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Stolen Lexus Crashes During Police Chase in Memphis, Four Hospitalized
Four individuals were injured in Parkway Village when a stolen Lexus, in an attempt to elude police officers, crashed into a Lincoln Town Car at the intersection of Thousand Oaks and American Way yesterday afternoon, according to Memphis Police Department statements. WREG reports that while the Lincoln's driver was not seriously injured, two of the Lexus's occupants were listed in critical condition after being taken to the hospital, with a third suffering non-critical injuries.
Non-Con Preview: the Memphis Tigers
Missouri announced their entire schedule on Tuesday August 20th. And if you’ve read this blog in the past, you know SEC previews are coming, but first we wanted to spend a little time looking at the non conference slate. So here is the announced non conference schedule:. Nov 4...
Community Foundation To Support Black Nonprofits in Give 8/28 Campaign
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Sources say the DNC has removed the ‘Tennessee Three’ from Thursday night’s speaker lineup
According to sources, the “Tennessee Three” will not be speaking at the Democratic National Convention on Thursday night, as confirmed by WSMV4. Rep. Justin Pearson, D-Memphis, Rep. Justin Jones, D-Nashville, and Rep. Gloria Johnson, D-Knoxville, had been slated to address the DNC on Thursday night, coinciding with Vice President Kamala Harris’ acceptance of her party’s presidential nomination.
Woman allegedly tries to have stepdad killed; man shot multiple times
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A man was severely injured in a shooting at a Cordova home Thursday night, police say. According to reports, officers responded to the shooting at a home in the 1100 block of Dove Hollow Circle around 7 p.m., where a man was found with numerous gunshot wounds. He was taken to Regional […]
Memphis houses most overvalued in country, data shows
MEMPHIS, Tenn.– Memphis has the lowest median home prices in the country but also the most overvalued, according to one real estate website. Carl Purifoy, a Redfin agent in Memphis, said Redfin’s latest data shows the median sale price of a home in Memphis is $190,000. In a list of cities with the most overvalued […]
MLGW monthly bills are going up
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Memphis Light, Gas, and Water says residential customers can expect a monthly increase of about $4. MLGW announced on X that the TVA board voted Thursday to enact a FY25 5.25% base rate increase to provide the needed resources to meet demand and load growth. MLGW did not say when the increase […]
Man arrested after carjacking in Westwood turns deadly, records show
MEMPHIS, Tenn. - A man was arrested after shooting and killing a driver during a carjacking in Westwood, records show. Kylan Johnson was charged with first-degree murder in a deadly shooting that happened Tuesday, Aug. 20, according to his arrest affidavit. No bond was set for the 23-year-old. Memphis Police...
Judge finds man guilty of killing girlfriend, unborn child
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A man accused of killing his 19-year-old girlfriend and unborn baby in 2020 has been found guilty of murder, according to the Shelby County District Attorney’s Office. Joshua Dotson, 24, was found guilty of two counts of first-degree murder after a verdict was reached on Thursday. During the three-day trial, at least […]
Gun violence in America: The root causes and the importance of data for prevention strategies
Gun violence in most cities in America has been trending downward, but the COVID-19 pandemic has caused a spike in homicides, and poverty, mass incarceration, and disenfranchisement are the structural issues that lead to gun violence. The post Gun violence in America: The root causes and the importance of data for prevention strategies appeared first on The Atlanta Voice.
Fun weekend events happening in Memphis
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — It’s finally Friday, so it’s time to take a look at several events happening across the greater Memphis area this weekend. There is something for everyone to do, let’s get started with the Memphis Redbirds. They have home games all this weekend against the Charlotte Knights. Friday night is for the kids […]
Les Passees women’s volunteer organization and annual Stock Exchange
Host Jeremy C. Park talks with Karyn Whittington, 2024 President of Les Passees, Inc., who highlights the women’s volunteer organization that provides advocacy and support to enhance the quality of life for children and their families in the Memphis area. During the interview, Karyn talks about the organization’s legacy...
Arrest made after $61K worth of TVs stolen in train heist
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A second arrest has been made involving over $61,000 worth of TVs being stolen from a train in Midtown nearly two months ago. Pierre Smith, 30, is charged with burglary of a building, theft of property $60,000-$250,000, and destroying/interfering with a utility line. Smith is being held in jail on a $200,000 […]
Wild statistic serves as great reminder of why Grizzlies need Marcus Smart
A little over a year ago, the Memphis Grizzlies made a bold and daring move to trade for guard, Marcus Smart from the Boston Celtics. An acquisition many initially praised and highlighted as being influenced by the win-now mentality of the franchise, the veteran was seen as a highly seasoned talent who could add to Grind City's already menacing defensive unit and as someone who could provide much-needed wisdom and experience to their very talented, albeit rather green roster.
‘I’m glad to be here’: Mayor Paul Young represents Bluff City at the DNC
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - As the Democratic National Convention wraps up Thursday night, Memphis’ very own Mayor Paul Young was in attendance taking it all in. The mayor was asked how he thought the DNC went this year and was not at a loss for words. “It’s been incredible,”...
Sam Cooper Blvd. moving smoothly following car crash
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - A multi-vehicle crash caused traffic Friday morning. Traffic is clear at this time. Memphis Police dispatch said officers made the scene of a car crash around 6:30 a.m. on Sam Cooper Boulevard and Perkins Road. It is unclear if anyone was injured.
PURE Academy names Memphis Tiger, former NBA star Shawne Williams as head basketball coach
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - Former Memphis Tiger and NBA star Shawne Williams has been named new head basketball coach at PURE Academy. The former Hamilton High star played for the Tigers for one season, before deciding to leave early for the NBA draft. The Indiana Pacers selected Williams with the...
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