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Road closure announced following detection of ruptured gas line

The Jackson Energy Authority has detected a leak in an 8-inch pipeline at Highway 45 South and the South Fork of the Forked Deer River.

Planning your next getaway? Look to the beach

With the cold weather continuing, you may be thinking about a warm vacation.

School's out: Here are some fun activities for your children

Due to the winter weather, many schools in the area are cancelled for the remainder of the week. Parents, if you are looking for ways to keep children occupied, we have a few fun and educational ways kids can burn off that energy after being cooped up inside.

Jackson police investigate homicide, victim identified

The Jackson Police Department is currently investigating a homicide that occurred on February 20, 2025, in the 100 block of Conger Street.

Jones promoted Director of Madison County Community Corrections

Marcus Jones has been promoted to Director of Madison County Community Corrections

School and Business Closings: February 21

Confirmed School and Business Closings for Friday, February 21

What the Tech: App permissions

When was the last time you checked what the apps on your phone are allowed to do?

Police respond to South Highland wreck

Our WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News tipsters alerted us to a wreck on South Highland Avenue Wednesday evening.

West Tennesseans hit the hills to enjoy the snow

Kids all across West Tennessee were out of school Wednesday and some celebrated the day by enjoying some winter thrills.

'If you're in it, so are we': Local restaurant keeps its doors open amid winter storm

One local restaurant heats things up while local residents are shivering in the cold weather.

How are the roads in Jackson? We went out to see

The winter weather has affected the road conditions all over West Tennessee. With plow trucks going all over Jackson, trying to clear the roads as best as possible, we got out on the roads to check out the conditions.

National Caregivers Day to kick off February 21

National Caregivers Day on the third Friday in February honors the healthcare professionals across the country providing long-term care and hospice care.