JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson-Madison County high schools received a potentially life-saving gift Tuesday. American Heart Association Regional Director Christy Futrell presented Jackson-Madison County principals with CPR training kits. “This is…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- Tennessee health officials say the state hit a record in drug overdose deaths in 2015. The state Department of Health on Tuesday said 1,451 people died of drug overdoses last year. In 2011, 1,062 deaths were…
DECATURVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- A judge says he is considering holding separate trials for each of three men charged in the kidnapping, rape and killing of a Tennessee woman…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Police Department is urging drivers near the Vann Drive and 45 Bypass underpass to be cautious and expect extended stops as officers are working an…
UPDATE -- Richard Hopper was arrested Thursday afternoon at a campground on the Tennessee River in Decatur County, according to the U.S. Marshals Service. See the updated story here. Original story:…
LAUDERDALE COUNTY, Tenn. -- With more than 21,000 state prisoners across Tennessee and the female population doubling over the last 15 years, the Tennessee Department of Correction is experimenting with new programs.…
JACKSON, Tenn -- The heat from the East Tennessee fires can be felt in West Tennessee but not in the way you might think. "We've been doing this for a little…
MARTIN, Tenn.-Five first responders were honored Monday afternoon in Martin. Assistant Fire Chief Todd Prince, Lieutenant Mike Wenz, Patrolman Kerry Workman and dispatchers Kim Healy and Michelle Fischer were all…
HENDERSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- Deputies say a Henderson County couple is facing child abuse charges after a 13-month-old is admitted to the emergency room with severe injuries. [caption…
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- Firefighters fought a blaze that lasted for hours Monday morning at a local sign shop. Firefighters responded Monday to Nelson Sign Company on Lower Brownsville Road just west of…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week kicked off Monday, and local restaurants are helping those less fortunate. Battling hunger is an ongoing issue, and local restaurants help not only…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson State Community College invited the four finalists vying to become the school's next president to their campus this week. Candidate Allana Hamilton answered questions from…
HARDIN COUNTY, Tenn. -- It's that time of year again for flu shots. The Tennessee Department of Health is hosting a free vaccine drive through their clinic in Savannah. The event is from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. Tuesday at the…
McNAIRY COUNTY, Tenn. -- The catwalk is ready for dozens of models in McNairy County to show off local fashion. "We have 16 boutiques throughout the county participating, which is great," McNairy…
TRENTON, Tenn. -- A former Gibson County Sheriff's Office employee appeared Monday in court. Robert Pinkerton was part of former Gibson County sheriff Chuck Arnold's administration. He entered a best interest plea during…
