New state bill aims to provide leniency for marijuana use
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A new bill is being introduced in the state legislature, which would allow more leniency on the use of marijuana in Tennessee. It's House Bill 1610, and it was…
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Fight at Liberty Tech raises new concerns
JACKSON, Tenn.-- School officials are now looking into how a woman got inside Liberty Technology Magnet High School on Tuesday, before allegedly inciting a fight between students. "We don't have disruptions on…
Local foundation eases path to college for high school graduates
LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- A West Tennessee native is making it easier for local students to go to college. Jim and Janet Ayers run the Ayers Foundation, dedicated to providing students across West Tennessee…
WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News anchor speaks at Union University
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Students got a look into journalism on Wednesday. Good Morning West Tennessee anchor Julia Ewoldt spoke with high school students at Union University on Wednesday. The students are a…
Conference held on human trafficking in Tennessee
JACKSON, Tenn. -- According to the State of Tennessee, human trafficking is the second-fastest growing criminal industry, just behind drug trafficking. The average age? Only 13 years old. "West Tennessee has a…
Chester County Library gives back with book giveaway
HENDERSON, Tenn. -- Looking to add books to your home's library? The Chester County Library giveaway may be the place for you. "Free for the taking for anyone that wants to come…
Jackson police seek person of interest in theft at Walgreens
JACKSON, Tenn. -- According to a news release, Jackson police say they are seeking the public's assistance in identifying a person of interest in a theft of property at the Walgreens on 3144 North Highland Ave. Investigators say on…
Man charged, arrested in connection with armed robbery at Save A Lot
HENDERSON, Tenn. -- The Henderson Police Department has charged and arrested a man in connection with the armed robbery that occurred on January 4. After investigating the January 4 armed robbery at Save A Lot, police charged Jerry Hart in…
Cedar Grove man arrested in connection with homicide
CARROLL COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation and the Carroll County Sheriff's Office have arrested a Cedar Grove man in connection with a Tuesday night homicide. According to a press release, authorities have arrested Joseph Wert, 21, of…
Parent charged in fight at Liberty Technology Magnet High School
JACKSON, Tenn. -- One woman is facing several charges after officers say a fight broke out at a local school. At 7:15 a.m. Tuesday, Madison County Sheriff John Mehr said a fight…
Heavy law enforcement presence in Carroll County late Tuesday afternoon
CARROLL COUNTY, Tenn. -- Law enforcement units responded to a scene in Carroll County late Tuesday afternoon. Multiple law enforcement units and an ambulance were lined up near a driveway on Moss Creek Road off of Highway 220 around 6…
Caregivers, families go on virtual Dementia Tour
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Caregivers and family members got a better understanding of what those with dementia face every day. A virtual Dementia Tour was held at Regency Retirement Jackson on Tuesday. Asera Care Hospice…
Local historic school in danger of demolition
GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn.--A historic school is in danger of being demolished. 1959 graduate Hollis Skinner spoke at the Trenton City Council meeting Tuesday night to discuss the possible demolition of Rosenwald School in…
Sen. Marsha Blackburn discusses impeachment, Iran impact on Tenn.
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Sen. Marsha Blackburn discussed the latest news in the U.S. Senate Tuesday, covering everything from President Trump's impeachment process to tensions in the Middle East. "We are hopeful that they are…
Gov. Lee's administration invokes 'executive privilege' in multiple records requests
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee's administration has invoked executive privilege multiple times to withhold documents from public records requests, even though such privilege is not defined in the state's law, nor mentioned in its constitution. Officials in…
