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Voters sound off on Blackburn's gubernatorial win

Memphis, TN · 1d

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Is a 90-day blackout coming? What the U.S. military’s new readiness initiative actually means

JACKSON, Tenn. (WBBJ) - Doomsday posts on social media have gained traction. They claim the nation will soon face a 90-day blackout. U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth unveiled a long-term strategic plan Sept. 30. Since then, rumors have been circulating on social media that the U.S. has released a doomsday plan.

Jackson, TN · 3d
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State Rep. Justin J. Pearson discusses District 9 election results

Shelby County, TN · 21h

WREG

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Monkey spotted at large in Crockett County

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A brown monkey is at large in Crockett County, Tennessee, after a citizen reported the sighting, deputies said. A resident told deputies that her dog would not come back inside because of a small brown monkey that was running across the field in the Brim’s Corner area, near Highway 188, Highway 88, […]

Crockett County, TN · 3d

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Three East Tennessee counties to get mental health clinicians through grant

ANDERSON COUNTY, Tenn. (WATE) — The Tennessee government plans to hire mental health clinicians to serve several rural counties using a federal grant. Tennessee plans to use part of a $10 million grant to expand its Co-located Mental Health Services at County Health Departments program into Anderson, Cumberland, Hawkins, Bradley, Coffee, Montgomery, and Tipton Counties. […]

Tennessee · 2d

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St. Jude Dream Home Returns to Collierville After 16 Years, Builder Predicts Quick Sellout

St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital — Beneficiary of Dream Home Giveaway. St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital broke ground Monday on its 2027 Memphis Dream Home in Collierville, bringing the giveaway back to the town for the first time in 16 years. Dozens of supporters gathered at The Grove at Clara’s Ridge to watch construction begin on what will be Southern Serenity Homes’ 20th Dream Home build, a milestone for a campaign that has become a fixture of Mid-South philanthropy.

Collierville, TN · 3d

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Mental Health Benches In Place In Obion County

The Obion County Prevention Coalition’s new mental health benches are in place at the Obion County Public Library. These benches feature the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline number as a reminder that support is always within reach, and that a moment to pause can make a difference. A big...

Obion County, TN · 1d

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Five Tennessee cases are part of DOJ’s nationwide election-crime announcement

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WZTV) — Federal prosecutors have charged five noncitizens in Tennessee in cases alleging they voted in federal elections or made false citizenship claims on voter-registration forms. Three cases in the Middle District of Tennessee were announced Oct. 30. Two indictments in the Western District of Tennessee were...

Tennessee · 3d

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Madison County voted surprisingly Democratic during midterm elections

"Everything's different. Everything's changing. And people's having a hard time. So put the right people in the right place," said Myra Hall, a voter in Madison County. Republican and Democratic candidates in multiple races were neck and neck Wednesday night in Madison County as ballots rolled in. In the governor’s...

Madison County, TN · 2d

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Gibson Electric: Crews continue to work as overnight outage impacts Obion County

OBION COUNTY, Tenn. — After an overnight power outage impacted more than 1,000 Obion County residents, crews worked into the early hours of the morning to restore service. In an initial alert, Gibson Electric said that 1,006 customers were impacted by the outage. "Our crews worked through the night...

Obion County, TN · 2d

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Justin Pearson accepts congressional race loss, but says “Tennessee politics will never be the same”

Democratic state Rep. Justin J. Pearson conceded the race to represent Tennessee’s 9th Congressional District Wednesday after coming in roughly 1.1% behind his Republican opponent. State Sen. Brent Taylor tallied roughly 2,500 more votes than Pearson in a district redrawn to give Republicans their best chance at flipping the...

Tennessee · 1d

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Take a Walk with Me: Local author publishes book detailing journeys around Gibson County

Local author publishes book detailing journeys around Gibson County. Gibson County native Stephen Black dreamed about a book centered around his home for fifteen years before the idea began to come to fruition. One day, on the way home from teaching a yoga class, the idea hit him clear as day: Black would take a series of walks in a circle around Gibson County and write about his experience.

