Highway 45 Bypass ranks high on governor's repair list
JACKSON, Tenn. — As Gov. Bill Haslam calls for a gas tax increase to help fund road improvements, one major project on TDOT's wishlist is the Highway 45 Bypass. Anyone…
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Williams Sausage to open second Union City plant
UNION CITY, Tenn. -- A longtime Tennessee food manufacturer will open a new plant in West Tennessee. Gov. Bill Haslam and Economic and Community Development Commissioner Randy Boyd announced Thursday that Williams Sausage Company will open a second plant in…
New exhibit at Discovery Park features Da Vinci's inventions
UNION CITY, Tenn. -- A new exhibit at the Discovery Park of America is attracting young and old to learn about one of the greatest minds in history. "The Da…
Second phase of Trenton downtown revitalization underway
TRENTON, Tenn. -- The second of three phases of Trenton's downtown revitalization plan is a work in progress. Beyond the bell tower of the Gibson County courthouse, there's a…
Dyersburg police seek to ID rape suspect
DYERSBURG, Tenn. -- Police are hoping a composite sketch can help lead them to two suspects in a recent rape. The victim was able to provide a better…
Man charged in 3 thefts from south Jackson Wal-Mart
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A man faces shoplifting charges after police say he was caught on camera three times while stealing from a local Wal-Mart. Franklin Cordero…
Three facing murder, attempted murder charges make court appearance
MILAN, Tenn.-Three men that are facing charges of murder and attempted murder, appeared in court, Wednesday in Milan. Lawrence Douglas, Lillo Harrel and Uel Pearson appeared before a judge for their preliminary hearing. The three are accused in the shooting…
City of Jackson's Budget Review Committee meets
JACKSON, Tenn -- A committee takes a closer look at the budget for the city of Jackson. "We're spending more than we are taking in," said Randy Wallace, chairman of the…
Search continues for Chester Co. man missing after fire
CHESTER COUNTY, Tenn. -- After a fatal house fire in Chester County leaves one person dead, investigators are now searching for the homeowner. "Until you see it up close…
Car runs into treeline off busy Jackson street
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Police responded Wednesday afternoon after a car left the roadway and ran into a treeline near a busy street. The wreck happened a little after noon on Dr. F.E. Wright Drive and North Parkway. Officers on scene…
Local OB/GYN urges caution when visiting Zika-affected regions
JACKSON, Tenn. -- One local doctor wants to give a friendly reminder to West Tennesseans. If you are planning on traveling outside the country this spring, be cautious when visiting Zika-affected…
Manufacturer to expand in Brownsville, create more jobs
BROWNSVILLE, Tenn. — Tennessee Economic Development Commissioner Randy Boyd made a special trip to Brownsville Wednesday to announce the Teknor Apex company will be expanding. "They could choose any place…
Gunman sentenced to 37 years in 2015 Humboldt bank shooting
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A California man who shot a woman twice during a 2015 bank robbery in Humboldt has been sentenced to 37 years in federal prison. Dominic Williams, 40, of Los Angeles, was…
Oil drum spill slows traffic on North Highland
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Crews have rerouted traffic after an oil spill Wednesday afternoon near the intersection of North Highland Avenue and East King Street. A 55-gallon drum filled with burnt motor oil reportedly spilled on the roadway. Workers are applying…
UT Martin chancellor discusses goals for new leadership
JACKSON, Tenn. -- One local college has started off the year with new leadership. Keith Carver is the 10th chancellor of the University of Tennessee at Martin. Carver grew up…
