Thursday, May 23 2013 11:56 PM EDT2013-05-24 03:56:10 GMT
(WMC-TV) - A Mid-South community grieves the loss of a seven-year-old girl who was hit a killed by a truck while riding her bike. Neighbor Rosie Donald lives down the street from where it happened in aMore >>
A Mid-South community grieves the loss of a seven-year-old girl who was hit a killed by a truck while riding her bike.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 11:55 PM EDT2013-05-24 03:55:47 GMT
(WMC-TV) - In Oklahoma, many residents are still cleaning up and trying to put their lives back together. An EF-5 tornado tore through Moore Monday, ripping apart the strip mall where Jim Fields spendsMore >>
In Oklahoma, many residents are still cleaning up and trying to put their lives back together.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 11:52 PM EDT2013-05-24 03:52:34 GMT
(WMC-TV) - The Memphis Police Department director said idle threats are uncalled for between his employees. Toney Armstrong discussed the firings of two officers accused of threatening comments to fellowMore >>
The Memphis Police Department director said idle threats are uncalled for between his employees.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 11:36 PM EDT2013-05-24 03:36:25 GMT
(WMC-TV) - Memphian Kris Thomas is home adjusting to life away from NBC's "The Voice" stage and constant rehearsals. He took the long flight back to his hometown of Memphis Wednesday, and Thursday he wasMore >>
Memphian Kris Thomas is home adjusting to life away from NBC's "The Voice" stage and constant rehearsals.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 11:15 PM EDT2013-05-24 03:15:03 GMT
(WMC TV) - PROJECT GREEN FORK RESTAURANT OF THE MONTH: Fuel Cafe, 1761 Madison Ave., Midtown Memphis, (901) 725-9025 Fuel Cafe's new Spring/Summer menu is a new dedication -- to vegetation. HealthyMore >>
Where's the beef? It takes a back seat for the summer at Andy's Project Green Fork Restaurant of the Month!More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 10:02 PM EDT2013-05-24 02:02:33 GMT
(WMC-TV) - Growl Towels are a symbol of Grizz Nation, and are seen waving on televisions across the county. The makers of the iconic towels work out of Nashville. "Something Inked" said it is an amazingMore >>
Growl Towels are a symbol of Grizz Nation, and are seen waving on televisions across the county.More >>
The magazine's health experts brief Andy Wise on the risks of beef that's been tenderized by machines before it's shipped to stores and restaurants.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 7:42 PM EDT2013-05-23 23:42:59 GMT
(WMC-TV) - It is going to be the biggest private company renovation in Whitehaven since Graceland was remodeled. This time, it is Kroger making the changes. Changes to the tune of $5 million. In justMore >>
It is going to be the biggest private company renovation in Whitehaven since Graceland was remodeled. This time, it is Kroger making the changes. Changes to the tune of $5 million.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 7:32 PM EDT2013-05-23 23:32:52 GMT
(WMC-TV) - Twelve lawsuits were filed Thursday against Memphis-based Medtronic after lawyers say the company illegally promoted a popular product used in spinal fusion surgeries. The product is calledMore >>
Twelve lawsuits were filed Thursday against Memphis-based Medtronic after lawyers say the company illegally promoted a popular product used in spinal fusion surgeries.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 7:18 PM EDT2013-05-23 23:18:35 GMT
(WMC-TV) - How often do you use your cell phone in one day? Probably more than you can count and for many, cell phones replaced home phones. But when the tornado hit Moore, cell phone signals were downMore >>
When the tornado hit Moore, cell phone signals were down and Verizon Wireless stepped in to help with some volunteers from the Mid-South.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 7:16 PM EDT2013-05-23 23:16:05 GMT
(WMC-TV) - The Memphis mayor said the weekend will be all grit, grind, and shine. While it is mostly about basketball, there are several reasons all eyes are on Memphis this weekend. Outside the PresbyterianMore >>
The Memphis mayor said the weekend will be all grit, grind, and shine. While it is mostly about basketball, there are several reasons all eyes are on Memphis this weekend.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 6:45 PM EDT2013-05-23 22:45:01 GMT
(WMC-TV) - A baby fights to survive at Le Bonheur Children's Hospital in critical condition after being hit by an SUV with his mother behind the wheel, according to police. An orange circle marks the pointMore >>
A baby fights to survive at Le Bonheur Children's Hospital in critical condition after being hit by an SUV with his mother behind the wheel, according to police.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 6:26 PM EDT2013-05-23 22:26:46 GMT
(WMC-TV) - The Tipton County Sheriff's Office continues to search for a man who reportedly went missing with his motorcycle Wednesday. Michael Olin Holland, Jr., 32, was last seen wearing his work uniformMore >>
The Tipton County Sheriff's Office continues to search for a man who reportedly went missing with his motorcycle Wednesday.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 6:18 PM EDT2013-05-23 22:18:19 GMT
(WMC-TV) - A man is under arrest and charged with sexual exploitation of a minor after images of child sexual abuse were found on his personal property left behind after being fired from a job. ScottyMore >>
A man is under arrest and charged with sexual exploitation of a minor after images of child sexual abuse were found on his personal property left behind after being fired from a job.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 5:21 PM EDT2013-05-23 21:21:05 GMT
(WMC-TV) - In Oklahoma, friends and family gathered for the funeral service for a 9-year-old girl killed by Monday's tornado. Antonia Candelaria is the first victim to be laid to rest. Governor Mary FallinMore >>
In Oklahoma, friends and family gathered for the funeral service for a 9-year-old girl killed by Monday's tornado, while volunteers from across the country look to help the victims. More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 5:15 PM EDT2013-05-23 21:15:02 GMT
(WMC-TV) - DeSoto County experienced an average of 4.3 inches of rain in a 24 hour period during the storms Tuesday evening into Wednesday morning. Nearly 80 homes reported some kind of weather-relatedMore >>
DeSoto County experienced an average of 4.3 inches of rain in a 24 hour period during the storms Tuesday evening into Wednesday morning. Nearly 80 homes reported some kind of weather-related damage.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 4:17 PM EDT2013-05-23 20:17:02 GMT
(WMC-TV) - Let's congratulate the Shelby County unified school board on moving in the right direction on one key issue – school uniforms. Public school dress codes are always a hot topic. Some parentsMore >>
Let's congratulate the Shelby County unified school board on moving in the right direction on one key issue – school uniforms.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 3:37 PM EDT2013-05-23 19:37:06 GMT
(WMC-TV) - Many Mid-South first responders are being honored for the life-saving work they do. It is part of a national week-long celebration that kicked off with an event Monday. A recent heart attackMore >>
Many Mid-South first responders are being honored for the life-saving work they do. It is part of a national week-long celebration that kicked off with an event Monday.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 3:02 PM EDT2013-05-23 19:02:04 GMT
(WMC-TV) - Cleanup has begun amid the rubble Oklahoma City Wednesday where an EF-5 tornado devastated the Moore community. More than 13,000 homes were damaged or destroyed, causing possibly $2 billionMore >>
Cleanup has begun amid the rubble Oklahoma City Wednesday where an EF-5 tornado devastated the Moore community.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 1:22 PM EDT2013-05-23 17:22:07 GMT
(WMC-TV) - A Bartlett Medal of Honor recipient has died. Vernon McGarity, a U.S. Army Veteran, was awarded the Medal of Honor for his heroism during World War II in 1952. Action News 5 spoke with McGarityMore >>
A Bartlett Medal of Honor recipient has died. Vernon McGarity, a U.S. Army Veteran, was awarded the Medal of Honor for his heroism during World War II in 1952.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 11:57 AM EDT2013-05-23 15:57:50 GMT
(WMC-TV) - In the last 24 hours, four people were shot in three separate drive-by shootings in Clarksdale, MS. Just after 4 p.m. Wednesday, a 21-year-old black man was shot in the leg by a black man inMore >>
In the last 24 hours, four people were shot in three separate drive-by shootings in Clarksdale, MS.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 9:52 AM EDT2013-05-23 13:52:45 GMT
(WMC-TV) - There is a major slowdown in Memphis this Thursday morning, where a tractor trailer has flipped on Interstate 240 Westbound at the Walnut Grove exit. All lanes of Westbound I-240 have beenMore >>
There is a major slowdown in Memphis this Thursday morning, where a tractor trailer has flipped on Interstate 240 Westbound at the Walnut Grove exit.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 9:50 AM EDT2013-05-23 13:50:12 GMT
(WMC-TV) - The U.S Attorney's office of the Eastern District of Arkansas sentenced a former West Memphis councilman and a West Memphis police officer for a conspiracy to commit election fraud. Former WestMore >>
District Judge Kristine Baker sentenced a former West Memphis councilman and a West Memphis police officer for a conspiracy to commit election fraud.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 11:40 PM EDT2013-05-23 03:40:29 GMT
(WMC-TV) - The Memphis Police Department issued a city watch for a 12-year-old boy Wednesday night. Robert McBride II was last seen leaving his residence on foot on Jamaica Avenue. He has a mohawk, andMore >>
The Memphis Police Department canceled a city watch for a 12-year-old boy Wednesday night.More >>
The company's left a 15-state trail of phony book and magazine sales. Andy Wise followed its trail to a $1/2 million house in a gated community off Holmes Rd.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 11:24 PM EDT2013-05-23 03:24:43 GMT
(WMC-TV) - A Memphis skateboard shop was going under until the Grizzlies' big wins, that is when owner Hunter Demster started selling T-shirts. The "Grind City" shirts saved his Midtown business whichMore >>
A Memphis skateboard shop was going under until the Grizzlies' big wins, that is when owner Hunter Demster started selling T-shirts.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 11:00 PM EDT2013-05-23 03:00:22 GMT
