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Tennessee offers driver tests in only five languages. This group is trying to change that
Tennessee residents can only take drivers tests in five languages, and a group of immigrant rights activists is taking action to get that changed. The Our State, Our Languages Coalition, created by local immigrant groups in 2022 to address this specific issue, filed complaints with the U.S. Department of Justice and U.S. Department...
GALLERY: Multi-million dollar Tennessee estate up for auction
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WZTV) — A multi-million dollar estate in Middle Tennessee is going up for auction on Monday. Luxury real estate auction marketplace Interluxe Auctions will hold the sale on Monday, August 19 via their online auction portal. The home, located in Brentwood, boasts five bedrooms, six bathrooms, two half baths, floor-to-ceiling windows to take in the gorgeous views, a gourmet kitchen, movie theater, golf simulator, tennis court, 12-person Jacuzzi, and much more.
Shiloh National Military Park to celebrate 108th anniversary
One of West Tennessee's most historic parks is gearing up to celebrate more than a century of service. Shiloh National Military Park is hosting their 108th birthday celebration on August 24 starting at 10 a.m. The day will include a special ranger hike, a kids' Junior Ranger camp, cannon firing...
Nonprofit, ice cream shop host event to save second oldest sign in Tennessee
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - On Saturday, Aug. 17, many will have the chance to preserve history while simultaneously enjoying a sweet treat. Cream City Ice Cream & Coffee House, home to the second oldest sign in Tennessee, has been a beacon for Cookeville over the past 74 years. Sitting atop...
Tennessee Woman Forced to Give Birth Alone in Jail Cell Toilet…and Other News on Solitary Confinement This Week
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According to the Farmers' Almanac, Memphis could see a snowy winter this year
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — It may be mid-August, and it might feel like the low 100s outside, but it seems like the perfect time to talk about some cooler weather. This past week, the Farmers' Almanac published their winter outlook for this upcoming winter. While this can be fun to look at, especially during these hot days of summer, there are some more accurate predictions from the Climate Prediction Center we can look at as well to get a better idea of what the Winter can look like.
Man’s pickup truck burglarized in Huey’s parking lot; suspect speeds off during traffic stop, police say
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) -The Memphis Police Department has arrested and charged a man accused of breaking the windows of a vehicle and stealing the owner’s personal belongings. On August 6, officers responded to a burglary call at the Huey’s located on Winchester Road. When officers arrived, they discovered...
Nashville area weather: Friday storms could bring damaging winds, heavy rain to Middle Tennessee
The Nashville area will experience scattered thunderstorms on Friday, with the potential for damaging winds and heavy rainfall. The National Weather Service expects additional showers and storms to develop throughout the morning across Middle Tennessee then move southeastward through the area into the afternoon. "Some of these storms could become severe and produce...
ATM repair workers robbed by person armed with AK-47
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - Memphis police are investigating a robbery that happened at an ATM on Thursday morning. The robbery happened around 9:45 a.m. at a First Horizon ATM at 140 Mitchell Road. Three people, including a security guard, were at the ATM to make repairs when they were approached...
Former Judge Melissa Boyd back in jail after court order, facing harassment lawsuit
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) -Former Judge Melissa Boyd is back behind bars after a judge ordered that diversion be terminated in a harassment case brought against her. Boyd, formerly an appointed Shelby County Judge, has a history of legal troubles, including an indictment for coercion of a witness and violating bond requirements.
PGA TOUR Pro Jordan Spieth and Family Visit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Present $500,000 Jordan Spieth Family Foundation Grant
MEMPHIS, Tenn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug 14, 2024-- PGA TOUR star Jordan Spieth and his wife, Annie, kicked off FedEx St. Jude Championship week with a special visit: a personal tour of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital ® where they presented a check for $500,000 on behalf of the Jordan Spieth Family Foundation. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240814620103/en/ PGA TOUR star Jordan Spieth and his wife, Annie, kicked off FedEx St. Jude Championship week, Monday, Aug. 12, with a personal tour of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital where they presented a check for $500,000 on behalf of the Jordan Spieth Family Foundation. From left: Jordan Spieth, Annie Spieth, Laura Moses of WME; Richard C. Shadyac Jr., President and CEO of ALSAC, the fundraising and awareness organization for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. (Photo: ALSAC / St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital)
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