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Deputies search for inmate who left work detail in Jackson

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Deputies are searching for an inmate they say walked away from work detail Wednesday morning while working with a litter cleanup crew in east Jackson. The inmate, identified as 18-year-old Chemier Burns, was working as part of a…

JMCSS asks City Council for money to build new school

JACKSON, Tenn. -- In a 7-to-1 vote Tuesday, Jackson City Council members agree to form a committee to explore the possibility of funding a a new Jackson-Madison County School. Jackson City Councilman Harvey Buchanan voted for the committee. "Education is…

Henry Co. opens schools as storm shelters

HENRY COUNTY, Tenn. -- Due to the threat of severe weather, three schools in Henry County will be open Tuesday night as tornado shelters. These schools include Henry Elementary School, Inman Middle School and Harrelson School. If you need a place…

Tennessee medical marijuana bill dead for the year

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- One of the lead sponsors of a medical marijuana bill in Tennessee has withdrawn the measure after telling lawmakers that the legislation has been so watered down that passing it would actually be more harmful, especially…

JSCC cancels afternoon classes & events, including concert

JACKSON, Tenn. -- All Jackson State Community College classes and events starting at 4 p.m. or later on Tuesday, April 3, have been canceled, according to a release from the school. The Duo Guitiano concert has also been canceled. Parts…

Body found in vehicle identified as missing man

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson police have confirmed a body found Monday inside a vehicle off East Chester Street is a man who was reported missing last week. Martisse Randle was reported missing to Jackson police on March 29. Police say…

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