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Man, woman arrested after death of 1-year-old, police say
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - A man and woman are arrested after the death of a one-year-old. Kiya Moore, 21, and Dejon Smith, 34, are charged with first-degree murder, aggravated child abuse and aggravated child neglect. On Saturday at 3:00 a.m., officers received a phone call about a one-year-old, Kali Moore,...
Armed Robbery in Frayser Leads to Officer-Involved Shooting and Police Chase (Video)
An armed robbery in the Frayser area of Memphis escalated into an officer-involved shooting and a police chase on Monday evening. The incident, which was captured on surveillance video, has resulted in one arrest while two suspects remain at large. Memphis Police Department (MPD) continues to investigate the situation as they search for the remaining suspects.
Memphis Braces for Final Heat Wave as Cold Front Approaches Mid-South
Memphis, TN – Memphis residents are enduring the final day of an intense heat wave, with temperatures expected to reach dangerous levels. The National Weather Service in Memphis has issued an Excessive Heat Warning and Heat Advisory for the region, in effect from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. today. Heat indices are forecasted to soar between 105 and 110 degrees, with some areas potentially exceeding 110 degrees.
First death reported in Mississippi from West Nile Virus in 2024
The Mississippi State Department of Health has confirmed the first death from a human case of West Nile Virus in the state this year. The MSDH does not provide details of the specific age, gender, or location of the death out of respect and privacy for the family, but the patient in this case had […] The post First death reported in Mississippi from West Nile Virus in 2024 appeared first on The Oxford Eagle.
2 Carat Diamond Found at Crater of Diamonds in Arkansas
A big 2-carat diamond was recently found at the Crater of Diamonds State Park in Arkansas. This find is the second-largest diamond found this year and it was found when a father and son were out on a 'Boy's Trip'. Will and Marshall Barnett, of Buckeye, Arizona, were on a...
Tennessee Ranks Among the Most Dangerous States in the Nation
In a recent study, Tennessee has found itself among the most dangerous states in the nation. In a study, US News dove into both the violent crime rates and property crime rates in all 50 states. After combing through all of the data, the outlet was able to determine how well each state fosters public safety.
Man wrecks stolen car then returns it to auto shop, police say
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - The Memphis Police Department is searching for a man they say stole a vehicle from an auto repair shop, wrecked it, then returned it. On June 30, at 8:21 a.m., officers responded to an auto theft call at 901 Tire and Auto Inc. on Summer Avenue.
A cold front will press through today bringing relief into the work week
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - For Sunday, conditions will start to be less humid as a front begins to push into the Mid-South. A stray shower or two is possible mid-morning into the afternoon but most look to stick dry. Highs will be in the low 90s. Drier air and more comfortable air is on tap for the work week ahead.
Ole Miss will lose to these teams in 2024
In the new era of the SEC, the Ole Miss Rebels are looking to emerge as one of the top programs with Lane Kiffin. After a top-10 finish and a Peach Bowl win over Penn State, there is no reason why this squad can't take that next step and potentially win the SEC.
60-Acre ‘Union Grove’ Acquisition Marks First Protection of State Endangered Tennessee Trillium
In May of 2023, the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) alerted TennGreen Land Conservancy that a 60-acre swath of land nestled in the forests of Hamblen County known as Union Grove was for sale in East Tennessee—and that the land contains some of the only populations of a Tennessee-native Trillium wildflower.
Lee, Salyers Announce 2024 Environmental Stewardship Award Winners
Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee and Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) Commissioner David Salyers announced the winners of the 2024 Governor’s Environmental Stewardship Awards. The winners will be formally recognized at an awards ceremony Oct. 18 in Franklin for their achievements and positive impact on the state’s natural...
Bartlett football surprised to find new WR Dylan Shannon already connected to QB Kam Alexander
What appears to be a new dynamic duo for Bartlett football in 2024 isn't exactly new. Junior wide receiver Dylan Shannon, a transfer from Lausanne, is a fresh weapon in the Panthers' arsenal that already includes All-State running back Geron Johnson and quarterback Kam Alexander, with whom Shannon already has chemistry. "We used to...
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