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Green Jay Athletics at Jackson State under leadership of new director
In charge of all things Green Jay Athletics, Jackson State Community College welcomed its new Director of Athletics on Tuesday, Dr. Kevin Lynum. With 14 years of coaching experience, Lynum says his vision is clear: "to make the Jackson State name resonate across households throughout West Tennessee." ...
'Biggest race of my life:' Local motocross racer prepares for national championship in TN
A local motocross racer is soon heading to Tennessee in hopes of being crowned the fastest in the country. Seven-year-old Maverick Novak is getting ready to race against 41 other kids in his age group for a national championship. “This is the biggest race of my life,” Novak says.
Body discovered inside burned car at Memphis Police Impound Lot
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - The Memphis Police Department confirmed Tuesday evening that a body was found inside a burned car at the department’s impound lot. The victim’s identity has not been confirmed. Police say the cause of death is still being determined. On Saturday, July 20, the car...
Mississippi man paralyzed in job accident just hours after finding out his wife is pregnant
Just hours after he found out his wife was pregnant with their first, a Mississippi man suffered a tragic fall at work that doctors say will likely leave him paralyzed for the rest of his life. For newlyweds Brianna and Luke Byrd, July 11 began with joyous news—they were expecting...
Musk promises to deliver ‘the world’s most powerful AI’ by later this year
Tesla CEO and Twitter/X owner Elon Musk announced Monday that his AI startups, xAI, had officially begun training its Memphis supercomputer, what he describes as “the most powerful AI training cluster in the world.”. Once fully operational, Musk plans to use it to build “world’s most powerful AI by...
Restaurant Inspection Scores, July 16-22
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: Corky’s1740 N […]
Grizzlies big tabbed as one of 'most underrated' players currently in NBA
When fully healthy, the Memphis Grizzlies have proven to roster one of the best assortments of talent the league has to offer. From possessing established All-Stars like Ja Morant and Jaren Jackson Jr. to budding stars like Desmond Bane and, arguably, GG Jackson Jr., Taylor Jenkins' arsenal has grown to be quite deep over the past several years.
Kevin Kelly and Donna Terrell to be Honored at Diamond Journalism Awards
The Arkansas Pro Chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists is proud to feature Kevin Kelly and Donna Terrell of Fox 16 as the keynote speakers for this year’s Diamond Journalism Awards presented by AY Media Group. “When people think of broadcast news in Arkansas, they think of Kevin...
Tennessee man leads police chase in Owensboro
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – A Tennessee native has been arrested after leading Kentucky State Police on a high-speed chase through Owensboro. Authorities say they arrested George Scott after failing to stop for a trooper on I-165. They say the chase led to US 60 Bypass and onto KY 54 east. Other troopers were said to […]
Planning underway for new Buc-ee's location in Benton
BENTON, Ark. — Back in April, the Benton Planning Commission approved both a site and utilities plan for the first Buc-ee's to come to the Natural State. Now, city officials are working to create a traffic flow plan near the proposed entrance of the new super-sized gas station and convenience store.
‘Don’t Know What the F–k You Doing’: Irate Customer Allegedly Knocked Down, Stomped Black Worker at Mississippi Dollar General While Management, Customers Just Stoodby, Didn’t Call Police
Michelle Renee Abney was three weeks into her job at a Dollar General store in Laurel, Mississippi, when she said she was attacked by an […] ‘Don’t Know What the F–k You Doing’: Irate Customer Allegedly Knocked Down, Stomped Black Worker at Mississippi Dollar General While Management, Customers Just Stoodby, Didn’t Call Police
Tennessee campaign finance officials blast AG, calling deferral of inquiry an abdication
Members of Tennessee’s Registry of Election Finance on Tuesday accused Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti of sluggish and inadequate handling of campaign finance investigations, calling his approach “an abdication of responsibility.” The registry oversees campaign finance in Tennessee and criticism arose from an investigation requested by members into a complaint against two groups that...
Man arrested after allegedly shooting to death fellow Main Event security guard
MEMPHIS, Tenn. - A 44-year-old man was arrested following the shooting death of a fellow security guard during an argument Monday night at Main Event in Cordova, police said. Richard Lewis was identified as the suspected shooter and charged with first-degree murder, according to the Memphis Police Department (MPD). Police...
La Vergne Man Wins $1,000 a Week for Life in Cash 4 Life Drawing
July 22, 2024 – A change to what had become a “morning coffee routine” led to a very lucky happenstance for a La Vergne man, who won $1,000 a week for life playing the Tennessee Education Lottery’s Cash 4 Life drawing-style game. “The store where I...
Weather 7-24-2024 Rain Continues
Rain is in the forecast for the foreseeable future every day. Some storms may be strong. Showers and thunderstorms, mainly before 4pm. High near 85. South southwest wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.
New teachers prepare for upcoming school year in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. — The school year is almost here and many teachers have already started preparing for this year. New teachers with the Jackson-Madison County School System came together to learn what to expect. “It’s always exciting to kick off a school year, and these are teachers and professionals...
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