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Increase in passengers, guns found at Tennessee airports for first half of 2024
Agents at McGhee Tyson Airport saw a slight increase in firearms found in the first half of the year compared to the same time last year, however, the Transportation Security Administration said the number of passengers screened this year was much higher than last.
Tennessee families making median income spend more than 40% of it on childcare, report shows
A new report from the Tennessee Commission on Children and Youth found families making the median income in Tennessee spent on average 40% of their household income on childcare in 2022 to 2023, a 13 point increase compared to the year prior.
Man admits to shooting someone for flirting with his girlfriend
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A man was arrested on Saturday after he told police officers that he shot a man after he tried to flirt with his girlfriend. At approximately 10:15 a.m., officers responded to a shooting call and met with the victim at 3215 S Third, Fire Station 36. He told officers that he was […]
Grade the Trade: Grizzlies correct 2022 NBA Draft Day mistake with wild new idea
Heading into the 2024 NBA Offseason, easily the biggest area of concern on this Memphis Grizzlies roster resided in their frontcourt, particularly their center position. Following the mid-season departures of both Steven Adams and Xavier Tillman, it was evident that Zach Kleiman and company had to go out and find some suitable replacement options down at the five to help complement the club's returning core of Ja Morant, Desmond Bane, and Jaren Jackson Jr. for next year's presumed comeback campaign.
Weather 7-15-16-2024 Continued Hot
Relief from the heat will arrive Wednesday in the form of storms….. Sunny and hot, with a high near 99. Heat index values as high as 102. Calm wind becoming south southwest around 5 mph in the afternoon. Monday Night. Mostly clear, with a low around 76. South southwest...
MM’s Sunday 5-Day
Radar sponsored by Creative Compassion, a local housing nonprofit proudly serving the Upper Cumberlands since 1989! (https://ccihomes.org/). The forecast continues to look dry for the great majority of us though tomorrow. THEN, rain chances increase to 30% for Tuesday. AND THEN, rain chances increase to 70% for Wednesday and Thursday.
Inside former MUS decathlete Harrison Williams' journey to the Paris Olympics
When decathlete Harrison Williams — a 2014 graduate of Memphis University School — recorded his lowest high jump in 12 years at the U.S. Olympic Trials last month, he thought his shot at Paris was gone. Three years after rupturing his plantar fascia during the pole vault phase...
Trump shooter identified as Pittsburgh area man; investigation continues
Happy Monday, Memphis! This is Executive Editor Mark Russell, and you're reading the Daily Briefing, our one-stop digital shop for the best Memphis stories from our award-winning Commercial Appeal team. A day after an assassination attempt on former President Trump shocked the world, law enforcement officials sought to piece together the background on the suspected shooter while other...
Tennessee Heat Wave Persists: Extreme Temperatures Expected Through Tuesday
Memphis, TN – Tennessee is experiencing an intense heat wave, with temperatures expected to reach dangerous levels through Tuesday. Residents are urged to take necessary precautions to stay safe during this period of extreme heat. According to the US National Weather Service in Memphis, the heat index is forecasted...
MLB.com mock draft has two Tennessee players selected in first round of MLB Draft
Tennessee Baseball will have two first-round picks with two players selected in the first 21 picks of the MLB Draft on Sunday, according to the latest mock draft from MLB.com’s Jim Callis. Christian Moore is projected at No. 13 overall and Billy Amick is at No. 21. Moore stuck...
Excessive heat sticks around for the start of the work week
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - Another warm day ahead with highs back in the middle 90s and ‘feels like’ temperatures back in the triple digits. Expect a mix of sun and clouds into the afternoon with an isolated downpour possible. Most stick dry and hot with even warmer conditions on tap over the next few days.
Local delegates address shooting ahead of Republican National Convention
JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) – As the nation continues to process the shooting at former President Donald Trump’s rally, the stage is being set for this year’s Republican National Convention. Johnson City Mayor Todd Fowler is serving as an alternate delegate for the Republicans of Tennessee. Fowler was in Milwaukee when the news of the […]
Middle Tennessee Rain Expected: Storms to Impact Areas South of I-40
Nashville, TN – Middle Tennessee residents should prepare for a week of varied weather, with showers, storms, and high temperatures in the forecast. The National Weather Service (NWS) in Nashville has issued a detailed 7-day forecast, predicting a mix of hot temperatures and precipitation across the region. According to...
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