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FedEx: Package delays possible due to global tech outage
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - FedEx is activating contingency plans due to the ongoing global technology outage. FedEx says delays are possible for package deliveries earmarked for Friday, July19. Updates will be posted to FedEx’s Service Alerts page.
MSCS school board member drops from race for re-election
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A sitting member of the Memphis-Shelby County School Board is dropping out of the race for re-election, he announced on social media Friday, meaning the school board will have at least two new members after the Aug. 1 general election. District 7 school board member Frank...
Fun weekend events happening in Memphis
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — It’s finally Friday and you know what that means! It’s time to take a look at several of the events happening all across the greater Memphis area this weekend. The Memphis Redbirds will be playing games at Autozone Park all this weekend against the Iowa Cubs Each night you have a chance […]
BTH: Future of Christian Brothers University
Nationally, colleges and universities have seen a decline in enrollment, often called an enrollment cliff. The recent drop has been attributed to low birth rates around the time of the Great Recession, the cost of higher education vs. scholarships/financial help received, COVID-19, and more. Christian Brothers University (CBU) recently appointed...
Federal judge denies six motions to dismiss Tyre Nichols criminal case months before trial
A federal judge on July 12 denied six motions to dismiss aspects of the indictment against former Memphis police officers charged in the Tyre Nichols federal criminal case. Many of the motions were filed in January and February, with one being filed in June. Five of the six motions were filed by attorneys for Emmitt Martin III and were joined by the other defendants.
MEM moves forward with airport modernization construction project
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The reinvention of the Memphis International Airport is underway as they plan to move forward with their modernization construction project. MEM’s next steps have been released after the construction contract for the demolition of Concourse A was approved by the Memphis-Shelby County Airport Authority Board of Commissioners on Thursday. This demolition will […]
TPC Southwind golf club prepares for FedEx St. Jude championship with new attractions
MEMPHIS, Tenn — There is less than 30 days before the beginning of the FedEx St. Jude Championship, running Aug. 15-18. The crew at TPC Southwind is busy preparing for the annual golf tournament that marks the beginning of the FedEx Cup Playoffs. Thursday, the grounds held media day...
Zach Edey's Heartbreaking Seven-Word Message After Nasty Summer League Injury
Memphis Grizzlies fans were totally hyped for the return of Zach Edey after the highly-touted rookie missed the last five games due to a left ankle injury. The No. 9 overall pick of the 2024 NBA Draft returned to action on Thursday against the New Orleans Pelicans. Unfortunately, Edey's time on the ...
Memphis-Shelby County Schools, Satanic Temple settle First Amendment lawsuit. MSCS to pay $15K
In March, The Satanic Temple sued the Shelby County Board of Education, alleging that Memphis-Shelby County Schools turned a blind eye to the First Amendment and repeatedly tried to dissuade its After School Satan Club from meeting at Chimneyrock Elementary. Now, the two groups have reached a settlement, and the...
Germantown water crisis: One year later, some think twice before they drink
GERMANTOWN, Tenn. — It’s been almost one year since the Germantown Water Crisis, when diesel fuel spilled into a local reservoir, leaving the 40,000 people living in the city under an order to avoid using water for everything except flushing toilets. For about a week, the city shut down its water supply. Germantown leaders said the diesel spill […]
Former NBA Defensive Player of the Year Didn’t Hold Back on Toughest Opponent
Former NBA Defensive Player of the Year Marcus Smart recently shared his thoughts on Thursday about the toughest player to guard in the league. On the "Run Your Race" podcast, Memphis Grizzlies guard Marcus Smart discussed with Theo Pinson the most challenging NBA players to defend. The ...
Biden-Harris Administration invests nearly $394 Million for I-55 Bridge in Memphis
Biden-Harris Administration Invests Nearly $394 Million for the I-55 Bridge in Memphis, Tennessee and West Memphis, Arkansas. Bipartisan Infrastructure Law makes improvements to major bridge project in Tennessee and Arkansas. MEMPHIS – Today, as part of the Biden-Harris Administration’s Investing in America tour, Federal Highway Administrator Shailen Bhatt announced nearly...
Shelby County DA Steve Mulroy, Mayor Lee Harris update bail process after public complaints
MEMPHIS, Tenn — Shelby County District Attorney Steve Mulroy and Mayor Lee Harris announced Thursday, July 18, an update for the bail process for those accused of a crime after complaints about the process arose from the public. The announcement comes after many Memphians have questioned a system that...
VU’s Damarien Yates commits to play at Memphis
VINCENNES, Ind. – Trailblazer Damarien Yates (Somerville, Tenn.) announced earlier this week his plans to continue his basketball career in the fall by committing to play at the University of Memphis. “Memphis is home,” Yates said. “I think this is the perfect fit both academically and athletically. This Memphis...
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