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10-year-old swept into storm drain in Tennessee after severe storms has died

A 10-year-old Tennessee boy who was swept into a storm drain after severe weather two weeks ago has died.

Tennessee judge blocks effort to put Graceland up for sale

A judge has blocked the auction of Graceland by a company that claimed his estate failed to repay a loan that used the property as collateral.

Officials provide follow up on West TN crime statistics

We have a follow up to a story we first brought to you last week where we looked at crime rates across West Tennessee.

Community celebrates bank's grand opening in north Jackson

A local business celebrates in a big way today, and we were there for the fanfare.

Large police presence seen outside home in northeast Jackson

In a developing story, calls from our WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News Tipsters had our crew heading out to one north Jackson neighborhood late this afternoon, May 21. When we arrived on scene, this is what we found.

Driver dies in single-vehicle crash on Highway 70

We have details of a fatal, mid- afternoon vehicle crash that happened in west Madison County.

Are you required to pay unmanned speeding tickets? Officials clarify

A speeding citation, received via postal mail, many Tennessee residents have received them. We spoke to experts and officials to see if they could provide clarification on the citations and what to do if you receive one in the mail.

West Tennessee AgResearch Center hosts Cotton Scout School

The West Tennessee AgResearch and Education Center hosted the Cotton Scout School today, May 21.

Jackson resident expresses concerns about unhoused population

One Jackson resident is speaking out about what he says is an ongoing problem in the city.

14th Nutrition opens in Humboldt, owner shares menu highlights

The Humboldt Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting celebration today.

Preeclampsia listed as one of leading causes of maternal morbidity

Preeclampsia is one of the leading causes of maternal morbidity and mortality worldwide.

Dealership hosts food drive in celebration of model redesign

A redesign for a popular vehicle is hitting local dealership lots, and to celebrate, some of them are looking to give back to the community.

Governor Lee signs Smart Heart Act into law

Tennessee Governor Bill Lee signed the Smart Heart Act, legislation that requires automatic defibrillators in schools and establishes response protocols for cardiac-related medical emergencies.