New business opens up in the Hub City
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A new business has opened up in the Hub City. The business is called Shelia Sweet Secrets, which sells baked treats like whole cakes, cupcakes and soul food orders. Owner…
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Bill Hagerty discusses concerns for COVID-19, campaign goals
JACKSON, Tenn. -- U.S. Senate Candidate Bill Hagerty spoke to WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News about recent political topics, including the concerns of rising COVID-19 cases across the state of Tennessee. "If you look at…
Fire department encourages fire safety with smoke alarm event
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Saturday was the last day of Fire Prevention Week, and the City of Jackson Fire Department wants to keep you informed on fire safety regarding smoke alarms. "Today we are out at Kroger Lynwood on North Parkway…
212,649 COVID-19 cases confirmed in TN, 2,758 deaths, 1,022 hospitalizations
The Tennessee Department of Health confirmed a total of 212,649 cases of COVID-19 in the state on Saturday, October 10. In addition, 2,758 people have died and 1,022 are currently hospitalized. Another 192,958 have either recovered or are inactive. The…
23 new cases of COVID-19 confirmed; 3,309 total in Madison Co.
JACKSON, Tenn. — The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department has confirmed 23 new cases of COVID-19 in Madison County, bringing the total number of confirmed cases to 3,309. The health department says those cases include 15 men and eight women,…
Union theatre department acts out 'Twelfth Night'
JACKSON , Tenn. -- A local university displayed its performing arts for a classic. Union University's theatre department had their second night of Shakespeare in the Park, with the classic comedy "Twelfth Night." The…
Linemen, relief workers on stand by for Hurricane Delta assistance
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Local groups remain on standby as Hurricane Delta comes ashore in southwest Louisiana, just six weeks after major Hurricane Laura devastated the area. Jackson Energy Authority has a six person crew on standby if local officials in…
Salvation Army to host food drive on Saturday
JACKSON, Tenn. -- In local response to the national health pandemic, the Salvation Army wants to help those who are struggling. Rain or shine, the Salvation Army is hosting a food drive…
Law enforcement investigate homicide in Hardin County
HARDIN COUNTY, Tenn. -- Local law enforcement, along with the Tennessee Bureau Investigation, are investigating a homicide in Hardin County. Around 2:30 p.m. Thursday, deputies responded to a home on Oakley Road in…
Madison County Jail incident under investigation
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, along with the FBI, are now investigating an incident at the Madison County Jail. A news release from District Attorney Jody Pickens says the incident happened Sept. 21, and involves the use…
Mercer puppy mill rescues up for adoption
MERCER, Tenn. -- Back in June, we first told you about an alleged puppy mill in Mercer, where hundreds of dogs were removed from a home. Guardians of Rescue says they removed the dogs with…
2 men wanted in Jackson motel robbery, shooting found in Florida
JACKSON, Tenn. -- U.S. Marshal Tyreece Miller says two men wanted in connection to a September robbery and shooting have been found in Florida. A news release from the…
211,003 COVID-19 cases confirmed in TN, 2,732 deaths, 1,023 hospitalizations
The Tennessee Department of Health confirmed a total of 211,003 cases of COVID-19 in the state on Friday, October 9. In addition, 2,732 people have died and 1,023 are currently hospitalized. Another 191,651 have either recovered or are inactive. The…
Family speaks out after Brownsville man dies following hit-and-run; reward offered
BROWNSVILLE, Tenn. -- On Tuesday morning, Brownsville resident Robert Jones did his daily routine. He got up before sunrise, got dressed, and went on his morning walk to work on Thomas Street.…
Fire marshal explains free smoke detector program offered by JFD
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Since March 2016, the Jackson Fire Department has installed more than 2,800 free smoke alarms. "The fire department is partnered with the State of Tennessee in the 'Get Alarmed' program.…
