Suspect in fatal Jackson hit-and-run appears in court
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A man charged in connection with a fatal hit-and-run in January returned to Jackson City Court Thursday afternoon. David Case, 74, is charged with leaving the scene of an…
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Hardin Co. teacher's aide accused of planning to sedate students with sleep aid
JACKSON, Tenn. — A local elementary school employee is out of a job after school officials say she planned to sedate students with an over-the-counter sleep aid. "My first thought was…
Man accused of shooting at JPD officer goes to grand jury
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A man accused of shooting at a Jackson Police Department officer in December had his case sent to the Madison County grand jury Thursday. [caption id="attachment_250968" align="alignleft"…
'Men on the Move' tour visits Selmer Elementary School
SELMER, Tenn. -- Bus riders at Selmer Elementary School smiled a little brighter Thursday morning as they walked into school, thanks to a few special guests. LaShell Moore, a teacher at…
JPD confirms person in custody after possible arson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson police confirm one person is in custody after a fire Thursday afternoon in downtown Jackson. Officials say the fire started around 4 p.m. in the 500 block of…
Some local schools close due to illnesses
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Some area schools are calling off classes due to high numbers of illnesses.
Organizers cancel Kids' Mardi Gras parade in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Kids' Mardi Gras parade scheduled for Saturday in downtown Jackson has been canceled. Leaders with the Jackson Downtown Development Corporation say they made the decision Thursday morning due to the high chance for rain. They say…
Man wanted in Weakley Co. high-speed chase is captured
WEAKLEY COUNTY, Tenn. -- A man accused of leading officers from multiple agencies on a high-speed chase Wednesday evening is now in custody. Travis Streeter was taken into custody just after 1 p.m. Thursday at a house on Highway 45…
Mobile home blocks Hollywood off-ramp at 45 Bypass
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Police ask motorists to avoid the Hollywood Drive off-ramp at the Highway 45 Bypass Thursday morning as a mobile home is blocking traffic. According to a release from the…
Animal behaviorist Temple Grandin to speak at UT Martin
MARTIN, Tenn. (AP) -- An internationally known autism advocate and animal behaviorist is coming to Tennessee. The University of Tennessee at Martin says Dr. Temple Grandin will speak Tuesday in the Skyhawk Fieldhouse on campus. The sold-out lecture, "Developing Individuals…
Man wanted after high-speed chase in Weakley County
UPDATE -- A man wanted after a high-speed chase Wednesday evening is now in custody. Travis Streeter was captured Thursday afternoon at a home in Greenfield, according to the Weakley County Sheriff's Department. See the updated story here. Earlier story:…
Girl says she was excluded from yearbook after wearing tux instead of dress
CHESTER COUNTY, Tenn. -- A mother is outraged after she found out her daughter's senior picture would be excluded from the yearbook. Now the Chester County School District may face a discrimination…
What's New Wednesday: Pure Barre
JACKSON, Tenn. -- There is no vodka or beer in this bar. This exercise spot called "Pure Barre" is a unique place to workout that is fairly new to the…
Local school fills stands with fans for Carroll Academy Lady Jaguars
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A group of girls who may have been presented with circumstances that often make them feel alone have been inspired to work as a team for one common…
Jackson Dog Fanciers donate pet oxygen masks to fire department
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Fire Department received new equipment Wednesday that could help them save your pet's life. The fire department accepted 13 pet oxygen masks Wednesday at their training center.…
