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Mayor Young grabbed while leaving East Memphis Restaurant
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — On Monday night, Mayor Paul Young and his security detail had an interaction with a man, that prompted the mayor to be removed from the scene. According to Penelope Huston, a man grabbed Mayor Young as he was leaving dinner at Folk’s Folly Prime Steak House and attempted to force his way […]
Tennessee governor signs bill blocking police reform law inspired by Tyre Nichols’ killing
Tennessee Republican Gov. Bill Lee has signed a bill into law that blocks cities from enacting some local police reforms, including a lauded Memphis traffic stop ordinance created after the fatal police beating of Tyre Nichols.
Convicted robber arrested in connection with recent armed robberies in Memphis; teen also charged
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - A convicted felon with a history of armed robberies has been arrested and charged, along with a teenage boy, in connection with robberies that took place this week in Memphis. Antonio Taylor, 33, is charged with two counts of aggravated robbery, being a convicted felon in...
3 Arkansas state House seats face runoffs on Tuesday. Here's what to know
Three legislative primaries from March 5 — two Democratic and one Republican — will go to runoff elections on Tuesday. The top two vote-getters in races where no candidate won more than 50% will go head-to-head in a rematch for their party’s nomination. ...
Crash involving tanker truck on I-240 causes traffic delays, police say
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - TDOT reported that an overturned vehicle on I-240 is causing traffic backups and lane blocks. According to TDOT, the eastbound lanes on Interstate 240 are currently blocked. MPD later confirmed that there was a crash in this area that involved a tanker truck. No injuries have...
Arkansas State Police troopers confiscate illegal drugs during traffic stop
WEST MEMPHIS, Ark. — A man has now been taken into custody by Arkansas State Police after troopers found him to be in possession of multiple illegal narcotics on Wednesday. According to reports, at around 3:20 p.m., a trooper performed a traffic stop on a vehicle that was driving on Interstate 40 in Crittenden County. As the trooper searched the vehicle, they located several narcotics including psychedelic mushrooms, marijuana buds, hash powder, and marijuana candy.
MSCS responds to "issue" at elementary school that left dozens of students upset
MEMPHIS, Tenn. - Memphis Shelby County Schools (MSCS) released a statement and addressed a situation at Georgian Hills Elementary School. MSCS officials said about two dozen students left class upset due to an "issue" on campus. The district safety and security personnel, along with local law enforcement were the ones...
Group of former gang leaders set to speak to inmates in Shelby County
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - A group of former gang leaders from California came to the Shelby County Jail to talk to inmates about conflict resolution and traumas. This is part of a rehabilitation program called Inside Circle. An ex-North Memphis gang program who went through the program said it helped...
Velsicol brokering chemicals years after Memphis plant closure
When 40 people gathered to hear about the future of a defunct chemical plant in North Memphis, many were surprised to learn the company has still been storing and shipping toxic materials for years. Environmental advocates and residents met Velsicol Vice President George Harvell on March at the Hollywood Community...
Memphis Police Chief CJ Davis acted correctly to keep the peace during recent Gaza protest
Attorney Walter Bailey served as Shelby County Tennessee commissioner for over 40 years. Just recently, Vice President Kamala Harris paid homage to the brave civil rights protesters who 59 years ago marched on the Edmund Pettus Bridge in Selma, Alabama. Vice President Harris led thousands in a peaceful walk across...
Libertas Charter School to bring new middle school to Frayser
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A new middle school is on the way in Frayser. Bob Nardo, the executive director of Libertas Charter School, spoke about the new middle school at Thursday’s weekly Frayser Exchange Club meeting. He said it should be ready for launch next year. Nardo also discussed...
2 suspects in Southaven shooting: 1 gets $1.2 million bond, other denied bond—here’s why
SOUTHAVEN, Miss. (WMC) - A suspect in Monday’s Southaven shooting involving a police officer now has a bond set at $1.2 million. The DeSoto County District Attorney has confirmed that the suspect identified as 19-year-old Lamottis Simms was given bond. Both Lamottis Simms and 18-year-old Franshawn Brown were named...
River pilot says risk of barge crash on I-40 bridge ‘low’
BARTLETT, Tenn. — As the investigation continues into the collapse of the bridge in Baltimore, WREG spoke with a local man who spent 16 years on towing vessels about the waves this disaster is creating on the nation’s waterways. Andy Burkman trains future riverboat pilots as a certified instructor at Davis Marine Training, Inc in Bartlett. […]
Black Mayors’ Coalition on Crime meets for second day
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Thursday was the second day of Mayor Paul Young’s meetings with 12 other mayors across the nation. Taking part in the ‘Black Mayors’ Coalition on Crime’, mayors from all over the country have come together to collaborate on how they can keep their communities safe. “We’re just exchanging ideas on how we […]
‘Saddened and Disgusted’: After Black Students Derail Kyle Rittenhouse’s Memphis Speech, WKU Campus Police Plan to Keep Tempers In Check Amid Threats of Massive Protest
After dozens of protesters derailed Kyle Rittenhouse's brief speaking event at the University of Memphis, Western Kentucky University is bracing for a similar turnout as the campus prepares for his appearance this week. Rittenhouse will be visiting WKU on Wednesday for his "Rittenhouse Recap" event, featuring his remarks on the importance of the Second Amendment and the "lies" of the Black Lives Matter Movement, according to the event page. His appearance at the University of Memphis last week sets a potential tone for how he might be received at other campuses on his speaking tour. Local reports said hundreds of demonstrators turned up...
Temperatures warming up for beautiful Easter weekend in the Mid-South
MEMPHIS, Tenn. - Tonight will be clear and not as cold. Tomorrow will be warmer and sunny in the afternoon. Afternoon temps climb even higher Easter Weekend. The next chance of rain will be next Monday and Tuesday. Local Weather for Memphis and the Mid-South. Thursday Night: Tonight will be...
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