NASHVILLE -- Tennessee's suicide rate hit a record high in 2016, according to a news release from the Tennessee Suicide Prevention Network. In any given day, three people in Tennessee die by suicide, according to the release. While the suicide…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- There have been 12 confirmed deaths across the country as a direct result of the cold weather, so local organizations are doing what they can to make sure…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Lifeline Blood Services is in need of type O negative blood and urges donors to help before patients' lives could be at stake. Leaders with the blood center say…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A new law is in effect that bans colored headlights such as red, blue, green and yellow on the front of vehicles. Jackson Police Major Thom Corley said there are…
A company has voluntarily recalled their frozen biscuit dough due to possible Listeria contamination, according to the FDA. See the full recall information at the FDA website.
JACKSON, Tenn. -- As we prepare to start a new year, WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News wanted to take a trip back through 2017, showing you some of the major headlines across…
JACKSON, Tenn -- A juvenile will face charges following a home invasion and officer-involved shooting. Jackson Police confirm officers spotted a stolen vehicle Thursday night, which they say was taken during…
Fire officials say there is a direct correlation between extremely cold temperatures and home fires as residents use alternate methods to heat their homes. The use of wood burning stoves, gas logs and portable space heaters is expected to increase as…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Christmas is over, but the shopping rush continues as shoppers hit stores for day after Christmas deals and gift returns. Academy Sports and Outdoors Store Director Steve Johnson said they've…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Sallie and John Werthing came together with their friends and family Saturday to celebrate a milestone in their marriage. "This is actually the fifth time they've said their wedding…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Hundreds of families in Madison County will be thankful for the people at Meals on Wheels and one local church. That's because the group hand delivered meals to…
JACKSON, Tenn.-- This is jolly St. Nick. He's about 6-months-old and loves everybody. Melissa Roberts with STAT says he is a VERY active puppy but is very lovable. He loves treats…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Want to avoid cooking for the holidays? Workers at several local restaurants said they are preparing for Christmas Day crowds. Johnathan Williams will spend Christmas Day singing to…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Charitable organizations work year round to provide support for residents who are struggling through hard times, but with this being the season of giving, you and your family can…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has released a report detailing the amount of reported firearm-related crimes across the state from 2013-2016. "Violent crime with a firearm has significantly…
NASHVILLE -- The Tennessee Highway Patrol has received traffic safety grant funding from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration to provide increased enforcement and public awareness campaigns in an effort to…
LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- Representatives from the First United Methodist Church of Lexington say they want to share the unique story of how one special little baby was born in a…
MILAN, Tenn. -- Back on Dec. 7 around 8 p.m., the Milan Police Department says Immanual Stewart broke in through the window of his estranged wife's home and attacked her. "A…
HENRY COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Henry County District Attorney's Office is seeking donations of Christmas gifts for its second annual "No Blue Christmas" event that is scheduled to take place Saturday, Dec.…
BENTON COUNTY, Tenn. -- Temperatures were in the mid-30s Saturday in Benton County, but that did not stop residents from lining the streets for their annual Christmas parade. There was candy…
