Man charged in stabbing at west Jackson motel
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Police arrested a man accused in a stabbing outside a motel in west Jackson. Seth Clayton, 32, appeared Monday in Jackson City Court on an aggravated assault charge. He is…
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Local delegates ready for Democratic National Convention
PHILADELPHIA, Penn. -- This year's Democratic National Convention is something local delegates from Madison County say they're looking forward to. "Excitement and a lot of energy as the Democratic party…
Jackson police: Cell phone records help nab burglary suspect
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Police say phone records led to the arrest of an 18-year-old accused of stealing more than $4,000 worth of items from a home in north Jackson. Jacob Morford appeared…
Huntingdon residents learn tips on surviving active shooter
HUNTINGDON, Tenn. -- In light of recent tragedies across the country involving active shooters, one local community is taking it upon themselves to be prepared in case something happens. Officials say…
Extreme drought hurting farmers in Chattanooga region
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (AP) -- Scattered showers over the last few weeks have not eased extreme drought hurting farmers in and around the Chattanooga area. The Chattanooga Times Free Press reports the latest U.S. Drought Monitor map shows extreme drought conditions…
Pastor celebrates 41 years at Lexington church
LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- Pastor Ivey Jamison has been the leader of the Pleasant Hill Baptist Church in Lexington for 41 years. "Marvelous and grateful." Pastor Jamison said. "Just unspeakable because it's an…
Police: Bemis shooting injures one
JACKSON, Tenn.--Jackson Police said they're looking for a suspect in a Sunday afternoon shooting. Police said the shooting happened near the 100 block of Davidson Street in Bemis. At least one person…
District 73 candidates for state House seat talk health care, possible changes
JACKSON, Tenn -- Two men are running for the district 73 state House seat in the August fourth primary. WBBJ 7 Eyewitness news caught up with incumbent Jimmy Eldridge, and his opponent Glen Gaugh to…
Unity March in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn -- A march to show unity through the streets of the Hub City. "I love my city and I love the people who are here." Jackson resident Karita Golden said.…
Jackson kids learn life skills at 10th Annual Bounce Back Basketball Camp
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Kids were up bright and early this morning for the 10th Annual Bounce Back Basketball Camp. With the help of local businesses this event was free for all campers.…
Jackson Generals host Pokemon Go Tournament
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Pokemon Go sensation is no stranger to the folks in the Jackson community. "We've caught seven so far," Sylvia Rowe said. "You've caught seven already?" Josh Russell…
6th annual Toast of Jackson raises money for Carl Perkins Center
JACKSON, Tenn -- Residents in the Hub City had a chance to get a sample of what their city has to offer all in one place Saturday afternoon. "Toast of Jackson" at…
Second "Pokemon-Go" event 'lures' trainers to downtown Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn.-Dozens of Pokemon trainers of all ages descended on downtown Jackson Friday night for the Hub City's 2nd "Pokemon-Go" event. The Jackson Downtown Development Corporation dropped lures for Pokemon from 6 until 10 p.m. Many businesses in the area…
"Unity in the Community" meeting draws hundreds to pray for country
MILAN, Tenn. --Hundreds of people gathered Friday night spanning racial and gender barriers to pray for their city, community, and country. Milan residents hosted their first "Unity in the…
Jackson prepares for peaceful march Saturday
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Community members are planning a march Saturday through the Hub City in hopes of bringing unity. "This is the beginning. We are laying the foundation." said Chastelisa…
