enforcement want to make sure you have a safe ride. Several agencies, including Gibson County, Henderson County,…
Sorority shares the spirit of giving with various local organizations
JACKSON, Tenn. -- One local sorority is in the spirit of giving. Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated hosted an evening of giving Wednesday night. The event was held at Macedonia Baptist Church's Family Life Center. AKA donated proceeds from a…
9th annual Hub Classic held at Oman Area
JACKSON, Tenn. -- One local organization is hooping while helping the community. "This is one of our biggest fundraisers for Area Relief Ministries. We have high school basketball played after Christmas," said Fred…
