Leprechaun Leap 5K hits streets of north Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A new St. Patrick's Day tradition is on the run Thursday evening in north Jackson. Mulligan's near Union University is hosting WRAP's Leprechaun Leap 5K. The race begins at 6:30…
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THP: Woman crashes after fleeing traffic stop; had toddler in car
CROCKETT COUNTY, Tenn. -- THP officials say a woman crashed her car in Gadsden after fleeing from a state trooper during a Thursday afternoon traffic stop. The woman also reportedly had a 3-year-old child in the back seat who was…
Church shares St. Patrick's tradition one bite at a time
LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- For more than 25 years, a West Tennessee church has shared the spirit of St. Patrick's Day one mouthwatering bite at a time. "We need nine Reubens…
Man charged in thefts of car, property from north Jackson home
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A man appeared Thursday on charges stemming from thefts of property and a car from a north Jackson home. Thaddeus Wilkes is charged with aggravated burglary. Police say a silver Chevy…
Update: Police say Cloverdale Street homeowner stabbed suspect who pulled gun
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Police have released more information in a Wednesday night stabbing at an east Jackson home. Based on the preliminary investigation, a homeowner returned to his Cloverdale Street home and found the person police are referring to as…
Vehicle overturns after hitting north Jackson home, police say
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Police are investigating an afternoon auto accident that left a vehicle turned over on its side after hitting a residence. Officers responded just after 1 p.m. to the one-vehicle accident on Pepper Ridge, according to the Jackson…
Hub City restaurants warm up for March Madness
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Many local restaurants are gearing up for March Madness. Buffalo Wild Wings is increasing staff to help accommodate the large crowds of avid college basketball fans. They are also hosting their own bracket tournament where guests can fill…
Local doctors give advice on coping with spring allergies
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Allergy season is paired with the plants of spring time. "We've got the trees producing pollen, and the pollen gets in and stirs allergies, causing allergic reactions," said…
Accused gunman charged with 1st-degree murder in Dec. shooting
JACKSON, Tenn. -- An accused gunman is facing a first-degree murder charge in the shooting death of a man in December outside a midtown Jackson apartment complex. Trimon Pruitt appeared Thursday morning in Jackson City Court…
Officials urge caution when rebuilding after flood
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Just as West Tennessee begins to dry out from drenching rains and in some cases damaging flood waters, a warning. As you begin making repairs, officials said make…
Police investigate stabbing along Cloverdale Street
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson police remain tight-lipped about an investigation into what they said was a stabbing along Cloverdale Street, Wednesday night. Just before 9 p.m., a number of officers were seen working in the area of east Jackson. Neighbors…
JMCSS Policy Committee discusses possible dress code changes
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County School Board's Policy Committee met Wednesday to discuss possible changes to the student handbook. "Our policy should be tight, but not so tight…
Madison Co. Election Commission certifies Presidential Preference Primary results
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- The March 1 Presidential Preference Primary has now been certified. Members of the Madison County Election Commission met Wednesday morning to take a look at the votes cast and info on those casting the ballots. The commission also…
Congressional hopeful Brian Kelsey announces support for field office in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A state senator seeking the congressional seat being vacated by Congressman Stephen Fincher has announced his support for keeping a congressional field office in Jackson. Brian Kelsey, a small…
Boys & Girls Club celebrates 'Kick Butts Day' to discourage smoking
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Boys & Girls Club of Jackson is making big strides to discourage youngsters from smoking. It's called National Kick Butts Day. Kids gathered at Allenton Heights Wednesday afternoon…