(WMC-TV) - A Memphis mother defends her teenage son who is charged with murdering someone at a graduation party. Rebecca Miller and her son are anything but strangers to Action News 5. Our station helpedMore >>
A Memphis mother defends her teenage son who is charged with murdering someone at a graduation party.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 11:00 PM EDT2013-05-23 03:00:20 GMT
(WMC-TV) - A Mid-South mother of four is convinced that one of her sons was murdered. And after spending the past four years trying to prove it, she is turning to the Action News 5 Investigators. FrancesMore >>
A Mid-South mother of four is convinced that one of her sons was murdered. And after spending the past four years trying to prove it, she is turning to the Action News 5 Investigators.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 8:10 PM EDT2013-05-23 00:10:21 GMT
(WMC-TV)- Emergency crews have identified most of the 24 people who died, including 10 children, in the tornado Monday. An emergency management official said that six adults are still missing Wednesday. AboutMore >>
In Oklahoma, officials are now estimating the damage done by Monday's tornado to be around $2 billion.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 7:27 PM EDT2013-05-22 23:27:59 GMT
(WMC-TV) - Memphis' Sarah Simmons advanced to the top eight of "The Voice" Tuesday, but other Memphian Kris Thomas is on his way home after being eliminated. Making it to the top 10 was Kris' goal. OneMore >>
Memphis' Sarah Simmons advanced to the top eight of "The Voice" Tuesday, but other Memphian Kris Thomas is on his way home after being eliminated.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 7:02 PM EDT2013-05-22 23:02:30 GMT
(WMC-TV) - As the clean up efforts continue in Oklahoma, many of you are looking for ways to help the victims. With their hands full, people from all over Mississippi showed up at the Landers Center inMore >>
As the clean up efforts continue in Oklahoma, many of you are looking for ways to help the victims.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 6:58 PM EDT2013-05-22 22:58:20 GMT
(WMC-TV) - The Grizzlies game Saturday against the San Antonio Spurs is causing a headache for the Westin Hotel in downtown Memphis. The hotel is overbooked and people who have had reservations for monthsMore >>
The Grizzlies game Saturday against the San Antonio Spurs is causing a headache for the Westin Hotel in downtown Memphis. The hotel is overbooked and people who have had reservations for months are getting the boot.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 6:33 PM EDT2013-05-22 22:33:33 GMT
(WMC-TV) - Memphis city leaders are scrambling to escape financial ruin after the state comptroller sent an unprecented letter, warning the city that it is on shaky ground. Behind the scenes, lawmakersMore >>
Memphis city leaders are scrambling to escape financial ruin after the state comptroller sent an unprecented letter, warning the city that it is on shaky ground.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 6:22 PM EDT2013-05-22 22:22:48 GMT
(WMC-TV) - The Memphis Police Department fired two of its officers Wednesday. Marc Henderson, 32, and Parker Culver, 29, were terminated for personal conduct and violate regulation. In February, thereMore >>
Marc Henderson, 32, and Parker Culver, 29, were terminated for personal conduct and aid to violate regulation.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 6:10 PM EDT2013-05-22 22:10:09 GMT
(WMC-TV) - Wednesday is the very last day of school for students and also the last day of the Memphis City Schools system. Action News 5's Justin Hanson is speaking to longtime MCS teachers and volunteersMore >>
Wednesday is the very last day of school for students and also the last day of the Memphis City Schools system.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 6:07 PM EDT2013-05-22 22:07:00 GMT
(WMC-TV) - The Alcorn County Sheriff's Department found missing 33-year-old Troy Lee Harrison, Jr. dead in a ditch Wednesday. Investigators said Harrison was found dead off County Road 702. He lived inMore >>
The Alcorn County Sheriff's Department found missing 33-year-old Troy Lee Harrison, Jr. dead in a ditch Wednesday.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 6:00 PM EDT2013-05-22 22:00:21 GMT
(WMC-TV) - The city of Southaven declared a state of emergency after flooding in the area Tuesday. Many frustrated people spent Wednesday cleaning up water covered areas. They are asking Southaven leadersMore >>
The city of Southaven declared a state of emergency after flooding in the area Tuesday.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 5:57 PM EDT2013-05-22 21:57:17 GMT
(WMC-TV) - Shelby County Commissioners revealed the first look at the Unified Schools budget Wednesday. While the majority of the commission commends school leaders for trimming the fat in the budget,More >>
Shelby County Commissioners revealed the first look at the Unified Schools budget Wednesday.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 5:48 PM EDT2013-05-22 21:48:12 GMT
(WMC-TV) - More jobs are coming to Memphis and city leaders are rolling out the red carpet to celebrate. Kruger Products is a leading nationwide towel and tissue manufacturer. The company announced theyMore >>
A Canadian company announced that are adding hundreds of jobs to its North Memphis office. Kruger Products rolled out the red carpet Wednesday afternoon to celebrate the expansion.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 4:46 PM EDT2013-05-22 20:46:13 GMT
(WMC-TV) - The man accused of killing a police officer walked out of jail a free man Wednesday afternoon. Action News 5's Nick Kenney was there as Timothy McKinney was released. McKinney was accused ofMore >>
The man who pleaded guilty to killing a police officer walked out of jail a free man Wednesday afternoon.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 2:33 PM EDT2013-05-22 18:33:03 GMT
(WMC-TV) - The City of Memphis is saying "goodbye and good riddance" to blight. A derelict apartment complex, formerly called Park Place Apartments, sat vacant for four years breeding crime. It is nowMore >>
A derelict apartment complex, formerly called Park Place Apartments, sat vacant for four years breeding crime. It is now being demolished.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 12:48 PM EDT2013-05-22 16:48:44 GMT
(WMC-TV) - A Mid-South mom is convinced that one of her children was murdered. Frances Chambers has spent the past four years and a lot of money investigating the death of her son Demond. Police in herMore >>
A Mid-South mom is convinced that one of her children was murdered, despite the medical examiner's report. More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 11:45 AM EDT2013-05-22 15:45:03 GMT
(WMC-TV) - The storms that passed through the Mid-South Tuesday night caused a power outage that led to a Boil-Water Alert for Coahoma County. The town of Jonestown, MS is urged to boil water for one minuteMore >>
The storms that passed through the Mid-South Tuesday night caused a power outage that led to a Boil-Water Alert for Coahoma County.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 10:35 AM EDT2013-05-22 14:35:28 GMT
(WMC-TV) - A family of four escaped from their burning home just after midnight Wednesday. The house caught fire at 12:30 a.m. on the 5600 block of Tulip Tree Drive in Memphis. Investigators are stillMore >>
A family of four escaped from their burning home just after midnight Wednesday.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 10:18 AM EDT2013-05-22 14:18:26 GMT
(WMC-TV) - A man was shot in the stomach in Clarksdale Tuesday afternoon. He later died at the hospital. Witnesses told police the victim was fighting with another man when a gun was pulled and he wasMore >>
A man was shot in the stomach in Clarksdale Tuesday afternoon. He later died at the hospital.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 9:13 AM EDT2013-05-22 13:13:44 GMT
(WMC-TV) - Firefighters escorted several families from their flooded homes in Horn Lake after a rain-swollen creek rose beyond its banks Tuesday. The firefighters offered piggyback rides to children toMore >>
Firefighters escorted several families from their flooded homes in Horn Lake after a rain-swollen creek rose beyond its banks Tuesday.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 12:49 AM EDT2013-05-22 04:49:28 GMT
(WMC-TV) - A flood frustrated resident in a Southaven neighborhood called her backyard an ocean after severe weather Tuesday. Inside Louise Rinhart's home is not much better. "Carpet and I got hardwoodMore >>
A flood frustrated resident in a Southaven neighborhood called her backyard an ocean after severe weather Tuesday.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 12:45 AM EDT2013-05-22 04:45:37 GMT
(WMC-TV) - Officials are on the scene of a two vehicle crash on Interstate 40 eastbound and Austin Peay Highway.Memphis police shut down eastbound traffic on the interstate around 9:55 p.m. Tuesday.KeepMore >>
Officials are on the scene of a two vehicle crash on Interstate 40 eastbound and Austin Peay Highway.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 12:36 AM EDT2013-05-22 04:36:07 GMT
(WMC-TV) - Memphis' own Sarah Simmons advanced to the next round of NBC's "The Voice" after results were revealed Tuesday night. Voting for the national competition took place Monday after a live nationalMore >>
Memphis' own Sarah Simmons advanced to the next round of NBC's "The Voice" after results were revealed Tuesday night.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 12:31 AM EDT2013-05-22 04:31:53 GMT
(WMC-TV) - The Memphis Grizzlies lost to the San Antonio Spurs Tuesday in game 2 93-89. The Grizzlies had a major comeback in the fourth quarter pushing the game into overtime 85-85. Grizzlies returnMore >>
The Memphis Grizzlies lost to the San Antonio Spurs Tuesday in game 2 93-89.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 12:30 AM EDT2013-05-22 04:30:23 GMT
(WMC-TV) - Torrential rain hit just as drivers' were heading home from work Tuesday. It made for some interesting travel as East Memphis motorists had to endure water covered areas. Many drivers sloshedMore >>
Torrential rain hit just as drivers' were heading home from work Tuesday.More >>
From the Action News 5 Oklahoma Spring Tornado Fund drive to the efforts of local citizens and businesses, the Mid-South digs into its pockets for Oklahoma.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 11:10 PM EDT2013-05-22 03:10:08 GMT
(WMC-TV) - Unbelievable damage remains more than 24 hours after an EF-5 tornado tore through Moore, Oklahoma. Crews from across the country have arrived to help with search and rescue. Two volunteers fromMore >>
Unbelievable damage remains more than 24 hours after an EF-5 tornado tore through Moore, Oklahoma.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 10:20 PM EDT2013-05-22 02:20:19 GMT
