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SCSO: Man stabbed trying to break up couple’s fight
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Shelby County Sheriff’s Deputies say a man was stabbed in the neck by a family friend trying to break up an argument Friday. Witnesses said Eddie Harris, 56, appeared intoxicated when he drove up to a home in the 8900 block of Armour Road and began arguing with the victim’s cousin. Witnesses […]
No charges against MPD officers after deadly shootout; use of force ‘justified,’ D.A. says
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The Shelby County District Attorney will not pursue criminal charges against Memphis Police officers involved in a shootout that ended in the death of one officer and one suspect, Steve Mulroy’s office announced Friday. “Following a swift yet thorough review conducted by our Justice Review Unit, DA Mulroy concurred with their findings […]
What's new at Carriage Crossing in Collierville? 7 spots to check out, from dance to décor
The Shops at Carriage Crossing in Collierville has welcomed several new businesses, with a few more set to open soon. The new businesses that have opened specialize in everything from home décor to dance to slime (yes, slime), while those set to open soon include a live music venue / sports bar and an indoor playground for kids. ...
Taking back our streets—Memphis residents call for an end to drg racing and street crime
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - Taking back the streets—Memphians are tired of the street takeovers, donuts and drag racing that disturb the peace and put lives in danger. Local and state efforts are underway to get a grip on these crimes, especially critical now with warmer weather and more people venturing outside.
Funeral set for toddler allegedly killed by mother in Southaven
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A visitation will be held Friday for a young girl killed in Southaven last month; her mother is now charged with capital murder. Family says two-year-old Jastiny was a sweet and loving little girl. They also say the system failed her. Jastiny’s grandmother, Towana Johnson, says she woke up on March 22 […]
Police surround house on Airways, but suspect not found
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Police surrounded a house on Airways for hours Friday as they searched for a suspect who ran from Southaven Police and allegedly barricaded himself inside a house. However, police said at 5 p.m. that the suspect wasn’t located at the house. The police crisis team began leaving the scene. Memphis Police were […]
$70K in jewelry, 540lbs of drugs seized after search warrant issued
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Two arrests have been made after an investigation into the distribution of illegal marijuana in Memphis and Olive Branch, Mississippi. Rodney McKinley, 33, was charged with Possession of a Controlled Substance with Intent to Manufacture/Deliver/ Sell Marijuana, Possession of a Firearm during the Commission of a Dangerous Felony, and Theft of a Firearm […]
Is Principle Toyota headed to Collierville? Resubmitted rezoning request finds support
A local car dealership looking to relocate to Collierville went in front of the town's planning commission again with a rezoning request. On Thursday, the Collierville Planning Commission recommended approval of Principle Toyota's resubmitted rezoning request. The vote was 4-3 with Chairman Gregory Cotton, Samina Virani, Tim Goddard and Jewel Jordan in favor of the rezoning, while Charles Green, secretary Jeremy Given and Heather Fletcher all voted against it. Alderman John Worley, a Board of Mayor Aldermen liaison for the commission, did not attend the meeting.
Why Carriage Crossing owners say entertainment is key to helping Collierville mall thrive
Correction: Centennial Real Estate was contracted to manage Carriage Crossing but did not own it. An Illinois-based firm, which specializes in retail revitalization and repurposing, has high hopes for enhancing a notable shopping mall in a Memphis suburb. In March 2023, The Shops at Carriage Crossing in Collierville was purchased in a joint venture...
Germantown Police Department investigating a series of arsons at a business park, police say
GERMANTOWN, Tenn. - Germantown police are investigating a series of arsons at a business park, police said. Investigators said fires were set in or near two businesses last weekend, and two others were targeted earlier this month. Rachel Jacques owns Reid Realtors with her husband. “When you hear there’s been...
Man wearing a wig robs Southaven credit union
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The Southaven Police Department is searching for a man who robbed a credit union Thursday afternoon. Southaven Police responded to SecurTrust Federal Credit Union on Goodman Road East at 12:18 p.m. Thursday. According to police, an armed man wearing a blonde wig robbed the credit union and fled the scene in a […]
US Marshals Nab Suspects in Tennessee and Mississippi First-Degree Murder Cases
Two alleged murderers wanted for separate slayings, have been brought to book by U.S. Marshals and local law enforcement agencies in Tennessee and Mississippi. The first, Quaverre Rogers, a 27-year-old from Southaven, Mississippi, was taken into custody in connection with a fatal shooting during the NCAA's March Madness. Hoping to quickly bring the suspect to justice, authorities have charged him with Second-Degree Murder, which was subsequently upgraded to First-Degree Murder by a grand jury, according to a press release from the U.S. Marshals.
The number of serious incidents reported in Tenn. schools is increasing. MSCS is fighting back.
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - More assaults, more guns and more bomb threats are being reported inside Tennessee Schools, according to a state report detailing threats to student and teacher safety statewide. The report shows the number of serious incidents reported last school year hit a five-year high. More than 1,200...
WATCH: Shelby County commissioner hopes summer camp can lower juvenile crime
Shelby County commissioner hopes summer camp can lower juvenile crime. Shelby County Commissioner Henri Brooks is hoping her 2nd annual District 7 Summer Camp program can help juveniles in Memphis and Shelby County stay out of trouble. With the school year winding down, parents are looking for safe spaces to send their children for the summer.
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