Community celebrates Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Lane College Chapter of the NAACP brought the community together Monday to celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. "Dr. King is just one of those concepts in…
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Flooding continues to impact Hardin Co. after weekend rain
SAVANNAH, Tenn. -- Some areas of Hardin County are no stranger to flooding, particularly areas along the Tennessee River. "Usually we have it maybe once a year, or maybe once…
Gibson Co. residents march in honor of Martin Luther King Jr.
TRENTON, Tenn. -- Many communities across West Tennessee took the day Monday to honor a man who focused on peace, unity and justice. Some residents celebrated Martin Luther King Jr. Day…
Community members march in honor of MLK legacy
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Community members celebrating Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. marched together Monday through the streets of Jackson. They held signs, sang and chanted in honor of Dr. King. The march ended…
Local church hosts service honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Residents gathered Monday at a local church to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. NAACP President Harrell Carter, City Councilman Ernest Brooks and others spoke. Brooks also read…
Sheriff: Knoxville police shot man driving toward officers
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- Authorities say police in East Tennessee fatally shot a motorist who was driving toward officers. The Knoxville News Sentinel cited a statement from the Knox County Sheriff's Office that says a Knoxville police officer shot 30-year-old…
Memphis Grizzlies offer free tickets to furloughed federal workers
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) -- The NBA's Memphis Grizzlies are giving free tickets to federal employees who are furloughed because of the partial government shutdown. The Commercial Appeal reports furloughed government workers can attend Monday's game against the New Orleans Pelicans…
Ex-Tennessee Gov. Bill Haslam says he'll mull Senate options
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- Former Tennessee Republican Gov. Bill Haslam says he'll take some time to consider his options before deciding whether to run for the U.S. Senate. The Tennessean reports Haslam said Saturday at the inauguration of his successor,…
North Jackson church hosts annual Reconciliation Service
JACKSON, Tenn. - A local church brings people of all backgrounds together to celebrate unity and diversity. It's a service that is held every year at North Side Assembly Church. "This is…
Snowy weather puts some Tennesseans' driving skills to the test
MARTIN, Tenn--Snowy weather made its way to Tennessee over the weekend. WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News Meteorologist Corallys Ortiz said snow mostly landed in the northern parts of Tennessee. "We did see some…
Church Closings for Sunday, January 20th
Church Closings and Delays for Sunday, January 20th, 2019: First Baptist Church in Martin Right Path Ministries in Union City First Baptist Church in Bemis - Sunday School Canceled Union Grove Baptist Church in McKenzie Hope Baptist Church in Jackson…
TDOT prepares roads for winter conditions
JACKSON, Tenn. - The Tennessee Department of Transportation is preparing roads for winter weather this weekend. With the winter weather conditions, drivers are being urged to use caution on the roads. "We…
Historic Jackson restaurant closes
JACKSON, Tenn. - Today is the last day of operation for a historic Jackson restaurant. Baudo's closed Saturday after decades in business. It was the first pizza place in Jackson, and the first fine dining restaurant. "Just want to thank…
Bill Lee is sworn in as Tennessee's 50th Governor
JACKSON, Tenn-- Republican Bill Lee's Inaugural ceremony took place at the War Memorial Auditorium in Nashville. Historically, inaugural ceremonies would be held outdoors on the Legislative Plaza, but due to wet…
Some warrants issued in Jackson City court may be in question
DOWNTOWN JACKSON, Tenn. -- A new discovery from the local district attorney's office shows some warrants processed in Jackson City Court may not have been properly issued. "A court officer indicated…
