Residents begin process of rebuilding after devastating flooding
The Red Cross is making an impact here in portions of West Tennessee impacted by flash flooding.
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JPD invites community to help name newest K-9 officer
The Jackson Police Department is inviting the community to name its newest K-9 officer.
Road closure announced following detection of ruptured gas line
The Jackson Energy Authority has detected a leak in an 8-inch pipeline at Highway 45 South and the South Fork of the Forked Deer River.
School's out: Here are some fun activities for your children
Due to the winter weather, many schools in the area are cancelled for the remainder of the week. Parents, if you are looking for ways to keep children occupied, we have a few fun and educational ways kids can burn off that energy after being cooped up inside.
Jackson police investigate homicide, victim identified
The Jackson Police Department is currently investigating a homicide that occurred on February 20, 2025, in the 100 block of Conger Street.
Jones promoted Director of Madison County Community Corrections
Marcus Jones has been promoted to Director of Madison County Community Corrections
School and Business Closings: February 21
Confirmed School and Business Closings for Friday, February 21
Police respond to South Highland wreck
Our WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News tipsters alerted us to a wreck on South Highland Avenue Wednesday evening.
West Tennesseans hit the hills to enjoy the snow
Kids all across West Tennessee were out of school Wednesday and some celebrated the day by enjoying some winter thrills.
'If you're in it, so are we': Local restaurant keeps its doors open amid winter storm
One local restaurant heats things up while local residents are shivering in the cold weather.
How are the roads in Jackson? We went out to see
The winter weather has affected the road conditions all over West Tennessee. With plow trucks going all over Jackson, trying to clear the roads as best as possible, we got out on the roads to check out the conditions.
Black History Month Spotlight: Dr. Donald Comer
It’s time to spotlight one of our neighbors, presented to you by the Tennessee Lottery.
Jackson firefighters battle flames at motel
The Jackson Fire Department responds to a fire at a local motel Wednesday morning.
Warming centers open to the public across West Tennessee
With winter weather impacting much of the Tennessee Valley, warming centers are opening up to help fight the cold.
What to expect as TDOT works to remove snow, ice from roadways
Below freezing temperatures turned heavy snow into a thick shield of ice on some main roadways in West Tennessee by midday Wednesday. We have more on where crews are focusing and what to expect over the next couple of days.
