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Tennessean wins 19 awards, including general excellence, in Tennessee Press Association contest
The newspaper was recognized for its coverage of sports, breaking news, business and investigations. The Tennessean on Friday secured the Tennessee Press Association Newspaper Contest General Excellence award, along with first place awards in 13 other categories, for its work ranging from sports, breaking news, business and investigative reporting during 2023.
Montgomery County lawyer suspended by Tennessee Supreme Court for illegal law practice
The Tennessee Supreme Court penalized a Montgomery County attorney for practicing law with a suspended license. Colleen Ann Hyder, a Clarksville attorney, failed to pay her professional privilege tax in January 2020 and continued to handle clients, which is illegal in Tennessee. Licensed attorneys must pay this tax to maintain...
Former Tiger Kendric Davis signs with the Adelaide 36ers of the National Basketball League in Australia
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Former Memphis Tiger, Kendric Davis is heading to the land down under to play with the Adelaide 36ers in the National Basketball League (NBL). The 36ers have been recruiting Davis for over a month and watched him play for the Portland Trail Blazers at the NBA Sumer League, before signing him to a one-year deal.
Remembering a hero: Reverend Dr.James Lawson, civil rights legend, honored during memorial event
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - The life of the man at the center of the Sanitation strike in Memphis was honored today. Rev. Dr. James Lawson studied nonviolent civil disobedience under Gandhi and became a close ally of Dr. Martin Luther King, Junior. It was Lawson who created the strategy for...
3 charged after shot fired at MPD officer
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Three men have been charged after a shot was fired at a Memphis Police officer. Memphis Police say 18-year-old Antonio Bland, 21-year-old Timothy Turner, and 19-year-old Tyreone Flemmons are facing several charges, including theft of property, evading arrest, and unlawful possession of a weapon. According to police, an officer saw a vehicle […]
Grizzlies advance to Summer League Championship Game
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“Don’t shoot, put up them”: Residents react to Downtown shootings
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Memphis Police are investigating two overnight shootings, one left a man injured and the other resulted in a man losing his life. “If you go off your emotions, you can go the wrong way,” Jimmy McKinney said. McKinney spends much of his time in the downtown area, spreading positivity and encouraging people […]
1 Grizzlies player deemed key to reclaim 'best in the West' status, and it's not Ja
Following a tumultuous overall campaign, the Memphis Grizzlies find themselves heading into 2024-25 with redemption on their mind and, hopefully, health on their side. Setting a new league record for most players to have suited up for a ball club in a single season, coach Taylor Jenkins was forced to game plan and scheme up lineups with the likes of Desmond Bane, Jaren Jackson Jr., Marcus Smart, and Ja Morant all regularly sidelined.
School Choice fair in North Memphis offers information and support to ease the registration process for students
With the assistance of several local public and charter schools, as well as community resources, the fair provided registration support for kids in the Klondike area.
MPD: Man shot Downtown after argument
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A man is in the hospital recovering after getting shot at after an argument with a group of men Sunday morning, Memphis Police say. At 4:20 a.m., officers responded to a shooting at S. Main St and Pontotoc Ave. When they arrived, they located 18 shell casings in the street. While officers […]
The Southwest Tennessee Community College is hosting a series of free FAFSA application clinics
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The 2024-2025 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is experiencing changes. To assist students and families in completing their FAFSA applications Southwest Tennessee Community College is hosting a series of free FAFSA clinics. The FAFSA application for the 2024-2025 academic year is due on August...
Memphis Man Charged with Theft After Being Found in a Dryer with Evidence Tied to Stolen Vehicle
Memphis authorities have recently charged a man with theft of property allegedly worth between $10,000 and $60,000 after he was found in possession of a stolen vehicle, authorities said. WREG News Channel 3 reports that the suspect, Marshawn Roberts, was discovered hiding in a dryer during a police search. The incident unfolded after detectives with the Memphis Police Fugitive Unit received a tip regarding Roberts' location on Friday at 9:30 a.m., when they sought to apprehend him on multiple outstanding felony warrants at a residence in the 2400 block of Rammesses Street.
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