7 days, 2 shootings and zero recent updates from Jackson police
JACKSON, Tenn. -- There have been two shootings in east Jackson in the last seven days and zero updates from the Jackson Police Department since Monday. One of the shootings happened…
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TDOT announces lane closures in Jackson this weekend
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Expect more delays along the 45 Bypass and Interstate 40 this weekend in north Jackson. "I believe it's a headache sometimes, sitting in traffic after a long day's…
Scarecrows stalk downtown McKenzie for annual contest
McKENZIE, Tenn. -- One West Tennessee city is getting into the Halloween spirit a little early by setting up a scarecrow display in their town square. Businesses, clubs and residents in McKenzie…
State grant to help provide mental health, substance abuse services in Madison County
JACKSON, Tenn. — The Madison County Jail expansion project is one step closer to being complete. The Tennessee Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services awarded the $3.1 million…
Help take down the zombies at Battlezone Park in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- What would happen if zombies took over the Hub City? One company thinks shooting them with paintballs is the way to save the day. "It's Halloween, man.…
2 arrested in shutdown of Humboldt drug house
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- Two men are facing various charges after agents with the 28th Judicial Drug Task Force make a drug bust in Humboldt. A two-month investigation led to a search…
Memphis student says she was raped twice in 20 days
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) -- Students at the University of Memphis are planning to protest for a third consecutive day after a student said she was raped twice off-campus within a 20-day span earlier this year. The Commercial Appeal reports that…
Jacksonians descend on downtown for annual Liberty Street Block Party
JACKSON, Tenn.-Jacksonians took to the streets in downtown Jackson for a little fun, Thursday evening. The annual Liberty Street Block Party was free to all, thanks to local sponsors. With area students out for fall break, it was a perfect…
Madison Co. F.D. holds event in conjunction to Fire Prevention Week
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn.-The Madison County Fire Department held a puppet show, Thursday night. The event, held in conjunction with Fire Prevention Week included games, a smoke filled building and a puppet show to draw people in and to show the…
Jackson City Councilman Scott Conger to vacate council seat
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson city councilman Scott Conger will vacate his seat next month. The District 5 councilman is staying in the city, but moving outside of the district. A bigger home…
Jackson's Denny's restaurant holds fundraiser for Las Vegas shooting victims
JACKSON, Tenn.-The mass shooting in Las Vegas has touched the lives of west Tennesseans. The general manager of a local restaurant said they wanted to show the community how much they care. So Denny's in Jackson held a spaghetti dinner…
Local woman deployed to island for hurricane relief with Red Cross
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A number of states, territories and islands in the Atlantic have been hit during a very active hurricane season. With help needed in so many affected areas,…
Police: Man robs local discount store
JACKSON, Tenn.--Thanks to a tip from a WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News tipster, we were alerted of an armed robbery at a local discount store. Jackson Police said a man…
Local troop leaders react to Boy Scouts allowing girls in programs
JACKSON, Tenn. — Even though the Boy Scouts of America won't be changing their name, girls will be allowed to become cub scouts starting fall 2018. "I think our cub…
Madison County Health Department hosts Missing Persons Day
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Those who may be looking for a lost family member or loved one were given some hope today at the Madison County Health Department. The State Department of…
