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Pink Drink | A Recipe for Holiday Safety

According to Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security, there were 580 alcohol-related accidents from October 2023 to September 2024, just in the WBBJ viewing area alone.

Family continues longtime Christmas display tradition in Darden

Christmas is inching closer and West Tennesseans have been putting up their Christmas lights and decorations weeks in advance to show their holiday spirit.

What the Tech: Open before Christmas

We all know the drill: "Don't open before Christmas!" But let's be real, some gifts just beg to be unwrapped early. And when it comes to tech gadgets, opening them early might just save Christmas Day from turning into a tech support nightmare.

Santa Claus visits the Kandy Bank in Humboldt

One local candy shop helps spread Christmas cheer with a special guest.

What the Tech: App of the day 'FlightRadar24'

Have you ever gazed at the sky and wondered about the airplanes soaring above? Or perhaps you've followed news stories about mysterious drones and wished for a way to identify what's flying overhead. If so, FlightRadar24 might be the app for you.

Gov. Lee champions Education Freedom Act in new TV ad

Tennessee Governor Bill Lee is featured in a new television ad launched today by the American Federation for Children championing the Education Freedom Act (SB0001/HB0001), legislation that will deliver universal school choice for Tennessee families and continue record investments in teachers and public schools.

Last-minute shopping continues in the Hub City

If you're noticing an influx in traffic across the Hub City, those are last minute shoppers grabbing the perfect items for their favorite loved ones.

Tennessee Dept. of Agriculture Division of Forestry announces new state forest

The Tennessee Department of Agriculture Division of Forestry (TDF) is proud to announce that 5,477 acres in Fayette County will become the state’s 16th state forest. The property, which will be named Wolf River State Forest, will open to visitors in 2025.

Birth Choice hosts annual Christmas Meat Sale fundraiser

One local pregnancy center hosts and annual sale to defend life.

Local Christmas decorator shares story of decades-long tradition

It's the time of year where you can find Christmas lights all over West Tennessee. One man has recently been decorating at his house and previously at a building you may recognize.

BBB: How to avoid falling victim to pet scams

Pet scams are on the rise this holiday season.

Weekend fire displaces residents in Medina

On Sunday December 22, 2024 at approximately 5:21 AM, the Milan Fire Department was dispatched for mutual aid to a residential fire at 431 East Church St in Medina.

Convicted felon leads officers on high-speed chase, subsequent manhunt

Justin Gibbs, 35 year old black male, is wanted in multiple counties on various charges - including drugs, failure to appear, convicted felon in possession of a handgun, and will face more charges today while evading arrest causing two wrecks.

Gibson County man sentenced to 6 years for role in drug trafficking scheme

A federal judge has sentenced Brantley Miller, 39, of Humboldt, TN, to six years in federal prison for his role in an organized drug trafficking scheme in West Tennessee.