City begins cleanup after gaining possession of Bemis Mill
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Crews began cleanup Friday on what is left of the Bemis Mill. The city of Jackson officially took possession of the property after taking the contractor to…
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Library stays relevant with more books, new technology
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Dinah Harris has been overseeing the Jackson-Madison County Public Library for four years, but she has worked in library services for many more than that. In those years, accessing…
Man charged with threatening man with machete
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A man accused of wielding a machete at a family member now faces an aggravated assault charge. Cory Wilbourn, 45, reportedly threatened the…
Union University's Saturday graduation moved indoors
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Attention all Union University graduates and their families. With rain in the forecast for Saturday, university officials have made the decision to move the graduation ceremony indoors. Saturday's commencement will…
School Board passes motion asking City Council to rescind funding decision
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Just one day after the Jackson City Council voted to keep nearly $12 million in their budget they have been giving to the Jackson-Madison County School System, the…
Bradford man faces attempted robbery charge in Humboldt
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- A man is arrested on numerous charges after officers respond to a suspicious person call at a local business. Matthew Inman, 21, of Bradford was arrested Wednesday night when Humboldt police…
Man charged with stealing from Walmart, carrying brass knuckles
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Police say a man was arrested for stealing from Walmart in south Jackson and was also carrying brass knuckles. Jesse Roberts, 39, was taken into custody Thursday after a loss prevention…
Knife and gun show coming to Jackson this weekend
JACKSON, Tenn. --If you're in the market for a new gun or knife, you're in luck. Saturday May 20 and Sunday, May 21, The R.K. Jackson Gun Show will be held at the Jackson Fairgrounds. The show will run from…
Upcoming race to benefit St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
JACKSON, Tenn. --Get out your FitBit and lace up your running shoes for an upcoming race. On Saturday, May 20, The Top Ladies of Distinction will host the 2nd Annual Top Teens of America 1K run and walk. Registration begins…
Woman indicted on 36 counts in rollover bus crash; officials say she's still behind the wheel
CHESTER CO. -- The woman accused of causing a rollover bus crash will now stand trial on 36 separate counts. Christina Mathis has been indicted in Davidson County on 35…
Man wanted in three counties, accused of theft, burglary
WEAKLEY COUNTY, Tenn.-Authorities in three Tennessee counties hope you can help them find a man wanted on numerous counts, including theft and burglary. Darren Walton is wanted on six warrants in Weakley County alone. He is also a suspect in…
Haywood Co. school leaders begin search for new superintendent
HAYWOOD COUNTY, Tenn.-Members of the Haywood County School Board met to start their search for a new superintendent. During Thursday night's work session, members reviewed a questionnaire sent out to the community…
Madison Co. property taxes may be on the rise after City Council vote
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Leaders in the county and school system are now scrambling to make last-minute budget changes as many are left wondering how Thursday's City Council vote will affect…
Jackson-Madison County students dismiss for summer break
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Students at Arlington Elementary School talk about their favorite parts of the school year. "We like playing on the computers and playing dominos," fourth grader Sultan…
Memphis traffic stop leads troopers to 150 pounds of marijuana
MEMPHIS -- A traffic stop by the Tennessee Highway Patrol leads to the seizure of 153 pounds of marijuana. Troopers say they stopped a Lincoln Navigator on Interstate 40 because the Texas driver was following another vehicle too closely. When officers say the…