(WMC-TV) - The results are available for the runoff for the Republican nomination for Southaven Mayor. Darren Musselwhite wins the nomination with 62 percent of the vote after netting 1,600 votes. He wasMore >>
The results are available for the runoff for the Republican nomination for Southaven Mayor.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 7:48 PM EDT2013-05-21 23:48:01 GMT
(WMC-TV) - The aftermath of an Oklahoma tornado tearing up everything in its path including an elementary school has some DeSoto County making plans for storm shelters in their schools. Hernando ElementaryMore >>
(WMC-TV) - The aftermath of an Oklahoma tornado tearing up everything in its path including an elementary school has some DeSoto County making plans for storm shelters in their schools. Hernando ElementaryMore >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 7:23 PM EDT2013-05-21 23:23:29 GMT
(WMC-TV) - Memphis lawmakers say a state comptroller warning could turn the city's budget on its heels. The unprecedented letter says the city is headed towards a serious financial crisis. Action NewsMore >>
Memphis lawmakers say a state comptroller warning could turn the city's budget on its heels.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 7:20 PM EDT2013-05-21 23:20:37 GMT
(WMC-TV) - The man who lost both of his legs when he was hit by a car while changing a tire is expected to go home Wednesday. It has been a few weeks since we introduced you to 28-year-old Michael Owens.More >>
It has been a few weeks since we introduced you to 28-year-old Michael Owens. He was injured in a crash in March. Since then, he has been recovering at the hospital, but thanks to your support, he will be welcomed home with a lot more support.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 7:18 PM EDT2013-05-21 23:18:00 GMT
(WMC-TV) - Roadways around the Mid-South are flooding resulting in cars getting stuck in massive puddles and flooded areas. At least three cars are halfway under water at Goodman Road and Elmore Road.More >>
Roadways around the Mid-South are flooding resulting in cars getting stuck in massive puddles and flooded areas.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 7:00 PM EDT2013-05-21 23:00:34 GMT
(WMC-TV) - A Germantown woman says she is no stranger to tornadoes. She lived through the devastating tornado two years ago in Tuscaloosa, Alabama.With a lot of family in Moore, Oklahoma, ____ and herMore >>
A Germantown woman's family was hit hard by the devastating storm in Moore, Oklahoma.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 6:56 PM EDT2013-05-21 22:56:46 GMT
(WMC-TV) - KFOR out of Oklahoma City captured incredible video with its chopper of the tornado in Moore, Oklahoma. So, how is that even possible? Is it safe? Action News 5's Chopper 5 pilot Sam FarrisMore >>
KFOR out of Oklahoma City captured incredible video with its chopper of the tornado in Moore, Oklahoma. So, how is that even possible? Is it safe?More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 6:31 PM EDT2013-05-21 22:31:27 GMT
(WMC-TV) - A flash flood warning is in effect for Shelby County and DeSoto County, Mississippi. The warning will stay in effect until 11:15 p.m. Tuesday. Doppler radar estimates two to four inches of rainMore >>
A flash flood warning is in effect for Shelby County and DeSoto County, Mississippi. The warning will stay in effect until 11:15 p.m. Tuesday.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 6:06 PM EDT2013-05-21 22:06:48 GMT
(WMC-TV) - A turn of a bolt and a slide of a door are two simple things Lauren Choate says will keep her and her family safe in a storm. "It's very important for us to have this. Once it was installed,More >>
A turn of a bolt and a slide of a door are two simple things Lauren Choate says will keep her and her family safe in a storm.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 5:47 PM EDT2013-05-21 21:47:55 GMT
(WMCT-TV) - The man accused of killing a police officer will avoid a fourth trial after striking a plea deal. He will walk free. Action News 5's Nick Kenney reports from the courtroom that Timothy McKinneyMore >>
The man accused of killing a police officer will avoid a fourth trial after striking a plea deal. He will walk free.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 4:39 PM EDT2013-05-21 20:39:38 GMT
(WMC-TV) - Red Cross volunteers from Memphis are on their way to Oklahoma, where a tornado flattened the town of Moore and killed more than 20 people. A two-woman team with the Mid-South chapter of theMore >>
Red Cross volunteers from Memphis are on their way to Oklahoma, where a tornado flattened the town of Moore and killed more than 20 people.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 4:05 PM EDT2013-05-21 20:05:03 GMT
(WMC-TV) - You have heard the Action News 5 storm tracking team say many times during tornado warnings, "Go to your safe place if your home is in the path of a storm". But do you really know how to findMore >>
(WMC-TV) - You have heard the Action News 5 storm tracking team say many times during tornado warnings, "Go to your safe place if your home is in the path of a storm". But do you really know how to findMore >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 4:04 PM EDT2013-05-21 20:04:29 GMT
(WMC-TV) - A tornado watch is in effect for most of the Mid-South until 10 p.m. You can stay up-to-date on the current weather situation at all times by downloading our free Action News 5 StormTrack appMore >>
A tornado watch is in effect for most of the Mid-South until 10 p.m.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 3:29 PM EDT2013-05-21 19:29:03 GMT
(WMC-TV) - A snapshot into the lives of a Germantown family comes with a warning. "Every day is just a struggle, especially with the fatigue," said Wilson Nanney. "I mean, it takes a lot of energy toMore >>
A snapshot into the lives of a Germantown family comes with a warning.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 3:17 PM EDT2013-05-21 19:17:20 GMT
(WMC-TV) - Thunderstorms could hit Shelby County by 2:30 p.m. The storms are currently in Tate and DeSoto Counties, moving toward Shelby County. Additional thunderstorms are expected to move east, hittingMore >>
Thunderstorms could hit Shelby County by 2:30 p.m. The storms are currently in Tate and DeSoto Counties, moving toward Shelby County.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 2:48 PM EDT2013-05-21 18:48:47 GMT
(WMC-TV) - The Grizzlies have had a day and a half to digest what they did wrong in game one of the Western Conference Finals. They say the San Antonio Spurs played well, but the Grizz did not, and thatMore >>
The Grizzlies have had a day and a half to digest what they did wrong in game one of the Western Conference Finals.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 11:20 AM EDT2013-05-21 15:20:01 GMT
(WMC-TV) - The Memphis housing market has stabilized and is improving, according to Shelby County Trustee David Lenior. So what is causing the improvement? One of Lenior's duties is to make forecastsMore >>
The Memphis housing market has stabilized and is improving, according to Shelby County Trustee David Lenior.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 10:32 AM EDT2013-05-21 14:32:08 GMT
(WMC-TV) - Thirty-five different power outages have been reported throughout Memphis. At least 1,218 customers are affected by the outages. A few of the bigger outages are in the Frayser and Bartlett areas.More >>
Thirty-five different power outages have been reported throughout Memphis.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 10:06 AM EDT2013-05-21 14:06:41 GMT
(WMC-TV) - Thousands of people are expected to swarm the 7-mile long stretch of the Shelby Farms Greenline over the holiday weekend. Two things are for sure -- you will work up a sweat and you will beMore >>
Thousands of people are expected to swarm the 7-mile long stretch of the Shelby Farms Greenline over the holiday weekend.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 9:13 AM EDT2013-05-21 13:13:27 GMT
(WMC-TV) - Students at a Memphis high school are celebrating the success of one of their own as the Memphis Grizzlies gears up for another game against the Spurs. Teachers and staff at Lausanne CollegiateMore >>
Students at a Memphis high school are celebrating the success of one of their own as the Memphis Grizzlies get ready for another game against the Spurs.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 1:33 AM EDT2013-05-21 05:33:24 GMT
(WMC-TV) - Most people associate the word strep with strep throat. But imagine a strain of strep with side effects so shocking and dangerous that it leads to obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD). Mid-SouthMore >>
Most people associate the word strep with strep throat. But imagine a strain of strep with side effects so shocking and dangerous that it leads to obsessive compulsive disorder.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 12:59 AM EDT2013-05-21 04:59:43 GMT
(WMC-TV) - When many Memphians think of the Bluff City they think of Elvis, barbecue, and now the Grizzlies – but many also think of Action News 5's Joe Birch. A young Joe Birch stepped into the ActionMore >>
When many Memphians think of the Bluff City they think of Elvis, barbecue, and now the Grizzlies – but many also think of Action News 5's Joe Birch.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 12:51 AM EDT2013-05-21 04:51:42 GMT
(WMC-TV) - Two people were airlifted to The MED after a stabbing near the Tipton/Shelby County line Monday night. According to officials, three people were stabbed at 25 Kelly Cove off of Tracy Road. TheMore >>
Two people were airlifted to The MED after a stabbing near the Tipton/Shelby County line Monday night.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 12:46 AM EDT2013-05-21 04:46:07 GMT
(WMC-TV) - Tennessee Task Force One, based out of Memphis, is activated to respond to Oklahoma. Sponsored by the Memphis and Shelby County emergency management agency, TNTF-1 is scheduled for deploymentMore >>
Tennessee Task Force One, based out of Memphis, was activated to respond to Oklahoma Monday night.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 11:30 PM EDT2013-05-21 03:30:44 GMT
(WMC-TV) - The city responded to new claims about the care of dogs and cats at Memphis Animal Services. The shelter's director welcomes the renewed criticism. A group called "SOS Memphis" held a rallyMore >>
The city responded to new claims about the care of dogs and cats at Memphis Animal Services.More >>
LAWRENCE COUNTY, AR (KAIT) - Lawrence County Sheriff Jody Dotson has confirmed the body of a young female has been found in the Black River near the Lawrence/Randolph County line. We have a crew onMore >>
Lawrence County Sheriff Jody Dotson confirms the body of a young woman found in the Black River near the Lawrence and Randolph County lines Saturday evening is that of Sidney Randall.
