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Man Accused Of Trying To Kill His Girlfriend

This video is no longer available. BROWNSVILLE, Tenn-Neighbors recall the chilling moments they heard a child's voice crying out for help, as the 6-year-old's mother was violently attacked. "It was very scary," Kathy Williams, a neighbor said. "It's a lot…

Pair Charged in Two More Jackson Burglaries

This video is no longer available. DOWNTOWN JACKSON -- Two Jackson residents have been arrested and charged with aggravated burglary after investigators say they discovered stolen items in their apartment. Edris Vashon Bell Jr, 22, and Nneka Shale Odom, 24,…

Cold Weather Takes Toll On Plants

This video is no longer available. JACKSON, Tenn.--More below freezing temperatures are headed to West Tennessee. The cold weather could take a toll on some plants. “Every year we prepare for a hard winter," said James Wick, the nursery manager…

Middle Tennessee Man Sentenced to Prison for 2012 Roofing Scams

This video is no longer available. JACKSON, Tenn. -- A Middle Tennessee man has been sentenced to prison for stealing from Jackson and Madison County homeowners in roofing scams in 2012. Nickey Evans, 39, of Hendersonville, was sentenced Monday in…

Gleason Teacher Arrested, Charged With Giving Alcohol to Minors

This video is no longer available. WEAKLEY CO, Tenn. -- A teacher from Gleason High School was arrested and charged Tuesday after he allegedly provided alcohol and marijuana to students. Ryan Burke, 30, has been charged with two counts of…

Juvenile Arrested In Connection to December Home Invasion

This video is no longer available. JACKSON, Tenn. -- Another person has been arrested and charged in a December home invasion. This time -- a 15-year-old. The juvenile is presently being held in the Juvenile Detention Center on charges of…

Gleason Teacher Accused of Giving Alcohol to Students

This video is no longer available. WEAKLEY COUNTY, Tenn.- Weakley County District Leaders have suspended a Gleason High School Teacher pending an investigation of accusations that he gave alcohol to his underage students outside of the classroom. Officials said the…

State Lawmakers to Address Gun Laws, Wine Sales in Grocery Stores

This video is no longer available. BOLIVAR, Tenn. -- Tennessee legislators will be back in session in Nashville on Tuesday. Democratic State Representative Johnny Shaw says issues like leaving a gun in your vehicle in public parking lots, is one…

AP source: Titans hire Ken Whisenhunt as new coach

TERESA M. WALKER AP Sports Writer NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - A person familiar with the decision says the Tennessee Titans have hired San Diego offensive coordinator Ken Whisenhunt as their new head coach. The person spoke on the condition of…

Henry County Family Loses Home After Suspicious Fire

This video is no longer available. MANSFIELD, Tenn. -- Children's shoes and toys lay outside of the house that fire officials said nearly burned to the ground over the weekend. Investigators said they aren't sure what caused the fire, but…

Three Arrested on Meth Charges

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Investigators from the Jackson-Madison County Metro Narcotics Unit received information on the whereabouts of Jacob Crossett who was wanted on multiple outstanding arrest warrants. The Investigators encountered Crossett in the vehicle with Chris Rinks and Tracey Chambliss…

WBBJ Sits Down With Madison County Sheriff Candidates

This video is no longer available. NORTH JACKSON -- We caught up with two candidates for Madison County Sheriff, Monday afternoon. Retired special agent John Mehr and retired Jackson Police chief Rick Staples are set to face off in the…

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