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Memphis using AI technology to spot potholes, may use it for code violations
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Potholes have become the bane of Memphis drivers, and an ever-present problem the city has tried to tackle. Could artificial intelligence be part of the solution? Memphis is spread out. There are 6,800 lane-miles of city streets, and for years, efforts to pave them were underfunded. Crews rely heavily on the public […]
2 critically injured in shooting on Getwell Road
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A Parkway Village shooting left a man severely injured Thursday afternoon, Memphis Police say. According to reports, officers responded to the shooting in the 2700 block of Getwell Road at 1:23 p.m. A man with an apparent gunshot wound was located on the scene and transported to Regional One in critical condition. […]
Violent night: At least five people shot since sundown Wednesday
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Despite a new report from the Memphis-Shelby Crime Commission showing a decrease in crime, Memphis Police are investigating at least 112 homicides at 116 days into the year. At least five people were shot after sunset Wednesday. Police reponded to three shootings in a span of three hours. There was little sign […]
1 critically injured after shots fired from Tesla
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — One person was left injured after suspects allegedly opened fire on several victims while driving a dark-colored Tesla Monday evening in Southeast Memphis. According to reports, officers responded to an aggravated assault call at 6:15 p.m. in the 5000 block of Apple Blossom. One person was found hit by gunfire and taken […]
Suspects caught on camera firing shots in Raleigh neighborhood
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Several men are wanted by the Memphis Police Department after they were caught on camera firing shots while running across yards in a Raleigh neighborhood. Just before 4:30 p.m. on April 21, police say they responded to an aggravated assault in the 3600 block of Ridgemont Avenue. Video surveillance showed four suspects […]
MSCS superintendent announces transition team
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The new Memphis-Shelby County Schools superintendent, Dr. Marie N. Feagins, announced her full transition team Thursday, which consists of more than 60 people. According to MSCS, the advisors will help Dr. Feagins craft and execute the District’s strategic plan. The group of local, state and national advisors will offer their expertise in […]
Trash fire leads police to Nutbush chop shop bust
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A man was arrested after police say they caught him working on a stolen vehicle at a chop shop in Nutbush. Hugo Alexander Miranda Aviles, 26, is charged with violating chop shop law, theft of property $10,000-$60,000, theft of property $2,500-$10,000, and vandalism $2,500 -$10,000. On April 24, officers responded to the […]
6 wanted for armed robberies, assaults in Midtown
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Memphis Police need your help looking for multiple suspects they say are responsible for carjacking people at gunpoint in Midtown and using their Cash App cards. Shortly before midnight on April 14, officers responded to a carjacking in the 900 block of New York Street in the Cooper-Young area. As a woman […]
Man charged with abusing woman, locking her in kennel
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Police say a woman was beaten, raped, strangled and locked in a kennel over several days by a man who is now facing a list of charges. Justin Livingston, 39, is charged with attempted second-degree murder by strangulation, aggravated rape, aggravated kidnapping and aggravated assault. Police say they met the victim at […]
Jay-Z donates boxing ring for Mississippi inmates
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Officials with the Mississippi Department of Corrections (MDOC) said they’ve developed creative ways to reduce idleness while also changing attitudes and heightening inmates’ productivity level for rehabilitation. Among them is an increased focus on sports, including basketball, boxing, flag football, and softball. According to officials, MDOC is creating sport teams based […]
Man allegedly shot in the head by his cousin at South Memphis store
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A man is in critical condition after being shot in the head by his cousin, according to Memphis Police. Wednesday night, officers responded to an aggravated assault at McLemore Food Mart in the Glenview area. The victim stated he was at the intersection of McLemore Avenue and Rayner Street when he approached […]
Shooting in Parkway Village leaves one dead
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A man was shot and killed in Parkway Village Wednesday night, Memphis Police say. Officers responded to a shooting in the 4800 block of Cloister Avenue a little before 11 p.m. A man was found and pronounced dead on the scene. MPD says this remains an ongoing investigation.
Man killed in hit-and-run on Jackson Avenue
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A man was killed after being involved in a hit-and-run on Jackson Avenue Wednesday night. According to Memphis Police, officers responded to a hit-and-run accident in the area of Jackson Avenue and Orchi Road a little before 11 p.m. A man was found and taken to Regional One, where he was later […]
Driver charged after men hang out of windows with guns: MPD
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A man is accused of recklessly driving a stolen car while multiple others hung out of the windows holding handguns. Johnathan Martin, 30, is charged with Driving While License Revoked, Evading Arrest in Auto, Evading Arrest, two counts of Disregarding Stop Sign, Theft of Property $10,000-$60,000, Reckless Endangerment with a Deadly Weapon, […]
Deported veteran dies while waiting to return home to US
"We have many Vets around the world still waiting to come home to get medical treatment, to visit family, whatever the case may be," said Vivar. "Here in Tijuana alone there are 15 to 20 Veterans, I know for a fact we got at least five that if they don't get medical care soon, they might not be with us much longer."
Cardinals top prospect Victor Scott hopes for reset with Redbirds
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — This season Victor Scott II made the jump from Double-A to the St.Louis Cardinals Opening Day roster. Now the 23-year old outfielder will try to once again prove that he belongs in the majors on a reassignment in Memphis. ” Going from to the big leagues, from Double-A, that was a big […]
Two injured in southwest Memphis shooting
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Two people were injured after a shooting in southwest Memphis Wednesday night, Memphis Police say. According to reports, at 9:19 p.m., officers responded to a call claiming that two people were shooting at each other near 8th Road and Charter Avenue. One man was transported to Regional One Hospital in critical condition. […]
1 injured, lane closed after I-40 crash involving motorcycle
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A crash on I-40 involving a motorcyclist left one person severely injured Wednesday night, according to Memphis Police. Officers responded to the two-vehicle crash at I-40 west and Appling Road just after 9 p.m. A man was transported to an area hospital in critical condition. Police are asking drivers to avoid the […]
Jordan Walker demoted to Memphis
MEMPHIS – Two of the Cardinals top prospects are now calling Memphis home. Victor Scott II was sent down from St. Louis on Sunday and on Wednesday, he was joined in the Bluff City by Jordan Walker. Walker has been demoted from the big club after struggling in St. Louis were he hit just .155 […]
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