City to unveil two 'FREEdges' to combat food insecurity
JACKSON, Tenn. -- There is a new way to help those with food insecurity. The City of Jackson, in partnership with JACOA and First United Methodist downtown, will be unveiling two…
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UPDATE: Jackie Edwards found safe, Jackson police confirm
UPDATE: (8/24/22) -- The Jackson Police Department confirms Jackie Edwards has been found safe. JACKSON, Tenn. -- In early August, one family had a growing suspicion when they realized they haven't heard…
Jackson Mayor Scott Conger to run for reelection
JACKSON, Tenn. – Jackson Mayor Scott Conger has announced is running for office once again. Conger announced his decision on Tuesday, while also…
Jackson police investigating alleged child abuse incident
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Police Department says a baby is safe after allegedly being taped by their hands, feet and mouth. In a Facebook post, the department says that they were notified of possible child abuse from photos…
Jackson Chamber, Tyler Guy Fund make plans for teen center
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A meeting was held at the Jackson Chamber Tuesday to continue talks on creating a safe, but fun, center for teenagers. Sabrina Blue, the Chair of the…
Ukraine fears stepped-up attacks around national holiday
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — The sense of dread deepened Tuesday in Ukraine because of warnings that Russia may try to spoil the country's Independence Day holiday and mark the war's six-month point with intensified attacks. In…
Budgeting can be a challenge. Here are 5 tips to get started
NEW YORK (AP) — Budgeting is key to managing your finances, whether you're trying to pay off debt, start a rainy day fund or deal with the consequences of inflation. FILE - In this June 15,…
Nashville man cited for allegedly spray-painting bridge
TUPELO, Miss. -- A 20-year-old from Nashville is getting a clean-up bill for allegedly spray-painting a bridge. The National Park Service says that the man was seen by one of…
Michigan business to expand into south Jackson
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- A Michigan business is expanding into Madison County. A news release from Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development says that Ventcon, Inc. is setting up at 130 Beasley Street in Jackson. The site will be home…
Brownsville-Haywood Co. Animal Shelter over capacity, seeks community's help
BROWNSVILLE, Tenn. -- The Brownsville-Haywood County Animal Shelter is seeking help from the community to curb their capacity levels. Tiffany Locke with the shelter says they are currently over capacity for both…
US to send $3 billion in aid to Ukraine as war hits 6 months
WASHINGTON (AP) — As Russia's war on Ukraine drags on, U.S. security assistance is shifting to a longer-term campaign that will likely keep more American military troops in Europe into the future, including imminent plans to announce an additional roughly…
TBI releases Hate Crime 2021 report
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- An annual publication detailing the volume and nature of hate crimes in the state has been released by The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation's Statistical Analysis Center. The report uses data submitted to the TBI through its Tennessee…
TN Secretary of State launches 2022 College Voter Registration Competition
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Tennessee Secretary of State Tre Hargett is launching the 2022 College Voter Registration Competition. Tennessee colleges and universities are invited to participate in the event this September, recognized as National Voter Registration Month. Participating schools can earn…
Tennessee drug abuse group leader sentenced for embezzlement
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The former director of a Tennessee drug abuse prevention group was sentenced Friday to 15 months in prison for using the nonprofit's money to buy an automobile, renovate his home and pay personal bills. Beginning in…
Former Tennessee Speaker Casada arrested in corruption probe
NASHVILLE, Tennessee (AP) — Tennessee's former House Speaker Glen Casada and his top aide were arrested Tuesday on federal charges including bribery, kickbacks and conspiracy to commit money laundering involving federal funds. FILE-Rep. Glen Casada, R-Franklin,…
