COVID-19 in Tennessee: 2,661 new cases, 739,031 total
The gallery above shows the latest statewide COVID-19 data from the Tennessee Department of Health as of Friday, February 5. The health department also released an updated case count by county. …
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NACDS provides update on chain pharmacy vaccine distribution plan
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A pharmacy near you could be getting the COVID-19 vaccine soon. A new program, authorized by President Biden's administration, is seeking to bring the vaccines into communities across…
The Weeknd vows to 'keep it PG' during halftime show
(AP) -- The Weeknd may be known for his graphic music videos and performances featuring blood and violence, but the three-time Grammy winner says he will tone down his act during the Super Bowl halftime show. The pop star said…
Local mental health professionals take on new training amid pandemic
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Mental health professionals are getting new training that could help people struggling, even during a pandemic. "People always say to me 'I wish I had had this so…
City of Jackson website down due to host outage
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The City of Jackson website is currently unavailable due to an outage from the company that hosts the website. According to a news release, the third-party hosting website is experiencing technical difficulties. The release says the company…
THP prepares for impaired drivers on Super Bowl Sunday
JACKSON, Tenn. -- It's no secret Super Bowl Sunday is one of the biggest days of the year to drink. But too much, and that drive home could be dangerous. The…
Tennessee Supreme Court to take on private school tuition lawsuit
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Tennessee’s highest court has agreed to take up an appeal of a lawsuit challenging the legality of a school voucher program that would let parents use public tax dollars for private school tuition. The program —…
11 new cases of COVID-19 confirmed in Madison Co.; 10,598 total
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department has confirmed 11 new cases of COVID-19 in Madison County, bringing the total number of confirmed positive cases to 10,598. Those new patients range in age from 27-years-old to 88-years-old. There…
K9 officer brings dramatic end to hours-long police chase, standoff
(CBS Newspath) -- A K9 officer for LAPD takes down a domestic violence suspect as he tries desperately to get away, following a pursuit and hours-long standoff in California.
Harris breaks tie in Senate to approve COVID relief plan, now moves to House
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Senate has approved a measure that would let Democrats push through President Joe Biden's $1.9 trillion coronavirus relief plan without Republican support. Vice President Kamala Harris was in the chair to cast the tie-breaking vote, her…
Haywood High School mourns loss of basketball coach Patrice Boyd
BROWNSVILLE, Tenn. -- Faculty, staff and students at Haywood High School are remembering the impact of a well-respected coach, and the legacy she leaves behind. "This morning Coach Boyd did not…
Officials respond to state investigation of city finances under former administration
JACKSON, Tenn. -- An investigation into the spending habits of the former City of Jackson leadership has revealed shocking decisions. The state comptroller's office released a report, centering around former Mayor…
Bethel president discusses changes to university amid pandemic
MCKENZIE, Tenn. -- A local university president spoke with community leaders about how his school is adapting with the pandemic. The Paris-Henry County Chamber of Commerce gathered for a roundtable discussion…
17-year-old runaway charged with weapons possession in Dyersburg
DYERSBURG, Tenn. -- A 17-year-old runaway from Lauderdale County has been charged with weapons possession in Dyersburg. Press Release Date: February 4, 2021 Incident Type: Weapon Arrest February 2, around 8:45 a.m., detectives charged a 17... Posted by Dyersburg…
Second Hub City Hero chosen in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The City of Jackson has selected its second Hub City Hero. The city says Lauren Pritchard Cobb was chosen to be February's Hub City Hero for her efforts in feeding children through RIFA's snack backpack program. “Lauren…
