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Whitehaven's St. Paul Catholic School Opens First New Campus in 60 Years

St. Paul Catholic School in Whitehaven has unveiled an $18 million campus expansion that boosts its enrollment capacity by 36%, marking the first new campus construction at the South Memphis school in 60 years. The milestone was celebrated with a ribbon-cutting ceremony Friday at the school's campus on E Shelby Drive.

Memphis, TN · 15h

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Shelby County utility assistance program applications open Monday for eligible residents

MEMPHIS, Tenn. - Shelby County utility assistance applications open Monday. Residents who need help paying their utility bills can begin applying for assistance starting Monday, November 16, 2026, when the LIHEAP application portal opens. The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program, known as LIHEAP, helps qualifying households cover the cost...

Shelby County, TN · 1d

The Commercial Appeal

U of M president tried to enrich himself from foundation, lawsuit says

Bill Hardgrave, the president of the University of Memphis , attempted to use University of Memphis Foundation funds to enrich himself, a federal lawsuit filed by the Foundation's former CEO alleged. Holly E. Ford, the former CEO of the University of Memphis Foundation, filed a lawsuit alleging she was wrongfully terminated after attempting to expose Hardgrave's efforts to use Foundation funds to enrich himself and gain control over the organization. The lawsuit was filed Nov. 13 in the Western District of Tennessee. Over the course of two years, Ford observed Hardgrave attempt to exercise control over the Foundation, putting the Foundation's status as a legally separate non-profit entity in jeopardy, the lawsuit alleged. Ford reported this to the board and legal counsel of the Foundation, legal counsel for the university and external financial auditors on multiple occasions and was terminated as a result, the lawsuit alleged. Hardgrave took office April 1, 2022. The university did not immediately return a request for comment. Hardgrave tried to procure life insurance, lawsuit alleges In October and November 2022, Hardgrave attempted to procure a split-dollar life insurance policy from the Foundation, according to the lawsuit. Under a split-dollar policy, an employer lends an executive

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Memphis Army Vet's Trial Set for April in Fatal Shooting of Homeless Man

A trial date has finally been set for Karl Loucks, the Army veteran accused of gunning down a homeless man outside a Downtown Memphis hotel in 2024. Loucks, 43, is scheduled to stand trial on Monday, April 5, 2027, on a first-degree murder charge in the death of 37-year-old Shaun Rhea, who was shot and killed outside the Courtyard by Marriott on North Front Street before 3 a.m. on May 31, 2024.

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Memphis Man Accused of Stalking Woman a Week Before Mercedes Robbery

A 24-year-old man is facing robbery and theft charges after Shelby County deputies say he and a cousin spent nearly a week watching a Southeast Memphis woman and her Mercedes before making their move, an attack that left her struck by a car door, knocked to the ground, and robbed of her purse, phone-locating app, and ultimately her vehicle.

Memphis, TN · 3d

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West Memphis Trooper Ends 110 MPH Mustang Chase With Median Crash

A silver 2013 Ford Mustang blew past traffic at 106 mph in a 65 mph zone on eastbound I-40 near West Memphis early on November 6, then kept accelerating to roughly 110 mph before slamming into a concrete median barrier during a trooper's attempt to stop it. The driver, identified as 25-year-old Rico A. Tate of Lebanon, Tennessee, was taken into custody and booked on felony fleeing and drug possession charges, among others.

West Memphis, AR · 22h

WREG

Large fire near downtown Memphis ruled undetermined

EDITOR’S NOTE: This story has been updated with new information fire crews have released regarding the fire. MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Coleman Taylor Transmission building in the Edge District near downtown Memphis was on fire Friday afternoon, and fire crews still do not know why. The Memphis Fire Department says they responded to the fire call […]

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Memphis pastor launches 30 days of gratitude campaign

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Like any city, Memphis has its set of challenges, which can often create room for negativity. But the pastor of a local church hopes to change that with a community campaign this month. Stories of crime and violence can often paint Memphis in a negative light. In fact, that’s one of the […]

Memphis, TN · 2d

WREG

MPD: Fast food order leads to brawl, gun threat

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A woman is facing an assault charge after she allegedly attacked a fast-food restaurant employee over an order. Police said on October 29, Jakerauhnna Williams,19, jumped the counter at the Burger King in the 5000 block of Winchester and began hitting an employee. Investigators said it all began when a male customer […]

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Illinois Homicide: Tennessee Man Charged 4 Years After Baby Dies at I-57

A 2-month-old boy died after suffering a traumatic head injury near Interstate 57 in 2022.

