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JPD: Man Almost Strikes Officer with Car; Officer Fires Weapon

This video is no longer available. JACKSON, Tenn. -- An officer involved shooting is under investigation after a man almost struck a Jackson Police Officer with his car Sunday morning in south Jackson. Police say shortly after 7 a.m., officers…

RIFA Holds "Art of Compassion" Event

This video is no longer available. DOWNTOWN JACKSON -- West Tennessee vendors showed their support for a local ministry on Saturday. Vendors set up tents downtown next to Charlie Bulldog's, to sell arts, crafts and antiques. Volunteers say they paired…

Youth Fishing Rodeo Held at Muse Park

EAST JACKSON -- Some of the area's youngest fishers pulled out their bait and rods for the annual Youth Fishing Rodeo. Jackson and Madison County Recreation Departments held the 6th year of the event at Muse Park Saturday. The kids…

Harley Owners Ride Bikes for Special Needs Athletics

This video is no longer available. NORTH JACKSON -- Harley owners in West Tennessee took a ride through Madison County to raise money for athletes with special needs. Saturday was the first time Bumpus-Harley Davidson and Golden Circle Harley Owners…

World War II Veteran Honored for Service

This video is no longer available. NORTH JACKSON -- A West Tennessee veteran who served in World War II was honored Saturday. Judge Clifford Davis served in the U.S. Navy, and Saturday morning the Jackson Meadow Independent Senior Living Community…

Milan Home Catches Fire After Possible Lightning Strike

This video is no longer available. GIBSON CO. TENN.,- A home in Milan off Mckeller Street caught fire Saturday during rounds of severe weather in West Tennessee. Officials say the cause is possibly from a lightning strike, but say they…

Widespread Damage Reported in Madison County

This video is no longer available. MADISON COUNTY, Tenn.-- Downed trees, damaged homes, and several blocked streets remain after thunderstorms tore through Jackson on Saturday. "This is crazy," Jackson resident Jodie Mathis said. "I'm used to roads flooding, but not…

Shannon Street Music Fest Canceled for Saturday Night

This video is no longer available. JACKSON Tenn.,- The Shannon Street Music Festival for Saturday night has been canceled due to severe weather threats in West Tennessee. Katie Pace with Jackson Downtown Development says they are trying to reschedule the…

JMC Library's Used Book Sale This Weekend

This video is no longer available. JACKSON, Tenn.- A book sale in downtown Jackson is finding new purpose for some older books. The sale helps to bring used books into the hands of new readers. The sale, held at the…

Tree Falls Across Busy West Jackson Street

This video is no longer available. JACKSON, Tenn.- Weather may be to blame for traffic on a busy west Jackson street being slowed after a large tree fell into the roadway. Friday evening. The tree fell across the west bound…

Alleged Paving Company Scammer Behind Bars

DRESDEN, Tenn. -- A local paving company left some people with half a driveway and nearly empty wallets. Those scams ended Friday after Bill Boswell was arrested and charged with two warrants for theft. "He just pulls up in the…

Veterans Recall D-Day Invasion 70 Years Ago

HUMBOLDT, Tenn.-The world is commemorating D-Day--a pivotal point in World War II that turned the tide in favor of the allied forces. Almost 10,000 allied troops were killed or wounded on June 6, 1944. Here in West Tennessee, WBBJ 7…

Emergency Responders Warn of Flood Dangers

This video is no longer available. JACKSON, Tenn.- Flooding from Thursday and Friday's storms shows just how dangerous flooding can be. Experts reminds you to be aware of approaching storms and areas that are affected by flash flooding, especially when…

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