Bethel University Wildcats are back in action
MCKENZIE, Tenn. -- The college athletes at Bethel University are back on the practice field in McKenzie. The Wildcats had their first fall practice Wednesday night under the bright field lights.…
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Residents react to shots fired in north Jackson neighborhood
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson police are investigating after receiving several reports of shots being fired in a north Jackson neighborhood late Wednesday afternoon. Hours after the shooting, Jackson…
Church holds 'Back to school' prayer meeting
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson's Campbell Street Church of Christ hosted their big Back to School Prayer Meeting Wednesday evening. There was a huge turnout from the community as church leaders had an opportunity to fellowship and pray with students and…
Man charged with first-degree murder in Brownsville shooting
BROWNSVILLE, Tenn. -- Brownsville police have a suspect in custody in connection with a fatal weekend shooting. James Henry Clark Jr., 34,…
Huntingdon family speaks out after baby severely burned while with babysitter
HUNTINGDON, Tenn. — A 4-month-old boy is fighting for his life after family members say he was severely burned while in the care of a babysitter. "It hurts really…
Accused gunman in deadly 2015 shooting awaits verdict
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A Madison County jury began deliberations Wednesday following a two-day trial for an accused gunman facing a first-degree murder charge. The jury heard the testimony from…
JMCSS school nurses complete new, life-saving emergency training
JACKSON, Tenn. -- School nurses in the Jackson-Madison County School System received special training Wednesday that could save your child's life. The district said the program teaches nurses how…
TDOT offers tips to prevent eclipse from overshadowing road safety
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The solar eclipse is just a few weeks away, and the Tennessee Department of Transportation wants to remind motorists to drive carefully when the skies go dark. Parts of West Tennessee will see up to 90 percent darkness.…
JMCSS transportation department gets ready to roll for new school year
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson-Madison County bus drivers are clicking in and gearing up for the start of a new year. "Getting our students to school safely and getting them home…
Jackson hospital uses new robot for heart surgery
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A new robot could help save your life. Jackson-Madison County General Hospital recently purchased a Corindus Vascular Robotics CorPath GRX System. The machine allows cardiologists to make precise movements during heart surgery and gives physicians a close-up view…
Police respond to report of gunshots in north Jackson neighborhood
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Police responded Wednesday afternoon to a report of gunshots in a north Jackson neighborhood. Officers were on scene just after 4:30 p.m. in the area of Brooksie Drive and Walker Road. Details are limited at this time.…
2 Jackson manufacturers receive state honors for workplace safety
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Two Jackson manufacturing companies were awarded Wednesday by the Tennessee Department of Labor & Workforce Development. Commissioner Burns Phillips presented awards to both General Cable and Gerdau Mill during the Tennessee Safety and Health Conference in Nashville,…
TBI investigates after baby suffers water burns in Huntingdon
HUNTINGDON, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation and the Carroll County Sheriff's Department are investigating after a baby suffered water burn injuries. The 4-month-old boy is currently being treated in Cincinnati for water burn injuries he suffered on July…
Plaque honoring Aretha Franklin to be placed at former home
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) -- The mayor of Memphis is scheduled to dedicate a plaque honoring soul singer Aretha Franklin at her childhood home. Mayor Jim Strickland and other city officials are scheduled to unveil the plaque on Wednesday morning. Franklin,…
Multi-vehicle crash in Jackson sends at least 3 to hospital
JACKSON, Tenn. --Jackson police investigate a multiple vehicle crash in north Jackson. Officers say it happened around 9:15 p.m. Tuesday near Krystal on North Highland Avenue. Investigators say a car hit another vehicle from behind, causing at least three people…
