Longtime Jackson policeman honored for 25 years of service
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The city of Jackson honors a longtime policeman for over two decades of service. Lt. Jeff Shepard received a service certificate Tuesday for his 25 years of service to the…
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Man involved in barricade situation to undergo mental health evaluation
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A man accused of being involved in a barricade situation Tuesday evening in a north Jackson neighborhood must undergo a mental health evaluation. Terrance…
Police: Victim in Monday shooting has died; gunman acted in self-defense
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Police say a man who was shot Monday at an east Jackson residence has died. The gunman reportedly acted in self-defense and will not be charged in…
Suspect barricades himself in house, SWAT team called in
JACKSON, Tenn -- With guns drawn and a SWAT team ready, the Jackson police responded to a report of a man barricade inside a home on Tuesday. "They were looking for a domestic…
First responders find decomposing body inside facility for the indigent
JACKSON, Tenn.-First responders confirm a badly decomposing body was found inside a facility for the indigent near downtown Jackson. Emergency crews were called to the Bobby Carter House along North…
Sheriff Mehr holds 25th community meeting in east Madison County
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn.-The Madison County sheriff held his 25th community meeting since taking office, Tuesday evening. This one was held at the East Madison County Community Association Center. Sheriff Mehr met with…
LANA community meets for annual neighborhood event
JACKSON, Tenn.-Members of the LANA community met for dinner and the chance to catch up with old neighbors and meet new ones, Tuesday evening. The neighborhood association held its annual gathering at…
Gardeners concerned for cold weather's affects on plants, trees
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Man convicted of conspiring to kill witnesses in murder case gets 23 years
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Another man is sentenced in the high-profile 2014 double murder of a standout football player and his stepfather in north Jackson. On Tuesday, the man found…
West Tennesseans react to sudden cold snap
JACKSON, Tenn. — The recent cold snap has West Tennesseans both loving and hating the forecast. The frigid temperatures might be uncomfortable for some, but for others, including some local business owners, the drop in temperatures is warming up their bottom…
Officers surround north Jackson home, take man into custody
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Law enforcement vehicles lined the streets of a north Jackson neighborhood Tuesday evening as officers surrounded a home. Numerous law enforcement officers and vehicles lined the street around 6 p.m. in the area of Charjean Drive off…
Northside United Methodist Church honored for community service
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local church got nationwide honors Tuesday in recognition of all they do for the community. Northside United Methodist Church on North Highland Avenue was honored as the…
JSCC hosts events for Women's History Month
JACKSON, Tenn. -- One local college is celebrating Women's History Month throughout March with events almost every day. Jackson State Community College is hosting its 7th annual Women's History Month with panels, speakers and…
THP urges driver safety for upcoming St. Patrick's Day weekend
JACKSON, Tenn. -- St. Patrick's Day is right around the corner, and although that means a celebration for some, officers are reminding the public to make safe decisions on the…
Traffic stop leads to drug charges for 3 Martin men
MARTIN, Tenn. -- A weekend traffic stop leads to drug charges for three men. Police say they stopped a Honda Civic…