Monee, IL · 2d

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Ford Jr. must report to prison by Dec. 3

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Former Shelby County Commissioner Edmund Ford Jr. has exactly three weeks to surrender to federal prison to serve his tax evasion sentence. He’ll serve that two-year sentence at a minimum-security prison on the grounds of Maxwell Air Force Base in Montgomery, Alabama. Ford Jr. has until 2 in the afternoon on Dec. […]

Shelby County, TN · 2d

The Commercial Appeal

8 Memphis-area pies worthy of your Thanksgiving table

Thanksgiving dinner might be all about the turkey, dressing and cranberry sauce, but let's be honest: The dessert table is where things get really interesting… and dangerously delicious. There may be no tougher Thanksgiving decision than choosing between cherry, chocolate silk or classic pumpkin pie. That's why we've included a little bit of everything in this Thanksgiving pie roundup. From old-fashioned Southern hallmarks to creamy, decadent heavy hitters, Mid-South bakers are turning out pies worthy of a spot at any holiday gathering. And it’s not just bakeries. We even found a standout at a Memphis barbecue institution . Traveling from Downtown and Binghampton to Arlington and Olive Branch, here are eight pies worth indulging in this Thanksgiving. THANKSGIVING TO GO IN MEMPHIS: Where to preorder Thanksgiving meals in Memphis, from turkeys to sides Cherry Pie at Crave Sweets Bake Shop 11615 U.S. 70, #107, Arlington | cravesweetshop.com There's something especially appealing about a cherry pie on a Thanksgiving dessert table. It's a little unexpected among all the pumpkin, pecan and sweet potato, but its bright fruit flavor makes a nice counterpoint to the richer, heavier desserts. Crave Sweets Bake Shop in Arlington is a locally owned bakery specializing in custom

Memphis, TN · 2d

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Riverboat that sails through Memphis struck by tanker in New Orleans; rescues underway

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - A riverboat that sails through Memphis was struck by a tanker while docked in New Orleans Friday, prompting a rescue operation on the Mississippi River. The American Cruise Lines vessel American Heritage was docked outside Port of New Orleans Place when the tanker Atlantic Asphalt collided with it around 12:30 p.m., according to the Port of New Orleans.

New Orleans, LA · 1d

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MEM, FedEx issue statements after national ground stoppage ends

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - The Frederick W. Smith International Airport (MEM), along with FedEx, has issued a statement following a nationwide ground stoppage of air travel. 7:58 PM UPDATE: The Memphis Airport provided the following statement: “The FAA has lifted the ground stop affecting all airports nationwide. While flights can resume at this point, passengers should check directly with their airlines for scheduling updates throughout the weekend.”

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Man gets 30 years for killing Main Event security guard

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A former security guard was sentenced to 30 years in prison Monday for the fatal shooting of his coworker at Main Event back in 2024. According to the Shelby County District Attorney’s Office, Richard Lewis pled guilty to second-degree murder in the shooting death of James Earl Redmon. He is expected to […]

Memphis, TN · 2d

The Daily South

This Memphis Restaurant Is Serving Scratch-Made Ramen With A Southern Accent

Memphis, Tennessee, gets big accolades for its barbecue—and for good reason. This city’s smoky pork, bold sauces, and dry rubs give it a distinguished place in the national barbecue conversation, but that’s not all that the city has to offer on a culinary level. In recent years,...

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From Freeze to 70: Memphis Thaws Out as Sunny Streak Fuels Drought Worries

Memphis is waking up to clear skies Saturday, as an areawide freeze is forecast to bring lows in the upper 20s to lower 30s. A brief cold snap will give way to a much milder pattern. The city should stay dry through the week, and afternoon highs are expected to climb from the low 50s this weekend to about 71 degrees by Friday.

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Welcome Back: Mud Island Amphitheater Sets Concert Series

Repairs are well underway at the Mud Island Amphitheater as organizers plan to reactivate the space for music and entertainment. Jerred Price, president of the Downtown Neighborhood Association of Memphis (DNA), says the “Comeback Concert Series” is planned for April at the amphitheater. The Memphis City Council approved $150,000 in funding towards repairs in September.

Memphis, TN · 3d

Country Herald

Tennessee Weather Alert: Memphis Frost Monday, Nov. 15-19

Memphis faces patchy frost early Tuesday as temperatures fall near 36 degrees before a midweek warmup.

Memphis, TN · 4h

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