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Suspected Drug Dealer Arrested

This video is no longer available. JACKSON, Tenn.- A suspected drug dealer is jailed after metro narcotics officers search his home and report finding at least $3,000 in drugs a loaded handgun and body armor. Douglas Kincaid, 27, faces a…

Teen Rescues Younger Siblings from Fire

This video is no longer available. GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- A 14-year-old West Tennessean is being hailed a hero after saving his younger brother and sister from their burning home. "I just told them to get out of the house.…

Severe Weather Edition: Mythbusters

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Across West Tennessee, weather can change from calm to chaotic in a matter of minutes. We often get asked about weather safety and how to prepare for these rapidly changing events. Some of the questions asked are…

Seat Belt Fines to Increase in Tennessee

This video is no longer available. EAST JACKSON -- Getting caught riding around without your seat belt on in Tennessee could soon cost you a lot more. Under a bill pushed by the Governor Haslam, the fine for not wearing…

Local Health Department Recognized

This video is no longer available. WEST JACKSON -- The Jackson-Madison County Health Department has been recognized as one of the best in the country when it comes to handling emergencies. The department has been recognized by the National Association…

Funeral Services Announced for UT-Martin Student

MARTIN, Tenn. — Funeral arrangements have been announced for Trystan Bechtel, 19, of Trenton, a UT Martin student who died Wednesday in a car accident in Gibson County. Visitation will be held from 4-8 p.m., Friday, Feb. 21, at the…

Black History Month: James E. Spencer

This video is no longer available. BOLIVAR, Tenn -- "You're black you will never get first Sergeant." These are the words retired Command Sergeant Major James E. Spencer, said he heard throughout his career in the Army National Guard, until…

Small Town Gas Station Sells $1 Million Lottery Ticket

This video is no longer available. MILLEDGEVILLE, Tenn. -- Someone's dream has come true after Wednesday night's Powerball drawing. A $1 million winning lottery ticket was sold at the White Oak Shell store. "Even though it's a small town, the…

Storm Photos from Thursday, Feb. 20

Viewer photos from the thunderstorms and tornado watches across West Tennessee. Send in your photos (if you can take them safely) to news@wbbjtv.com

Va. man held in Tenn. on murder charge

SUFFOLK, Va. (AP) - U.S. marshals say they've arrested a suspect in a Virginia slaying on a Nashville street. Deputy U.S. Marshal Timothy Alley says 22-year-old Jeffrey O'Neil Jennings Jr. was arrested Wednesday on charges related to the June 2013…

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