Marsha Blackburn addresses key issues in Senate race
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Marsha Blackburn says she stands by President Donald Trump. At his rally for her last week, the president said he supports her as well. "She's all about Tennessee…
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Manufacturing Day gives students close-up look at possible careers
McKENZIE, Tenn. -- "We're taking an opportunity to tell our community, and particularly our young people, about the vibrant industry of manufacturing," said Monte Bowers, plant manager of Republic Door and Frames.…
Cotton bales catch fire on tractor-trailer in Crockett County
CROCKETT COUNTY, Tenn. -- The driver of a tractor-trailer says his brakes caught a load of cotton he was hauling on fire Wednesday morning. Police say they got a call around 4:30 a.m. about a tractor-trailer driving down the road on…
Brad Paisley, wife to help open free grocery store in Nashville
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- Country singer Brad Paisley and wife, actress Kimberly Williams-Paisley, are partnering with Belmont University to open a free grocery store in Nashville. The Tennessean reports in a Tuesday story that the store will be set up…
Car chase leads to crash on North Highland Avenue
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A brief car chase led to a crash Wednesday afternoon that slowed traffic on a busy Jackson street. Jackson police confirm a woman is in custody after a brief car chase Wednesday afternoon. The chase ended with…
Media asks Tennessee high court to boost press protection
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- A group of Tennessee publishers and broadcasters is asking the state Supreme Court to overturn precedent and strengthen protections for the press. The request comes in a defamation case against Nashville television reporter Phil Williams. At…
ATF: Hundreds of guns stolen in Memphis seized near Chicago
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) -- Federal authorities say most of the roughly 400 guns stolen from a United Parcel Service facility in Tennessee have been recovered in the Chicago area. Authorities say they seized about 365 Ruger .22-caliber and .380-caliber firearms…
National 'Night Out' celebrations aim to combat neighborhood crime
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Hundreds of communities across the country came together tonight to take a stand against crime, including in the Hub City. Jackson Police Department Investigator Aubrey Richardson knows…
"Runway for a Cure" highlights Breast Cancer Awareness Month
JACKSON, Tenn.--October is Breast Cancer Awareness month. Tuesday night, West Tennessee "Rocked the Runway" for a cure. The 24th annual Runway for a Cure at the Carl Perkins Civic Center kicked off to benefit the American Cancer Society. Guests enjoyed…
Community members celebrate 1 year for Beech Bluff Community Center
BEECH BLUFF, Tenn.--A local community center celebrated its one year anniversary. Families and friends gathered at the Beech Bluff Community Center. The community center offers line dancing, bingo and an…
Risk of deer-related crashes increases during fall months
JACKSON, Tenn. -- October marks the beginning of deer season, which means the odds of hitting one while driving goes up. "Since September I've already handled six [claims], and that's just…
City Council members approve money for Animal Care Center for second time
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson City Council members recognized a community leader, rezoned land, and rallied for a new animal care center in Tuesday's meeting. "We are requesting $1.3 million to…
Starbucks, AARP host annual 'Coffee With a Cop' event
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Starbucks hosted the third annual "Coffee With a Cop Day" Tuesday in Jackson. The Jackson Chapter of AARP sponsored the event at the Starbucks location on…
Distinguished FHU alumnus speaks at chapel, receives honors
CHESTER COUNTY, Tenn. -- A special speaker visited a local university Tuesday. Dr. Kyo "Paul" Jhin spoke at Freed-Hardeman University chapel. Jhin, an FHU alumnus, received a proclamation from the city and the…
National Night Out 2018 block party locations in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Hub City residents are coming together Tuesday evening for National Night Out block parties across the city. WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News will be live from some of the events. Below is a list of block party locations…
