Road rage incident leads to shooting in northwest Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Police Department is currently investigating a road rage incident that led to a shooting. Around 5:40 p.m. on Wednesday, WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News received a…
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Remember to cook safely this Thanksgiving
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Thanksgiving is Thursday, and there are a few safety tips that will help you and your family have a safe and happy holiday. If you decide to deep…
Former McNairy County Robert K. Lee sheriff has died
MCNAIRY COUNTY, Tenn. -- The McNairy County Sheriff's Office says a former sheriff has died. The sheriff's office says that Sheriff Robert K. Lee, who served from 1982 to 1994, has died. They say he was the first sheriff to…
How to gift pets correctly during the holidays
CARROLL COUNTY, Tenn. -- With the holidays coming up, you may want to give someone a pet or get one yourself. The Carroll County Humane Society encourages you to adopt a…
Man arrested for aggravated robbery in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Police Department says a man has been taken into custody for aggravated robbery. The police department says that on Saturday, November 19, a man entered the State Finance on South Highland Avenue around 1:30 p.m.…
Lexington business ready for Black Friday
LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- Local businesses are bringing in customers with door prizes, sales, and holiday cheer. Davis' Clothing is a local small business in Lexington that decided to prep…
West Tennessean to appear in new movie 'It's Christmas Again'
LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- A special premiere will be taking place at the Princess Theatre to watch one local go from student to actor. "We're going to have the red…
Experts share why Thanksgiving is 'ruff' on your dog's stomach
CARROLL COUNTY, Tenn. -- Thanksgiving is a time of sharing, and you may feel compelled to have your furry friend celebrate with you. "Veterinarians will describe Thanksgiving as one of their…
LGBTQ+ resources available nationally, West Tennessee
JACKSON, Tenn. -- On Saturday, November 19, a shooting at Club Q in Colorado Springs, Colorado left five people dead, and 19 others injured. Those killed were: Kelly Loving Daniel Aston Derrick Rump Ashley Paugh Raymond Green Vance Since…
VIDEO: Fiery semi crash closes westbound lanes on I-40
UPDATE: FAYETTE COUNTY, Tenn. -- The crash is confirmed to have a fatality. There is no additional information as of 4 p.m. EARLIER STORY: FAYETTE COUNTY, Tenn. -- A multi-vehicle crash…
Businesses prepare for Black Friday shoppers, share what deals to expect
Click here to visit our Black Friday Deals page. JACKSON, Tenn. -- The largest day of deals and steals is approaching, and business in Jackson are getting prepped and ready for the big surge. Kohl's Store Manager Matthew Kent says…
2 local college students complete US Marshals internship program
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Two local college students recently completed the U.S. Marshals Student Volunteer Internship Program. A news release says Colin Newsom and Tarhanysia…
Lexington man arrested for sale and delivery of heroin, fentanyl
LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- An investigation into the local distribution of heroin and fentanyl has led to the arrest of a Lexington man. The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation confirms 38-year-old Daniel O'Guin was taken into…
Parkway Middle staff talk about viral TikTok
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Nowadays you can pull out your phone, press record, and possibly go viral. And that's exactly what happened to these educators at a local school in Jackson.…
City of Jackson introduces new recycling challenge
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The City of Jackson has introduced a new challenge to residents through the holiday season. The TerraCycle Solo Cup challenge allows citizens of the Hub City to…
