By the  WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News Staff The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has confirmed 33 people were arrested during a two-day, multi-agency investigation. The TBI stated the operation on June 5 and June 6 was conducted in response to crime linked to gang and drug activity in Jackson and Madison County. Investigators from the TBI, Jackson Police Department, Madison County […]

While you may not see it on the web site, WBBJ/TV is out there promoting the Gay Life with promo news broadcasts. What surprises us is that WBBJ handles it like it was normal… like an Easter egg hunt. Fox News does the same but at least they talk about it.  

We giggled over this one…. Jackson ranked 9th most affordable US city “Knowing that Jackson, Tennessee, is one of the most affordable cities in the country is just phenomenal,” Jackson Chamber Communication Coordinator Julie Daniels said. This is one of those feel good pieces… which might attempt to counter act the fact that this city is also one of the […]

We see lots of red flags here…. but On June 5th, Investigators with the Jackson Police Department Gang Unit arrested Jermal Marable who is a thirty-four year old confirmed member of the “111 Crip” gang.  Marable who is also known by the street name “J-Hood” was arrested and charged with violation of Tennessee Code Annotated “Unlawful Carrying or Possession of […]

Jackson Police are investigating the recent vandalism of Bemis Park, 202 S. Missouri Street and need information that will assist in solving the case. On June 4th, Jackson Police discovered someone had vandalized Bemis Park by pouring white paint on the picnic tables and also dumping white paint into the water fountain. Anyone having information that could assist in solving this […]

Investigators are investigating a theft of identity from Verizon Wireless and Best Buy located on Vann Drive.  Jackson Police need assistance identifying this person of interest. On April 5th, surveillance video captures an unidentified black male fraudulently using someone else’s information to open a line of credit.  After opening the line of credit, the subject made a large purchase. If anyone […]

Do you like looking a endless, mostly meaningless, numbers. Well here is your chance! Where does all the money go… is it reported properly… is it spent properly… well don’t ask the council because they don’t know, but at least it is published.

Is Jackson Tennessee Safe? Within Tennessee, more than 91% of the communities have a lower crime rate thanJackson. In fact, after researching dangerous places to live, NeighborhoodScout found Jackson to be one of the top 100 most dangerous cities in the U.S.A. Jackson, TN Crime Rates and Statistics https://www.areavibes.com/jackson-tn/crime/

The council on Tuesday will meet to settle a few issues on June 4th. The council which will consist of the Mayor and council that were elected in 2015. New council members and the newly elected mayor will not take office until July 2019. Three of those issues will be the property tax rate and animal control ordinances and the […]

U.S. Marshal Jeff Holt announced today the arrest of Marcus Jones, 25, of Memphis TN. Jones was wanted in Las Vegas, Nevada for several charges including Sex trafficking of a child, Conspiring to commit a sex act, Kidnapping of a minor and Child abuse. Jones also has warrants in Georgia. Today, acting on a tip, Marshals along with officers with […]

Investigators with the Jackson Police Department are investigating a burglary at 18 Old Hickory Cove, Sands Florist.  Jackson Police need assistance identifying this person of interest. On May 18th, surveillance video in the area around 18 Old Hickory Cove captures an unknown, slim built, black male who was wearing a multi colored jacket, blue jean shorts, and white and black shoes […]

Investigators with the Jackson Police Department are investigating the use of a stolen debit card that was used in the Kids Foot Locker located at 2021 N. Highland Avenue.  Jackson Police need assistance identifying this person of interest. On May 7th, surveillance video captures an unidentified black male with a low hair cut purchasing items at the Kid’s Foot Locker at […]

A new report from Truth in Accounting, a government watchdog organization, reveals the 10 most populous U.S. cities are all ticking debt time bombs. The City Combined Taxpayer Burden (CCTB) report analyzes the combined debt (assets minus liabilities) of each city, county, state, and underlying government unit (such as school and park districts) for fiscal year 2017. It ranks cities […]

On May 11, 2019, around 1 p.m., Jackson police responded to a shooting inside an apartment on Preston Street in Allenton Heights housing complex. A three-year-old boy was found with a gunshot wound. He was transported to a local hospital where he later died from his injury. Investigators processed the crime scene, collected evidence and interviewed witnesses. Based on the […]

Investigators with the Jackson Police Department are investigating the theft of a wallet from 800 Old Hickory, Hartland Place.  Along with this case, investigators are also investigating the theft of identity.  Jackson Police need your assistance identifying this suspect. May 2nd, officers with the Jackson Police Department took a report referencing the theft of a wallet from the officer of Harland […]

Investigators with the Jackson Police Department have identified this person of interest involved with the theft of a wallet.  Remember, working together, we can be a better community.  The Criminal Investigations Division is thankful for the tips. Investigators with the Jackson Police Department have been investigating the theft of a wallet from 1727 S. Highland Avenue, Food Giant, and needed assistance identifying […]

It appears that the city of Jackson, TN is about to be ruled over by liberals and liberals voted in droves and now they have the keys to kingdom. Jackson city Mayor unofficial results…. Scott Conger received 3,802 votes for  34.14% with Jerry Woods receiving 3,069 votes for 27.56%. This will set up a runoff election with the two top […]

The Jackson City Council will gather with the Mayor and meet to pass, or not, several items coming before the board. The will be the last meeting for this group as there will be some new members on the council next month. Some of the items on the agenda will include: Consideration of an Ordinance to amend the animal control […]

Investigators with the Jackson Police Department are investigating the theft of a cellphone from 2196 Emporium Drive, Walmart, and need assistance identifying these persons of interest. On April 19, Jackson Police Officers take a report in reference to the theft of a cellphone from a counter on the interior of Walmart (North).  Walmart surveillance video captures one of two young black […]

The Flood Warning continues for the North Fork Forked Deer River… North Fork Obion River…Obion River…S.F. of the Forked Deer River. The Flood Warning continues for the S.F. of the Forked Deer River at Jackson * from Friday April 19 until Saturday April 20. * At 8 PM Wednesday the stage was 28.1 feet. * Minor flooding is forecast. * […]