Economic workshop kicks off in downtown Jackson
DOWNTOWN JACKSON -- With a new workshop, area leaders like Hardin County Mayor Kevin Davis hope to expand economic growth among their communities. "We're trying to grow our citizens to…
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Organizers plan first anti-crime march of 2016
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Not even a month into the new year, the city of Jackson already has seen three homicides. Just in the past two nights police have investigated armed…
Supporters of presdential hopeful Marco Rubio rally in downtown Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Supporters of Republican presidential hopeful Marco Rubio rallied Thursday in downtown Jackson. About a dozen West Tennesseans gathered outside City Hall in support of the Florida senator. Among those in attendance…
Kids throw pies at teachers after reaching goal to help homeless
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Pies were flying in a school playground Thursday, all for a good cause. Around 80 students were able to throw whip cream pies in their teachers' faces Thursday afternoon after…
Human bodies go on display at Discovery Park of America
UNION CITY, Tenn. -- A new exhibit at Discovery Park of America in Union City gives visitors an up-close look at the human body. “Nothing can prepare you for it,”…
ACLU of Tenn.: Transgender students have legal right to restroom access
NASHVILLE -- The American Civil Liberties Union of Tennessee sent a letter Thursday to every school district in the state regarding restroom access for transgender students, according to an ACLU release. In the letter, the ACLU references a recent letter…
Local animal shelter to close facility in February
THREE WAY, Tenn. -- Beyond Bars Animal Rescue is closing the doors to its shelter. After more than two years of operating out of the "big house," BBAR said they need to find…
Police: Fingerprints link man to burglary of Jackson home
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A man is facing charges in a recent burglary after investigators say they matched his fingerprints to those left at the crime scene. Devonte…
State officials: Register now to vote in March presidential primary
NASHVILLE -- The registration deadline is approaching for Tennesseans who want to vote in the upcoming presidential primary. Voters must register by Monday, Feb. 1, to vote in the SEC Primary, which will be March 1, according to a release from…
Woman injured during early morning home invasion
MEDINA, Tenn. -- An armed suspect on the run after an early morning home invasion in Medina, Wednesday. After attacking the victim, officers said the suspect got away with the…
Jackson police search for armed robbery suspect
JACKSON, Tenn.-Jackson police are looking for a suspect wanted for the armed robbery of a north Jackson convenience store, Wednesday night. Investigators told WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News, a man walked into the…
Mother & father remember son, Noah Chamberlin
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A 2-year-old boy brought out an entire community when he first went missing two weeks ago. A family says their boy has attracted the attention of…
SAFE Campaign encourages seat belt safety
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Seat belts are for everyone. That's what authorities said they're emphasizing over the next six months across the Volunteer State. "This is a program that we hope that we…
State Sen. Brian Kelsey talks education with Jackson Rotary Club
JACKSON, Tenn. -- One of Jackson's oldest civic clubs played host to a West Tennessee state senator Wednesday afternoon. Brian Kelsey, R-Germantown, spoke to the Jackson Rotary Club Wednesday afternoon about education and its…
U of M Lambuth offers visit to Mayberry with 'Andy Griffith Show' exhibit
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local college library is offering everyone a chance to visit Mayberry. The University of Memphis Lambuth Campus is hosting a "Forever Mayberry" exhibit, celebrating 55 years of "The…
