Man charged in east Jackson home invasion
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A Jackson man accused of forcing his way into an east Jackson home in October appeared in court Thursday. Kiara Beard, 28, is charged with aggravated burglary and theft of property…
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South Fulton in danger of losing ambulance service, seeking funds
SOUTH FULTON, Tenn. -- The city of South Fulton is in jeopardy of losing their ambulance service. They are calling it a desperate situation and are asking for help. "Say that Union City ambulances…
Police presence in east Jackson as officers converge on home
JACKSON, Tenn.-A major police presence in east Jackson, Wednesday evening. Around 6 p.m., unmarked police cars lined Muse Street as undercover officers of the Jackson Police Department's SWAT converged on a home…
Officials meet to discuss progress of Drug Task Force
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- Law enforcement agencies and government officials came together Wednesday for the annual Drug Task Force meeting. Representatives spoke about how vital the presence of the force is…
Jefferson Award: Christie Pennington
CHESTER COUNTY, Tenn. -- Every month WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News will honor a community member with the Jefferson Award. The national Jefferson Awards Foundation in partnership with Leaders Credit Union honors local people…
45 Bypass at I-40 to close overnight Friday; Saturday night through Monday morning
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The 45 Bypass at I-40 in Jackson will be closed overnight Friday and again Saturday night through Monday morning for construction, according to the Tennessee Department of Transportation. Weather permitting, from 10 p.m. Friday, Dec. 1, through…
Lexington woman accused of making terroristic threat
LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- A Lexington woman is in custody after court documents say she left a threatening voicemail at the city mayor's office. Vicki Maddox, 43, is charged with commission of an act of terror after she allegedly left a…
Local body shops see jump in deer-related damage
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Troopers encourage drivers to watch out for deer due to mating and hunting season. The Tennessee Highway Patrol and local body shops said they see an increase in…
Madison Co. Fire Department offers holiday fire safety tips
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- With many decorating for the holidays, the Madison County Fire Department would like to remind you to be extra cautious with your Christmas trees. According to the fire department,…
Jackson's Children & Teen Theatre presents 'The Best Christmas Pageant Ever'
JACKSON, Tenn. -- We've all heard about beauty pageants, but what about "The Best Christmas Pageant Ever"? That's the name of a local play being presented by Jackson's Children and Teen Theatre.…
Waste Management says new natural gas fleet will cut down on pollution
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Waste Management says Jackson will be among the first cities with a full fleet of the company's new fuel-efficient trucks. "We're in the process of converting our trucks…
Tennessee State Veterans Home invites all to 'adopt a veteran' for Christmas
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- An angel tree can be found in the lobby of the Tennessee State Veterans Home in Humboldt. Residents have written their Christmas wishes on cards and hung them on…
African American Book Club in Jackson celebrates 20th anniversary
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The city of Jackson has officially proclaimed Tuesday, Nov. 28, as African American Book Club Day. The African American Book Club was organized in 1997. Tuesday night, they…
Bethel head football coach relieved of duties
MCKENZIE, Tenn. -- Head football coach Chris Elliott has been relieved of his duties, according to a release from Director of Sports Information Dave McCulley. The release did not provide a reason…
'Christmas in the 'Ville' ushers in the holidays in Adamsville
ADAMSVILLE, Tenn. -- It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas in Adamsville. More than 300 children and families gathered at Buford Pusser Park to meet with Santa and Mrs. Claus…
