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Will Lower Gas Prices Affect Christmas Shopping?

This video is no longer available. JACKSON, Tenn.- As we head toward the holiday travel season, retailers are hoping that falling gas prices translate into more jingle at the cash register. According to gasbuddy.com, a price check around West Tennessee,…

Warrant Recalled on Whiteville Shooting Suspect

This video is no longer available. WHITEVILLE, Tenn.- Whiteville Police said they are no longer looking for the man originally accused of stabbing his brother earlier this month. The department has recalled its arrest warrant for Corey Robertson, but have…

Milan Middle Receives Healthy State Grant

This video is no longer available. MILAN, Tenn.- Some West Tennessee school's physical education programs got some added funding as part of the "Shape the State" program. At Milan Middle School, Wednesday, a $10,000 check was presented for their physical…

TBI says abducted baby recovered, cancels alert

GALLATIN, Tenn. (AP) - The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation says a 2-month-old boy who was abducted by a man believed to be his non-custodial father has been recovered. The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation had posted an Amber alert for 2-month-old…

2 die on Monroe County motor home fire

MADISONVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - Two people have died in a motor home fire in East Tennessee. WBIR-TV reported Monroe County dispatchers said a man and a woman were killed in the fire around 1 a.m. Wednesday. According to WVLT-TV, the…

Police nab suspect as he appears on earlier charge

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (AP) - Police in East Tennessee didn't have to look far for an attempted robbery suspect. Police charged 26-year-old Dustin Smith of Gray with an attempted robbery at the Gray Pharmacy. Investigators said a man answering Smith's…

Summit aims to foster abundance through innovation

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - The Global South Summit is gathering in Nashville to discuss ways to use innovation to meet global demands for more food and health care. The Wednesday event brings together leaders in business, research, government, foundation and…

Man hopes hunters learn from his mistake in woods

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) - A Memphis man hopes his deer hunting accident serves as a cautionary tale for other hunters. The Commercial Appeal reported 47-year-old Bob Thurman spent four hours crawling to a vehicle after he broke a leg in…

JPD Officer Under Investiagation

This video is no longer available. JACKSON, Tenn.- WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News has learned a Jackson police officer is under investigation for his behavior while on duty. Officials said a disciplinary hearing was held Tuesday morning for the patrol officer,…

Southwest Electric Linemen Home from Sandy

This video is no longer available. JACKSON Tenn.- Linemen from Southwest Tennessee Electric returned home to West Tennessee, Tuesday night, after spending two weeks bringing power back to New Yorkers. Families of the linemen welcomed their loved ones home with…

Family of Karen Mullins Releases Statement

This video is no longer available. JACKSON, Tenn.- Late Tuesday afternoon, the Mullins Family released a picture of Karen Mullins, 43. Her immediate family traveled to Jackson after learning of her death, but did not want to speak to WBBJ…

Jackson Fugitive in Court

This video is no longer available. JACKSON, Tenn.- A grand jury will decide if a wanted Jackson man accused of trying to run over a Madison County deputy trying to arrest him, will stand trial. Tuesday, a judge heard testimony…

New Citizens Naturalized in Jackson

This video is no longer available. JACKSON, Tenn.- The number of Americans who call West Tennessee home has increased. Tuesday morning, more than 50 people swore their allegiance to the United States of America and become U.S. citizens. The naturalization…

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