Monday, May 20 2013 7:31 PM EDT2013-05-20 23:31:04 GMT
(WMC-TV) - Parents and students are reacting to the dress code policy for Shelby County Schools. If your child goes to a former school within Memphis City Schools, they will continue to wear uniforms. ShelbyMore >>
Parents and students are reacting to the dress code policy for Shelby County Schools.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 6:57 PM EDT2013-05-20 22:57:43 GMT
(WMC-TV) - The Shelby County Commission will consider a 9 percent property tax hike Monday. Mayor Mark Luttrell's office says taxes must be raised to $4.33 to make up for property value losses.More >>
The Shelby County Commission will consider a 9 percent property tax hike Monday.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 6:50 PM EDT2013-05-20 22:50:01 GMT
(WMC-TV) Two people are dead and two others are wounded after a shooting at 2323 Ketchum Road, according to police.Three victims were transported to The MED by ambulance, and one other by private vehicle.TwoMore >>
Two people are dead and two others are wounded after a shooting at 2323 Ketchum Road, according to police.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 6:36 PM EDT2013-05-20 22:36:31 GMT
(WMC-TV) - Dozens of people flooded Action News 5's e-mail about a text they received that appeared to be from Regions Bank. It is not from Regions Bank, it is a phishing scam. Chief Consumer InvestigatorMore >>
Dozens of people flooded Action News 5's e-mail about a text they received that appeared to be from Regions Bank. It is not from Regions Bank, it is a phishing scam.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 6:03 PM EDT2013-05-20 22:03:15 GMT
(WMC-TV) - With the biggest Grizzlies game yet and a sold out Paul McCartney show, the FedExForum is preparing for a busy weekend. "To have a western Conference final, then a major, major concert. He'sMore >>
With the biggest Grizzlies game yet and a sold out Paul McCartney show, the FedExForum is preparing for a busy weekend.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 5:40 PM EDT2013-05-20 21:40:42 GMT
(WMC-TV) - A spokesperson for Shelby County Schools told Action News 5 Taylor Flake's claims were investigated but that investigation did not reveal any discriminatory acts. Senior Class President TaylorMore >>
(WMC-TV) - A spokesperson for Shelby County Schools told Action News 5 Taylor Flake's claims were investigated but that investigation did not reveal any discriminatory acts. Senior Class President TaylorMore >>
Monday, May 20 2013 5:24 PM EDT2013-05-20 21:24:50 GMT
(WMC-TV) - A body was found as firefighters battled a house fire on 1417 Nicholas Street. The medical examiner is working to determine a cause of death. Action News 5 will have additional details aboutMore >>
Yellow tape flaps in the aftermath following a fire investigation that shut down an entire block of Nicholas Street for roughly 12 hours Monday.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 3:23 PM EDT2013-05-20 19:23:44 GMT
(WMC-TV) - The Mississippi State Department of Health issued a Boil-Water Alert Monday for customers who receive their drinking water from the Farrell Utilities water supply located in Coahoma County. ThisMore >>
The Mississippi State Department of Health issued a Boil-Water Alert Monday for customers who receive their drinking water from the Farrell Utilities water supply located in Coahoma County.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 3:19 PM EDT2013-05-20 19:19:10 GMT
(WMC-TV) - A three-time Masters Tournament winner and recent inductee into the World Golf Hall of Fame has committed to playing in the FedEx St. Jude Classic. This summer, Phil Mickelson, 43, will makeMore >>
A three-time Masters Tournament winner and recent inductee into the World Golf Hall of Fame has committed to playing in the FedEx St. Jude Classic.More >>
The quest for the fountain of youth is never ending but, is often coming up with new possibilities offering a lot of promise. The latest so called "magic potion" is sure getting our attention -- eyebrowsMore >>
The quest for the fountain of youth is never ending but, is often coming up with new possibilities offering a lot of promise. More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 12:51 PM EDT2013-05-20 16:51:06 GMT
(WMC-TV) - The owners of Club 152 on Beale Street will face a judge after the building was shut down last week following crime and drug investigation that lasted months. Drug dealing, pot smoking, plusMore >>
The owners of Club 152 on Beale Street will face a judge after the building was shut down last week following crime and drug investigation that lasted months.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 12:10 PM EDT2013-05-20 16:10:06 GMT
(WMC-TV) - Arlington High School senior Taylor Flake thought she was making history when her classmates elected her to be the school's first African-American class president. "It's more than just me representingMore >>
Arlington High School senior Taylor Flake thought she was making history when her classmates elected her to be the school's first African-American class president.
