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Mid-South Better Business Bureau says nationwide federal investigation show Tennessee funeral homes violated rules, impacting costs
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A federal agency uncovered funeral home violations in a nationwide investigation. For many, the time period when burying a loved one can be one of the most heartbreaking moments for a family. Randy Hutchinson with the Better Business Bureau of the Mid-South said the Federal Trade...
New study presents solutions for combatting Memphis' disproportionately high energy burdens
What’s happening: A study and its ensuing report, conducted by Atlanta’s Greenlink Analytics and commissioned by the Southern Environmental Law Center, has further shed light on an issue that affects nearly half of all Memphians – and an expensive one at that. More than 48 percent of Memphians face high energy burdens, and more than 30,000 families in Shelby County experience what are considered to be severe energy burdens.
Numbers say crime down, but so is age of many arrested
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Overall crime is down in Memphis — that’s the biggest takeaway from a recent report by the Shelby County Crime Commission. That includes violent crime, which they say is down 5.1 percent compared to the first half of 2023. It’s definitely a victory, according to Memphis Police. But there are still some […]
Morant returns to Murray State to be honored with the Racers’ Hall of Fame
MURRAY, Kentucky – Before Ja Morant became must see tv in Memphis. Before the Grizzlies made him the number two pick in the 2019 draft, Morant was a relative unknown at little known Murray State. He was a racer and will forever be a racer. Just weeks after being cleared for all basketball related activities, […]
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...
1 dead, 1 critical after car strikes pole on Third Street
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A man is dead after being involved in a two-car crash Friday morning. At around 6:15 a.m., officers responded to an accident at South Third Street and Holmes Road where a pole was struck. Two men were taken to Regional One in critical condition. One of the men was later pronounced dead. […]
14-year-old injured following shooting in Hollywood area
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - A teen was taken to the hospital after a shooting in the Hollywood area. Memphis Police responded to a shooting on Peres Avenue Friday at 5:35 a.m. A 14-year-old was taken to Le Bonheur Hospital in non-critical condition. There is no suspect information at this time.
This woman-owned Memphis marketing firm more than doubled in size since launching just two years ago
What’s happening: An award-winning, woman-owned marketing firm continues to gain steam in its hometown of Memphis, where the boutique agency Campfire Collective has quickly established itself as one of the city’s fastest growing firms. The company recently announced a bevy of new hires and the creation of two new leadership positions.
Sculpture honoring Orange Mound community selected for library and genealogy center
What’s happening: Several months after community members celebrated the grand opening of the Orange Mound Library & Genealogy Center – a $17 million redevelopment of the historic Melrose High School building that includes a new library and genealogy center, and eventually 28 senior living apartments – the UrbanArt Commission has announced their selection for an on-site sculpture installation.
After apparent suicide at Benjamin L. Hooks Library, Memphian says more help needed for Bluff City’s unhoused
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - It’s been three days since a man died inside the Benjamin L. Hooks Library; police believe he took his own life. The library is closed for the rest of this week and will reopen Monday. One Memphian, who has asked Action News 5 to change...
Collierville blames ex-employee for utility error; customers’ bills may be higher
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The town of Collierville says utility customers may receive higher-than-normal bills next week because of a mistake by an employee. The town says a new employee either did not perform the meter readings or recorded incorrect dats from May through June. The employee was terminated July 11. “We understand that this adjustment […]
WATCH: Motion to seal capital murder case denied
Former Ole Miss student still missing: Judge denies motion to seal case. FOX13 is following new developments in the case of a former Ole Miss student who disappeared two years ago. Jimmie "Jay" Lee went missing, and a suspect is heading to trial for capital murder.
Warrant issued for contractor after women claim he scammed them
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — One week to the day after two women came forward saying their contractor scammed them out of thousands, an arrest warrant has been issued for that contractor. Audrea Gilliom now faces two felony charges — one for theft of property and the other for impersonating a licensed professional. But even with these […]
South Memphis shooting sends 2 to hospital
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Two people were taken to Regional One Thursday night after a shooting in South Memphis. The shooting was reported at 8:23 in the 2000 block of Boyle, police said. A male victim at that scene was taken to the hospital in critical condition. A second victim was located at fire station 16, […]
Foundation breaks ground on home for homeless veterans
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The Tunnel to Towers Foundation broke ground Thursday on a brand-new residential facility for homeless veterans in Memphis. The non-profit organization is on a mission to eliminate veteran homelessness in the city, turning a former hotel into a safe haven for America’s heroes at the Memphis Veteran Village. The renovated 121-room facility […]
Watch: Drive-by shooting in Medical District hits two people
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Police are looking for individuals in a maroon sedan who opened fire Wednesday night in the Medical District, wounding two people and damaging at least two vehicles. The Memphis Police Department released video of the shooting in the 100 block of North Manassas next to Morris Park and near a Le Bonheur […]
Chubb with some huge shoes to fill at MUS
MEMPHIS – It’s a changing of the guard over at MUS. For the first time in almost 50 years, Bobby Alston isn’t roaming the sidelines at Memphis University School with longtime Alston assistant Mark Chubb tasked with replacing a legend. Alston retired at the end of the last season after over 200 wins and four […]
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