McNairy Co. Schools to get new water filtration systems
MICHIE, Tenn. -- A new water filtration system in the McNairy County School System could cut costs for parents. “It tastes like regular water,” Mia Malone, a fourth grader, said.…
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McKenzie man sentenced to 15 years on child porn charge
McKENZIE, Tenn. -- A McKenzie man has been sentenced to 15 years in federal prison for distribution of child pornography. Seferino Saldivar, 42, pleaded guilty in May to using an internet…
Madison Co. Sheriff's Office releases updated most-wanted list
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Madison County Sheriff's Office has updated their most-wanted list. The department released the updated list Thursday with three new subjects — Norma Barnett, William Andrews and Bryan…
Officers on scene of murder-suicide in Bolivar, Chester County
CHESTER COUNTY, Tenn. -- Authorities are investigating what police describe as a murder-suicide that reportedly began with a shooting Thursday morning in Bolivar. The Bolivar Police Department responded to reports of…
West TN lawmakers speak out on reason for passing on Durham ouster vote
NASHVILLE, Tenn.-Two West Tennessee representatives passed on whether to oust State Representative Jeremy Durham, amid sexual misconduct allegations. The Franklin Republican is accused of inappropriate conduct involving 22 different women.…
Convicted felon still on loose in Chester County
HENDERSON, Tenn -- For a second night, neighbors along Frankie Lane worry for their safety with convicted felon Gary Hart believed to still be in these woods. "It was a…
Emergency responders converge near downtown Jackson for hazmat drill
JACKSON, Tenn.-If you happened to be near downtown Jackson, Wednesday night and saw a large presence of first responders.. don't worry, it was just a drill. The agencies converged on State Street…
Kirkland Cancer Center holds bone marrow donor registration
JACKSON, Tenn.-Right now, more then 14,000 people across the country are awaiting a bone marrow transplant. Wednesday afternoon, Jackson's Kirkland Cancer Center held a special drive in hopes of finding some…
Murder trial begins for accused Big Sandy gunman
BENTON COUNTY, Tenn. -- An accused killer appeared Wednesday in court for the first day of his murder trial. George Burns is on trial for the Nov. 16, 2015, shooting death of…
UT Martin interim chancellor visits Jackson Rotary Club
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Rotary Club on Wednesday welcomed the interim chancellor of the University of Tennessee Martin to their weekly lunch meeting. Interim Chancellor Dr. Robert Smith talked…
Search continues for Chester Co. fugitive
CHESTER COUNTY, Tenn. -- A fugitive is still on the run after a Tuesday manhunt that sent schools into lockdown. Gary Hart is still wanted on accusations of opening…
Humboldt police warn storage unit users after string of burglaries
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- Police are urging anyone who uses storage units to take precautions after a recent string of burglaries. The Humboldt Police Department started investigating Monday after a series of storage unit…
Rising star lawmaker took steep fall after sex allegations
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - Tennessee state Rep. Jeremy Durham was a rising Republican legislative star, but his increasingly erratic behavior and mounting sexual harassment allegations finally caught up with him when the chamber voted 70-2 to expel him. The vote…
Tennessee State, Joyner Foundation offer scholarships
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - Tennessee State University and radio host Tom Joyner are getting together to encourage community college graduates to attend the university and teach in Memphis and Nashville after graduation. The university said the effort is designed to…
Man pleads guilty to killing Johnny Cash's great-niece
COOKEVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - A New Jersey man accused of fatally stabbing Johnny Cash's great-niece in Tennessee is set to serve 15 years in prison after reaching a plea deal. Multiple news outlets report Wayne Masciarella of Cape May, New…
