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Accident on I-40 Backs Up Traffic in Jackson

This video is no longer available. JACKSON -- A wreck on Interstate 40 backed up traffic for nearly four miles, Wednesday morning. The wreck happened at about 9:15 a.m. in the eastbound lanes at milemarker 83. There are injuries in…

One Injured After Shooting Overnight in Savannah

SAVANNAH, Tenn. - Savannah Police are investigating an overnight shooting on Counce Drive. Investigator TJ Barker tells WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News that police received the call just before 10:00 Tuesday night. Barker said 15 rounds were fired, 14 of which…

Altrusa International Honors "Woman of the Year"

JACKSON, Tenn.-Altrusa International of Jackson honored its 62nd annual Woman of the Year, Tuesday night. Donna Agnew, the executive director of "Hands Up" Preschool is this year's honoree. Dozens of West Tennesseans attended the evening program in honor of the…

Flooding: Hazards of Floods and How to Stay Safe

This video is no longer available. JACKSON, Tenn. - Flood covered roadways are a common sight in some parts of West Tennessee during the springtime and when thunderstorms frequent the region. Knowing what to do during a flood is something…

TEA "Road Trip" Makes Stop in Jackson

JACKSON, Tenn.-The Education Association "Road Trip" made a stop in Jackson Tuesday night to share its expose, "The Trouble with TVAAS" with educators, parents and community members. The event will also include a presentation of the association's legislative agenda for…

Man Accused of Child Rape Has Trial Date Set

This video is no longer available. DOWNTOWN JACKSON -- A Jackson man accused of raping an 11-year-old girl in August of 2013 has his trial date set, Tuesday. Bruce Vann, 45, will face a jury beginning April 15. Vann remains…

Historic "Park Theatre" Construction Underway

This video is no longer available. MCKENZIE, Tenn. -- The historic Park Theater in McKenzie will soon reopen its doors for performances by Bethel University students, movies and more. Construction workers drilled boards and laid concrete Tuesday, hoping to restore…

Man Charged in Deadly Dominoes Game in Court

This video is no longer available. GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- The man accused of killing his friend over a game of dominoes in a house near Milan in December had his case bound over to the Gibson County grand jury,…

Police: Pair Shoplifts From Store with Baby in Cart

NORTH JACKSON -- Police are still on the lookout for two women they say stole more than $350 worth of merchandise from a Wal-Mart, last month. On Jan. 9 at around 11 a.m., officers responded to the Walmart on Emporium…

Police Seek Help to Catch Alleged Lenscrafters Bandit

This video is no longer available. JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson police need your help to catch a man they say has been repeatedly stealing from a store in the Old Hickory Mall. According to police, a black male has been…

Middle School Student Loses Battle with Cancer

JACKSON, Tenn. -- West Middle School lost a 6th grade student to cancer, last Friday. KeShawn Kinney had been battling cancer during the past year and lost her fight on Valentine's Day. Services are scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 22 at…

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