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Memphis Doctor Becomes First Mazor Robot Patient at UAMS’ Orthopaedic & Spine Hospital
July 26, 2024 | Memphis OB-GYN Lea Bannister was so excited about buying a fancy new carbon-fiber bicycle that the first time she rode it, she didn’t stop pedaling for 25 miles. It was the first time she had ridden a bike in several years, however, and at age...
Accident blocks traffic on Airways Boulevard, MPD reports
MEMPHIS, Tenn. - Traffic was blocked Saturday morning due to an accident on Airways Boulevard, according to the Memphis Police Department. Starting around 9 a.m., all northbound and southbound lanes on Airways were closed to drivers between Dunn and Dwight roads. The section of Airways is north of the interstate...
1 injured after car crash in Raleigh
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - One person was injured in a car crash on Friday night. Officers responded to the crash just before 11:00 p.m. at Frayser Boulevard and Redcoat Road. Officers arrived on the scene and found a Lexus ES350 unoccupied. The driver of a Jeep Compass, a woman, spoke...
2 men injured in shooting on Winchester and Goodlett
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Two men are injured after a shooting on Winchester and Goodlett on Friday. The Memphis Police Department responded to the shooting July 26, 2024, around 7 p.m. at the 1500 block of Durrand Dr. MPD said the shooting occurred on Winchester and Goodlett. MPD officials said...
Memphis athletics' chief revenue officer Brad Loos is headed to Missouri | Source
New Memphis athletic director Ed Scott will have at least one more key position to fill. Brad Loos, senior associate AD/chief revenue officer, has accepted the job of senior associate AD for development at Missouri under former Memphis AD Laird Veatch, a source with direct knowledge of the situation told The Commercial...
NICU babies show Team USA spirit for the start of the Olympics
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC/Gray News) – The 2024 Summer Olympics are here, and the NICU babies at a hospital in Tennessee are ready to cheer on Team USA. The newborns at Saint Francis Hospital Memphis are representing all different sports, ranging from wrestling to gymnastics. “The Olympics are a momentous...
Digital Desk: USA diving coach
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - David Boudia knows firsthand how community support impacts athletes’ narratives and the pressure to perform. He can discuss pre-Olympic pressure, the critical role of fan support, and strategies for Team USA divers.
From 2-star to the star of Memphis’ defense: The eventful rise of Chandler Martin
The Memphis Tigers strolled into Arlington, TX for 2024 AAC Media Days, holding a distinguished title, a title new and exclusive to them at the same time — AAC favorites. Memphis was selected first in the media poll for the first time since joining the league 11 years ago, projected to take home its first AAC championship in five seasons.
Fight back against the onslaught against DEI. Diversity strengthens communities and workforces
My role as the minority leader in the Tennessee state Senate is crucial in ensuring that every voice in our community is heard. In June, we began the “Freedom to Be Heard” summer field hearing tour at the National Civil Rights Museum in Memphis. This location holds historical significance as it is where Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was tragically assassinated.
GOP Congressman files articles of impeachment against VP Kamala Harris
A Tennessee Republican has filed articles of impeachment against Vice President Kamala Harris, citing her record on immigration and “breach of public trust” regarding President Joe Biden’s physical and mental health. Congressman Andy Ogles has previously introduced articles against Harris regarding immigration and lack of border control...
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