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MPD assistant chief Shawn Jones still voting in Georgia
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Mayor Paul Young spoke to hundreds of Memphis Police Department officers in January shortly after his inauguration. The nearly hour and a half long recording obtained by ABC24 had a variety of topics covered during the conversation, but one officer asked a particular question. Are now-interim...
West Tennessee volunteers return home from Costa Rica
JACKSON, Tenn. — Students from Bruceton, Huntingdon, Camden and Memphis discovered that summer in the U.S. means rainy season in steamy tropical Costa Rica. But armed with serving hearts and good senses of humor, participants in the latest Global Citizen Adventure Corps program overcame the weather and interacted with children who needed their attention, erected a fence and secured habitats for animals needing protection, and even squeezed in a lesson in softball.
Memphis-Shelby County Schools appoints new assistant superintendent
Memphis-Shelby County Schools (MSCS) Superintendent Marie Feagins has appointed 25-year education veteran Janice Tankson as the district’s new superintendent of schools, a Monday announcement said. According to a district news release emailed to Tennessee Firefly, Tankson will oversee the Office of Teaching and Learning, Special Programs- Family Engagement, Advanced...
D.A.’s office cracking down on drag racing as new TN law kicks in
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Two men are facing charges after police connected them to a car driving recklessly, and the arrests come as a new law has kicks in, making drag racing a felony in Tennessee. Drag racing, driving erratically, and street takeovers are sights and sounds many Memphians are tired of seeing. Memphis Police told […]
Mabry's Story: St. Jude Mission lives on in the stories of former patients
MEMPHIS Tn. (WKYT) - Tickets are on sale now for a chance to win this year’s St. Jude Dream Home being built in Lexington. This year, we hope to raise $800,000 for St. Jude and the families it serves. Recently WKYT’s Amber Philpott was able to travel to Memphis...
Former Memphis basketball star denied waiver request by NCAA
The Memphis Tigers will not get another season of eligibility for guard Caleb Mills, who had his appeal denied by the NCAA according to The Commercial Appeal on Tuesday. Memphis coach Penny Hardaway indicated the school applied for a medical hardship waiver for Mills after he suffered a season-ending knee injury in early January, which limited him to just 14 games on the year. However, according to NCAA rules a medical hardship waiver can only be applied if a player appeared in 30% or less of a team’s scheduled games – and Mills appeared in about 44% for the Tigers this past...
Memphis area researchers awarded $308,000 grant to study dystonia treatments
MEMPHIS, Tenn. - Researchers at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center have been awarded a $308,000 grant from the Department of Defense to study treatments for dystonia, the university said in a statement today. Dr. Mohammed Moshahid Khan, PhD, principal investigator and associate professor in the Department of Neurology...
5 Arts Organizations to Support This Summer in Memphis
Thanks to its vibrant arts community, Memphis is a city bursting with creativity and culture. This summer, show your support for these five outstanding arts organizations that enrich the city with their diverse programs and initiatives. Curious about what’s going on at all of these organizations and more? Be sure to check out the Art for All Art Hub for events and more!
Memphis women's basketball to host Louisville at FedExForum in 2024-25
The Memphis women's basketball team will host a non-conference game against Louisville at FedExForum in 2024-25, the program announced Tuesday. The former conference mates will square off on Dec. 21, as part of a basketball doubleheader with Penny Hardaway's Tigers, who are scheduled to face Mississippi State the same day. Tip-off time...
Digital Desk: 1st New potential PTSD treatment in 25 Years
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - For the first time in 25 years, a new investigational treatment could be made available for the more than 13 million Americans suffering from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. Dr. Loree Sutton, psychiatrist, retired military officer, and brigadier general who served in the United States Army will talk...
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.
Navigating extreme heat risks this summer
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) -Outdoor Fourth of July celebrations are just around the corner and record-breaking temperatures are making people feel the heat as a result of the current Heat Dome. According to the NOAA and National Weather Service, portions of Memphis are under a heat danger advisory on Saturday. According...
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.
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...
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.
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.
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 […]
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