Dyersburg police seek to ID rape suspect
DYERSBURG, Tenn. -- Police are hoping a composite sketch can help lead them to two suspects in a recent rape. The victim was able to provide a better…
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TBI: 2 charged in deadly Covington home invasion
MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has announced the arrests of two men in a recent home invasion and homicide in Covington. Armoni De'Quan Hall, left,…
Man charged in 3 thefts from south Jackson Wal-Mart
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A man faces shoplifting charges after police say he was caught on camera three times while stealing from a local Wal-Mart. Franklin Cordero…
Nashville mayor backs push to bring Major League Soccer to city
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- Nashville Mayor Megan Barry is backing a push to attract a professional soccer team by building a new soccer stadium. Barry says in a news release Thursday that the Fairgrounds Nashville would be the best place…
Skeletal remains identified as missing Fort Campbell soldier
CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- Authorities say skeletal remains found in Tennessee are those of a missing Fort Campbell soldier. Tennessee Bureau of Investigation spokeswoman Susan Niland sent a statement to news media Wednesday confirming that the remains found at Exit…
Three facing murder, attempted murder charges make court appearance
MILAN, Tenn.-Three men that are facing charges of murder and attempted murder, appeared in court, Wednesday in Milan. Lawrence Douglas, Lillo Harrel and Uel Pearson appeared before a judge for their preliminary hearing. The three are accused in the shooting…
City of Jackson's Budget Review Committee meets
JACKSON, Tenn -- A committee takes a closer look at the budget for the city of Jackson. "We're spending more than we are taking in," said Randy Wallace, chairman of the…
Search continues for Chester Co. man missing after fire
CHESTER COUNTY, Tenn. -- After a fatal house fire in Chester County leaves one person dead, investigators are now searching for the homeowner. "Until you see it up close…
Car runs into treeline off busy Jackson street
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Police responded Wednesday afternoon after a car left the roadway and ran into a treeline near a busy street. The wreck happened a little after noon on Dr. F.E. Wright Drive and North Parkway. Officers on scene…
Local OB/GYN urges caution when visiting Zika-affected regions
JACKSON, Tenn. -- One local doctor wants to give a friendly reminder to West Tennesseans. If you are planning on traveling outside the country this spring, be cautious when visiting Zika-affected…
Manufacturer to expand in Brownsville, create more jobs
BROWNSVILLE, Tenn. — Tennessee Economic Development Commissioner Randy Boyd made a special trip to Brownsville Wednesday to announce the Teknor Apex company will be expanding. "They could choose any place…
Gunman sentenced to 37 years in 2015 Humboldt bank shooting
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A California man who shot a woman twice during a 2015 bank robbery in Humboldt has been sentenced to 37 years in federal prison. Dominic Williams, 40, of Los Angeles, was…
Oil drum spill slows traffic on North Highland
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Crews have rerouted traffic after an oil spill Wednesday afternoon near the intersection of North Highland Avenue and East King Street. A 55-gallon drum filled with burnt motor oil reportedly spilled on the roadway. Workers are applying…
UT Martin chancellor discusses goals for new leadership
JACKSON, Tenn. -- One local college has started off the year with new leadership. Keith Carver is the 10th chancellor of the University of Tennessee at Martin. Carver grew up…
Haslam cites trucking industry support for fuel tax hike
MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (AP) -- Republican Gov. Bill Haslam is citing the willingness of the trucking industry to pay more at the pump as an example of why Tennessee needs to increase the state's gas and diesel taxes. It's been a…
