James "Super" Wolfe to be inducted into TN Radio Hall of Fame
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Local radio legend James "Super" Wolfe is being inducted into the Tennessee Radio Hall of Fame as part of the Career Class of 2018. Wolfe began his radio career as…
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Local rescue agency asks for help with fosters during cold winter season
HARDIN COUNTY, Tenn. -- Due to the unseasonably cold weather in West Tennessee, animal rescue agencies have been feeling more of a squeeze lately. They've had to give extra attention to foster…
Gist, Harris discuss infrastructure needs & transportation at First Friday Forum
JACKSON, Tenn. — Madison County and the City of Jackson mayors outline their vision for the new year at the First Friday Forum. "2017 was challenging, and sometimes a disappointing year for…
Firefighters fight more than fires during the winter months
ALAMO, Tenn. -- A vacant home went up in flames Thursday night in Alamo. Our cameras were there as firefighters battled not just the fire, but the cold at a home on Park…
Family and friends remember former FHU President
HENDERSON, Tenn. -- Former Freed-Hardeman University President Dr. E. Claude Gardner passed away Sunday. "My father died when I was 12 and a half, so Dr. Gardner was a great example…
Local restaurants expect big crowds for first Titans playoff in 9 years
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Titans will head to the playoffs this weekend for the first time in nine years. Local businesses said they expect big crowds for the game. Staff…
3 inmates, 2 others charged in contraband conspiracy
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Three Madison County jail inmates and two women are charged after allegedly bringing in and conspiring to bring cell phones into the Madison County Criminal Justice Complex. Evading arrest, drug possession with intent,…
Woman charged after $16,000 in merchandise stolen from Sears
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A woman is charged in connection with a theft from Sears, with more than $16,000 in merchandise stolen from the North Jackson store. Takeea Douglass, 25, is charged with theft of property over $10,000. According to court…
Tennessee's suicide rate hit record high in 2016
NASHVILLE -- Tennessee's suicide rate hit a record high in 2016, according to a news release from the Tennessee Suicide Prevention Network. In any given day, three people in Tennessee die by suicide, according to the release. While the suicide…
TDOT announces upcoming lane closures on 45 Bypass at I-40
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Department of Transportation has announced lane closures coming Monday and Tuesday for the 45 Bypass at the Interstate 40 overpass. There will be temporary lane closures from…
Emma's reign ends; Ava top baby name for Tennessee girls
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- So long, Emma. The name Ava is now the most popular for girls born in Tennessee. Tennessee's Department of Health released Thursday its list of the most popular names for babies born in the state in…
REMINDER: JMCSS buses, classes on 2-hour delay Friday
JACKSON, Tenn. — Leaders with the Jackson-Madison County School System have announced classes and buses will operate on a two-hour delay Friday, Jan. 5, with all buildings opening at regular times for students to be dropped off. Breakfast will be…
Fire breaks out in vacant house in Crockett County
ALAMO, Tenn. -- A fire breaks out Thursday night at a vacant home in Crockett County. The home was located at the 200 block of Burns Street in Alamo. Neighbors reported seeing big flames at the top of the house…
Local organizations make sure those without a home stay warm
JACKSON, Tenn. -- There have been 12 confirmed deaths across the country as a direct result of the cold weather, so local organizations are doing what they can to make sure…
TBI raises human trafficking awareness through social media campaign
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation is raising awareness this month about the ongoing issue of human trafficking. Since 2014, through the TBI's "It Has to Stop" campaign on…
