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Mabry's Story: St. Jude Mission lives on in the stories of former patients
MEMPHIS Tn. (WKYT) - Tickets are on sale now for a chance to win this year’s St. Jude Dream Home being built in Lexington. This year, we hope to raise $800,000 for St. Jude and the families it serves. Recently WKYT’s Amber Philpott was able to travel to Memphis...
5 Arts Organizations to Support This Summer in Memphis
Thanks to its vibrant arts community, Memphis is a city bursting with creativity and culture. This summer, show your support for these five outstanding arts organizations that enrich the city with their diverse programs and initiatives. Curious about what’s going on at all of these organizations and more? Be sure to check out the Art for All Art Hub for events and more!
Memphis area researchers awarded $308,000 grant to study dystonia treatments
MEMPHIS, Tenn. - Researchers at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center have been awarded a $308,000 grant from the Department of Defense to study treatments for dystonia, the university said in a statement today. Dr. Mohammed Moshahid Khan, PhD, principal investigator and associate professor in the Department of Neurology...
Memphis women's basketball to host Louisville at FedExForum in 2024-25
The Memphis women's basketball team will host a non-conference game against Louisville at FedExForum in 2024-25, the program announced Tuesday. The former conference mates will square off on Dec. 21, as part of a basketball doubleheader with Penny Hardaway's Tigers, who are scheduled to face Mississippi State the same day. Tip-off time...
Digital Desk: 1st New potential PTSD treatment in 25 Years
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - For the first time in 25 years, a new investigational treatment could be made available for the more than 13 million Americans suffering from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. Dr. Loree Sutton, psychiatrist, retired military officer, and brigadier general who served in the United States Army will talk...
James Wiseman, part of Penny Hardaway's first No. 1 recruiting class, signs with Pacers
Free agent James Wiseman — who played for Penny Hardaway in high school and was a member of Memphis basketball's No. 1 recruiting class in 2019 — has signed a two-year contract with the Indiana Pacers. ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski first reported the news Tuesday afternoon. Wiseman was the...
U.S. Army soldier-athletes chase Olympic dreams
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - U.S. Army Marksmanship Unit (USAMU) will be competing at the upcoming Summer Olympic Games in Paris. Staff Sgt. William Hinton joined the Digital Desk to talk about these soldiers putting their training to the test and their unique journey to the Olympics.
Navigating extreme heat risks this summer
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) -Outdoor Fourth of July celebrations are just around the corner and record-breaking temperatures are making people feel the heat as a result of the current Heat Dome. According to the NOAA and National Weather Service, portions of Memphis are under a heat danger advisory on Saturday. According...
Youth Celebrated at the Shelby County Relative Caregiver Program’s Annual Young Men and Women’s Gala
Youths in the Shelby County Relative Caregiver Program in the Center on Developmental Disabilities at UT Health Science Center were dressed in white gowns and black suits at the program’s annual Young Men and Women’s gala featuring music, food, dancing, and a tribute to their relatives who are their caregivers.
Grizzlies showing interest in 32-year-old tweener big in free agency
Already this summer, the Memphis Grizzlies have gone about and bolstered their frontcourt depth with their addition of Purdue standout big Zach Edey during the first round of the 2024 NBA Draft. A major sore spot within coach Taylor Jenkins' rotation, their instability at the center position proved to be...
Pharmacist shares summer health tips
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - Summer is in full swing, which means barbecues, beach days, and family trips, but it also means insect bites, sunburns, and the need to remain hydrated as temperatures increase. Approximately 75% of Americans are chronically dehydrated. Also, getting only five sunburns increases the chance of developing...
Man wanted for murder in Mississippi arrested in Tennessee nearly month after shooting
A Mississippi murder suspect on the run for nearly a month has been arrested in Tennessee. Tyredius Woods has been wanted by the Greenville Police Department since the June 6 shooting of Latia Wilson on Utah Street in Greenville. Wilson was shot in the side during the shooting and died...
FAFSA clinics available across the Mid-South
MEMPHIS, Tenn. - Tennessee is hosting clinics for college families to help with the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) application. There will be more than 60 FAFSA clinics throughout the state to help students and families complete the application process by the Aug. 1 deadline. These events are open to the public.
Shooting in Orange Mound leaves man dead
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A shooting at a convenience store in Orange Mound Monday night left a man dead, police say. Around 10 p.m., officers say they responded to a shooting at Save-A-Stop 1 on 1461 Pendleton Street. A man was pronounced dead at the scene. MPD says the suspect’s vehicle is a white sedan.
Non-profit helps former inmates navigate life after incarceration
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Every Tuesday as part of our Greater Memphis on a Mission series, we highlight organizations making Memphis better. This week, we caught up with a group that believes in life after incarceration. Tommie Dunn Jr. was released from federal prison last year after serving fifteen years. He says finding employment after being released […]
Memphis Braces for Extreme Heat, Excessive Heat Watch in Effect for Wednesday
The National Weather Service in Memphis has issued an Excessive Heat Watch for the area, alerting residents to the potential for dangerously high temperatures on Wednesday. With the mercury set to potentially hit the high 90s and the heat index possibly climbing to a sweltering 113 degrees, the community is on high alert for the serious risk of heat-related illnesses.
WREG looks into MAS director’s background, current investigation
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The director of Memphis Animal Services who was placed on leave just five months into his new job had been let go from a previous shelter job in Texas, news coverage shows. Ty Coleman was placed on leave last week from the Memphis shelter pending an investigation after a dog died of […]
MSCS hiring blitz aims to trim vacancies in district
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - Tennessee’s largest school district is looking for help a little more than a month before Memphis-Shelby County Schools get back in session. Tuesday at East High School, the district will host a second hiring blitz, which is an opportunity to learn about open positions and even get hired on the spot.
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