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Bank teller accused of stealing $18K from 96-year-old man
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A former bank teller is facing multiple theft charges after he allegedly used CashApp to steal thousands of dollars from a 96-year-old man. Demeries Brooks, 21, has been charged with theft of property $10,000-$60,000, financial exploitation of an elderly/vulnerable person, identity theft and forgery $10,000-$60,000 after police say he stole over $18,000 […]
Former county judge Melissa Boyd back in jail
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Former Shelby County judge Melissa Boyd is back in jail. Online records show her booked into the Shelby County jail Wednesday on a misdemeanor charge of harassment. The victim in that case said the former judge violated her agreement to stay away from her, saying Boyd completed her inpatient addiction treatment, and […]
So far, so quiet for the 2024 Severe Weather Season in the Mid-South
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - If you thought this severe weather season has been relatively quiet in Memphis and the Mid-South, you would be correct in your assumption. Tornado warnings are very low as we round out the month of April in comparison to previous years. In the data plot below,...
SCSO: Nurse attacked by inmate at 201 Poplar
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — An inmate physically assaulted a nurse over the weekend at 201 Poplar, according to the Shelby County Sheriff’s Office. The Mid-South nurse and mother of two is now speaking out saying she is still traumatized after the assault. She wants to share her story hoping it can prevent another nurse from experiencing […]
MSCS superintendent lays out nearly $2B in desired improvements to district
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - Memphis-Shelby County Schools Superintendent Dr. Marie Feagins presented the district’s budget for the 2025 fiscal year on Wednesday. She outlined a number of different goals and initiatives the district wants to tackle over the next few years, and what it’s going to cost. The total preliminary budget is nearly $2 billion.
16-year-old boy found near the road, shot in Munford, police say
MUNFORD, Tenn. - A 16-year-old boy was found lying near the road with a gunshot wound, according to the Munford Police Department. Munford Police said the shooting happened around 8:39 a.m. in the area of Wordan Way and Munford Avenue. Officers said the 16-year-old boy with a gunshot wound to...
Coaches reflect after death of Bartlett cross country runner Gabe Higginbottom
Bartlett High's senior cross country runners were being honored April 26 at their final home competition as high school students. What had been meant as a celebration was suddenly filled with sadness and tears as the final senior, Gabriel Higginbottom, was announced, followed by a moment of silence. Higginbottom, who...
A fugitive man caught by US Marshalls and Shelby County Fugitive Unit, officials say
MEMPHIS, Tenn. - A fugitive man has finally been caught after being on the run, officials said. 40-year-old, Marcus Terell Fayne led Tipton County deputies on a chase where 14 deputies tried to stop him and arrest him on felony warrants but lost sight of him and ended the pursuit, officials said.
Restaurant Inspection Scores, April 23-29
Newest Restaurant Report Card | If you want the latest Shelby County restaurant scores sent directly to your inbox, sign up for it today on WREG’s Newsletter here. Each week WREG is rounding up the highest and lowest scores from Shelby County restaurant inspections. Find more restaurant scores from Shelby County and other Tennessee counties here. Lowest Scores: Sen Trang […]
Tennessee must respect and elevate the rights of crime victims and pass Marsy's Law
Shelby County Sheriff Floyd Bonner: Honor the bravery and resilience of crime victims by pledging your support for Marsy’s Law. Shelby County Sheriff Floyd Bonner Jr. was sworn into office as the 47th sheriff of Shelby County in 2018. He was re-elected as sheriff on August 4, 2022. In...
Community mourns loss of Bartlett student-athlete Gabriel Higginbottom
BARTLETT, Tenn. (WMC) - The Bartlett High School community is mourning the loss of cross country runner Gabriel Higginbottom, a beloved senior who passed away Friday, April 26. His cause of death has not been released. According to the Bartlett Touchdown Club, Gabriel always wore a smile and loved with...
MSCS teachers seeing increase in paychecks after $28 million budget approval
MEMPHIS, Tenn. - Memphis Shelby County Schools teachers are seeing their paychecks continue to grow. Last night FOX13 told you the school board approved a new salary schedule that invests more than $28 million in teacher pay. However, many teachers say they are underpaid and often overworked. MSCS leaders are...
Man accused of stealing utilities from MLGW
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A man was taken into custody on Sunday after police say he was caught stealing utilities from MLGW. Jacquose Bonds, 53, is charged with theft of services $1,000-$2,500, destroying/interfering with a utility line, and cruelty to animals. Just before 4 p.m. Sunday, officers responded to a call from Memphis Light, Gas, and […]
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