Lamar Alexander makes final address to U.S. Senate
JACKSON, Tenn. -- In his final address to the U.S. Senate Wednesday morning, Lamar Alexander called for unity among his colleagues. "Our country needs a United States Senate to work across party…
Local News
384,285 COVID-19 cases confirmed in TN, 4,688 deaths, 2,473 hospitalizations
The Tennessee Department of Health confirmed a total of 384,285 cases of COVID-19 in the state on Wednesday, December 2. In addition, 4,688 people have died and 2,473 are currently hospitalized. Another 342,115 have either recovered or are inactive. The…
Holiday shopping online? Tips to keep porch pirates at bay
JACKSON, Tenn. -- If you've already started your holiday shopping, or you're planning on starting soon, we have some advice and warnings for you to keep in mind. With deliveries heading out…
Superintendent King eyes teacher raises for upcoming budget
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson-Madison County School System Superintendent Dr. Marlon King is committing to additional investments for employees, a news release states. "If you want to see a stronger school system, and if you want to change the educational landscape…
Additional death, 140 new cases of COVID-19 confirmed in Madison County
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department has confirmed another Madison County resident has died due to complications of COVID-19. The health department says a 72-year-old woman died Nov. 27 due to complications of COVID-19. A total of…
Missing Milan teen has been located
UPDATE 12/3/2020: Milan police have confirmed Kristann Aliah Jarrell was found Thursday afternoon. MILAN, Tenn. -- The Milan Police Department is searching for 14-year-old Kristann Aliah Jarrell, last seen at her home around 8:30 p.m. Tuesday. Kristann has brown eyes…
Milan kicks off holidays with virtual Christmas tree lighting
MILAN, Tenn. -- A West Tennessee town lights up with the Christmas spirit. With everything we've experienced in 2020, it may seem like COVID-19 is the Grinch, but people…
FHU to host actor Gary Sinise for annual scholarship fundraiser
HENDERSON, Tenn. -- Freed-Hardeman University is hosting their 56th annual benefit dinner on Friday, December 4. "These scholarships that are provided by our donors are a huge deal. It's vital for our…
West Tennessee Legal Services hosts virtual event for World AIDS Day
JACKSON, Tenn. -- West Tennessee Legal Services hosted a virtual event Tuesday for World AIDS Day. City of Jackson Mayor Scott Conger read a proclamation marking Tuesday, Dec. 1 as World AIDS Day in Jackson. The program included a candlelight…
Downtown 'tree' aims to keep Jackson's homeless warm
JACKSON, Tenn. -- This time of the year, a special tree can be seen outside of The Ned R. McWherter West Tennessee Cultural Arts Center. "Every year we tend to do…
City of Jackson accepting nominations for 'Hub City Hero'
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The City of Jackson is accepting nominations for Hub City Hero. According to a news release, nominees would be individuals who work to improve the lives of others in the community. Criteria for nominees are individuals who:…
U.S. Marshals announce arrest in 2017 homicide
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A suspect is in custody in connection with a 2017 homicide investigation in Madison County, according to U.S. Marshal Tyreece Miller. In a news release, the U.S. Marshals confirmed the arrest of Donald Wayne Duckworth. The release…
Jackson police investigating death of 18-month-old toddler
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson police are investigating the death of a toddler early Tuesday morning. In a news release, police say officers responded to an apartment at Parkridge Apartments just before 5 a.m. The release says officers at the apartment…
380,186 COVID-19 cases confirmed in TN, 4,638 deaths, 2,369 hospitalizations
The Tennessee Department of Health confirmed a total of 380,186 cases of COVID-19 in the state on Tuesday, December 1. In addition, 4,638 people have died and 2,369 are currently hospitalized. Another 336,131 have either recovered or are inactive. The…
Giving Tuesday benefits local nonprofits
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The biggest day of the year has arrived for nonprofits across West Tennessee. Giving Tuesday launched on giveback731.com Tuesday morning, encouraging residents to donate money to local nonprofits in…