So when the school started planning for the commencement, Flake said she was shocked to find out that she was not among those chosen to speak.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 11:04 AM EDT2013-05-20 15:04:33 GMT
(WMC-TV) - A woman was found dead in a vehicle in a Memphis neighborhood Monday morning. Just after 9 a.m., police responded to a call that a woman was unresponsive on the 3500 block of Wincross Drive,More >>
A woman was found dead in a vehicle in a Memphis neighborhood Monday morning.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 10:57 AM EDT2013-05-20 14:57:53 GMT
(WMC-TV) - Most people associate the word strep with strep throat. But imagine a strain of strep with side effects so shocking and dangerous that it leads to obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD). Mid-SouthMore >>
Most people associate the word strep with strep throat. But imagine a strain of strep with side effects so shocking and dangerous that it leads to obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD).More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 9:19 AM EDT2013-05-20 13:19:23 GMT
(WMC-TV) - It was a tough loss on the road for the Memphis Grizzlies in game one of the Western Conference Finals, but they have another shot to even up the score with the Spurs in San Antonio. Bad defense,More >>
It was a tough loss on the road for the Memphis Grizzlies in game one of the Western Conference Finals, but they have another shot to even up the score with the Spurs in San Antonio.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 8:59 AM EDT2013-05-20 12:59:42 GMT
(WMC-TV) - An Arkansas fisherman found a woman's body floating in the Black River in Lawrence County over the weekend. Herschel Meeks says he and his family were about to head home when they spotted somethingMore >>
An Arkansas fisherman found a woman's body floating in the Black River in Lawrence County over the weekend.More >>
Sunday, May 19 2013 11:38 PM EDT2013-05-20 03:38:31 GMT
(WMC-TV) - 18-year-old Antwion Dowdy is in custody in connection with the murder of a 15-year-old outside a graduation party in Memphis.Dowdy is charged with first-degree murder. Police say 15-year-oldMore >>
(WMC-TV) - 18-year-old Antwion Dowdy is in custody in connection with the murder of a 15-year-old outside a graduation party in Memphis.Dowdy is charged with first-degree murder. Police say 15-year-oldMore >>
Sunday, May 19 2013 11:18 PM EDT2013-05-20 03:18:09 GMT
(WMC-TV) The San Antonio Spurs suffocated the Memphis Grizzlies, 105-83, in San Antonio.The Spurs neutralized forward Zach Randolph (2 pts, 7 reb) and shot 14 of 29 from beyond the arcCopyright 2013 WMC-TVMore >>
The Grizzlies fell to the Spurs 105-83 in game one of the Western Conference Finals.More >>
Sunday, May 19 2013 10:56 PM EDT2013-05-20 02:56:25 GMT
'The Voice' contestants Sarah Simmons and Kris Thomas have lots of fans here in Memphis -- but they also have people following them across the country. From his days in the Stax Music Academy, Kris ThomasMore >>
'The Voice' contestants Sarah Simmons and Kris Thomas have lots of fans here in Memphis -- but they also have people following them across the country. From his days in the Stax Music Academy, Kris ThomasMore >>
Sunday, May 19 2013 10:21 PM EDT2013-05-20 02:21:27 GMT
(WMC-TV) - Friends and family remembered John Willingham Sunday on what would have been his 81st birthday. Willingham died Wednesday from congestive heart failure. In the community he was known as a masterMore >>
Friends and family remembered John Willingham Sunday on what would have been his 81st birthday.More >>
Sunday, May 19 2013 9:03 PM EDT2013-05-20 01:03:27 GMT
(WMC-TV) - Memphis Animal Services may have a new building, but animal activists say animal cruelty is still going on inside the shelter. S.O.S. -- which stands for Supporting Reform of Memphis AnimalMore >>
Memphis Animal Services may have a new building, but animal activists say animal cruelty is still going on inside the shelter.More >>
Sunday, May 19 2013 7:52 PM EDT2013-05-19 23:52:10 GMT
(WMC-TV) - With six suburbs starting their own schools to avoid merging with Memphis schools, the battle is in high gear over who owns the school buildings in the suburbs. "It's got me hot under the collars,"More >>
With six suburbs starting their own schools to avoid merging with Memphis schools, the battle is in high gear over who owns the school buildings in the suburbs. More >>
Sunday, May 19 2013 7:45 AM EDT2013-05-19 11:45:19 GMT
(WMC-TV) - The Grizzlies will begin its series against the San Antonio Spurs Sunday afternoon. Tickets for the first game in the series at FedExForum will go on sale Saturday at noon. Playoff ticketsMore >>
Tickets for the first game in the series at FedExForum were gone in less than an hour, marking the team's sixteenth and seventeenth postseason sellouts.More >>
Sunday, May 19 2013 7:30 AM EDT2013-05-19 11:30:18 GMT
(WMC-TV) - The Grizz will face the San Antonio Spurs in the Western Conference Finals. The Spurs defeated the Golden State Warriors Thursday night 94-82. This is not the first time the Grit and GrindMore >>
The Grizz will face the San Antonio Spurs in the Western Conference Finals this afternoon at 2:30 p.m. More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 10:46 PM EDT2013-05-19 02:46:03 GMT
Grand Champions Sweet Swine O'Mine Championship BBQ Team Hot Wings 1st Place: Smoking Razorbacks 2nd Place: Prime Time BBQ 3rd Place: Suspicious RindsPatio Porkers 1st Place: Southaven Meathogs 2ndMore >>
Grand Champions Sweet Swine O'Mine Championship BBQ Team Hot Wings 1st Place: Smoking Razorbacks 2nd Place: Prime Time BBQ 3rd Place: Suspicious RindsPatio Porkers 1st Place: Southaven Meathogs 2ndMore >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 9:26 PM EDT2013-05-19 01:26:22 GMT
(WMC-TV) - Members of two Memphis gangs were convicted yesterday of first degree murder, especially aggravated robbery and criminal attempt to commit voluntary manslaughter. Cedric Mims, 17, and AllenMore >>
Members of two Memphis gangs were convicted yesterday of first degree murder, especially aggravated robbery and criminal attempt to commit voluntary manslaughter.More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 7:44 PM EDT2013-05-18 23:44:16 GMT
(WMC-TV) - Memphis City Schools' top teachers are being honored in a new exhibit. In the South Main Arts District today MCS unveiled the multimedia exhibit titled "I teach. I am...an Irreplaceable." TheMore >>
Memphis City Schools' top teachers are being honored in a new exhibit.More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 7:24 PM EDT2013-05-18 23:24:52 GMT
(WMC-TV) - Hurricane is home.The Hunt family was reunited with their three-year-old English bulldog today at Memphis Animal Services.MAS is reviewing video footage to see who turned the dog in.The dogMore >>
The Hunt family was reunited with their three-year-old English bulldog today at Memphis Animal Services.More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 7:24 PM EDT2013-05-18 23:24:17 GMT
(WMC-TV) - Timothy Pollard and his family started waiting in line for Grizzlies tickets at five Saturday morning. "10 of us, a bunch of us with sandwiches and food because we had already made a plan thatMore >>
Some Grizzlies fans are deterred by the higher cost of playoff tickets.More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 12:25 PM EDT2013-05-18 16:25:58 GMT
(WMC-TV) - The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation issued a statewide AMBER Alert for a Georgia girl believed to be abducted by her father. The TBI believes they may travel through Tennessee on their wayMore >>
The 2-year-girl who was the center of a multi-state AMBER Alert was found safe at Southand Park Gaming and Racing in West Memphis Friday.More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 11:29 PM EDT2013-05-18 03:29:02 GMT
(WMC TV) - Same boss. Same newspaper ad. Same consumer warning. Only the name of the company -- and the boss's conscience -- has seemed to change. "More >>
We knew there was something more to this company's sales pitch than just a name change.More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 11:05 PM EDT2013-05-18 03:05:19 GMT
(WMC-TV) - A Mid-South family pet was taken outside of a Memphis Home Depot Store. There are new leads in the case, but still no arrests. Halyn Hunt, 14, said a 3-year-old English Bulldog named HurricaneMore >>
A Mid-South family pet was taken outside of a Memphis Home Depot Store. There are new leads in the case, but still no arrests.More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 7:53 PM EDT2013-05-17 23:53:42 GMT
(WMC-TV) - A White Station football coach resigned following allegations that he physically disciplined a player. Memphis City Schools leaders said Devin Rutherford handed in his resignation Wednesday. RutherfordMore >>
A White Station football coach resigned following allegations that he physically disciplined a player.More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 7:08 PM EDT2013-05-17 23:08:35 GMT
(WMC-TV) - It is possible teachers could be packing heat in some Mid-South school districts after Governor Bill Haslam signed a new school security bill into law Thursday. The sign on the schoolhouse doorMore >>
It is possible teachers could be packing heat in some Mid-South school districts after Governor Bill Haslam signed a new school security bill into law Thursday.More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 6:32 PM EDT2013-05-17 22:32:16 GMT
