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Healthier 901 Challenge inspires Memphians to move their bodies
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - Memphians are moving their bodies, in an effort to get fit!. Action News 5 partnered with Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare, for the Healthier 901 challenge. It’s the second anniversary of the Healthier 901 Challenge, an initiative aimed at getting Memphians to lose weight and live healthier...
Henigan throws for 2 TDs, Memphis shutout North Alabama 40-0
Seth Henigan threw two touchdown passes, Mario Anderson Jr. ran for a pair and Memphis opened its season with a 40-0 win over North Alabama on Saturday night. Henigan threw touchdown passes to Anthony Landphere and Brendan Doyle and Anderson added his second touchdown when the Tigers scored 24 second-quarter points on their way to […]
Man carrying fentanyl, meth steals shoes after trying them on, police say
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - The Memphis Police Department has arrested and charged a man accused of stealing shoes and resisting arrest. According to MPD, officers responded to an assault call on Poplar Avenue. When officers arrived, they spoke with a shoe store employee who informed them that a man stole...
Law enforcement prepared for 901 Day, Labor Day weekend
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — It’s a big weekend in the Bluff City as Memphis celebrates 901 Day this Labor Day weekend. As thousands are expected to enjoy the festivities this weekend, safety is a top priority. Kenny Mack, a Memphis resident, says it’s up to the people to ensure this weekend isn’t violent. “Keep your guns […]
Man points rifle at woman, threatens to shoot up her house, police say
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - The Memphis Police Department has arrested and charged a man after he pointed a rifle at the victim and threatened to shoot up her house. On August 19, officers responded to a disturbance call from a home on Eagle River Drive. When officers arrived, the victim...
Memphis football fans learning to adjust to new views amid Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium renovations
As Memphis football kicked off its season Saturday evening against North Alabama, Sutton Smith and Mario Anderson weren't the only ones encountering gaping holes at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium. Memphis fans got their first look at the in-progress $220 million stadium renovations, which has resulted in a substantial opening on the west side of the stadium and even gave a somewhat nostalgic view of the Mid-South Coliseum. ...
Memphis RB Sutton Smith's knee injury 'doesn't look great,' Ryan Silverfield says
Memphis football running back Sutton Smith suffered an apparent right knee injury in Memphis' 40-0 win over North Alabama that "doesn't look great," coach Ryan Silverfield said postgame. "He did get hurt," Silverfield said. "It doesn't look great. Our entire program will keep him in our thoughts and prayers, and hopefully he's okay more than anything. And we wish him a speedy recovery." ...
Double shooting injures 2; another victim injured trying to flee
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Memphis Police are investigating a shooting that injured two people and left another person injured when they were trying to flee the scene. At 1:10 p.m., officers responded to a shooting at 1499 S Lauderdale. One victim was located on the scene and two additional victims arrived at the fire station at […]
Kits4Kids provides first responders with tools to comfort kids in emergency situations
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Law enforcement in Shelby County are equipping themselves with the tools they need to strengthen relationships in the community. With each 911 call, first responders are faced with the task of stepping into what may be one of the most stressful events for a family. While the severity of each call varies, […]
Counties with the highest unemployment in Mississippi
Unemployment rates are rising across U.S. metropolitan areas, provoking alarm across the nation and likely leading to interest rate cuts in September. As of July, unemployment rates increased in 350 out of 389 U.S. metros areas—including 47 of the 51 largest metros, according to Bureau of Labor Statistics data. To get a glimpse of regional […]
Memphis Grapples with Flash Floods and Power Outages Amid Severe Thunderstorms
Memphis residents faced floods and power cuts as thunderstorms hammered the Mid-South area Friday evening. Action News 5 reported that the Tennessee Department of Transportation responded to flooding on Interstate 240 at Norris Road, where lanes in both directions were submerged. The downpour did not just disrupt traffic; it also...
Thousands left without power after Mid-South storms
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Thousands of Memphis Light, Gas and Water (MLGW) customers have been left without power following Friday night's severe weather. As of 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024 there have been 66 outages reported leaving 1400 customers affected. MLGW says they are aware of the recent...
MATA trolley employee's express disappointment with administration and ask public to sign petition
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The longest running street festival in Downtown Memphis is now missing its most important component. More than a week ago, Memphis Area Transit Authority (MATA) shut down trolley services due to a brake issue and the high costs of repairs. Some trolley operators attended a gathering...
Murder Suspect On The Run Fell Into The Hands Of Police Officers After Falling Through Roof Of Hiding Spot
Alleged murder suspect, Deario Wilkerson’s luck, ran out after the roof of his hiding spot in Memphis, Tennessee, collapsed, landing him in the hands of police, NPR reports. The U.S. Marshals Service said agents in Memphis captured the 20-year-old Wilkerson on Aug. 26 after being on the run for months for charges of first-degree murder and reckless endangerment, all in connection to a fatal shooting. The suspect’s whereabouts were being tracked, leading authorities to a residence. “Wilkerson attempted to hide in the attic as the USMS searched the residence; however, he fell through the ceiling,” a statement read.
Memphis City Council Takes Election Commission to Court Over Gun Control Ballot Initiatives
Members of Memphis City Council announced a lawsuit against the Shelby County Election Commission on Friday in an attempt to salvage a now contested set of gun-control ballot referendums. The Council wants to put three questions before voters during November’s election including whether to – within city limits – require...
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