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Man injured by taser out of hospital, behind bars

This video is no longer available. NORTH JACKSON, Tenn. -- Madison County jailers say Sontos Holmes is out of a Memphis hospital and in their custody. Until Thursday night, Holmes' family said they didn't even know where he was being…

Alexander Elementary celebrates first ever Literacy Night

This video is no longer available. MIDTOWN JACKSON, Tenn. - It was a first for Alexander Elementary School, Thursday night. The school hosted Literacy Night for students and their families. The theme - food! School leaders said every grade level…

Decatur County will see wheel tax increase to save hospital

This video is no longer available. DECATUR COUNTY, Tenn. -- Decatur County General Hospital will stay open, but cuts must be made. The hospital confirms it is cutting ten percent of its staff. County commissioners have also approved a first…

Accused gang member appears in court

This video is no longer available. DOWNTOWN JACKSON, Tenn. - A suspected Vice Lord street gang member who was arrested last month inside a home on North Fairgrounds Street returned to Jackson City Court, Thursday. Cedrick Woodruff appeared for his…

Crime Stoppers to reward students for tips about weapons, drugs

This video is no longer available. JACKSON, Tenn.--With school campuses being the target of recent crimes, Crime Stoppers revives a campaign to make local schools safe. It is against the law to bring weapons and drugs on school property. “One…

Sheriff: Man shot three times will be charged

This video is no longer available. McNAIRY COUNTY, Tenn. -- There is a new twist in Monday's McNairy County shooting investigation. McNairy County Sheriff Guy Buck says they will charge the man who was shot and not his estranged wife…

Horseback riders saddle up for St. Jude Trail Ride

This video is no longer available. ALAMO, Tenn. -- Cowboys and cowgirls in West Tennessee saddled up Thursday for a good cause. Horseback riders participated in the 16th annual Buck Creek St. Jude Trail Ride in Crockett County, a volunteer-based…

Man accused of trying to rape blind woman appears in court

This video is no longer available. DOWNTOWN JACKSON -- A man accused of trying to rape a blind woman appeared in Jackson City Court this morning. Austin Wiley is charged with aggravated sexual battery, attempted aggravated rape and aggravated burglary.…

Fans turn out for Pumpkin Field Day in Jackson

This video is no longer available. WEST JACKSON -- Pumpkin farmers and fans alike took part in the seventh annual Pumpkin Field Day at the UT agResearch and Education Center in Jackson. Visitors were presented with the largest pumpkin display…

Cause of Jackson house fire determined

This video is no longer available. NORTH JACKSON -- The Jackson Fire Department has determined what caused a massive fire that gutted a North Jackson home Tuesday. According to Jackson Fire Chief Max Stewart, the preliminary investigation shows the fire…

Preschoolers learn business with lemonade stand

This video is no longer available. WEST JACKSON -- A local preschool got a hands-on lesson in business Thursday. Students at Hands Up! Preschool started an old-fashioned lemonade stand. A total of 67 students sold lemonade as part of a…

Jackson man arrested for obstructing highway

This video is no longer available. WEST JACKSON -- A man who police say is a known prostitution subject was arrested Wednesday after flagging down a vehicle, according to court documents. Police saw Howard L. Williamson flagging a vehicle down…

Two injured in rollover accident west of Lexington

This video is no longer available. HENDERSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- A truck is overturned during a two-vehicle accident on the westbound side of Highway 412 near Sand Ridge Road west of Lexington, according to the Tennessee Highway Patrol. Two people…

Two horses found dead in alleged animal abuse case

This video is no longer available. MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- Two horses are dead after what is believed to be an extreme case of animal cruelty. Now the Madison County Sheriff's Office is trying to track down who is responsible…

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