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Suspect barricades himself in house, SWAT team called in

JACKSON, Tenn -- With guns drawn and a SWAT team ready, the Jackson police responded to a report of a man barricade inside a home on Tuesday. "They were looking for a domestic…

First responders find decomposing body inside facility for the indigent

JACKSON, Tenn.-First responders confirm a badly decomposing body was found inside a facility for the indigent near downtown Jackson. Emergency crews were called to the Bobby Carter House along North…

Sheriff Mehr holds 25th community meeting in east Madison County

MADISON COUNTY, Tenn.-The Madison County sheriff held his 25th community meeting since taking office, Tuesday evening. This one was held at the East Madison County Community Association Center. Sheriff Mehr met with…

LANA community meets for annual neighborhood event

JACKSON, Tenn.-Members of the LANA community met for dinner and the chance to catch up with old neighbors and meet new ones, Tuesday evening. The neighborhood association held its annual gathering at…

Man on TBI's 'Most Wanted' list back in custody

NASHVILLE, Tenn.-One day after being added to the TBI's Ten Most Wanted List, a suspected killer from Chattanooga is back in custody. Jacob Evan Coyne faces charges of criminal homicide and especially aggravated robbery. Officers said a tip led them…

Gardeners concerned for cold weather's affects on plants, trees

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Alabama ag officials probe 3 possible cases of bird flu

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - The Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries is investigating three possible cases of avian influenza in north Alabama. At a news conference Tuesday, Agriculture and Industries Commission John McMillan said the findings of bird flu in…

Man convicted of conspiring to kill witnesses in murder case gets 23 years

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Another man is sentenced in the high-profile 2014 double murder of a standout football player and his stepfather in north Jackson. On Tuesday, the man found…

West Tennesseans react to sudden cold snap

JACKSON, Tenn. — The recent cold snap has West Tennesseans both loving and hating the forecast. The frigid temperatures might be uncomfortable for some, but for others, including some local business owners, the drop in temperatures is warming up their bottom…

Officers surround north Jackson home, take man into custody

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Law enforcement vehicles lined the streets of a north Jackson neighborhood Tuesday evening as officers surrounded a home. Numerous law enforcement officers and vehicles lined the street around 6 p.m. in the area of Charjean Drive off…

Northside United Methodist Church honored for community service

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local church got nationwide honors Tuesday in recognition of all they do for the community. Northside United Methodist Church on North Highland Avenue was honored as the…

JSCC hosts events for Women's History Month

JACKSON, Tenn. -- One local college is celebrating Women's History Month throughout March with events almost every day. Jackson State Community College is hosting its 7th annual Women's History Month with panels, speakers and…

TBI issues Amber Alert for runaway Middle Tenn. teenager

UPDATE -- The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has upgraded this missing child case to a statewide Amber Alert. Original story: MAURY COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has issued an alert for an endangered runaway. Elizabeth Thomas, 15,…

THP urges driver safety for upcoming St. Patrick's Day weekend

JACKSON, Tenn. -- St. Patrick's Day is right around the corner, and although that means a celebration for some, officers are reminding the public to make safe decisions on the…