JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local medical professional says among young adults, suicide is one of the leading causes of death. "People under 25, suicide is the second leading cause of death and that is significant," said Anna Cook, Psychiatric Nurse…
HENDERSON, Tenn.-- One local university is moving up in the ranks. Freed-Hardeman University is now ranked in the top five of the U.S. News and World Report for Best Value Schools. The best value ranking considers a school's academic quality,…
MCKENZIE, Tenn. -- If sweet tea and fried food is your favorite combo, you'll be able to have those soon. The Sweet Tea and Southern Pickin's Festival is coming back after a year of absence due to the pandemic. The…
WAVERLY, Tenn. -- A FEMA representative is currently working non-stop to make sure everyone knows what assistance is available to them in Waverly. For residents struggling to pick up the pieces after the…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local nursing home received recognition on Monday. Regency Retirement Village received a proclamation from Jackson Mayor Scott Conger to kickoff Assisted Living Week. Every year the week brings activities for residents to recognize them and…
MARTIN, Tenn. -- Officers involved in saving the life of child who was shot in August are being recognized. The Martin Police Department says that Lt. John Cross, Patrol Officer Aaron Carter, Patrol Officer John Colt Fulcher and Patrol…
NEW YORK (AP) — George Wein, one of the great impresarios of 20th century music who helped found the Newport jazz and folk festivals and set the template for gatherings everywhere from Woodstock to the south of France, has died…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County School System confirmed a 9-year-old student has been expelled for bringing a handgun to school. According to a JMCSS news release, the incident occurred on Monday after the fourth grade student showed the loaded…
A new study says up to half of the $14 trillion spent by the Pentagon since 9/11 went to for-profit defense contractors. While much of this money went to weapons suppliers, the research points to the dependence on contractors as…
GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- Law enforcement across West Tennessee are mourning the loss of Gibson County Sheriff's Deputy Josh Hayes. Hayes died Sunday due to health complications, according to a Facebook post made by the Milan Police Department. The Gibson…
An international group of scientists is arguing the average person doesn't need a COVID-19 booster yet — an opinion that highlights the intense scientific divide over the question. Two of those scientists are top U.S. vaccine regulators, raising questions about…
WASHINGTON (AP) — House Democrats are unveiling a sweeping proposal for tax hikes on big corporations and the wealthy to fund President Joe Biden’s $3.5 trillion rebuilding plan. The House released details on Monday as Congress speeds ahead to shape…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Nurses are calling for a much needed break after long hours and no relief in sight. COVID-19 has taken its toll on medical professionals around the world, including the nursing…
Epic Games filed notice that is appealing a federal judge’s decision in a lawsuit alleging that Apple has been running an illegal monopoly that stifles competition. The maker of the popular Fortnite video game said in a court filing Sunday…
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — A Louisiana man who is the oldest living World War II veteran in the United States has marked his 112th birthday. Lawrence Brooks celebrated Sunday with a drive-by party at his New Orleans home hosted…
