Several fun events to take place this weekend
With a holiday weekend ahead, and good temperatures, WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News Reporter Diamon O'Daniel has a fun roadmap planned out that you can take advantage of. If you are near the…
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After outrage over Taylor Swift tickets, reform has been slow across the US
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — When thousands of fans couldn't get tickets for megastar Taylor Swift's summer stadium tour, some diehards paid upwards of 70 times face value to see their favorite artist in person — an outrage that prompted congressional hearings and…
1 injured, 1 in custody after alleged altercation at Jackson manufacturing plant
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- An incident at a Jackson manufacturing plant leaves one injured and another behind bars. Friday morning, we were alerted that a possible altercation took place at Gerdau…
THP to increase enforcement during Labor Day weekend
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Highway Patrol is reminding Tennesseans to make safe choices during the Labor Day weekend and holiday. According to a press release, THP will be increasing enforcement between Friday evening and Tuesday morning to help ensure…
Biden approves Medal of Honor for Tennessee veteran who rescued soldiers in Vietnam
WASHINGTON (AP) — The White House says President Joe Biden will award the Medal of Honor to a Vietnam War-era Army pilot who risked his life to rescue a reconnaissance team that was about to be overrun by the enemy.…
UPDATE: 16-year-old Levi Raymer located
UPDATE (9/7/23): The Henry County Sheriff's Office confirms that Raymer has returned home. HENRY COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Henry County Sheriff's Office is asking for assistance in locating a runaway teen. …
September marks National Voter Registration Month
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Secretary of State Tre Hargett reminds Tennesseans that September marks National Voter Registration Month. A press release from Hargett's office states the Secretary of State is "continuing to lead voter registration efforts in Tennessee through the College…
US regulators might change how they classify marijuana. Here's what that would mean
NEW YORK (AP) — The news lit up the world of weed: U.S. health regulators are suggesting that the federal government loosen restrictions on marijuana. FILE - Marijuana plants are seen at a growing facility in Washington…
Nick Carter of Backstreet Boys facing civil lawsuits in Vegas alleging sexual assault decades ago
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Backstreet Boys singer Nick Carter has won a favorable ruling in one of two civil lawsuits filed against him in Nevada, one by a woman who alleges he raped her on his tour bus in Washington…
JMCSS holds kickoff event for WeCARE program
JACKSON, Tenn. – Teachers and school faculty flocked to the Oman Arena for the WeCARE kickoff event Thursday afternoon. This event, held by the Jackson-Madison County School System, kicked off…
Salvation Army helps kids ‘splash out of summer’
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Thursday, kids had the opportunity to come together to celebrate the return of school. The Salvation Army hosted the "Splash Outta Summer" event. The event had fun activities…
Community gathers to learn about new Hope and Healing Foundation
JACKSON, Tenn. – There's a new resource focusing on the healthcare needs of West Tennessee. Thursday, friends, family members, and donors gathered to learn more about the new West…
Work session addresses anti-litter code, police staff
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson city officials convened for their monthly workshop session Thursday afternoon. In preparation for the September city council meeting, Mayor Scott Conger and council members convened to review…
Local coalition marks Overdose Awareness Day
JACKSON, Tenn. – It's International Overdose Awareness Day. The Jackson-Madison Prevention Coalition and the City of Jackson Recreation and Parks Department held a community awareness fair at Westwood Community Center. In…
Birth Choice holds celebration for new additions
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Birth Choice held a dedication ceremony and ribbon cutting Thursday as they celebrated new additions. Birth Choice celebrated their third mobile clinic, their latest ultrasound machine, and…
