Possible gun found Memorial Day weekend in Holly Bobo trial
HARDIN, Tenn -- Two weeks before one of the biggest cases ever tried in Hardin County new evidence emerges. "There is a gun the state has now, I guess after six…
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Police: Man found with gun in Muse Park arrested
JACKSON, Tenn.-Jackson police arrest a man found with a gun inside Muse Park, late Friday afternoon. Officers told WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News a witness spotted a man armed…
Summer program keeps kids healthy
Youth and leaders in Jackson took to the court today to stay healthy. "They come out and mingle together," Bridgett Parham, administrator of Parks and Recreation, said. "They participate in…
Annual 'Shred and Pill Takeback' returns to West Tennessee
JACKSON, Tenn. — It is the time to gather your old prescriptions and papers with your personal information on them, because tomorrow you can safely get rid of them. Many…
Two charged in fatal stabbing appear in court
JACKSON, Tenn.-Two women appear in court Friday, both charged in a fatal stabbing on Glendale Street. Facing one count of second degree murder, Ebony Pruitt is being held in lieu of…
Cooper Anderson Road closed as safety precaution following one-vehicle crash
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn.-Deputies responded to an afternoon wreck off Cooper Anderson Road, Friday afternoon. Deputies said a tow truck struck a tree just before noon, totaling the vehicle. The collision caused…
Jackson police investigate second stabbing in three days
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Police investigate a violent stabbing in downtown Jackson. Investigators say it happened around 10:30 p.m. Thursday at In-Town Apartments on East Main Street. Officers say an uncle stabbed his nephew several times after an argument. Police say…
Miss Tennessee Preliminary Winners-Night 2
JACKSON, Tenn.-Winners of the second round of the Miss Tennessee preliminary competition were announced Thursday night. Miss Jackson, Kailey Jordan won the swimsuit competition and Miss Shelby County, Aria Stiles won the talent competition. The third and final night of…
TBI adds two to its 'Top 10 Most Wanted' list
NASHVILLE, Tenn.-The TBI adds two new people to its Top 10 list. Jarret Heirmann and Makayla Stilwell are wanted by the TBI and the Sullivan County Sheriff's Office. They are charged…
Keli's Farewell: Husband talks about her new role as mom
JACKSON, Tenn. -- This is Keli McAlister's last week at WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News. Every night this week we will take a moment to recognize her. Keli…
Friends, fans, and family support Miss Tennessee Scholarship Pageant
JACKSON, Tenn -- An event that comes around once a year but draws one of the largest crowds to the Jackson area, The Miss Tennessee Scholarship Pageant. The pageant…
Retiring executive director of local 'Habitat for Humanity' honored
JACKSON, Tenn.-Habitat for Humanity celebrated Thursday the years of service by Terri Kozlowitz. Kozlowitz is retiring as executive director at the end of the month after 20-plus years of service. Habitat…
Third candidate for Trenton Special School District director meets board, community
TRENTON, Tenn.-The third and final candidate in the running for the superintendent position of the Trenton Special School district met with the board and community members, Thursday. Tim Haney has been principal at Trenton Peabody High School for 14 years.…
Winner announced in "Battle of the Badges" blood drive
JACKSON, Tenn.-For two weeks, local first responders have been competing in the "Battle of the Badges" blood drive helping Lifeline Blood Services in their efforts to increase donations. This year's…
Miss Tennessee boosts Jackson economy
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Miss Tennessee Scholarship Pageant has been held in Jackson for more than 60 years. "We have a great volunteer base," Lori Nunnery, executive director of Visit Jackson,…
