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State of Emergency Declared for West Tennessee

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) - A state of emergency is being declared in anticipation of a winter storm forecast to the western and middle parts of Tennessee. Tennessee Emergency Management Agency spokesman Jeremy Heidt said Thursday that the forecast includes freezing…

Former JPD Chief Running for Sheriff

This video is no longer available. JACKSON, Tenn. - The day after Madison County Sheriff David Woolfork announced he will not seek a sixth term, the race for his job heats up. Former Jackson Police Chief Rick Staples told WBBJ…

Winter Weather Emergency Kit Essentials

This video is no longer available. JACKSON Tenn.,- The Jackson chapter of the American Red Cross is urging West Tennesseans to act now before icy weather arrives. Jennifer McCraw, with the Red Cross says you need to have an emergency…

Man Arrested in Connection With Multi-County Car Thefts

MCNAIRY COUNTY, Tenn. -- A McNairy County man is behind bars after investigators say he stole cars in two different counties. Investigators say Richard Learn stole a Dodge Ram in Bethel Springs last week. Days later, he's accused of stealing…

Most Wanted Arrest in Jackson

This video is no longer available. JACKSON, Tenn. - The US Marshal Service and Jackson police arrest Tennessee's newest addition to the state's 10 Most Wanted list. Albert Jones Smith Jr. was arrested at a home on Old Humboldt road…

Trial Begins For Former Henderson County Sheriff

This video is no longer available. JACKSON, Tenn- The trial for Ricky Lunsford, the former Henderson County Sheriff accused of trying to kill his estranged wife, began on Wednesday. Lunsford pleaded not guilty to all four charges, including attempted first…

Name of Victim Released in Fatal Chester County Fire

This video is no longer available. CHESTER COUNTY, Tenn.-WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News has learned the identity of the man who died in a house fire on Tuesday. Officials with the Chester County Sheriff's Separtmernt have identified the victim Ronald Davis,…

Pair Arrested for String of Break Ins

UNION CITY, Tenn. -- Union City Police arrested two people for a string of break ins at local stores. Anthony Tyrone Harris and one juvenile are accused of breaking into Little General, Whitby's Flower Shop, and an attempted break-in at…

Man Jumped, Stabbed in West Jackson

This video is no longer available. WEST JACKSON -- Police say they're looking for two men in connection to a stabbing at a West Jackson apartment complex. Investigators say a man was jumped by two black men outside the Villages…

Jackson-Madison County Teacher Arrested, Resigns

This video is no longer available. POINSETT COUNTY, Tenn. -- A Jackson-Madison County teacher is in trouble with the law after a Saturday night arrest in Arkansas. Officers say Kyle Vickery was caught on surveillance video stealing duck hunting gear…

Convicted Felon Arrested Behind Jackson Walmart

NORTH JACKSON, Tenn. -- A convicted felon who gained notoriety in 2007 for stealing singer Crystal Gayle's tour bus was arrested by US Marshals again on Wednesday in Jackson. Marshals say they found Christopher Gay, 39, in a semi behind…

Madison County Prepares For Winter Blast

This video is no longer available. WEST MADISON COUNTY -- Emergency managers across West Tennessee are already making preparations for the worst, Wednesday. The Jackson-Madison county Emergency Management Agency got equipment like chainsaws out to make sure they're working properly.…

Man Arrested in Connection with Humboldt Fatal Shooting

JACKSON, Tenn. – A man was arrested and charged in connection with Sunday night's fatal shooting in Humboldt, Tuesday. A search is still underway for the shooter who is currently on the state‘s Top Ten Most Wanted fugitive list. Cameron…

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