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Legislature gives final approval to moving James K. Polk

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- Nearly 170 years after President James K. Polk died, the Tennessee Legislature is urging that his remains be exhumed and taken to a fourth resting place — but it might take a while longer before the…

D.A.R. donates American flags to local school

JACKSON, Tenn.-- Wednesday, the Jackson-Madison County Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution donated flags to a local high school. The flags donated to Liberty Tech Magnet High School will replace classroom…

Jefferson Award: Glorious Damron

Every month WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News will honor a community member with the Jefferson Award. The National Jefferson Awards foundation in partnership with Leaders Credit Union honors local people who impact…

Toyos ceases campaign efforts for U.S. Senate seat

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Republican Party has been informed that Dr. Rolando Toyos has suspended his campaign for U.S. Senate. Toyos released the following statement Wednesday afternoon: “My dear departed mother used…

2 in custody, 1 on the run after Gibson Co. shooting

GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Gibson County Sheriff's Office has confirmed two people are in custody in connection with a Tuesday afternoon shooting. A third suspect is still on the run, according to the Sheriff's Office. …

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