Jackson police: Cell phone records help nab burglary suspect
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Police say phone records led to the arrest of an 18-year-old accused of stealing more than $4,000 worth of items from a home in north Jackson. Jacob Morford appeared…
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Huntingdon residents learn tips on surviving active shooter
HUNTINGDON, Tenn. -- In light of recent tragedies across the country involving active shooters, one local community is taking it upon themselves to be prepared in case something happens. Officials say…
Pastor celebrates 41 years at Lexington church
LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- Pastor Ivey Jamison has been the leader of the Pleasant Hill Baptist Church in Lexington for 41 years. "Marvelous and grateful." Pastor Jamison said. "Just unspeakable because it's an…
Police: Bemis shooting injures one
JACKSON, Tenn.--Jackson Police said they're looking for a suspect in a Sunday afternoon shooting. Police said the shooting happened near the 100 block of Davidson Street in Bemis. At least one person…
District 73 candidates for state House seat talk health care, possible changes
JACKSON, Tenn -- Two men are running for the district 73 state House seat in the August fourth primary. WBBJ 7 Eyewitness news caught up with incumbent Jimmy Eldridge, and his opponent Glen Gaugh to…
Unity March in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn -- A march to show unity through the streets of the Hub City. "I love my city and I love the people who are here." Jackson resident Karita Golden said.…
Jackson kids learn life skills at 10th Annual Bounce Back Basketball Camp
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Kids were up bright and early this morning for the 10th Annual Bounce Back Basketball Camp. With the help of local businesses this event was free for all campers.…
Jackson Generals host Pokemon Go Tournament
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Pokemon Go sensation is no stranger to the folks in the Jackson community. "We've caught seven so far," Sylvia Rowe said. "You've caught seven already?" Josh Russell…
6th annual Toast of Jackson raises money for Carl Perkins Center
JACKSON, Tenn -- Residents in the Hub City had a chance to get a sample of what their city has to offer all in one place Saturday afternoon. "Toast of Jackson" at…
Second "Pokemon-Go" event 'lures' trainers to downtown Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn.-Dozens of Pokemon trainers of all ages descended on downtown Jackson Friday night for the Hub City's 2nd "Pokemon-Go" event. The Jackson Downtown Development Corporation dropped lures for Pokemon from 6 until 10 p.m. Many businesses in the area…
"Unity in the Community" meeting draws hundreds to pray for country
MILAN, Tenn. --Hundreds of people gathered Friday night spanning racial and gender barriers to pray for their city, community, and country. Milan residents hosted their first "Unity in the…
Jackson prepares for peaceful march Saturday
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Community members are planning a march Saturday through the Hub City in hopes of bringing unity. "This is the beginning. We are laying the foundation." said Chastelisa…
Dream Center hosts art sale to raise money for field trip
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Dream Center shelter in Jackson, which aims to help women in need, put on an art show Friday. Moms and their children painted their own pictures and baked sweets for…
City of Milan sets new policy to help citizens weather extreme heat
MILAN, Tenn. -- The city of Milan says it's taking a proactive approach to our summer heat, adopting criteria of when it'll open a cooling station for residents. With the heat…
Police seek to ID man who stole Le Bonheur donation bin from Wal-Mart
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Police are hoping the public can help them find a man they say stole a donation container for Le Bonheur Children's Hospital from Wal-Mart in south Jackson. Police…
