Keith Sexton News Today

A man accused of firing several shots while driving drunk has been charged, according to the Washington County, Tennessee Sheriff's Office.

A man who admitted to shooting a woman in the head in Washington County, Tennessee, in 2022 has pleaded guilty to second-degree murder.

A Jonesborough man clocked at driving 96 mph in a 55 mph zone has been charged, according to the Washington County, Tennessee Sheriff's Office.

Washington County Sheriff Keith Sexton says continued population growth in the county means additional personnel needs for public safety.

However, Sullivan County, Johnson City and Tri-Cities Christian schools officials say they are not going to allow that; Hawkins and Carter schools to look at applications as they come; others still examining the issue.

A Jonesborough man is facing multiple charges after he was found hiding on a front porch under a mattress, according to authorities.

A Washington County, Tennessee inmate has been charged with attempted second-degree murder after allegedly attacking a detention officer.

A Jonesborough man nearly struck a woman with a vehicle before he crashed into a house on Wednesday, according to authorities.

JONESBOROUGH, Tenn. (WJHL) — Some are concerned that changes to the old Jonesborough courthouse are making it increasingly difficult for veterans to access the services they need. Veterans like Josh Hill visit the new location of the Veterans Services office daily. He calls the office “indispensable.” “They help me get the care I need for […]

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) – Numerous top law enforcement figures in Northeast Tennessee stand behind a proposed legislation that would up the penalty for anyone convicted of assaulting an officer. House Bill 1881, known as the Back the Blue Act, was passed by the Tennessee House of Representatives on Monday. The bill, sponsored by Representative […]