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U.S. Marshals arrest man wanted for second-degree murder

JACKSON, Tenn. -- U.S. Marshals say a man wanted for second-degree murder has been arrested in Union City. The Marshals Service says Julius Lamar Thompson, 19, was wanted for…

'Jeopardy!' hosts: Bialik, Ken Jennings will finish 2021

NEW YORK (AP) — Mayim Bialik and Ken Jennings will split “Jeopardy!” hosting duties for the remainder of 2021. Sony Pictures Television announced the plan Thursday, the same week that episodes filmed by ousted host Mike Richards to begin the…

Data shows additional drop in Tennessee unemployment rate

NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- New data shows a third month of lower unemployment in Tennessee. According to Department of Labor and Workforce Development data, preliminary data shows a…

Can kids be harmed wearing masks to protect against COVID?

Experts say there's no scientific evidence showing that masks cause harm to kids' health despite claims to the contrary on social media and elsewhere. The unfounded claims are circulating just as virus outbreaks are hitting many reopened U.S. schools, particularly…

SpaceX launches 4 amateurs on private Earth-circling trip

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — SpaceX’s first private flight has streaked into orbit with two contest winners, a health care worker and their rich sponsor. It was the…

Local resident looks to set new milestone overseas

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local Jackson resident is looking to complete a new achievement. "I started running if I go back about 10 years ago because my daughter wanted to run cross country. I…

Starlight Symphony to show 200 years of Jackson history

JACKSON, Tenn. -- An annual outdoor symphony show is returning. The Jackson Symphony is hosting its Starlight Symphony Saturday after having to cancel the show last year due to COVID-19. Conductor Peter Shannon says this year's show will be different,…

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Organization launches new campaign for Suicide Prevention Month

JACKSON, Tenn. -- September is Suicide Prevention Month, and one organization is spreading awareness through a new campaign. While travelling to work or while on your lunch break, you might have noticed signs…

Sen. Marsha Blackburn discusses vaccine mandates

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Sen. Marsha Blackburn has some strong opinions about the moves made by President Joe Biden regarding vaccine mandates. She says employers should not be able to force vaccinations on employees, and says weekly COVID-19 tests will be…

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West Tennessee State Fair continues into second night

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The West Tennessee State Fair is continuing into its second night. Wednesday was the first day those who entered items to be judged in several categories could see where…

Biden announces Indo-Pacific alliance with UK, Australia

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden has announced that the United States is forming a new Indo-Pacific security alliance with Britain and Australia that will allow for greater sharing of defense capabilities — including helping equip Australia with nuclear-powered submarines.…