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McNairy County Dollar General Store Burglarized

MCNAIRY COUNTY, Tenn.- Investigators need your help identifying a person who broke into a McNairy County store, using an all-too familiar way. Officers said around 2:30 a.m., Wednesday a person cut a hole in the back of the Eastview Dollar…

Teen Shooting Suspect Surrenders to Police

JACKSON, Tenn.-Jackson police confirmed to WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News their 16-year-old shooting suspect, wanted since Sunday has surrendered. Officers said he turned himself in at the Juvenile Detention Center around 5:45 p.m. The teen faces two counts of attempted first…

Family Mourning after Pair Killed in Crash

This video is no longer available. RIPLEY, Tenn. - Family members describe Debra Whitelow as the light of their lives, a dedicated mother whose death has left the family navigating the darkness. Her family said the news is so sudden…

Reward Raised in Trenton Hit and Run Case

This video is no longer available. TRENTON, Tenn.- Trenton police have increased the reward for information in last weekend's deadly hit and run from $1,000 to $2,500. Willie Rice, 74, was hit and killed last Friday night as he picked…

Loose Livestock Can Result in Charges

This video is no longer available. HENDERSON COUNTY, Tenn.- In light of the crash on Interstate 40 that killed four people in Henderson County Tuesday night, sheriff's deputies warn animal owners of the possible charges they could face if their…

Local Sonic Franchisee Sued for Sexual Harrassment

This video is no longer available. JACKSON, Tenn.- A company that is over several local Sonic Drive-ins has been sued in civil court accused of sexual harassment. A former Sonic employee claims she was wrongfully fired after accusing a manager…

Person of Interest in Club Shooting Released

This video is no longer available. JACKSON, Tenn.- Jackson police said they have released their person of interest in the deadly shooting outside Club Sensations just more than a week ago. Although officers believe the man was at the club…

18-Wheeler Rolls Over, Shuts Down 45 Bypass Ramp

This video is no longer available. JACKSON, Tenn.--An 18-wheeler tipped over in north Jackson on Wednesday and spilled about 40 tons of steel blocks onto the road. The accident closed the Highway 45 Bypass on-ramp at Passmore Lane for several…

Extra Results in TVA Fuel Charge Decrease

This video is no longer available. SAVANNAH, Tenn. - A nice day after the rain brings people out to enjoy the outdoor life at Pickwick Dam. Although the rain can dampen the fun, there is a up side to it…

No Cable Barriers at Site of Deadly Crash

This video is no longer available. JACKSON, Tenn. - The Tennessee Department of Transportation has installed cable barriers, designed to slow down or prevent crossover crashes on the interstate. The cables are like a safety net, and are installed in…

Neighbors Stunned by Deadly Crash

This video is no longer available. HENDERSON COUNTY, Tenn- A deadly crash on Interstate 40 caused by a cow have residents stunned and investigators looking for the animal's owner. On Tuesday night, the driver of a tractor trailer was traveling…

Gun Permit Requests Double in First Half of 2013

This video is no longer available. JACKSON, Tenn. - If you are interested in getting your handgun carry permit, state officials said you are not alone. So far this year, more than 80,000 Tennesseans have applied for new gun carry…

Man Arrested, Accused of Phillips 66 Robbery

This video is no longer available. JACKSON, Tenn. – A Jackson man is in custody after he allegedly robbed two businesses. According to a news release, Steve Smith, 43, is charged with aggravated robbery in connection with the robbery of…

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