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Mugshots : Madison County : 11/02/15 – 11/03/15

The people in this gallery were booked into the Madison County Jail between 7 a.m. on 11/02/15 and 7 a.m. on 11/03/15. Their inclusion only indicates they were booked into the jail and does not indicate guilt.

Afternoon fire destroys garage in north Jackson

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Fire destroys a garage at a home in north Jackson. Dispatchers say the fire happened at #8 Hancock Cove around 4:40 p.m. Monday. Authorities say the garage, which is not attached to the home, is a total…

Investigators: Woman charged with having drugs, paraphernalia

BENTON COUNTY, Tenn. -- Benton County deputies have charged Tamara Curtis with having drugs and drug paraphernalia after her car was found abandoned. Investigators said a drug dog hit on the car and a search uncovered meth and pipes.

Raid on home lands woman in jail

BENTON COUNTY, Tenn. -- A raid on a home in Benton County lands a woman in jail. Investigators said when they raided a home on Melton Street, they found what they believe was meth and oxycodone pills in a room…

Two charged in July shooting are indicted

JACKSON, Tenn.-The two men charged in the July 17 shooting death of Beau Reid outside his home in Lincoln Courts are indicted this week. Christopher Lyles and Phillip Williams will stand trial…

FHU the favorite in the AMC preseason polls

Freed Hardeman University women's and men's basketball team have been selected to finish on top of the American Midwest Conference Preseason Coach's Poll. AMC Preseason Coach's Poll Results (Women's) 1. Freed…

McKenzie police arrest man after 2-hour search

McKENZIE, Tenn. -- Police have arrested a man who ran from the scene of a domestic incident Tuesday morning at a McKenzie hotel. The incident began then witnesses reported an…

Injured Vandy LB Bowden, OT Skule to miss rest of season

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - Injured Vanderbilt linebacker Nigel Bowden and offensive tackle Justin Skule will miss the rest of the season. Vanderbilt coach Derek Mason announced Tuesday that neither player would be available the rest of the season. Mason added…

Atlanta, Santa Clara, New Orleans to host college title game

Atlanta, Santa Clara, California, and New Orleans have been selected to host College Football Playoff national championship games from a group of nine cities/regions that were vying for the event. Atlanta will be the site of the championship game scheduled…

Mugshots : Madison County : 11/03/15 – 11/04/15

The people in this gallery were booked into the Madison County Jail between 7 a.m. on 11/03/15 and 7 a.m. on 11/04/15. Their inclusion only indicates they were booked into the jail and does not indicate guilt.

Two indicted in Jackson’s first homicide of 2015

JACKSON, Tenn.-The Madison County Grand Jury also indicted two people in Jackson's first homicide of 2015. Suspected gunman Jeremy Echols will be tried on one count of first degree murder and…

Milan search for wanted man

MILAN, Tenn.-Milan police are asking for help finding a wanted man. Dallas Brogdon is wanted for skipping bail and contempt of court. If you have seen Brogdon or know where he…

West Carroll hosts brand new all-star game

West Carroll Junior/Senior High School has never seen a football game like this before. On Saturday, the area's best middle school football players will compete in Atwood. Both players…

Asian lady beetles invade West Tenn. homes

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Many West Tennessee residents have found themselves in a bug fight. Local experts say what most of us call lady bugs are also known as…

Lady Bulldogs ranked No. 13

Union University women’s basketball team begins this season at No. 13 in the Women’s Basketball Coaches Association (WBCA) Preseason Poll. In their first season as active members of NCAA…

Bookworms catch break with Food for Fines month

LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- Avid readers can lighten their library debts this month by giving to help the hungry. Food for Fines runs through Dec.12 at the Everett Horn Public Library in…

Mugshots : Madison County : 11/04/15 – 11/05/15

The people in this gallery were booked into the Madison County Jail between 7 a.m. on 11/04/15 and 7 a.m. on 11/05/15. Their inclusion only indicates they were booked into the jail and does not indicate guilt.

