Poll of the Day: Police Transparency
While many citizens believe transparency in policing is important, how well do authorities in West Tennessee handle it? We want to hear from you in our Poll of the Day. SEE ALSO: Police Chief, Sheriff share…
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Police Chief, Sheriff share thoughts on transparency, keeping public informed
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Many people believe that transparency with local law enforcement is a very important thing to have. Some people believe they should know everything their police officers do on a…
Cinco de Mayo
Cinco de Mayo is a holiday that commemorates the Mexican army's victory over the French army at the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862. Despite being a relatively minor battle in the grand scheme of the Franco-Mexican War, the…
Milan attempted murder suspect captured in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The suspect in a shooting in Milan was arrested in Jackson on Thursday. According to a press release, 20-year-old Brenden Lubbock was captured by the U.S. Marshals Two Rivers Violent…
Pride organizers keep eye on drag laws ahead of festivals
(AP) — Organizers of Pride festivals and parades in conservative states are under increasing pressure to censor their events or ban drag performances. That's making it challenging to hold events that celebrate lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer identity without…
WHO downgrades COVID pandemic, says it's no longer emergency
GENEVA (AP) — The World Health Organization says that COVID-19 no longer qualifies as a global emergency. The announcement on Friday marks a symbolic end to the devastating coronavirus pandemic that triggered once-unthinkable lockdowns, upended economies and killed millions of…
RV fire halts traffic on Interstate 40
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A fire on Interstate 40 halted traffic in Madison County Friday morning. Near mile marker 85, a RV could be seen fully engulfed in flames on the shoulder of the westbound lane, along with a vehicle…
Meet-and-greet with Phillip Fulmer raises funds for non-profit
JACKSON, Tenn. -- An event gave West Tennesseans a chance to meet and greet Tennessee Volunteers' legend coach Phillip Fulmer. Fulmer is most notable for his time as head coach of…
'Speaking of Art' raises funds for kids, adults
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Artists came together to raise funds for children and adults in need across the area. The West Tennessee Hearing and Speech Center held their 10th annual "Speaking…
2023's 'Evening of Giving' held in downtown Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- One sorority held an annual event to help other organizations across the area. The Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc., Gamma Alpha Omega Chapter held their annual "Evening…
Mayoral candidates react to runoff election
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Two candidates for mayor have now entered a runoff after Tuesday's results. With both candidates not earning enough votes to win, incumbent Mayor Scott Conger and mayoral candidate Ray Condray will now face off in the run-off election…
BBB discusses florist, job scams
JACKSON, Tenn. -- With the rise of online transactions and digital communication, scam reports have been increasing. A report was made after a West Tennessee man was scammed after ordering flowers,…
Speakers delve into history of Liberty Garden Park
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A First Thursday program was held in the Hub City. The Friends of the Jackson-Madison County Library hosted the event at the library, featuring the story of…
Annual spring sale to be held Friday, Saturday
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Madison County Master Gardener Volunteers will once again be collaborating with UT Gardens-Jackson to host their annual spring plant sale. The sale takes place at the…
Man faces multiple burglary, theft charges
SAVANNAH, Tenn. -- One man has been arrested following after several incidents at local businesses. The Savannah Police Department says that on April 17, there was a break-in at Elvis's Garage, where multiple tools were taken. Then on April…