Gibson County, TN · 2d

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Judge recuses herself from Shelby Co. Commissioner Will Richardson tax fraud case

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - A new judge has been assigned to oversee the case against Shelby County Commissioner Will Richardson following a recusal. According to court documents, Judge Jahari Dowdy recused herself from the case because Richardson serves as her county commissioner. The case has been reassigned to Judge James...

Shelby County, TN · 2d

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Mayor Young, other leaders attend annual Memphis Hope Summit

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — More than 800 people joined the conversation about the future of Memphis at the second annual Memphis Hope Summit. The goal of the event is not only to focus on the city’s challenges, but also on the people, ideas, and partnerships that can move the community forward. “It would not be Memphis […]

Memphis, TN · 1d

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Humboldt Exchange Club holds annual Veterans Day celebration

JACKSON, Tenn. (WBBJ) - Community members in Humboldt gathered Thursday to honor local heroes for Veterans Day. The Exchange Club held its annual celebration, kicking off the morning at the state veterans’ home with patriotic musical performances and a color guard presentation. Students and families then attended a special commemorative program at East Elementary School.

Humboldt, TN · 22h

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Jackson mayor says Sunshine violation occurred before council appoints city court judge

JACKSON, Tenn. (WBBJ) - The Jackson City Council appointed Caroline Ballentine as city court judge after multiple rounds of voting. Before the vote, a councilman made a claim that led Mayor Scott Conger to say council members committed a Sunshine violation. Claim made before the vote. Councilman J.P. Stovall, who...

Jackson, TN · 2d

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When is next Shelby County election? Here's when, what will be on the ballot

Editor's note: This story has been updated with information about the Collierville alderman races. Shelby County's next election is a few months away. Election Day ballots have been tallied, and the highly anticipated races for U.S. Congress , Tennessee governor and state house seats were decided by voters. But for voters in Collierville, there are still a few races to be decided. The Collierville alderman positions 1 and 2 races are headed for a runoff election. In Position 1 , Tim Goddard and incumbent Charles Hall advanced to the runoff. In Position 2 , Steve Christensen and incumbent Jewel Jordan also move on to a runoff. The runoff elections will be held in December, but a date has not been set yet. Will there be elections in 2027? After that, for Memphians, another critical election is just around the corner. The City of Memphis will hold its next election Oct. 7, 2027, where voters could spur a shakeup of city government. Voters will vote for mayor , and every seat on the Memphis City Council is up for grabs. Three municipal judge positions will also be on the ballot. Sitting Memphis Mayor Paul Young is entering the final year of

Shelby County, TN · 2d

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Germantown mayor-elect announces transition team

GERMANTOWN, Tenn. (WMC) - Germantown’s newly elected mayor announced his transition team Wednesday. Tony Salvaggio’s nine-member transition team comprises selected local professionals and community stakeholders. The team will focus on seven areas of municipal responsibility. Transition team members. John Bobango - Compliance/Legal. Lou Correale - Public Safety. Tony...

Germantown, TN · 2d

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Jackson swears in Judge Ballentine, mayor calls Sunshine Law review

Jackson Mayor Scott Conger has officially sworn in Caroline Ballentine as City Court judge following her appointment by the city council. During the ceremony, the late Judge Blake Anderson’s wife was present for photos, bringing his Bible, gavel, and robe to honor his memory and legacy on the bench.

Jackson, TN · 2d

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Dr. Joe Londino wins Madison County School Board special election

Voters have filled the vacant seat on the Madison County School Board. Marcia Moss, who passed away in July, was posthumously re-elected, creating the vacancy. Dr. Joe Londino won the special election to fill the seat, defeating opponent Larry Greer by a vote of 4,080 to 2,981. Londino spoke to...

Madison County, TN · 2d