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Family holds protest for man killed in Jackson police shooting

Family members and residents gathered at the Jackson-Madison County Library Tuesday to honor a man shot and killed by police earlier this month.

City attorney confronts PETA protesters at Jackson Raising Cane's opening

The city of Jackson's attorney confronted PETA protesters at a Raising Cane's restaurant Tuesday morning, citing sidewalk compliance violations.

Local businesses offer unique Valentine's Day gift alternatives

With Valentine's Day three days away, local businesses are offering alternatives to traditional flowers and candy for couples seeking unique gift ideas.

Jackson Elks Lodge hosting 80s-themed prom night Saturday

The Jackson Elks Lodge is throwing a radically romantic 80s themed prom night here in the Hub City.

Ford partners with local animal shelter for free pet adoptions

Ford Motor Company is spreading the love this February, and they're helping animals find their 'fur-ever' homes in the process.

Crockett County man sentenced to 16 years for burglary, assault, theft

On February 2, 2026, in the Circuit Court of Crockett County, Patrick Burleson, age 41, pled guilty to Burglary.

POLL: Do you support City of Jackson's additional spending for the Sportsplex?

The City of Jackson recently proposed a budget amendment totaling more than $4.8 million for infrastructure upgrades to the West Tennessee Healthcare Sportsplex.

Poll shows Blackburn holds strong lead in GOP Gubernatorial Primary

Tennesseans for Student Success (TSS), an education advocacy organization, yesterday released a new statewide poll in the Governor’s race.

18-year-old identified as suspect in Canadian school shooting that left multiple people dead

Police have identified the suspect in a school shooting in Canada as an 18-year-old who had prior mental health calls to her home.

200 letters from a WWII soldier to his sweetheart offer an intimate picture of love during wartime

Highlights from a trove of more than 200 love letters that tell the story of a couple’s courtship and marriage during World War II are now on display digitally through the Nashville Public Library, offering an intimate picture of love during wartime.

James Van Der Beek, 'Dawson's Creek' star, has died at 48

James Van Der Beek, best known as Dawson on “Dawson’s Creek,” has died at 48, according to a statement on his Instagram.

Weakley County Schools announces February 2026 Feature Teachers

Weakley County Schools is proud to recognize February 2026 Feature Teachers, two educators whose dedication, professionalism, and commitment to student growth make a lasting impact across our district.