(WMC-TV) - The man accused of attempting to kidnap a 74-year-old woman remains behinds bars. Charles Hester made his first appearance in court Friday morning. Hester, 50, is charged with attempting toMore >>
The man accused of attempting to kidnap a 74-year-old woman remains behinds bars. Charles Hester made his first appearance in court Friday morning.More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 6:26 PM EDT2013-05-17 22:26:32 GMT
(WMC-TV) - Memphis Fire Department is on the scene of a traffic accident at Hawkins Mill Road and New Allen Road. According to reports, two children were ejected from a vehicle and two others are missing.AMore >>
Five people were taken to the hospital after a traffic accident at Hawkins Mill Road and New Allen Road.More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 6:17 PM EDT2013-05-17 22:17:35 GMT
(WMC-TV) - The Powerball jackpot is worth at least $600 million. The lottery game is played in Tennessee but not in Mississippi. That has people jumping the state line for a chance to win. For most ofMore >>
The Powerball jackpot is worth at least $600 million. The lottery game is played in Tennessee but not in Mississippi. That has people jumping the state line for a chance to win.More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 6:15 PM EDT2013-05-17 22:15:38 GMT
(WMC-TV) - While Beale Street prepares for a busy barbecue fest weekend a popular Beale Street club is closed for business. The Shelby County District Attorney General indicted five Club 152 employees.More >>
While Beale Street prepares for a busy barbecue fest weekend a popular Beale Street club is closed for business.More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 6:05 PM EDT2013-05-17 22:05:34 GMT
(WMC-TV) - Southaven Mayor Greg Davis is back on the stand and became choked up while talking about his issues with his wife during his spending trial. Friday was the fifth day of the trial. Davis wasMore >>
Southaven Mayor Greg Davis is back on the stand and became choked up while talking about his issues with his wife during his spending trial.More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 5:35 PM EDT2013-05-17 21:35:28 GMT
(WMC-TV) - A new petition in regards to the Holly Bobo case is circulating asking for more resources in the search. The last time anyone in Holly Bobo's family saw her the 21-year-old nursing student wasMore >>
A new petition in regards to the Holly Bobo case is circulating asking for more resources in the search.More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 5:15 PM EDT2013-05-17 21:15:48 GMT
(WMC-TV) - There is a push for immigration reform happening in the Mid-South. Latino Memphis is hosting an immigration reform round-table discussion Monday. It is a topic that has fired up a nationalMore >>
Latino Memphis is hosting an immigration reform round-table discussion Monday. It is a topic that has fired up a national debate.More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 4:41 PM EDT2013-05-17 20:41:30 GMT
(WMC-TV) - The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation is condemning a series of reports done on the Holly Bobo case by Nashville TV station WSMV. WSMV produced several news stories and a special documentary,More >>
The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation is condemning a series of reports done on the Holly Bobo case by Nashville TV station WSMV.More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 3:31 PM EDT2013-05-17 19:31:50 GMT
(WMC-TV) - A man was killed when he was hit by a car just before 3 a.m. in Arlington. Daniel Perkins and the driver of a van had gotten into an argument. The driver made Perkins, 28, get out in the areaMore >>
A man was killed when he was hit by a car just before 3 a.m. in Arlington.More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 11:41 AM EDT2013-05-17 15:41:56 GMT
(WMC-TV) - Southaven Mayor Greg Davis' partner, Jansen Fair, likes to stay in the background. "I love Greg. It's hard on me seeing him go through it, but that's what you have to do," said Fair. He saidMore >>
Southaven Mayor Greg Davis' partner, Jansen Fair, likes to stay in the background.More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 10:06 AM EDT2013-05-17 14:06:09 GMT
(WMC-TV) - A man who admitted to Andy Wise that he was part of a scam is back in business, and our chief consumer investigator is back on the job. The more things change, the more they stay the same. "You'veMore >>
A man who admitted to Andy Wise that he was part of a scam is back in business, and our chief consumer investigator is back on the job.More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 6:51 AM EDT2013-05-17 10:51:57 GMT
(WMC-TV) - The controversial Westboro Baptist Church, known for its pickets at military funerals, will be in Memphis today. "God hates your Idols, so Westboro Baptist Church will picket one of the manyMore >>
(WMC-TV) - The controversial Westboro Baptist Church, known for its pickets at military funerals, will be in Memphis today. "God hates your Idols, so Westboro Baptist Church will picket one of the manyMore >>
Friday, May 17 2013 6:36 AM EDT2013-05-17 10:36:46 GMT
(WMC-TV) Students and alumni of George Washington Carver High School in South Memphis have been vocal in opposing the plan to close the school and merge it with Booker T. Washington High. Carver is oneMore >>
Students and alumni of George Washington Carver High School in South Memphis have been vocal in opposing the plan to close the school and merge it with Booker T. Washington High.More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 5:58 AM EDT2013-05-17 09:58:04 GMT
(WMC-TV) - Memphis police have released a City watch for sisters two-year-old Jariah and seven-month-old Jaylah McGrew. Investigators say their mother Jameze McGrew threatened to commit suicide and killMore >>
(WMC-TV) - Memphis police have released a City watch for sisters two-year-old Jariah and seven-month-old Jaylah McGrew. Investigators say their mother Jameze McGrew threatened to commit suicide and killMore >>
Friday, May 17 2013 5:53 AM EDT2013-05-17 09:53:31 GMT
(WMC-TV) - The Memphis Grizzlies now know who their next opponent will be. The second-seeded San Antonio Spurs held off the Golden State Warriors 94-82 in Game 6 last night in Oakland. Now they returnMore >>
The Memphis Grizzlies now know who their next opponent will be: the San Antonio Spurs.More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 5:10 AM EDT2013-05-17 09:10:18 GMT
(WMC-TV) - Memphis does a lot of celebrating in May, but this year is special. The Memphis in May Barbecue Festival is kicking off downtown. The Grizzlies are smoking hot, and the crowd is still buzzingMore >>
Memphis does a lot of celebrating in May, but this year is special.More >>
Thursday, May 16 2013 11:54 PM EDT2013-05-17 03:54:59 GMT
(WMC-TV) - Popular Beale Street club, Club 152, is being raided by authorities. Chopper 5 is over the scene. Action News 5's Jason Miles is also there working to learn more. Copyright 2013 WMC-TV .More >>
A popular Beale Street club is being shut down by authorities due to the high amount of crime and violence at the nightclub. More >>
Thursday, May 16 2013 11:15 PM EDT2013-05-17 03:15:09 GMT
(WMC TV) - Grizzlies fans don't bluff. We stuff. Our faces. This is a sample of some of the Grizz Grub we scarf on at our favorite restaurants: * GRIT-AND-GRIND SLIDERS, Bluff City Coffee/Bakery, 505More >>
Andy Wise samples some of the best Grizz Grub at local restaurants.More >>
Thursday, May 16 2013 11:11 PM EDT2013-05-17 03:11:08 GMT
(WMC-TV) - Twelve years ago the idea of an NBA franchise was pulling Memphis apart. If not for a group of believers, Memphis might still be having hoop dreams. "When Tony Allen said, 'Grit and Grind',More >>
Twelve years ago the idea of an NBA franchise was pulling Memphis apart. If not for a group of believers, Memphis might still be having hoop dreams.More >>
Thursday, May 16 2013 7:45 PM EDT2013-05-16 23:45:48 GMT
(WMC-TV) - The company that prints the iconic growl towels broke into the NBA with the Grizzlies. It is now finding success that matches the Grizz by using a similar method. Decorated with blue GrizzliesMore >>
The company that prints the iconic growl towels broke into the NBA with the Grizzlies. It is now finding success that matches the Grizz by using a similar method.More >>
Thursday, May 16 2013 7:25 PM EDT2013-05-16 23:25:08 GMT
(WMC-TV) - The Memphis Grizzlies proved they have the grit and grind to make it to the Western Conference Finals. Now, the Grindhouse is stepping up its game, too. Justin Baker knows a thing or two aboutMore >>
The Memphis Grizzlies proved they have the grit and grind to make it to the Western Conference Finals. Now, the Grindhouse is stepping up its game, too. More >>
Thursday, May 16 2013 6:31 PM EDT2013-05-16 22:31:37 GMT
(WMC-TV) - Hundreds are without jobs after the Shelby County School Board passed budget exceeding $1 billion. The budget will be reached by cutting 300 teaching assistant positions and more than 100 full-timeMore >>
The Shelby County School Board budget will be reached by cutting 300 teaching assistant positions and more than 100 full-time teaching positions.More >>
Thursday, May 16 2013 6:27 PM EDT2013-05-16 22:27:02 GMT
(WMC-TV) - A North Mississippi teen was honored by police for his heroic actions of saving the life of a little boy. Usually it police officers that are recognized during National Police Week. In OliveMore >>
