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Court: Tennessee can enforce Down syndrome abortion ban

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - A federal appeals court has ruled that Tennessee can begin outlawing abortions because of a prenatal diagnosis of Down syndrome. The ruling Friday also said Tennessee can prohibit an abortion if it’s based on the race…

1 additional death, 65 new COVID-19 cases confirmed in Madison Co.

JACKSON, Tenn. —The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department has confirmed one additional death due to COVID-19 complications. The health department says that patient is an 85-year-old woman, who died Nov. 20. A total of 96 Madison County residents have died…

TN Voices host virtual Green Ribbon Gala

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Voices Mental Health non-profit organization hosted its annual Green Ribbon Gala. The gala was held virtually this year due to the coronavirus pandemic. The gala showcased many entertainers and speakers. City of Jackson Mayor Scott…

FHU hosts spring graduation after being delayed

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Freed-Hardeman University celebrated its spring Class of 2020 with a graduation ceremony. The Spring 2020 Commencement was cancelled and had to be rescheduled twice due to the COVID-19 pandemic. FHU finally held its commencement ceremony for…

Local organization holds Toys for Tots fundraiser

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Marine Corp League held its fifth annual Toys for Tots fundraiser. The event was held at the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1848 on North Highland Avenue. The organization says its mission is to spread Christmas…

Donald Trump Jr. doing 'very well' with virus

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump says his eldest son, Donald Trump Jr., is doing “very well” in quarantine after becoming infected with the coronavirus. A spokesman for the younger Trump says he received the positive test result earlier this week,…

81 new cases of COVID-19 confirmed in Madison Co.; 5,238 total

JACKSON, Tenn. — The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department has confirmed 81 new cases of COVID-19 in Madison County. A total of 5,238 Madison County residents have tested positive for COVID-19 since the pandemic began. Those new cases range in…

Local stores prepare for holiday shopping

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Several small businesses are preparing for upcoming holiday shopping. "Right now is the time to support your local businesses, wherever you live," said LD2 Market Shoppes Owner…

Multiple agencies respond to Crockett Co. house fire

CROCKETT COUNTY, Tenn. -- Several agencies responded to a house fire in Crockett County. Chief Charlie Burleson with the Gadsden Fire Department says they were paged out around 6 p.m. Friday to a house on Salem Church Road. Alamo and…

Tips for having a virtual holiday gathering

JACKSON, Tenn. -- With the spread of COVID-19, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is recommending you stay home this holiday. Instead, video chat with your family and friends for the…

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