Monthly meeting sees recognition of firefighters, domestic violence
JACKSON, Tenn. – With the beginning of a new month, it was time for Jackson's monthly city council meeting. Tuesday's city council meeting began with Mayor Scott Conger…
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Alert issued for missing 28-year-old man
From Hardin County Emergency Communications District: Alert: Missing-28 yr old white male Andrew Pruitt We are currently searching for Andrew Pruitt. He is 28 years old and was last seen on Stag Lane wearing blue jeans, blue tank top, and…
Fatal crash under investigation by THP, sheriff's office
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- Tuesday, WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News received a tip of a crash on Steam Mill Ferry Road in western Madison County. The Madison County Sheriff's Office has been able to confirm that a single motor vehicle crash…
Goodwill lends a hand with Halloween costumes
JACKSON, Tenn. – With Halloween just around the corner, it's time to start planning your costume. And Goodwill is helping you bring your favorite characters to life. With a variety of options available, the best tip for diy customers…
McCarthy becomes the first speaker ever to be ousted from the job in a House vote
WASHINGTON (AP) — Speaker Kevin McCarthy was voted out of the job Tuesday in an extraordinary showdown, a first in U.S. history that was forced by a contingent of hard-right conservatives and threw the House and its Republican leadership into…
Cookbook author shares recipes, ideas for Halloween party treats
JACKSON, Tenn. -- With Halloween on the horizon, you may be on the hunt for recipes and ideas to enhance your spooky…
Many states are expanding their Medicaid programs to provide dental care to their poorest residents
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — For months, Carlton Clemons endured crippling pain from a rotting wisdom tooth. He couldn’t sleep, barely ate and relied on painkillers to get by. Danielle Wilkes is seen by a dentist during…
Jackson Choral Society to host concert called 'Home'
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Choral Society is hosting a fall concert called "Home." The concert, which is set for November 11 at 3 p.m., will offer guests the chance to hear songs that explore, ponder, and celebrate some of…
Carroll County Chamber to host 40th Annual Membership Banquet
From the Carroll County Chamber of Commerce: The Carroll County Chamber of Commerce will host its 40th Annual Membership Banquet on Monday, October 23, 2023, at the Carroll County Civic Center. The evening begins at 6:15 with the silent auction,…
FEMA test alert to sound off on Wednesday afternoon
JACKSON, Tenn. -- You may experience an alert on some of your devices on Wednesday, however it will not be cause for alarm. According to FEMA, a nationwide test of the Integrated Public Alert and Warning System will be held…
Judge denies request by three former Memphis officers to have separate trials in Tyre Nichols death
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — A judge has denied requests by three former Memphis officers to have separate trials in the fatal beating of Tyre Nichols after a traffic stop. Lawyers for Tadarrius Bean, Desmond Mills and Justin Smith had filed…
Hunter Biden pleads not guilty to three federal gun charges filed after his plea deal collapsed
WILMINGTON, Del. (AP) — Hunter Biden has pleaded not guilty in Delaware to three federal firearms charges filed after a plea deal imploded. Biden’s Tuesday plea puts his case on track toward a possible trial as the 2024 election looms.…
Trump returns to court as his fraud trial gets down to business after a fiery first day
NEW YORK (AP) — Former President Donald Trump is in a New York court for the second day of his civil business fraud trial. A day after fiery opening statements, lawyers in the case are moving Tuesday to the plodding…
TWRA wins for the first time in annual Battle of the Badges
JACKSON, Tenn. – For the last 10 years, LIFELINE Blood Services has hosted their Battle of the Badges. This friendly competition is held between first responders across Jackson…
15th Remember Walk held at Union University
JACKSON, Tenn. – An event designed to support families who have lost loved ones to homicide took place Monday evening. The Remember Me Commemorative Walk is for people…
