County leaders install cameras to combat illegal dumping
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Madison County leaders say they're now using technology in hopes of ending illegal dumping throughout the county. It's an all too common problem, according to city…
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Men charged after raid of downtown business appear in court
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Two men arrested in a drug raid at a downtown Jackson barber shop just less than two weeks ago returned to court Thursday afternoon. …
Salvation Army asks for fan donations for those in need
JACKSON, Tenn. -- With the heat expected to "feel like" 102 this weekend, the Salvation Army is asking for your help with its Beat the Heat box fan program.…
Jackson Young Professionals host 'Lettuce Turnip the Beet' gathering
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A group of young professionals gathered Thursday afternoon in downtown Jackson for the "Lettuce Turnip the Beet" event. The lunchtime gathering, sponsored by the Jackson Young Professionals group,…
City of Jackson files response to county's temporary injunction request
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The city of Jackson has filed a response to the county's motion for a temporary injunction as part of the county's school funding lawsuit against the city. The city filed the response Thursday in Madison County Chancery…
Beer Board meets with 6 Jackson businesses accused of illegally selling alcohol
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Six Jackson businesses faced the Beer Board Thursday morning, accused of selling alcohol without the proper ID. Jackson City Attorney Lewis Cobb, members of the Jackson Beer…
UPDATE: 1 confirmed fatality in overnight fire in Rutherford
GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- Fire leaves one person dead and destroys a nearly century-old home in Rutherford. "The call came in approximately 12:47 this morning," Chief Rob Rahm of the Rutherford Fire…
Jackson budget review committee discuss budget recommendations for 2017-18
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Just less than a week before a judge could decide on how the City of Jackson will spend $12 million in sales taxes, starting July 1, the…
TBI investigates deadly officer-involved shooting
SOMERVILLE, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation is looking into the circumstances surrounding a deadly officer-involved shooting in Somerville, Wednesday evening. According to the TBI, preliminary information shows around 6:15…
Generals All-Star earns 8th save
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Our Jackson Generals have won three of their last five games, getting the series win against the Tennessee Smokies. Our boys are on the road Wednesday, starting a five…
New rehab hospital opens in west Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A grand opening celebration for Spire Rehabilitation Hospital at 616 West Forest Avenue was held, Wednesday. Officials from the hospital and from around Jackson and Madison County were on…
Church members walk neighborhood and pray with residents
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A summer tradition for members of Campbell Street Church of Christ continued Wednesday evening. While school is out for the summer, church members hold the Wednesday prayer meeting at…
They may be cute, but wildlife experts say leave baby deer alone
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. — If you happen to see a baby deer that appears to have been abandoned, leave it alone. State wildlife experts say does frequently leave their…
TDOT announces lane closure Thursday on I-40 in Madison County
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Department of Transportation has announced a temporary lane closure happening Thursday, June 15, on Interstate 40 westbound. The closure will take place from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at mile marker 87.4 on the…
Veterans, local leaders hold Flag Day ceremony
JACKSON, Tenn. -- To mark Flag Day, veterans and local leaders held a special ceremony Wednesday at Liberty Park. The program was hosted by Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 995. American flags lined…
