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Four indicted in apparent drug smuggling case at Nashville jail
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WZTV) — A months long investigation led to the arrest of four individuals who are accused of smuggling drugs into a Metro jail. A woman and three current inmates have been indicted on felony meth and fentanyl charges, Metro Police report. Devin Popejoy, 28, is accused of...
Inside Tennessee Titans' medical prep for 'Damar Hamlin situation' they hope to never use
The rhythmic stomp of two dozen athletic trainers and medical personnel hustling across a turf field displaced the stark silence. A football player lay flat on the turf, motionless, his upper body obscured by the semi-circle of experts jumping to his aid. Suddenly, his once-limp legs — the only part of his body visible from the sideline — begin convulsing, spasming for a solid five seconds. This was the scene at Ascension Saint Thomas Sports Park on...
Shelby County Office of Re-Entry to open new transitional housing to help former inmates adjust to their new lives
MEMPHIS, Tennessee — It is not often someone can see years of hard work take physical form, but for one former inmate, this is starting to take shape. “The person who is released from prison, he is not the same person who went in,” said DeAndre Brown. “All of a sudden you’re expected to reacclimate.”
Blades Brown, Tyler Watts impress in round one of U.S. Junior Amateur
The USGA spends a lot of time focusing on the player journey, the unique position the Association is in to provide national championships for the world’s best players for their entire careers, from their junior days through their senior years. For the top juniors in the world who took on Oakland Hills today for the first round of the 76th U.S. Junior Amateur, they were not only treated to fantastic conditions for this week’s event, but a true preview into that long-term journey, with thousands of spectators onsite and course conditions similar to what they can expect at the 2034 U.S. Open.
The Tennessee Titans Will Trade Will Levis to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers
With the NFL offseason comes predictions and bold takes. That specifically happens with trades that could happen before the season or the deadline. With that in mind, Will Levis becomes an intriguing trade option, and if he is traded, it will be to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The biggest thing...
MLGW receives $11.4 million in disaster relief funds from FEMA
MEMPHIS, Tenn. - The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is rewarding Memphis Light Gas Water (MLGW) with $11.4 million, Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9) announced. The funds will support the repair of electrical power distribution facilities that were damaged after severe storms in June 2023. According...
MFD battles overnight fire at church in South City
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Memphis firefighters battled heavy smoke and flames in the early morning hours of Tuesday, July 23, in South City. The Memphis Fire Department responded to the fire just before 12:30 a.m. at the Revival Temple Ministries Church of God on Christ Inc., located at the intersection of E.H. Crump Boulevard and Camilla Street.
TVA seeks public comment on proposed solar project in Lauderdale County, Tennessee
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) wants to know what the public thinks about a proposed solar project in Lauderdale County. The Ripley II Solar Facility would be run by SR Ripley II, LLC, a subsidiary of Silicon Ranch Corporation. They said the facility would be on 194 acres of a 490-acre tract of land which is currently zoned for “High Density/Mobile Home and General Business.” The TVA said the area is mostly agricultural fields.
Restaurant Inspection Scores, July 16-22
Newest Restaurant Report Card | If you want the latest Shelby County restaurant scores sent directly to your inbox, sign up for it today on WREG’s Newsletter here. Each week WREG is rounding up the highest and lowest scores from Shelby County restaurant inspections. Find more restaurant scores from Shelby County and other Tennessee counties here. Lowest Scores: Corky’s1740 N […]
Grizzlies big tabbed as one of 'most underrated' players currently in NBA
When fully healthy, the Memphis Grizzlies have proven to roster one of the best assortments of talent the league has to offer. From possessing established All-Stars like Ja Morant and Jaren Jackson Jr. to budding stars like Desmond Bane and, arguably, GG Jackson Jr., Taylor Jenkins' arsenal has grown to be quite deep over the past several years.
Mayor Young hires new public safety consultant
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Mayor Paul Young has hired a retired leader of the NYPD to be Memphis’ new public safety consultant. Earlier this year, Mayor Young vowed to treat the Memphis crime problem just like the community treated the pandemic, a crisis that needed an all-hands-on-deck approach to find a solution. “We hear our citizens […]
In a few months, Marie Feagins has made big changes at MSCS, inspiring admiration & anger
When Marie Feagins was asked how many hours of sleep she’s getting, she laughed, and said, “I get a few here, and a few there.”. “But I wake up excited,” she added. “There's so much that needs to be done. It's about just balancing the timing of getting it done with the urgency of needing to get it done. One hundred and fifteen thousand kids can't wait on me. They don't care if I'm getting sleep or not.”
Helping Hand Ministry Continues to Assist Those in Need in Union City
Helping Hand Ministries in Union City is open and available to assist those with needs in the community. Board Chairman Chris Norton told Thunderbolt News the ministry is hoping to expand their outreach to those in need.(AUDIO) Board member Rev. Curtis McLendon said Helping Hand has been an inspiration to...
Main library closed after apparent suicide
UPDATE: The Memphis Library Foundation released a statement regarding Monday’s incident. “Our thoughts are with all those affected by this heartbreaking incident. As we come together to mourn and heal, we must remember the importance of supporting one another during difficult times.” They went on to say the foundation “extends our deepest condolences to the […]
Digital Desk: Talking to children about traumatic events
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) -Following the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump, families, especially those with children, may have felt additional stress. Many parents are looking for healthy, effective methods to communicate to their kids about what happened. Lindsay Pate, a clinical expert, visits the Digital Desk to provide advice...
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