Gibson Co. kids enjoy learning on college campus
TRENTON, Tenn. -- Monday morning, parents dropped their students off for their first day of College for Kids. "In fact, when we walked in he was actually asking me…
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Jackson man charged with TennCare fraud by doctor shopping
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A Jackson man is facing charges in Crockett County on accusations of doctor shopping for prescription drugs and using TennCare as payment. Calvin Jones, 57, is charged with two counts of…
Installation process begins in Union's bell tower
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The toll has been electronic since its construction in 2000, but soon real bells will chime from the inside of Miller Tower on Union University's campus. "Electronics…
Jackson Police Department shares 'Running Man Challenge' video
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Police Department shared a video Monday showing off the department's dancing skills. The JPD version of the "Running Man Challenge" viral video features officers…
Judge revokes bond for Jackson burglary, theft suspect
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A man accused of breaking into Jackson businesses will stay behind bars for now. Andrew Kim faces multiple counts including burglary, theft and vandalism. [caption id="attachment_162583" align="alignleft"…
Woman killed after being struck by train in Gibson County
GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- A woman was killed Monday morning after being struck by a train, according to the Gibson County Sheriff's Department. According to Gibson County Sheriff Paul Thomas, the department got the call around 10 a.m. about a…
Judge sets trial date for murder suspect
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A man accused in a deadly shooting outside a Jackson nightclub will go to trial this fall. Corbyn Davis appeared in Madison County Circuit Court on Monday. Judge Don Allen set his trial date for Sept. 27.…
Memphis police ask protesters to attend meeting
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) -- Memphis officials are asking protesters who occupied a key bridge over the Mississippi River Sunday night to attend a meeting where they can voice their concerns. Memphis Mayor Jim Strickland and Interim Police Chief Michael Rallings…
Church Shows Support For Police
JACKSON, Tenn --- A Jackson church paints a picture of love in their community one hand at a time Sunday. "We believe that all lives matter and we want to show that…
NAACP holds community forum Monday night
JACKSON, Tenn-- The Jackson Madison county NAACP branch invites the general public to an open forum at their headquarters Monday night. A decision was made early Sunday morning by NAACP president, Harrell Carter…
Protesters block I-40 bridge for hours
MEMPHIS, Tennessee (AP) - Hundreds of protesters angry over police killings of black people occupied a key bridge over the Mississippi River Sunday night, blocking an interstate highway for hours. Traffic on…
Community Supports Jackson Police Department
JACKSON, Tenn -- With signs raised high a community came together just to say thank you to the local police department. "We want to show our appreciation for local law enforcers, and really…
Charity horse show benefits youth organization
JACKSON, Tenn-- Get ready to start your horses! The Mid South horse show association hosted their annual charity horse show in Pugh Bourne Park Saturday. Secretary of the charity horse…
911 call leads to investigation of local emergency response time
KENTON, Tenn.--Officials in Obion County are working to solve their lack of EMS resources during emergencies after one local man almost died because no first responders were available in Obion, Gibson,…
Group holds vigil to remember lives affected by police-involved shootings
HUMBOLDT, Tenn.-Dozens gathered in Humboldt Friday night to remember individuals who have lost their lives in police-involved shootings across the country. Those who attended said a prayer and lit candles in…
