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The struggle to understand why earthquakes happen in America’s heartland
Five hundred years between major earthquakes puts a lot of time before the next big one. But many experts say the region is still largely unprepared for even moderate shaking. Many parts of Alaska—which experiences large quakes more frequently—put in strict building codes after an earthquake devastated the state in 1964. Those building codes are thought to be why Anchorage survived a 7.0 earthquake in 2018 with only minimal damage and no deaths.
'Tennessee Crossroads' host Joe Elmore to be honored with public celebration of life
Nashville Public Television will host tours and present highlight clips before holding an hourlong memorial service at 4:30 p.m. July 25. Elmore, 80, hosted 'Tennessee Crossroads' for 37 years. Nashville Mayor Freddie O'Connell will speak at Elmore's celebration of life at the station. Elmore's relatives, friends and 'Tennessee Crossroads' colleagues...
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, […]
Bluff City Life: Wed, 10 July
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - Here’s what’s in today’s show. These beautiful houses are waiting to be turned into homes. We’re touring breathtaking properties in Eads!. Gospel music is taking over the Bluff City. You have a chance to join in praise at this annual convention. Malcolm...
Restaurant Inspection Scores, July 9-15
Newest Restaurant Report Card | If you want the latest Shelby County restaurant scores sent directly to your inbox, sign up for it today on WREG’s Newsletter here. Each week WREG is rounding up the highest and lowest scores from Shelby County restaurant inspections. Find more restaurant scores from Shelby County and other Tennessee counties here. Lowest Scores: Takashi1680 Union […]
Tennessee House District 96 Democratic primary: Read our Q & A with candidates
Early voting for the primary State and Federal Primary for Tennessee begins Friday with multiple contested primary elections. Five Democrats will be vying for the Tennessee House District 96. Incumbent Dwayne Thompson is not seeking reelection. No Republicans or Independents qualified for the August or November ballots. Whoever wins the...
Police chase through Caruthersville, Pemiscot County leads to man’s arrest
CARUTHERSVILLE, Mo. (KFVS) - A police chase through portions of Pemiscot County on Tuesday afternoon, July 16 leads to an arrest. According to Caruthersville Police, officers tried to make a traffic stop around 12:43 p.m. on a driver suspected of having an arrest warrant. The vehicle stopped in the parking...
Suspect accused of catfishing man, forcing him to send $500 per day
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A Covington man was arrested after police say he conducted a catfishing scheme where he threatened a man into giving him daily payments of $500. On July 4, around 11 p.m., officers with the Covington Police Department were flagged down by a man who told them he was involved in a relationship […]
Covington hosts Children's Olympic Games
COVINGTON, Tenn. - While Paris is hosting the main event, Covington is holding their own Olympic Games, specifically for children. According to a post on their Facebook page, the Covington Parks and Recreation department is hosting a children's Olympic Games event Tuesday morning, from 9:00 to 11:00. Registration is $15,...
New cannabis restaurant making its way to Memphis, but is it legal?
MEMPHIS, Tenn — A new restaurant coming to the Binghamton neighborhood is offering up something that isn't on any other menu in Memphis: marijuana. Buds & Brews Cannabis Bar and Restaurant offers THC-infused condiments and drinks, but brings up a question on how it is legal. In 2022, Michael...
‘I’m back’: Pearl native Riley Maddox to stay at Ole Miss baseball for 2025 season
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Ole Miss baseball received good news on Monday amid an overhaul of pitchers entering the transfer portal. Pitchers Liam Doyle, Kyle Carmack, JT Quinn, Josh Mallitz, and Grayson Saunier are just a few of the many notable names to enter the portal. In another season full...
Here are the candidates running in Tennessee's 9th Congressional District primary races
Tennessee's 9th Congressional District is a strongly Democratic and heavily gerrymandered district encompassing the majority of Memphis and northern Shelby County. Three challengers are battling to unseat longtime incumbent Rep. Steve Cohen in the Democratic primary this year. M Latroy A-Williams. Williams, who last year unsuccessfully sought a seat on...
Man allegedly chokeslams 9-year-old, fires shots at home with 5 kids
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A man is behind bars after Memphis Police say he assaulted his girlfriend and her nine-year-old, then fired shots at a home with multiple kids inside. Alcus Shell, 40, is charged with Aggravated Assault/Domestic Violence, seven counts of Aggravated Assault and Vandalism $1,000 or less. His bond is set at $60,000. On […]
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