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What’s Killing Us?: WREG investigates environmental pollution, lead poisoning
A months-long WREG investigation examined the deadly problems families across the Mid-South are most likely to face. From gun violence and drugs to learning who is at the highest risk for cancer, the News Channel 3 Investigators uncovered numerous health problems plaguing our community. We discovered major hazards and hidden dangers in our homes and […]
Man allegedly caught with a stolen gun on Beale Street
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A man was arrested after police say he was caught on Beale Street with a stolen AR-15 early Saturday morning. Officers with the Entertainment District Unit Compliance Team were flagged down while on routine patrol at approximately 1:27 a.m. Beale Street security said that a man was armed at the checkpoint entrance […]
‘Jamz on Jefferson’ brings live music to Haywood County
BROWNSVILLE, Tenn. — One local county takes on day 2 of their weekend long celebration. Leaders in Brownsville-Haywood County held their ‘Jamz on Jefferson’ event Friday evening. This is a collaboration across the entire community. “Every year we a do a series of events starting on Thursday,...
3 detained after police find suspects accused of firing at officer
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Three people have been detained after Memphis Police say they found suspects who were responsible for firing at an officer. Officers responded to a prowler call at 5112 Park Ave at 2:48 p.m. on Saturday. When they arrived, they spotted a dark-colored Nissan sedan that matched the description of a vehicle occupied […]
It's been 3 months since the mass shooting at Orange Mound Park, and the shooter is still on the loose
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Today marks 3 months since the Orange Mound Park block party deadly shooting, and police are still searching for the shooter. On April 20, 2024, around 7 p.m., at least one gunman opened fire at more than 300 people gathered at an unsanctioned block party on 2572 Park Ave. Two people were killed and seven others were injured at the shooting.
New owner of Aretha Franklin’s childhood home in Memphis on mission to preserve history
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - The new owner of Aretha Franklin’s childhood home says her goal is to preserve the birthplace of the Queen of Soul. Anasa Troutman purchased the home last Friday at auction. She is the same person who purchased Clayborn Temple and said her goal is to make sure history does not fade away.
Memphis school district settles lawsuit with Satanic Temple
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The Memphis Shelby County School District has agreed to pay more than $15,000 to resolve a federal lawsuit with the sponsors of an after-school satan club. The Freedom from Religion Foundation filed the lawsuit on behalf of the Satanic Temple back in March, claiming MSCS violated their First Amendment rights. Late last […]
Record $11.6-million raised during St. Jude Telethon
PEORIA, Ill. – The 47th annual St. Jude Telethon on WEEK-TV has raised a record amount of money for the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. The telethon signed off late Saturday night with $11,659,937 raised, surpassing last year’s total of $11,094,238. The Memphis-to-Peoria run and the 36...
Grizzlies' recent move should see elite sharpshooter return on fresh contract
Luke Kennard is an unrestricted free agent. The 28-year-old shooting guard spent last season with the Memphis Grizzlies, where he played in 39 games, averaging 11 points, 2.9 rebounds and 3.5 assists. He shot 44.8% from the field and 45% from three-point range.Last season was a disaster for the Grizzlies. Injuries derailed their season before they had a chance to build any momentum. With the roster expected to be back at full health next season, Memphis could emerge as a serious contender in the Western Conference. However, it's faced some cap space issues as it looks to avoid the luxury tax....
MSCS expanding search for teachers with school year just weeks away
SHELBY COUNTY, Tenn — The school year for MSCS is just weeks away, and the district is still trying to fill hundreds of teacher vacancies. Memphis-Shelby County Schools is hosting an all-day hiring blitz Saturday in Jackson, Mississippi. This follows two other virtual hiring fairs this week as the search for qualified teachers continues in the Mid-South.
Day camp at Orpheum Theatre helps unite middle schoolers who’ve lost a parent
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - A group of sixth through eighth graders took the stage Friday during the Mending Hearts Camp final showcase at the Orpheum Theatre. The Mending Hearts Camp is a summer day camp for young people who have experienced the death of a parent. The camp unites them...
Thomas, Smalls, Newsom, and Neely return to Briarcrest for free kids’ camp
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — One of the many joys in life is to give back, especially to the community that helped you along the way. This is why former Briarcrest stars Jabari Smalls, Omari Thomas, Reggie Neely, and Rodney Newsom returned to where their journeys started. ” That’s something I’ve been brought up on, just always […]
Memphis Grizzlies rookies Zach Edey, Cam Spencer out for rest of summer league
Memphis Grizzlies rookies Zach Edey and Cam Spencer have been ruled out for the remainder of the NBA Las Vegas Summer League. The Grizzlies are shutting Cam Spencer and Zach Edey down for the remainder of summer league due to ankle sprains. Nothing overly concerning, but no more Edey/Spencer in Las Vegas.— Damichael Cole (@DamichaelC) July 19, 2024 ...
Memphis Grizzlies Expected to Re-Sign Former Lottery Pick
Earlier today, the Memphis Grizzlies made a trade that sent small forward Ziaire Williams to the Brooklyn Nets. Though the Grizzlies received Mamadi Diakite in return, the trade opens up the room to bring another player back to the team. According to HoopsHype’s Michael Scotto, the Grizzlies are now expected to re-sign free agent Luke Kennard.
1 suspect in THP-involved shooting captured in KY; Reward for info about shooter raised to $20K
One of the suspects wanted for his connection to a shooting that left a Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP) trooper injured has been captured in Kentucky, but now the reward for information that leads to the shooter's arrest has been increased.
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