Large police presence on Sterling Street in Jackson
Large police presence on Sterling St. in Jackson
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Miss Teen Volunteer America Pageant Night 2
Miss Teen Volunteer America Pageant night 2
Neighbor recounts the aftermath of reported high-speed chase
TRENTON Tenn. -- After several reports of a high-speed chase in a local community, police share the safe capture of one suspect thanks to swift efforts from first responders and partnering…
Weakley County mineral severance tax proposal fails in special-called meeting
A proposed mineral severance tax increase failed during a special called meeting of the Weakley County Commission, with commissioners voting 10-6 against the measure.
Dyer County man arrested for aggravated sexual battery
The Dyer County Sheriff’s Office announces that as a result of an extensive investigation conducted by the Criminal Investigation Division, George Aaron Pilkington, age 54, has been arrested and charged with Aggravated Sexual Battery (against a minor).
Brother-sister duo lead Freed-Hardeman basketball programs to top national seeds
Freed-Hardeman University's men's and women's basketball programs have both been named the No. 1 overall seeds in their respective national tournaments, which begin next weekend.
Miss Volunteer America pageant underway as reigning titleholder reflects on year of service
The Miss Volunteer America pageant is underway, with the reigning titleholder reflecting on her year of service before a new winner is crowned Saturday night.
Gibson County Sheriff's Office captures armed suspect wanted on multiple charges
The Gibson County Sheriff's Office has located a suspect who was considered armed and dangerous, according to the agency.
New lodge planned for Natchez Trace State Park to feature restaurant, pool, and event space
Construction is underway on a new lodge at Natchez Trace State Park.
31 women honored as influential women of Jackson for 2026
31 women were honored at Jackson City Hall during Women's History Month as the Influential Women of Jackson for 2026.
Non-emergency medical flights now offered to Weakley, Obion County residents at no cost
Obion and Weakley county residents now have access to non-emergency medical flights through a new partnership with Lifeline Pilots.
Educator of the Week: Nicole Claybrooks
It’s time now to recognize our Educator of the Week, brought to you by the Tennessee Education Lottery.
Blackburn, Hassan introduce bipartisan bill to improve access to specialty care for female veterans
U.S. Senators Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) and Maggie Hassan (D-N.H.) have introduced the Women Veterans Specialty Care Access Act, a bipartisan bill that would allow female veterans to directly schedule appointments for women's specialty care, including gynecology, obstetrics, maternity, and postpartum care, without first obtaining a referral from a VA primary care provider.
GRAPHIC: Videos from officers show terrifying moments during mass shooting at Texas bar that left 3 dead
Newly released police body camera footage shows bargoers and pedestrians fleeing and ducking for cover in the moments after a gunman began firing outside a Texas bar, leaving three dead in what is being investigated as potential terrorism.
Proposed state budget to fund UT Martin Cattle Outreach and Workforce Facility
On Feb. 2, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee released his proposed state budget for the 2026-27 fiscal year, which includes an investment of $4.23 million to develop the University of Tennessee at Martin Cattle Outreach and Workforce (COW) Facility.
