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NBA Trade Rumors: Brandon Ingram Targeted by Kings, Cavaliers, Warriors, Grizzlies
Brandon Ingram struggled in the postseason, leading to trade rumors as the New Orleans Pelicans consider shaking up their roster. Interested teams include the Kings, Cavaliers, Warriors, and Grizzlies. The Sacramento Kings, Cleveland Cavaliers, Golden State Warriors, and Memphis Grizzlies are interested in trading for Brandon Ingram. The Kings are...
First Black U of M graduate, member of ‘Memphis State Eight’ passes away
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - The University of Memphis’ first Black graduate, Luther C. McClellan, has passed away. McClellan is heralded as a civil rights trailblazer— cementing his place in history as a member of the Memphis State Eight, eight black students who were the first to cross the racial line.
Feds okay money for new I-55 bridge from Memphis to Arkansas
The funding is being finalized for a new interstate bridge to be built across the Mississippi River, connecting Memphis and Arkansas. The United States Department of Transportation announced they will provide $394 million to help fund the project. The states of Arkansas and Tennessee will chip in around $250 million each.
Arkansas education department reduces work requirement for child care assistance program
Arkansas education officials on Monday announced recently implemented changes to a child care subsidy program, including reducing the required work hours and removing a lifetime limit on benefits. The Child Care Assistance Program, which provides financial assistance to low-income families for quality childcare, is supported through the Child Care Development Fund (CCDF), which is administered […] The post Arkansas education department reduces work requirement for child care assistance program appeared first on Arkansas Advocate.
Montgomery Central, Kirkwood wrestlers take national honors at USA Wrestling’s National Freestyle Championships
CLARKSVILLE, TN – Team Tennessee took 27 of their best female high school wrestlers to USA Wrestling’s National Freestyle Championships in Fargo, North Dakota July 13-14, also called the 2024 U.S. Marine Corps Junior and 16U Nationals. The event had over 8,000 entries this year, competing in Fargodome on the campus of North Dakota State University.
‘Whites Against Replacement’: Latest Hateful March In Nashville Amplified Racist Theory
White nationalists marched in Nashville for the second straight weekend, this time wearing shirts that read "Whites Against Replacement." The post ‘Whites Against Replacement’: Latest Hateful March In Nashville Amplified Racist Theory appeared first on NewsOne.
Agencies crack down on crime, leading to multiple arrests
BLYTHEVILLE, Ark. (KAIT) - Multiple agencies joined forces to crack down on crime over the weekend, leading to multiple arrests. On Saturday, July 13, the Blytheville Police Department increased its presence throughout the city with the help of several agencies, including the Arkansas State Police, Mississippi County Sheriff’s Office, and Osceola Police Department.
Lane Kiffin calls his dad Monte a 'superhero' in the wake of the longtime NFL coach's death on Thursday
Ole Miss coach Lane Kiffin publicly spoke about his father Monte on Monday for the first time since the longtime NFL coach’s death on Thursday. Kiffin made his regularly-scheduled appearance at SEC media days in Dallas ahead of his father’s memorial service on Saturday and called his father a “superhero.” He referenced a friend he had from middle school that used the term for his father and remarked how accurate it was.
Tennessee's 8th Congressional District: Read our Q&A with Democratic primary candidates
Early voting for the state and federal primary races is underway in Tennessee with multiple contested primary elections for Shelby County voters. Five Democrats are vying to be the party nominee in the November election for Tennessee's 8th Congressional District. Incumbent Republican Rep. David Kustoff has represented the district since 2017 and will...
Tennessee Airports Report Spike in Firearms Found in Carry-On Luggage for First Half of 2025
The first half of 2024 has seen a notable increase in the number of guns found in carry-on luggage in Tennessee airports, surpassing more than 150 firearms, a trend that has raised concerns and prompted reminders about the legal ways to travel with firearms. The Transportation Security Administration reported finding 158 guns across the state's airports, slightly more than the 157 found during the same period in 2023, as detailed in a report by WVLT.
Gunfire strikes man watching television in his home, police say
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A man was lying in bed watching television when he was shot in his chest, leaving him in critical condition, Memphis Police say. On Sunday, officers responded to a shooting in the 1700 block of McNair Street in Nutbush. The victim, 52-year-old Carlos Antunez said he was in his bed when he […]
Dogs 2nd Chance hosts Christmas in July
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - Dogs 2nd Chance, a non-profit dog foster group, will hold a Christmas in July for pets. Pet owners may swing by with their pets and take a photo with Santa during his beach vacation!. The event will be held on Saturday, July 20 from 11:00 a.m....
Memphis Mayor Paul Young selected to join Bloomberg Harvard City Leadership Initiative
Memphis Mayor Paul Young will join the eighth class of mayors and senior municipal leaders for the Bloomberg Harvard City Leadership Initiative. The initiative is a yearlong professional management training program established by Bloomberg Philanthropies, the Harvard Kennedy School and Harvard Business School. "It's an honor to be on the same list,...
Authorities confirm names of those found dead in Marshall County
HOLLY SPRINGS, Miss. (WTVA) – Authorities in Marshall County have confirmed the names of the victims in a deadly quadruple shooting. The Marshall County Sheriff’s Office reports that Nathan Stewart, 27, of Holly Springs, Shavawn Murry, 23, of Holly Springs, Victoria Pugh, 23, of Memphis, Tennessee, and Charde Ulonda Patirece Trevino, 24, of Memphis, Tennessee were all found dead in Holly Springs Sunday night.
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