19th annual NAACP Advocacy Summit returns to Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. ---An organization holds a luncheon. A special luncheon was held at the Doubletree Hotel here in Jackson by the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People. There…
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Traffic slowed on busy highway following two-vehicle crash in Crockett County
CROCKETT COUNTY, Tenn.--A deadly wreck on a busy highway brings traffic to a standstill Friday evening. WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News received a call around 6:20p.m. of a wreck on Highway 412…
Art Walk brings patrons to new arts district in downtown Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn.--It's a new reason to take a walk through downtown Jackson. The Jackson Arts Council hosted an Art Walk Friday. Local artists popped up in participating businesses in the Hub City's…
Jackson scattered with debris after strong winds
SEE ALSO: VIDEO/PHOTOS: Heavy winds leave damage across West Tennessee JACKSON, Tenn. -- Traffic lights, trees, power lines, and more -- huge wind gusts caused damage across much of West Tennessee on Friday. The traffic light at the intersection of…
60 years later: Event honors Patsy Cline, stars killed in plane crash
CAMDEN, Tenn. -- Gone, but not forgotten. Benton County hosts a Remembrance Day on the 60th anniversary of a fatal plane crash. On a stormy night March 5, 1963, Grand Ole…
Ukraine native, Savannah resident speaks after war anniversary
SAVANNAH, Tenn. -- February 24th marked the one-year anniversary of the Russian invasion in Ukraine. Last year we introduced you to a Ukraine native that was here in Tennessee helping his…
Lane College RA says he was injured in ceiling collapse
JACKSON, Tenn. -- An injury at a local campus leaves one student with questions. "On February the 16th, I had a 9:30 class. I got in the shower at 9:00," said Lane College student Troy Holt. "When I got in…
Multiple students experience allergic reaction after bus ride
HENDERSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- A local school district is trying to determine the cause of what's believed to be an allergic reaction experienced by students. Thursday afternoon, tipsters alerted us to a situation they say involved a South Haven Elementary…
VIDEO/PHOTOS: Heavy winds leave damage across West Tennessee
Heavy winds are sweeping across West Tennessee Friday, with reports of fallen trees and downed power lines throughout our viewing area. Stay with WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News on-air…
Story of Robin Hood to be performed in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- It's a tale of stealing from the rich to give to the poor! South Side High School's Theatre Department is preparing for their last showings of "Sherwood: The…
Daryl Hubbard runs for mayor of Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Another mayoral candidate is making himself known in the Hub City. Daryl Hubbard has announced he will be running for mayor in Jackson this year. Hubbard held a…
Read Across America Day comes to Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local school invited parents and students to be involved as they celebrated a special night. Isaac Lane Technology Magnet Elementary School held a Literacy Night to…
Two controversial bills signed by governor
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Two controversial bills have been signed into law by Gov. Bill Lee. Lawmakers say both are a way to protect children, while others are saying they're divisive. Thursday,…
School Closings: Friday, March 3
Schools closing on Friday, March 3 due to the weather: Chester County Schools Decatur County Schools Hardeman County Schools Hardin County Schools Henderson County Schools Jackson-Madison County Schools Jackson State Community College (All campuses) McNairy County Schools
