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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.
SECMD | Kiffin warns of 'rat poison' in Dallas
In the short breakout session Ole Miss media held with head coach Lane Kiffin on Monday before he arrived on the big stage in Dallas at SEC Media Days, the first question he was presented with was about the influence his late father had on him. Legenadary coach Monte Kiffin passed away late last week. Memorial services are scheduled for him this Saturday in Florida.
These are the candidates running in Tennessee's House District 86 primary
Jeff Johnston, an Independent candidate, will in November meet the winner of the Aug. 1 Democratic primary to vie for the Tennessee House District 86 seat. No Republican candidate qualified for the ballot. The current incumbent Democrat, Rep. Justin J Pearson, faces one challenger. The district stretches from the northern...
ETSU: Drought situation growing dangerous
Dry weather for much of the region is growing dangerous and could be intensified by another stifling heat wave this week, producing browned grass and pushing farmers into a difficult financial spot in what is often a vital growth period for a range of crops. That’s the word from officials at East Tennessee State University, […] The post ETSU: Drought situation growing dangerous appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.
Private Security Team Nabs Suspects at New Horizon Apartments (Video)
In Whitehaven, a dramatic incident unfolded at the New Horizon Apartments, leading to the arrest of four individuals. The incident began when a security guard noticed a vehicle speeding through the complex. Discovery of Illegal Items. According to police records and body-cam footage, the private security team at the complex,...
University of Memphis Fined for Animal Welfare Violations
Help keep One Green Planet free and independent! Together we can ensure our platform remains a hub for empowering ideas committed to fighting for a sustainable, healthy, and compassionate world. Please support us in keeping our mission strong. The University of Memphis has been fined $15,000 by the United States...
One resident offers local youth a day of Summer fun
JACKSON, Tenn.—The Hub City is takes a splash into summer with a day full of fun. The host of Community Splash, TJ Robinson, finds a refreshing way to give back with an evening of water slides, vendors, food trucks and music for entertainment. It’s the first time this has...
Memphis Mother of Two Faces Food Insecurity Amid Food Stamp Disruptions (video)
A South Memphis mother, Angela Briggs, who relies on food stamps to feed her two children, is facing severe food insecurity after her benefits were unexpectedly cut off. Living in a food desert, Briggs struggles to find healthy and affordable food options. Unexpected Termination of Benefits. Briggs was supposed to...
Children in Tennessee Can Now be Tried as Adults for Shoplifting or Stealing a Gun, or Even Attempting
In the past, a judge in Tennessee could decide to try a child in adult court for violent or otherwise extreme offenses. But, as of July 1, under SB 2569, children 15 and older can be tried in adult court for two nonviolent offenses: shoplifting or stealing a firearm, or attempting to do so.
Man critical after jet ski crash on Mississippi River near I-40 bridge
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A man is in critical condition after a jet ski crash happened Sunday, July 14, on the Mississippi River near the I-40 Hernando de Soto bridge. The Memphis Police Department responded to the incident in the river, north of the bridge, just after 7:30 p.m. A witness told investigators that he and another man were riding jet skis when the other man accidentally went full throttle and crashed. According to the police, two people noticed the men were in trouble and offered assistance.
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