A North Mississippi teen was honored by police for his heroic actions of saving the life of a little boy. More >>
Thursday, May 16 2013 6:22 PM EDT2013-05-16 22:22:36 GMT
(WMC-TV) - It is a hoarding story you have to see to believe. Some residents in Hardeman County are disgusted by what one woman has piled up outside of her home. There is also a church next door. NeighborsMore >>
Residents in one Mid-South town want officials to take action on a neighbor they say is a hoarder. The neighbor says she has multiple sclerosis and cannot afford to clean up the mess. More >>
Thursday, May 16 2013 6:14 PM EDT2013-05-16 22:14:40 GMT
(WMC-TV) - Grizzlies fans enjoyed a stress-free Thursday after Memphis took the playoff series against the OKC Thunder Wednesday night. From the FedExForum to 201 Poplar, downtown buzzed with excitementMore >>
Grizzlies fans enjoyed a stress-free Thursday after Memphis took the playoff series against the OKC Thunder Wednesday night.More >>
Thursday, May 16 2013 6:14 PM EDT2013-05-16 22:14:13 GMT
(WMC-TV) - Summer is almost here and if you are looking for an affordable vacation, look no further than the Mid-South. The Memphis Area Association of Governments (MAAG) came up with a clever campaignMore >>
Summer is almost here and if you are looking for an affordable vacation, look no further than the Mid-South.More >>
Thursday, May 16 2013 5:54 PM EDT2013-05-16 21:54:31 GMT
(WMC-TV) - The man who made Corky's a household name died just hours after a former Memphis In May barbecue grand champion passed away. As the Memphis In May Barbecue Cooking Contest kicks off, the participantsMore >>
The man who made Corky's a household name died just hours after a former Memphis In May barbecue grand champion passed away.More >>
Thursday, May 16 2013 5:32 PM EDT2013-05-16 21:32:47 GMT
(WMC-TV) - Just six years ago, the Memphis Grizzlies finished their season with the league's worst record. They won only 22 games that year, but they made a big move. The Grizzlies hired Chris WallaceMore >>
Just six years ago, the Memphis Grizzlies finished their season with the league's worst record. They won only 22 games that year, but they made a big move. The Grizzlies hired Chris Wallace to be the team's general manager.More >>
Thursday, May 16 2013 4:59 PM EDT2013-05-16 20:59:35 GMT
(WMC-TV) - In the fourth day of his own spending trial, Southaven Mayor Greg Davis took the stand in his own defense. His testimony focused on exactly what he bought, when he bought it, and whose moneyMore >>
In the fourth day of his own spending trial, Southaven Mayor Greg Davis took the stand in his own defense.More >>
Thursday, May 16 2013 4:54 PM EDT2013-05-16 20:54:15 GMT
(WMC-TV) - Many Memphians are proud of what the Memphis Grizzlies have accomplished already. But one local blogger was able to put into words the kind of heart this city really has -- and how the GrizzliesMore >>
Many Memphians are proud of what the Memphis Grizzlies have accomplished already. But one local blogger was able to put into words the kind of heart this city really has -- and how the Grizzlies are helping to show that to the rest of the world.More >>
Thursday, May 16 2013 4:23 PM EDT2013-05-16 20:23:37 GMT
(WMC-TV) - Corky's founder Donald Pelts has died, Action News 5 has learned.Pelts suffered a heart attack. News of Pelts' passing comes one day after the death of John Willingham, another prominent figureMore >>
Thursday, May 16 2013 4:12 PM EDT2013-05-16 20:12:07 GMT
(WMC-TV) - The Shelby County School Board approved a $1.18 billion budget for the 2013-2014 school year. The budget passed by a 17-3 vote. It will be sent to the Shelby County Commission. Action NewsMore >>
The Shelby County School Board approved a $1.18 billion budget for the 2013-2014 school year.More >>
Thursday, May 16 2013 3:19 PM EDT2013-05-16 19:19:06 GMT
(WMC-TV) - The man who is accused of trying to abduct an elderly woman turned himself into authorities Thursday. The victim told police she was loading groceries into her car Tuesday when she was approachedMore >>
The man who is accused of trying to abduct an elderly woman turned himself into authorities Thursday.More >>
Thursday, May 16 2013 12:39 PM EDT2013-05-16 16:39:17 GMT
(WMC-TV) - The Memphis Grizzlies are on fire, earning a place in the Western Conference Finals with an 88-84 win against the Oklahoma City Thunder. The Grizzlies' berth into the finals is a first in franchiseMore >>
The Memphis Grizzlies are on fire, earning a place in the Western Conference Finals with an 88-84 win against the Oklahoma City Thunder. The Grizzlies' berth into the finals is a first in franchise history.More >>
Thursday, May 16 2013 12:37 PM EDT2013-05-16 16:37:09 GMT
(WMC-TV) - Grit. Grind. The Grizzlies finished the Oklahoma City Thunder on their home court and arrived in Memphis to a hero's welcome. Now, the Grizz are heading to the Western Conference FinalsMore >>
The Grizzlies finished the Oklahoma City Thunder on their home court and arrived in Memphis to a hero's welcome.More >>
Thursday, May 16 2013 9:45 AM EDT2013-05-16 13:45:18 GMT
(WMC-TV) - The storm has ended between the Oklahoma City Thunder and the Memphis Grizzlies who won the playoff series in game 5 Wednesday. Memphis beat OKC in game 5 88-84. They won the series 4-1. TheMore >>
The storm has ended between the Oklahoma City Thunder and the Memphis Grizzlies who won the playoff series in game 5 Wednesday. Memphis beat OKC in game 5 88-84. More >>
Thursday, May 16 2013 9:32 AM EDT2013-05-16 13:32:48 GMT
(WMC-TV) - It is that time of year again! Time to enter for your chance to win a beautiful new home and help the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital at the same time. Tickets to enter the annual St.More >>
It is that time of year again! Time for you to enter for your chance to win a beautiful home and help the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital at the same time.
Thursday, May 16 2013 1:48 AM EDT2013-05-16 05:48:19 GMT
(WMC-TV) - The Memphis Police Communications Department is having difficulties with the 911 phones lines Wednesday evening. In the event of a true emergency police are asking the public to stay on theMore >>
Problems with the Memphis Police Department's 911 phone lines were resolved as of early Thursday morning. Emergency calls will now be handled as usual.More >>
Thursday, May 16 2013 12:54 AM EDT2013-05-16 04:54:08 GMT
(WMC-TV) - Every Grizzlies home game is worth millions to the local economy, according to the Memphis Convention and Visitors Bureau. "It's civic pride. It's dollars. It's economic impact. It's everythingMore >>
The Beale Street Merchants Association president said the more the Grizzlies win the better it is for business.More >>
Thursday, May 16 2013 12:24 AM EDT2013-05-16 04:24:27 GMT
(WMC-TV) - A woman was reportedly airlifted to The MED after a two vehicle crash on Highway 64 near Hickory Withe, TN Wednesday afternoon. The woman is in critical condition after having to be cut outMore >>
A woman was reportedly airlifted to The MED after a two vehicle crash on Highway 64 near Hickory Withe, TN Wednesday afternoon.More >>
Thursday, May 16 2013 12:22 AM EDT2013-05-16 04:22:08 GMT
(WMC-TV) - Southaven Mayor Greg Davis' assistant took the stand Wednesday in his spending trial. Two Southaven city employees testified Wednesday in Jackson, Mississippi that Mayor Greg Davis did not hideMore >>
Southaven Mayor Greg Davis' assistant took the stand Wednesday in his spending trial.More >>
Thursday, May 16 2013 12:10 AM EDT2013-05-16 04:10:05 GMT
(WMC-TV) - Former Shelby County Commissioner John Willingham died Wednesday night. According to Shelby County officials, he was admitted to the hospital Monday for congestive heart failure. WillinghamMore >>
Former Shelby County Commissioner John Willingham died Wednesday night.More >>
Wednesday, May 15 2013 11:49 PM EDT2013-05-16 03:49:30 GMT
(WMC-TV) - A near fatal mistake shook a Mid-South family to its core after a big brother made a big mistake that almost cost his little sister her life. The family now considers themselves "the luckyMore >>
A mistake by a big brother that almost cost his little sister's life shook a Mid-South family to its core. Now, the family considers themselves "the lucky ones", and encourage other parents to rethink home safety.More >>
Wednesday, May 15 2013 10:41 PM EDT2013-05-16 02:41:07 GMT
(WMC-TV) - A picture circulating in the Mid-South of an abduction suspect now serves as a major clue to investigators. The photographer is a grandson of two elderly women himself. He said he did notMore >>
A picture circulating in the Mid-South of an abduction suspect now serves as a major clue to investigators. The photographer is a grandson of two elderly women himself.More >>
Wednesday, May 15 2013 8:35 PM EDT2013-05-16 00:35:01 GMT
(WMC-TV) - The Shelby County government is proposing a 30 cent property tax hike (per $100 of assessed value). The current tax rate is $4.02 in Shelby County and $4.06 in Memphis. Mayor Mark Luttrell'sMore >>
The Shelby County government is proposing a 30 cent property tax hike (per $100 of assessed value).More >>
Wednesday, May 15 2013 7:49 PM EDT2013-05-15 23:49:34 GMT
(WMC-TV) - Many students in Tennessee are mourning the loss of a popular former Dyersburg High School student. Rachel Swetnam was killed in a boating accident late Tuesday afternoon in Oklahoma. SwetnamMore >>
Many students in Tennessee are mourning the loss of a popular former Dyersburg High School student.
