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TNReady test scores improve despite last year's testing issues

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Since the last school year, teachers and staff in Jackson-Madison County have been looking closer at TNReady testing after students were unable to access the tests online due to technical issues. "Glitches here and there, so the…

Scott Conger announces bid for Jackson mayor

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Former Jackson city councilman and current United Way of West Tennessee president Scott Conger has announced that he will run for mayor of Jackson. At this time Conger and outgoing State Rep. Jimmy Eldridge are the only candidates…

McKenzie man pleads guilty to production of child pornography

McKENZIE, Tenn. -- A McKenzie man faces at least 15 years in prison after pleading guilty to production of child pornography. Nathan Adams, 36, pleaded guilty Tuesday to production and attempted production of child pornography, according to a release from…

What's New Wednesday: Century Farm Winery

Behind every good glass of wine is a winery and vineyard where it's all made. Century Farm Winery is nestled in the heart of Jackson just off I-40. They offer wine tastings, tours and outdoor…

Jackson drivers begin using roundabout

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Construction crews have changed lanes in downtown Jackson for more construction on the roundabout. "The last transition went smooth. Everybody paid attention, we got all of our…

Police: Suspect shot in recent Dyersburg store robbery, dies

DYERSBURG, Tenn.--A suspect in the recent robbery of a Dyersburg store has died. According to Dyersburg Police,  Joshua Foster, 31, died Sunday after a robbery at Allen's Grocery Store in Dyersburg on August 4. Foster was a suspect in the…

Madison County Sheriff's Office warns of recent phone scam

MADISON COUNTY, Tenn.--The Madison County Sheriff's office has shared audio with WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News of an apparent scam. That scam includes a phone call from someone claiming to be with the IRS. According to the Madison County Sheriff's Office,…

Woman struck by car in northeast Jackson

JACKSON, Tenn.--Jackson police confirm a 39-year-old woman was hit by a vehicle in northeast Jackson. Jackson police and EMS crews were treating the woman outside of the Horizon Store on Ridgecrest Road near the Ballpark at Jackson around 9 p.m.…

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