Man sentenced to nearly 1,000 years in prison. Here’s why
A judge in Alabama imposed the longest non-life prison sentence in Houston County history Thursday.
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Federal Grand Jury indicts man for attempted kidnapping and stalking of Memphis mayor
A federal grand jury in the Western District of Tennessee has returned a two-count indictment charging Trenton Abston, 25, of Memphis, with the attempted kidnapping and stalking of Memphis Mayor Paul Young. United States Attorney D. Michael Dunavant, of the Western District of Tennessee, announced the return of the federal indictment today.
780K bottles of Afrin nasal spray recalled
Bayer has recalled travel-size bottles of its Afrin original nasal spray.
Gray Media launch Star-Spangled Sing-Off in celebration of America’s 250th birthday
Gray Media and WBBJ-TV are launching the Star-Spangled Sing-Off, a contest that invites Americans to send in their best a cappella rendition of “The Star-Spangled Banner” for a chance to win a big prize.
Chick-fil-A Vann Drive reopens at new location on May 1
Chick-fil-A Vann Drive will reopen at a new location at 2200 Emporium Drive on Friday, May 1, 2026, following the closure of its original location on Friday, April 24, 2026.
Attorney of Austin Drummond responds to self representation statement
Austin Drummond filed a motion to wave his right to counsel and exercise his right to self representation on April 21, 2026.
Subscription costs up nearly 50% since 2020
A new report from LendingTree finds subscribing to 15 popular services now adds up to about $237 a month. That’s up nearly 50 percent since 2020.
‘Drop like a rock’: Trump says gas prices will plummet when Iran war ends, despite current climate
Pain at the pump. Higher postal prices. Flights canceled, costlier airplane tickets and baggage fees. Everyday items such as soap and toothpaste are getting more expensive.
‘Pure chance’: 3 generations of women from one family graduating together from same college
This year marks Utah Valley University’s largest-ever graduating class.
Firehouse Subs offering free sandwiches, but you have to have one of these names
A popular sandwich chain is giving away free subs to those who are named Mike, Michael or some variation of the name.
Jackson City Council discusses budget amendments, upcoming agenda items
City council met Thursday to discuss a variety of topics that impact the city of Jackson.
Northcross Restoration opens new Jackson office
Northcross Restoration Incorporated held a ribbon cutting for its new office located in Jackson.
Weakley County honors fallen deputy during Iris Festival
The Weakley County Iris Festival kicked off earlier this afternoon with its annual parade.
Prosecutors release hotel video of armed man storming White House correspondents’ dinner
Federal prosecutors released a video Thursday showing the moment authorities say an armed man tried to storm the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner and attempt to kill President Donald Trump.
U.S. Marshals capture 2 men wanted for sex offenses in consecutive days
The U.S. Marshals Two Rivers Violent Fugitive Task Force in Jackson arrested two men wanted for sex offenses in consecutive days.
