TBI officials give update on crime lab construction
JACKSON, Tenn.-- Crews continue work on a new building for people to help solve crimes and close cases. "We're adding an indoor firing range, and we've added a CODIS unit," crime laboratory…
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Lane College president appointed to State Capitol Commission
JACKSON, Tenn.-- A local university president adds a new title to his resume. Governor Bill Lee has appointed Lane College president Dr. Logan Hampton to the state's Capitol Commission. Hampton now represents West Tennessee…
Man arrested, charged in recent shooting incident
UNION CITY, Tenn.--A man is arrested and charged with attempted second degree murder. Investigators with the Union City Police Department have arrested Robert Darian Williams for allegedly firing gun shots at a person. Police say they found gunshot holes in…
Motorcycle crash slows traffic on busy highway
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn.--A motorcyclist crashes on a busy highway early Thursday evening. WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News was there as the motorcyclist was seen being put into an ambulance on Highway 45 West at Turner's Loop near Three Way. There's no…
Child found in animal cage in startling investigation
HENRY COUNTY, Tenn.--A child was found in an animal cage in Henry County. Henry County Sheriff Monte Belew confirms deputies are investigating a large scale operation involving animal abuse in Henry County. During their investigation, deputies rescued a child from…
Carroll Co. Sheriff's Office investigating after 9 dogs shot, killed
CARROLL COUNTY, Tenn. -- On June 5, the Carroll County Sheriff's Office responded to a call on Latham Chapel Road in Lavinia. When they arrived, they found nine dogs shot to death.…
Lifeline hosting All American Blood Drive event Thursday
JACKSON, Tenn. -- With the holiday weekend coming up, Lifeline Blood Services is in need of blood donors to meet demands. Thursday June 25, they are hosting their All American Blood Drive event until 6 p.m at 183 Sterling Farm…
38,034 COVID-19 cases confirmed in TN, 567 deaths, 2,431 hospitalizations
The Tennessee Department of Health confirmed a total of 38,034 cases of COVID-19 in the state on Thursday, June 25. In addition, 567 people have died and 2,431 have been hospitalized. Another 25,280 have recovered. The Tennessee Department of Health…
Local firework sales continue amid pandemic cancellations
CHESTER COUNTY, Tenn. -- The American Pyrotechnics Association says 80% of Fourth of July celebrations across the country have been canceled. In West Tennessee, it seems the 244-year-old tradition isn't completely stopping because…
12-year-old impresses community with woodworking skills
JACKSON, Tenn. -- One 12-year-old is already learning the value of a hard earned dollar, with just a piece of wood and a mason jar. Jason Rankin Jr. -- aka Junior -- and…
Suspect charged in Caldwell Place shooting
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A man accused of a June 17 shooting is now in custody and charged with two counts of attempted murder. Court documents say Jackson police responded to a report of shots fired on Caldwell Place around 4…
Decatur Co., Lexington receive grants for site developments
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Decatur County and Lexington have received grants for site development for industrial sites and certification. According to a news release, the funding helps communities invest in infrastructure and engineering. Decatur County received $498,750 for the Highway 641…
8 new cases of COVID-19 confirmed; 217 total cases reported
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Eight new cases of COVID-19 have been confirmed in Madison County, bringing the total number of confirmed positive cases to 217, according to the Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department. The most recent cases are: 82-year-old male who…
2019 TBI data shows decrease in reported crime across the state
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation released their 2019 report for Crime in Tennessee and it has shown an overall decrease in reported crimes across the state. Crime data is…
Empire 8 theater reopens in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Empire 8 has announced they will be reopening the theater on Friday, June 26. For the first two weeks, Empire says it will be showing classic films for audiences of all…
