Local NAACP honors Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Jackson, Tenn.--The local NAACP's celebration to honor Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was cancelled due to the winter weather Monday. The NAACP originally had a breakfast program at the T.R.…
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Milan and Huntingdon impacted by snow and ice
MILAN, Tenn.--- "Just trying to shovel," Michael Hill, who owns a law firm in Milan, said. "I've got some clients coming in and I want to make sure it's safe for…
Residents deal with icy roads days after winter storm
JACKSON, Tenn. -- It's been three days since a winter mix fell throughout West Tennessee. While some of the snow is melting, some roads continue to cause problems for those heading back…
Bolivar recognizes 2 during Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. celebration
BOLIVAR, Tenn. -- Residents in Bolivar came together today to celebrate the birthday of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The event took place at the Campbell Chapel Missionary Baptist Church in…
Dove release held in memory of Brownsville homicide victim
BROWNSVILLE, Tenn. -- The family of Kentavious Wilson, a 19-year-old who was shot and killed earlier this month, remembered him today with a dove release. The dove release was held at…
'Queen of Blues' laid to rest in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A blues icon and Jackson resident was laid to rest Monday. People packed Englewood Baptist Church for a homegoing service honoring the 'Queen of Blues' Denise Lasalle.…
Madison Co. Fire Dept. warns public about phone scam
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Madison County Fire Department is warning the public about what they call a phone scam asking for donations in their name. Many residents are getting phone calls soliciting donations for the fire department, according to…
Jackson police investigate weekend armed robbery
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Police are investigating an armed robbery that took place Sunday at a Jackson home. Police say two masked gunmen robbed a couple inside their home in the 400 block…
Closings, cancellations & delays for Tuesday, Jan. 16, 2018
School closings for Tuesday, Jan. 16, 2018
Icy roads continue to affect drivers across West Tennessee
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- This week's winter weather fell from the sky two days ago, but officials say, it looks like it won't be going anywhere anytime soon. Driving through the streets…
Sled riders hit the hills during wintry weather
JACKSON, Tenn -- A group of west Tennesseans were out taking advantage of the slick environment Sunday afternoon. WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News ran into a group of people sledding down snow and…
Denise LaSalle funeral arrangements, memorial moved to new location
JACKSON, Tenn -- The visitation and memorial services for blues legend Denise LaSalle, originally scheduled for Saturday, have been rescheduled for Monday due to inclement weather. Visitation will now be Monday, January 15th from…
Man wanted on multiple charges captured in McNairy County
McNAIRY COUNTY, Tenn -- McNairy County Sheriff's deputies have captured a man wanted on multiple charges. Allen Owen, 31, was taken into custody on outstanding warrants Sunday morning. The sheriff's department received…
House fire kills family of 4 in Hardin County
HARDIN COUNTY, Tenn. — Officials are investigating a house fire that claimed the lives of a family of four. "It just stuns you, I mean there's not really words for something…
Residents support white winter gala charity event
McKENZIE, Tenn -- It was the perfect atmosphere for the White Winter Gala in McKenzie Saturday evening. It's a charity event for LeBonheur Children's hospital, held in honor of the opening…
