1 dead after mixture of commercial cleaner, bleach creates hazmat emergency
What started as a medical call quickly Wednesday turned into a dangerous hazmat emergency, sending first responders and residents to the hospital.
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Proposed bill recognizes linemen as first responders in honor of Carroll Co. man
A local widow and a state representative have collaborated to create a bill to recognize lineman as first responders.
Volunteers offer time to support recovery efforts in Hardin County
Almost two weeks after the winter storm people are still trying to recover from mass power outages in West Tennessee.
Longtime Jackson fire chief inducted into Tennessee Fire Service Hall of Fame
A retired fire chief receives an honor for his outstanding leadership.
Local farmers gather for annual West Tennessee Grain and Soybean Producers Conference
If you've been around West Tennessee farming, you know there's one event farmers mark on their calendars every year—and this week, hundreds of them packed the Dyer County fairgrounds for it.
JMCSS releases statement concerning cancelation of athletics from Feb. 2-6
The JMCSS Office of Communications has released a statement regarding the recent cancelation of athletics.
TEMA confirms 29 weather-related fatalities in latest flash report
The Tennessee Emergency Management Agency has released another flash report regarding statewide conditions after the recent winter storm.
Congressman David Kustoff secures funding for West TN in government appropriations package
Thursday, Congressman Kustoff announced new federal funding for 11 separate projects in West Tennessee.
JPD investigating apartment complex shooting
The Jackson Police Department is investigating a shooting that occurred Tuesday, Feb. 3, at the Park Ridge Apartment Complex.
Local woman convicted of stolen valor for fraudulently claiming to be Marine combat veteran
Amanda Kate Walker Bass, 36, of Fayette County, Tennessee, pleaded guilty to one count of wire fraud and one count of fraudulent use of military medals, otherwise known as “Stolen Valor.”
City of Jackson thanks community for assistance with Emergency Cold Weather Shelters
The City of Jackson, TN would like to extend another thank you to the community members who showed up to assist us with our Emergency Cold Weather Shelter.
Police seek ID in porch pirate theft
Newbern Police officers responded to a report of a theft at a residence on Nora Drive.
Large emergency presence in east Jackson neighborhood
A large first responder presence prompts call from our WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News tipsters.
Middle School Basketball parents express concern regarding season being forfeited due to inclement weather
Middle School Basketball parents express concern regarding season being forfeited due to inclement weather .
Communities Outside West Tennessee Still Recovering
The Town of Corinth in Alcorn County, Mississippi was among one of the hardest hit areas in last month's winter storm.
