5 local members of Hoover Criminal Gang sentenced for racketeering, firearms crimes
A leader in the Hoover Criminal Gang was sentenced to 15 years in prison today for ordering fellow gang members to murder a suspected rival gang member.
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JMCSS issues statement following shooting near Northeast Middle
The Jackson-Madison County School System has issued a statement following a shooting that occurred near Northeast Middle School.
The Jackson Symphony to receive 4th Challenge America Award from NEA
The Jackson Symphony is pleased to announce it has been approved by the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) for a Challenge America award of $10,000.
JMCSS taking applications for Open Enrollment
The Jackson-Madison County School System is now taking Open Enrollment applications for the 2025-2026 school year.
Northwest Tennessee Tourism launches 2025 NWTN Visitors Guide
The Northwest Tennessee Tourism Association is proud to announce the release of the highly anticipated 2025 Northwest Tennessee Visitors Guide.
Justice Department files voting rights suit against Fayette County
The Justice Department filed a lawsuit against Fayette County, Tennessee.
MIDDAY GUEST: Jazz Foundation's 'Let Freedom Swing'
James Cherry with The Jazz Foundation joined our show to share details on the upcoming "Let Freedom Swing" concert, a tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Annual Grain Conference scheduled for February 6 in West Tennessee
University of Tennessee Extension will once again host the West Tennessee Grain and Soybean Producers Conference.
City announces temporary warming center beginning Jan. 19
The City of Jackson has announced a temporary warming center opening for those in need.
Newly renovated Fitness Center unveiled at JSCC
JSCC recently completed an equipment upgrade for the college’s Green Jay Fitness Center.
Lane College addresses alleged campus assault
After a viral Facebook post was shared regarding an alleged assault on Lane College's campus, we reached out to college leaders for more information.
I-40 traffic comes to halt after semi-truck wreck
Around 6 p.m. Wednesday, we received calls from our WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News Tipsters regarding a wreck on I-40 halting all traffic west and eastbound.
Jackson selected to be part of '4 Minute City' program
The City of Jackson and Friends of Heart are partnering with Avive Solutions to significantly increase survival rates from sudden cardiac arrest in Jackson through a program called "4 Minute City."
Having an emergency preparedness kit is essential, but what should it include?
It's important to have a go-kit ready in your home and car in the case of an emergency.
City Council to decide what will be funded in bond requests
The Jackson City Council now has the task of deciding what will be funded in the bond requests that have been discussed for several months now.