Boys and Girls Club kicks off ‘Windows of Hope’ fundraiser

JACKSON, Tenn.-The Boys and Girls Club of Jackson kicks off its annual 'Windows of Hope' fundraiser, Thursday night. The night began with an early visit by Santa Claus. Many of the kids who participate in the after school and summer…

Sheriff meets with residents to talk crime, safety

MADISON COUNTY, Tenn.-Nearly 100 people packed into the East Union Ruritan Club Thursday night to share their concerns with local law enforcement. This was stop 11 on Madison County Sheriff John Mehr's…

Deputies: Marine recruiter arrested, charged with statutory rape

PARIS, Tenn.-Shocking news out of Henry County as a Marine recruiter is arrested and booked, Thursday while in uniform. Deputies have charged Marine Sergeant Steven Schwartz, 26, with statutory rape by an authority figure. Officers said last month, he engaged…

Bulldogs pumped for homecoming season opener

NORTH JACKSON, Tenn. - Union University's men's basketball team has held over 25 practices together. They're ready to play someone in a different jersey. "Sometimes you get tired of beating on the…

Car runs into house in west Jackson

JACKSON, Tenn.- A car slams into a west Jackson home sending one person to the hospital, according to police. It happened just before 8:00 p.m. Thursday in the 600-block of North…

Steelers sign Lane’s Jacoby Jones

PITTSBURGH (AP) - The Pittsburgh Steelers signed veteran wide receiver and return specialist Jacoby Jones on Thursday, hoping to give their special teams a boost. The 31-year-old Jones was released by…

Hardin Co. High School gets $10K check from auto dealer

HARDIN COUNTY, Tenn. -- Congratulations to a West Tennessee high school football program that received a hefty check from a local car dealership following a recent promotion. Jones Buick/GMC in Savannah…

Mugshots : Madison County : 11/05/15 – 11/06/15

The people in this gallery were booked into the Madison County Jail between 7 a.m. on 11/05/15 and 7 a.m. on 11/06/15. Their inclusion only indicates they were booked into the jail and does not indicate guilt.

Undercover operation nabs suspected thief

JACKSON, Tenn.-An undercover operation by Jackson police stops a suspected thief. Officers said last month they received several reports of stolen cell phones being sold on Facebook. Investigators said this week, they arranged to buy a phone over the site…

Longtime school needs dropped from State Panel report

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (AP) - A state panel that makes annual recommendations for improving Tennessee's school-funding formula has dropped longtime school needs costing millions from its latest report. The Chattanooga Times Free Press reports (http://bit.ly/1XZL4ik) those same recommendations were cited last…

Tennessee State Parks Offer Special Discounts to Veterans

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Tennessee State Parks announced today its annual free state parks day for all Tennessee veterans offering one free night of camping and/or a complimentary round of golf with appropriate identification. Veterans Day is Wednesday, Nov. 11. “On…

Mugshots : Madison County : 11/06/15 – 11/09/15

The people in this gallery were booked into the Madison County Jail between 7 a.m. on 11/06/15 and 7 a.m. on 11/09/15. Their inclusion only indicates they were booked into the jail and does not indicate guilt.

Severe weather possible in Arkansas, Missouri, other states

The Storm Prediction Center in Norman, Oklahoma, says severe weather - including tornadoes - is possible later this week in large parts of Arkansas and Missouri and in portions of several other states. The SPC says a strong and fast…

Haslam taking another transportation funding tour

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - Gov. Bill Haslam is headed out on another statewide tour Monday to promote the need to address Tennessee's transportation funding needs. Haslam is facing strong resistance among many fellow Republicans in the Legislature about taking steps…

Officials say woman found dead after house fire

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) - Officials say a woman was found dead following a house fire in Memphis. The Commercial Appeal reports (http://bit.ly/1QoUCBr) the fire began just before 9 a.m. on Sunday at a home in the Whitehaven area. Officials say…

Woman charged after police say embezzled over $300,00 from a lawyer

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) - A woman who worked for a local attorney has been charged after police say she embezzled over $360,000 from her employer. The Commercial Appeal reports (http://bit.ly/1WIojST) by the time 48-year-old Teresa Sumpter was caught in September,…

Skyhawks have eyes set on playoffs

University of Tennessee at Matin's football team hasn't been in the playoffs since 2009. There's a good chance that nine-year drought can end. A win on Saturday against Eastern Illinois gives the…

Lions earn first win of the season

HENDERSON, Tenn. - Freed-Hardeman's men's basketball team defeated Talladega College from Alabama 95-74. The Lions pulled away in the second half after trailing 44-43 at halftime. Senior Orlando Bass finished with…

Henry County Drug Arrests

HENRY COUNTY, Tenn.-A multi-agency sweep Friday morning in Henry County nets more than two dozen arrests. In the wee hours of the morning, deputies kicked down doors looking for the…

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