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Teen Rescues Younger Siblings from Fire

This video is no longer available. GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- A 14-year-old West Tennessean is being hailed a hero after saving his younger brother and sister from their burning home. "I just told them to get out of the house.…

Severe Weather Edition: Mythbusters

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Across West Tennessee, weather can change from calm to chaotic in a matter of minutes. We often get asked about weather safety and how to prepare for these rapidly changing events. Some of the questions asked are…

Seat Belt Fines to Increase in Tennessee

This video is no longer available. EAST JACKSON -- Getting caught riding around without your seat belt on in Tennessee could soon cost you a lot more. Under a bill pushed by the Governor Haslam, the fine for not wearing…

Police Say String of Dollar General Store Burglaries Could Be Related

This video is no longer available. WHITEVILLE, Tenn-Local police have joined forces to find thieves they said broke into several Dollar General stores in at least three West Tennessee Counties. According to Investigator Ben Davis of the Whiteville Police Department,…

Local Health Department Recognized

This video is no longer available. WEST JACKSON -- The Jackson-Madison County Health Department has been recognized as one of the best in the country when it comes to handling emergencies. The department has been recognized by the National Association…

Funeral Services Announced for UT-Martin Student

MARTIN, Tenn. — Funeral arrangements have been announced for Trystan Bechtel, 19, of Trenton, a UT Martin student who died Wednesday in a car accident in Gibson County. Visitation will be held from 4-8 p.m., Friday, Feb. 21, at the…

Black History Month: James E. Spencer

This video is no longer available. BOLIVAR, Tenn -- "You're black you will never get first Sergeant." These are the words retired Command Sergeant Major James E. Spencer, said he heard throughout his career in the Army National Guard, until…

Small Town Gas Station Sells $1 Million Lottery Ticket

This video is no longer available. MILLEDGEVILLE, Tenn. -- Someone's dream has come true after Wednesday night's Powerball drawing. A $1 million winning lottery ticket was sold at the White Oak Shell store. "Even though it's a small town, the…

Storm Photos from Thursday, Feb. 20

Viewer photos from the thunderstorms and tornado watches across West Tennessee. Send in your photos (if you can take them safely) to news@wbbjtv.com

House Votes to Pass Wine in Supermarkets Bill

This video is no longer available. NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - The House on Thursday voted to create a mechanism to allow Tennessee supermarkets and convenience stores to sell wine. The chamber voted 71-15 to approve the years-long effort to grant…

Obion County Clerk Indicted For Taking Public Money

This video is no longer available. OBION COUNTY, Tenn. -- The former town clerk of Kenton is accused of taking public money for her own personal use. According to state auditors, Kelly Ann Greer, misappropriated at least $2,000 of utility…

Local Farmers Support Ditching “Fall Back”

This video is no longer available. MADISON COUNTY, Tenn.-- A bill in the state legislature could make Daylight Saving Time permanent in Tennessee. “I've always said I wish it'd be one way or the other," Jimmy Stanford, a farmer, said.…

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