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Johnny Mac To Perform At Nights On Broadway
McKenzie, Tenn.–Mark your calendar for Thursday night, July 18, for another great evening of Nights on Broadway in McKenzie’s downtown park from 7-9 p.m. The popular Johnny Mac will be performing. Bring your chair and enjoy the great music under the stars. Plan to visit one of the...
Whitehaven residents say overgrown trees threaten Memphis phone lines
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A section of a Whitehaven road is so overgrown with trees, it is difficult to see what look like powerlines running alongside it. Whitehaven resident Carolyn Crump says it’s been years since the trees have been trimmed in the area between 21 East Falls Road and 23 West Falls Road. She brought this to ABC24’s attention during a Let’s Talk townhall meeting in June.
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...
Father, daughter robbed while closing restaurant in southeast Memphis
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The Memphis Police Department is searching for two suspects they say robbed a father and daughter while they were closing a southeast Memphis restaurant Sunday night. According to reports, just before 11:30 p.m., officers responded to Tokyo Grill located at 2801 Kirby Road, where they were advised that two victims had been […]
Dream fulfilled: Museum opens in Halls
The Halls Crossroads Historical Museum is open for public viewing at 7119 Afton Drive in the Birch Tree Plaza. Hours are 10-4 on Wednesdays and 2-5 on Sundays. “We’re doing a series of soft openings,” said museum vice president Doris Smith. “The space is not large enough to accommodate one huge grand opening.” Then she mentioned something about a tent and fall (stay tuned).
Covington man charged with catfishing another man, robbing him, and threatening him to send more money
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A Covington, Tennessee, man is charged after police said he catfished a man on social media, then robbed the victim and threatened him to keep sending money. Demarieo Howard, 27, is charged with aggravated robbery, theft under $1,000.00, and aggravated assault with no injury. He was...
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 Shelby County Schools invests over $3M for salary increases to non-faculty positions
MEMPHIS, Tenn. - Memphis Shelby County Schools (MSCS) has invested $3.4 million toward "attracting and retaining top talent" in non-faculty positions. In a statement released Tuesday, MSCS said the multimillion dollar investment "underscores MSCS's commitment to excellence..." by giving "substantial salary increases" across operational and administrative positions. Highlights of the...
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.
Feud between neighbors ends in dog being shot, police say
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Two neighbors in Binghampton face charges after an argument led to a shooting, resulting in a dog being injured, Memphis Police say. Devion Cannon, 32, is charged with Aggravated Assault and Violation of a Protection Order. George Burks, 58, is charged with Aggravated Assault and Aggravated Cruelty to Animals. On May 5, […]
Merci Memphis provides affordable counseling to those in need
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 accessibility to mental health. Merci Memphis is a nonprofit organization that provides mental, emotional and healing support. The organization covers topics like grief […]
Historic Stereo Alley makes a return Downtown; MEM lands new flight | Mane Street Memphis
Correction: This story has been updated to reflect Constellation Properties redeveloped The Commonwealth building The developers behind the Sterick Building are bringing back another little piece of history alongside the 29-story "Queen of the South." On Thursday, July 11, the Memphis and Shelby County Land Use Control Board (LUCB) approved a street name...
These are the candidates for Shelby County General Sessions Court Clerk
The election for General Sessions Court Clerk will be the only county-wide ballot measure for 2024. Incumbent Joe Brown lost the Democratic primary to Tami Sawyer earlier this year. Lisa Arnold was the sole Republican to meet the qualifying requirements and is the Republican nominee on the Aug. 1 ballot.
Lane College alumni and SuperBowl champion Jacoby Jones passes away at the age of 40
Former Lane College alumni, n-f-l player and super bowl champion jacoby jones has passed away. The national football league made the announcement Sunday, along with two teams he played for. Jones was known for scoring two touchdowns in ‘super bowl 47′ for the Baltimore ravens. The team said his charisma,...
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