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3 Memphis men sentenced to total of 66 years in prison, US Attorney says
MEMPHIS, Tenn. - Three Memphis men have been sentenced to a total of 66 years in federal prison after pleading guilty to three carjackings and three business robberies from 2022, according to United States Attorney Kevin G. Ritz. Jeremiah Jones, Kevontae Harper, and James Payne all plead guilty to three...
Victims fight to keep suspected car thief in jail
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Nearly two weeks after a vintage 1950s Chevy was stolen from a garage in East Memphis, the owners went to court to prevent the teenage suspect’s bond from being reduced. Carmine Boyd, 18, was locked up on a $50,000 bond after he was charged with several counts of theft, unlawful possession of […]
Postal worker robbed on Memphis route; $150K reward offered for info
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The United States Postal Inspection Service is offering a reward for information leading to the two suspects responsible for robbing a USPS mail carrier in Memphis. According to reports, around 12:15 p.m. Saturday, the mail carrier was out on his route when he was approached and robbed by two men in the […]
CBID shifts efforts on downtown Fort Smith projects
Commissioners with the Fort Smith Central Business Improvement District (CBID) are rethinking projects to fund to improve downtown. Part of the plan shift could include lighting under the Garrison Avenue bridge. MAHG Architecture presented a blueprint for a better downtown on April 11 to a group of about 100 at...
East Fayetteville restricts water usage to prevent shortage
The city of Fayetteville’s water and sewage division recently announced new water-use restrictions in certain parts of the city as an attempt to combat potential shortages from now until September. Assistant operations manager for Fayetteville water and sewage Aaron Watkins said these restrictions come in response to the rapid growth of the area.
Mullins Station clerk’s office back open
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A potential roadblock is moved for some Memphis and Shelby County Auto Dealers and customers trying to get car titles and registrations. Last week, Shelby County Clerk Wanda Halbert said services for car dealers would temporarily move to the downtown office for the rest of the week because of “unforeseen facility circumstances.” Monday, Halbert reopened the […]
MPD searching for suspects involved in attempted robbery, shooting
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Memphis Police are searching for three suspects they say participated in an armed robbery that ended with a man getting shot. On July 14 at 2:44 p.m., officers responded to a robbery in the 3800 block of Lamar Avenue. Officers were told that a male victim was shot during an attempted robbery […]
Man convicted of voluntary manslaughter after killing co-worker, DA's office says
MEMPHIS, Tenn. - A man was convicted of voluntary manslaughter after killing a co-worker in 2021, the Shelby County District Attorney's Office said. After a five day trial Dorsey was convicted of voluntary manslaughter and tampering with evidence in a shooting that occurred on May 12, 2021, the DA's office said.
Golfing with a high-tech twist at Cartpath Social
LOWELL, Ark. — The Around the Corner crew swung on over to Cartpath Social, a hobby golfing entertainment center in Lowell with a high-tech twist. The center has four bays with golfing simulators that track the speed, angle, direction, and power of player's swings to simulate the path of the ball. The simulators also host recreations of some of the most famous courses in the world.
Main library closed after apparent suicide
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The Benjamin Hooks Library on Poplar Avenue closed for the remainder of the day Monday after police responded to what they said appeared to be a suicide inside the building. A witness at the scene reported on X that they saw a man who had fallen from an upper floor inside the […]
Updated Arkansas basketball offers for 2025 recruiting class
July has been a very busy month for John Calipari and his Arkansas coaching staff. There have been live evaluation periods each of the last two weekends as coaches attended some of the biggest grassroots events of the year to watch top prospects for 2025 and beyond. That means updates are needed to the Razorbacks official offer list.
Live coverage: Geoff Calkins at Phase 2 Simmons Liberty Stadium
Live coverage: Geoff Calkins at Phase 2 Simmons Liberty Stadium Live coverage: Geoff Calkins at Phase 2 Simmons Liberty Stadium Live coverage: Geoff Calkins at Phase 2 Simmons Liberty Stadium Live coverage: Geoff Calkins at Phase 2
Digital Desk: Talking to children about traumatic events
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) -Following the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump, families, especially those with children, may have felt additional stress. Many parents are looking for healthy, effective methods to communicate to their kids about what happened. Lindsay Pate, a clinical expert, visits the Digital Desk to provide advice...
Investigation underway on Fairview Street in Conway
CONWAY, Ark. — Conway police have advised residents to stay clear of the 600 block of Fairview Street while officials conduct an investigation. At this time, there is no information on the nature of the investigation or whether an incident occurred in the area. This investigation is ongoing. We...
‘Broken Trail’ Movie Being Filmed in Arkansas
According to several sources, an independent Western film, “Broken Trail,” is being filmed in Van Buren. “Broken Trail” is directed by Johnny Remo and produced by Skipstone Pictures. Reminiscent of the Wild West, the movie is set on the backdrop of the Arkansas River Valley, with freshly laid dirt coating the streets of Van Buren’s downtown.
Arson blamed for Orange Mound apartment fire that caused $250K in damage, MFD says
MEMPHIS, Tenn. - A vacant apartment building in Orange Mound went up in flames early Monday morning, causing $250,000 in damage and leading investigators to believe the fire was intentionally set. The fire was reported just after 3:15 a.m. Monday on the 2800 block of Washington Square Drive, according to...
Baptist Health Community Outreach to host free immunization clinics for back-to-school
LITTLE ROCK (KATV) — With the return to school just on the horizon, it is important that all are up to date on immunizations required by state law. To ensure these immunizations are available to all, Baptist Health Community Outreach is hosting multiple opportunities for free back-to-school shots. Immunizations...
Jerry Jones in federal court for case against woman claiming to be his daughter
TEXARKANA — Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones arrived at a federal court in Texarkana Monday morning for a paternity case he has been fighting for the last two years. Jones countersued Alexandra Davis for breach of contract after she publicly claimed he was her father. The settlement contract was with her mother, Cynthia Davis, going back to the late 1990s.The trial will be centered around Jones' counterclaim."[Jones] knows he's the father. Now he's being vindictive because his 'real family' has been hurt," said Jay Gray, Alexandra Davis' attorney. "Mr. Jones is a bully, and he's bullying his daughter in this lawsuit....
Teen arrested for kidnapping that ended in chase, crash
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A teen was arrested and charged with kidnapping after police say he tied a man up in his car and threatened him for money. Adrian Starks, 18, was charged with robbery, kidnapping, evading arrest to wit: vehicle, evading arrest to wit: foot, and no driver’s license. His bond has not been set. […]
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