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Youth Celebrated at the Shelby County Relative Caregiver Program’s Annual Young Men and Women’s Gala
Youths in the Shelby County Relative Caregiver Program in the Center on Developmental Disabilities at UT Health Science Center were dressed in white gowns and black suits at the program’s annual Young Men and Women’s gala featuring music, food, dancing, and a tribute to their relatives who are their caregivers.
U.S. Army soldier-athletes chase Olympic dreams
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - U.S. Army Marksmanship Unit (USAMU) will be competing at the upcoming Summer Olympic Games in Paris. Staff Sgt. William Hinton joined the Digital Desk to talk about these soldiers putting their training to the test and their unique journey to the Olympics.
Pharmacist shares summer health tips
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - Summer is in full swing, which means barbecues, beach days, and family trips, but it also means insect bites, sunburns, and the need to remain hydrated as temperatures increase. Approximately 75% of Americans are chronically dehydrated. Also, getting only five sunburns increases the chance of developing...
Man wanted for murder in Mississippi arrested in Tennessee nearly month after shooting
A Mississippi murder suspect on the run for nearly a month has been arrested in Tennessee. Tyredius Woods has been wanted by the Greenville Police Department since the June 6 shooting of Latia Wilson on Utah Street in Greenville. Wilson was shot in the side during the shooting and died...
NCAA denies Memphis basketball guard Caleb Mills' waiver request
Memphis basketball guard Caleb Mills' request for one more season of eligibility has been denied by the NCAA, multiple sources with direct knowledge of the situation told The Commercial Appeal on Tuesday. The sources requested anonymity since they are not authorized to speak publicly on the matter. Last month, Tigers coach Penny...
Shooting in Orange Mound leaves man dead
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A shooting at a convenience store in Orange Mound Monday night left a man dead, police say. Around 10 p.m., officers say they responded to a shooting at Save-A-Stop 1 on 1461 Pendleton Street. A man was pronounced dead at the scene. MPD says the suspect’s vehicle is a white sedan.
Non-profit helps former inmates navigate life after incarceration
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 life after incarceration. Tommie Dunn Jr. was released from federal prison last year after serving fifteen years. He says finding employment after being released […]
Memphis Braces for Extreme Heat, Excessive Heat Watch in Effect for Wednesday
The National Weather Service in Memphis has issued an Excessive Heat Watch for the area, alerting residents to the potential for dangerously high temperatures on Wednesday. With the mercury set to potentially hit the high 90s and the heat index possibly climbing to a sweltering 113 degrees, the community is on high alert for the serious risk of heat-related illnesses.
FAFSA clinics available across the Mid-South
MEMPHIS, Tenn. - Tennessee is hosting clinics for college families to help with the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) application. There will be more than 60 FAFSA clinics throughout the state to help students and families complete the application process by the Aug. 1 deadline. These events are open to the public.
Poplar Towers gets new owners; Barnhart Crane goes international | Mane Street Memphis
It's been a hot minute since our last Mane Street Memphis. There have been some notable changes Downtown and throughout Shelby County. The AutoZone Skybridge, overlooking Front Street, has been officially completed. Longshot is taking its leave, and the new-look Brooks Museum is moving along to phase two. On June 27, Memphis-based...
Who is competing with Memphis football for Group of Five CFP spot? A look at top contenders
College football is less than two months away, and fans around the country are more than ready. That obviously includes Memphis football fans, who are gearing up for what is potentially the most highly anticipated season in program history. The College Football Playoff is expanding to 12 teams, and the Group of Five is guaranteed one of those spots. ...
Memphis Mayor Paul Young's first six months in office | What do Memphians think of his progress?
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — April 1 marks six months since Mayor Paul Young took office, and people are weighing in on the mayor's progress so far. “I think there’s still a lot to be desired," Memphian Gilbert Barnes Carter said. "I personally want to wait to see if he’s actually going to effectuate change.”
Intense heat returns just in time for the 4th of July
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - Mostly clear and pleasant through sunrise with lows in the low to mid 60s in out-lying areas and upper 60s to near 70 in Memphis. Winds will remain northeast at 5 mph. TUESDAY: Mostly sunny and hotter. Highs in the low to mid 90s. It will...
Construction of new Downtown Brooks Museum resumes after winning lawsuit
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - The Memphis Brooks Museum of Art won the lawsuit challenging the construction of the new downtown location. In September 2023, The Brooks Museum’s new home in Downtown Memphis was in jeopardy after litigation temporarily halted its construction. The new Memphis Brooks Museum of Art will...
Some Brentwood Place apartment tenants are still living without working air conditioning
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Some residents at a northeast Memphis apartment complex continue to live without working air conditioning. ABC24 first told you about this story last week about Brentwood Place apartments with some tenants who do not working A/C for more than two months. Management at the complex refused...
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