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Tennessee reps irked by state’s failure on gun safe storage campaign
Tennessee’s Department of Safety is failing to follow through on a $1.6 million campaign for safe gun storage in vehicles, despite a major increase in weapon thefts from cars and trucks, lawmakers say. Lawmakers approved the funding in an August 2023 special session on public safety for a firearms public awareness drive that was supposed […] The post Tennessee reps irked by state’s failure on gun safe storage campaign appeared first on Tennessee Lookout.
Neo-Nazi group demonstrates on Tennessee overpass
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - A neo-Nazi group demonstrated on an overpass overlooking Interstate 65 on Monday afternoon. The group identified themselves as the Goyim Defense League, which, according to the Anti-Defamation League is, “...is a loose network of individuals connected by their virulent antisemitism.”. An officer with the Metro...
Oversized load to move through East Tennessee this week
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - A third oversized load will be on the move in East Tennessee this week, according to the Tennessee Department of Transportation. TDOT’s Mark Nagi said there will be rolling road blocks for the oversized load on Wednesday as it works its way from Knoxville to Kingsport.
JHA’s Family Expo provides opportunities to community members
JACKSON, Tenn. — The Jackson Housing Authority held a Family Expo at Lincoln Courts on Wednesday. The event brought together JHA’s partners in order to promote upper mobility and share information on available services. Partners present included the Jackson Police Department, the Fire Department, United Way, the Financial...
$900M Memphis bridge moves ahead with IIJA boost
A new bridge is set to be built across the Mississippi River that will connect Memphis, Tennessee, and West Memphis, Arkansas, Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee announced on July 12. Known as America’s River Crossing Project, the new span will fortify one of the nation’s busiest commercial corridors. Earlier...
Expense reports show MPD reimbursed former Asst. Chief Shawn Jones for 10 trips strictly for work
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - One week after the assistant chief of the Memphis Police Department was let go, expense reports show MPD paid for some of Shawn Jones’ trips to Atlanta, where his wife lives in their primary residence. But, records indicate the trips were strictly for work purposes.
Local grocery store forced to close due to frequent thefts
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Rampant crime has led another business to close its doors, this time it’s a neighborhood grocery store. The manager at the Save-A-Lot at Knight Arnold and Perkins said that the large number of thefts has forced them to close. “I was surprised,” shopper Temeka Jones said. “I’m like, what kind of theft?” […]
JEA shares ways to keep your bill lowered as temperatures rise
JACKSON, Tenn. — As temperatures rise across West Tennessee, one utility service offers some tips on making sure your bill doesn’t rise. With hotter weather it may be easier to lower the temperature inside your home without thinking of the additive cost. Steve Bowers with Jackson Energy Authority...
East Memphis residents take a stand against proposed gas station they believe will produce crime in a quiet neighborhood
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Residents in an East Memphis community are outraged over a proposal to replace a dry cleaning establishment with a gas station in the Sea Isle Park neighborhood. Some residents have shared their frustration on social media. Recently, neighbors who live at Sea Isle Park near Quince...
Penny Hardaway’s “1 CENT” candle collection included in Nike Olympic gift box
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) -1122 Candles, an Atlanta-based soy wax candle company, shared on social media that Penny Hardaway’s new “1 CENT” candle collection is included in the Nike Olympic gift box to give to Olympians. One of the candles highlighted in the social media post is a...
Memphis mom files wrongful death suit against popular baby formula brand after son’s death
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - A Memphis mother filed a wrongful death lawsuit accusing the No. 1 infant formula brand of killing her baby. The 39-page lawsuit claims the makers of Enfamil failed to disclose specific ingredients that resulted in one baby’s deadly intestinal disease. The mother, Nakia Harris, claims...
MPD makes 19 arrests, issues 20 citations Downtown over the weekend during ‘Operation Saturday Night Live’
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - On Tuesday, the Memphis Police Department announced charges for 19 people arrested during “Operation Saturday Night Live” over the weekend. Police also issued citations to 20 others. The suspects range from 15 to 45 years of age. MPD says the operation began in response...
Memphis basketball coach Penny Hardaway adds former 3A Mr. Basketball Damarien Yates
Memphis basketball coach Penny Hardaway added depth to his revamped roster in junior college forward Damarien "Dink" Yates. The 6-foot-8 Yates prepped at Fayette-Ware, earning Tennessee Class 3A Mr. Basketball honors in 2023, and spent his freshman season at Vincennes (Indiana) University. Yates is expected to join the team as a walk-on. ...
Memphis Music Feature: Jus Bentley
How long have you been performing and how did you get started?. I have been performing since about 8 or 9. I got my start doing plays and talent shows at church and then that progressed into writing and recording my own music. By age 12, I had released my first song and after that I really gained a love and passion for music.
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