IRS impersonators targeting taxpayers ahead of filing deadline
As the tax filing deadline approaches, scammers are sending fake messages pretending to be the IRS to steal your personal and financial information.
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School principal arrested after threatening to ‘slit a woman’s throat and watch her die,’ records show
A school principal in Iowa was arrested after he made violent threats toward a woman, according to a criminal complaint.
AAA activates 'Tow to Go' for St. Patrick’s Day to help prevent impaired driving
AAA urges partygoers to plan ahead this St. Patrick’s Day. The Auto Club is activating its Tow to Go program to offer a safe alternative for those who find themselves without a sober ride.
Tennessee gas prices rise an additional 31 cents
Tennessee gas prices rose an additional 31 cents, on average, over last week. The Tennessee Gas Price average is now $3.34 which is 82 cents more expensive than one month ago and 63 cents more than one year ago.
Massey proclaims March 16 at 'Kayla Beaver Day'
Mayor AJ Massey has officially proclaimed a special day to honor a Southside High School graduate's journey from the Lady Hawks to the professional ranks.
Fatal crash in Hardin county
A tipster shared a video with our WBBJ newsroom following a wreck on Highway 64 in the Savannah Levee area.
High winds bring down trees, power line
High winds have been causing issues across West TN today. Trees were reported down across roads and causing delays.
Milan Utilities announces downed power line in Carroll Co.
Milan Utilities is reported an electric pole down with outages in Carroll County.
Trump’s call for countries to send warships to protect the Strait of Hormuz brings no promises
Despite U.S. President Donald Trump’s appeal to China, France, Japan, South Korea, Britain and others to send warships to keep the Strait of Hormuz “open and safe” as oil prices soar during the Iran war, no country stepped forward with a commitment on Sunday.
West TN Storm Shelters opening - 3/15/2026
The following shelters will be open for a safe place to stay during the severe weather.
Chester County Fire crews battle multiple fires
Chester County Fire Department reports battling two separate fires Saturday, March 14.
Former substitute teacher accused of sexually abusing children at elementary school
A former substitute teacher in Alabama was arrested after allegedly sexually abusing children at an elementary school.
Woman charged with identity theft after posting man’s arrest warrant on social media, sheriff says
Emilee Berger, 48, posted a copy of a man’s arrest warrant to a Facebook group that listed personal information, including his Social Security number, date of birth, driver’s license number and full name.
Search warrant leads to the arrest of suspected drive by shooter
Agents with the West TN Drug Task Force teamed up with the Dyer County Sheriff's Office to serve a search warrant. The search ended with drugs being seized and the arrest of a suspected drive by shooter.
Contestants compete in Miss Teapot Pageant
Contestants compete at the Miss Trenton Teapot Pageant.