Rachel Swetnam was killed in a boating accident late Tuesday afternoon in Oklahoma.More >>
Wednesday, May 15 2013 7:13 PM EDT2013-05-15 23:13:38 GMT
(WMC-TV) - A Mid-South church and a gravel company are at war. The company wants to build a plant right across the street from a historic church in Como, Mississippi. While the plant would bring moreMore >>
A Mid-South church and a gravel company are at war. The company wants to build a plant right across the street from a historic church in Como, Mississippi.More >>
Wednesday, May 15 2013 6:28 PM EDT2013-05-15 22:28:59 GMT
(WMC-TV) - In the second day of testimony for the Greg David spending trial, an investigator for the Mississippi Auditor's Office appeared to become irritated with the mayor's attorneys. The attorneysMore >>
In the second day of testimony for the Greg David spending trial, an investigator for the Mississippi Auditor's Office appeared to become irritated with the mayor's attorneys.More >>
Wednesday, May 15 2013 6:07 PM EDT2013-05-15 22:07:18 GMT
(WMC-TV) - The Memphis Grizzlies are playing game five of the second playoff series against the Oklahoma City Thunder and you do not have to look far to see that the city is rallying around its team. IfMore >>
The Memphis Grizzlies are playing game five of the second playoff series against the Oklahoma City Thunder and you do not have to look far to see that the city is rallying around its team.More >>
Wednesday, May 15 2013 6:06 PM EDT2013-05-15 22:06:57 GMT
(WMC-TV) - Past the family goats and around a rickety old barn is where prosecutors shut down a massive illegal dumping operation. The investigation opened 18 months ago with an anonymous tip clammingMore >>
Past the family goats and around a rickety old barn is where prosecutors shut down a massive illegal dumping operation.More >>
Wednesday, May 15 2013 5:48 PM EDT2013-05-15 21:48:10 GMT
(WMC-TV) - The jackpot for Wednesday's Powerball is up to $360 million. The Associated Press reports after weeks of rolling without a winner, the Powerball jackpot has once again ballooned in time forMore >>
The jackpot for Wednesday's Powerball is up to $360 million.More >>
Wednesday, May 15 2013 5:34 PM EDT2013-05-15 21:34:24 GMT
(WMC-TV) - The Shelby County Election Commission denied the petition created by South Cordova residents seeking to de-annex from the City of Memphis. The group "Cordova's Voices" was hoping the petitionMore >>
The Shelby County Election Commission denied the petition created by South Cordova residents seeking to de-annex from the City of Memphis.More >>
Wednesday, May 15 2013 5:09 PM EDT2013-05-15 21:09:54 GMT
(WMC-TV) - The Memphis Police Department is asking for your help to identify a man who they believe tried to abduct a 74-year-old woman. The woman told police she was loading things into her car when sheMore >>
The Memphis Police Department is asking for your help to identify a man who they believe tried to abduct a 74-year-old woman.More >>
Wednesday, May 15 2013 4:40 PM EDT2013-05-15 20:40:38 GMT
(WMC-TV) - Students may have discovered a murder weapon on a school bus Wednesday morning in Panola County. South Panola Superintendent Mike Foster confirms a gun was found by children on a school bus.More >>
Students may have discovered a murder weapon on a school bus Wednesday morning in Panola County.More >>
Wednesday, May 15 2013 4:00 PM EDT2013-05-15 20:00:09 GMT
(WMC-TV) - A Jackson man is indicted on a federal civil rights charge for defacing a Torah and other religious prayer books used by Memphis' Margolin Hebrew Academy. Justin Shawn Baker, 25, allegedly damagedMore >>
A Jackson man is indicted on a federal civil rights charge for defacing a Torah and other religious prayer books used by Memphis' Margolin Hebrew Academy.More >>
Wednesday, May 15 2013 12:04 PM EDT2013-05-15 16:04:45 GMT
(WMC-TV) - The Memphis Grizzlies just keep making history. First came the franchise-high 56 regular-season wins. Then, the team rallied from an 0-2 hole against the Clippers to win four straight gamesMore >>
(WMC-TV) - The Memphis Grizzlies just keep making history. First came the franchise-high 56 regular-season wins. Then, the team rallied from an 0-2 hole against the Clippers to win four straight gamesMore >>
Wednesday, May 15 2013 11:32 AM EDT2013-05-15 15:32:48 GMT
(WMC-TV) - What happened to one Mid-South family may force you to re-think safety at your home. It is a story of a big brother, a big mistake, and a little sister who almost paid the ultimate price. "SeemedMore >>
What happened to one Mid-South family may force you to re-think safety at your home. It is a story of a big brother, a big mistake, and a little sister who almost paid the ultimate price.More >>
Wednesday, May 15 2013 9:26 AM EDT2013-05-15 13:26:53 GMT
(WMC-TV) - One Mid-South university is taking some creative steps to help students pay their tuition Strayer University officials say have set up a "graduation fund" to offset skyrocketing tuition costsMore >>
Strayer University officials say have set up a "graduation fund" to offset skyrocketing tuition costs many students are facing.More >>
Wednesday, May 15 2013 7:11 AM EDT2013-05-15 11:11:07 GMT
(WMC-TV) - The Memphis Grizzlies returned to Oklahoma City on the eve of an historic playoff game 5 against the Thunder. Wednesday's game is the chance to closeout this West Conference Semifinals seriesMore >>
The Memphis Grizzlies returned to Oklahoma City on the eve of an historic playoff game 5 against the Thunder.More >>
Wednesday, May 15 2013 6:13 AM EDT2013-05-15 10:13:55 GMT
(WMC-TV) - Parents are outraged over a plan to invest $20 million dollars into Shelby County suburban schools that plan to leave the district. "Don't start something you can't finish, and spend $20 millionMore >>
Parents are outraged over a plan to invest $20 million dollars into Shelby County suburban schools that plan to leave the district.More >>
Wednesday, May 15 2013 5:38 AM EDT2013-05-15 09:38:53 GMT
(WMC-TV) - Investigators in Marshall County are looking to bring a shooting suspect to justice.At 9:15 last night, Tracy Dennis was shot several times at The Grove of Cayce trailer park off of Cacye Road.DennisMore >>
(WMC-TV) - Investigators in Marshall County are looking to bring a shooting suspect to justice.At 9:15 last night, Tracy Dennis was shot several times at The Grove of Cayce trailer park off of Cacye Road.DennisMore >>
Tuesday, May 14 2013 11:58 PM EDT2013-05-15 03:58:39 GMT
(WMC-TV) - Memphis' own Kris Thomas and Sarah Simmons advance to the next round of NBC's "The Voice" after results were revealed Tuesday night. Voting for the national competition took place Monday afterMore >>
Memphis' own Kris Thomas and Sarah Simmons advance to the next round of NBC's "The Voice" after results were revealed Tuesday night. More >>
Tuesday, May 14 2013 11:17 PM EDT2013-05-15 03:17:06 GMT
(WMC-TV) - Federal safety officials want to lower the legal limit for blood alcohol levels. It could mean more DUI arrests, and more lives saved. Under current laws a woman who weighs 150 pounds can drinkMore >>
Federal safety officials want to lower the legal limit for blood alcohol levels. It could mean more DUI arrests, and more lives saved.More >>
Tuesday, May 14 2013 11:12 PM EDT2013-05-15 03:12:35 GMT
(WMC-TV) - The unified Shelby County Schools budget battle focused on the youngest of students Tuesday, and whether all Pre-K classes are even worth saving. It was the first official budget overview forMore >>
The unified Shelby County Schools budget battle focused on the youngest of students Tuesday, and whether all Pre-K classes are even worth saving.More >>
Tuesday, May 14 2013 9:46 PM EDT2013-05-15 01:46:04 GMT
(WMC-TV) - Two talented performers from Memphis rocked "The Voice" stage Monday during a nationwide broadcast. Sarah Simmons and Kris Thomas waited Tuesday afternoon to find out if they won America's vote. TheMore >>
Two talented performers from Memphis rocked "The Voice" stage Monday during a nationwide broadcast.
Tuesday, May 14 2013 8:10 PM EDT2013-05-15 00:10:14 GMT
(WMC-TV) - Whiteville police and residents are on edge after three armed robberies in just one week. Just last night, a masked man walked into a popular 24-hour BP, fired shots, and took cash. That suspectMore >>
A Mid-South community is on edge following three robberies in the past week. The most recent robbery happened Monday night at a BP gas station in Whiteville, Tennessee, and it was all caught on camera.More >>
Tuesday, May 14 2013 7:29 PM EDT2013-05-14 23:29:47 GMT
(WMC-TV) - The Grizzlies are getting national attention for their success in the NBA playoffs. But the players are not the only stars, fans are garnering a spotlight, too. Sports Illustrated and severalMore >>
The Grizzlies are getting national attention for their success in the NBA playoffs. But the players are not the only stars, fans are garnering a spotlight, too.More >>
Tuesday, May 14 2013 6:27 PM EDT2013-05-14 22:27:57 GMT
(WMC-TV) - iPhone users need to beware of a new theft trend sweeping the nation. It is called "apple picking". Having your cell phone snatched from right under your nose is such a common occurrence, itMore >>
iPhone users need to beware of a new theft trend sweeping the nation. It is called "apple picking".More >>
Tuesday, May 14 2013 6:25 PM EDT2013-05-14 22:25:33 GMT
(WMC-TV) - Hours after Monday's win against OKC, sports writers were taking to the Internet to talk about the atmosphere inside the Grindhouse. The articles and blog posts included the Grizzlies fans whoMore >>
Hours after Monday's win against OKC, sports writers were taking to the Internet to talk about the atmosphere inside the Grindhouse.More >>
Tuesday, May 14 2013 6:18 PM EDT2013-05-14 22:18:04 GMT
(WMC-TV) - A baseball team in Senatobia, Mississippi has not lost a game all year. Their record is 38-0 and they are among the best in the country. The Magnolia Heights School baseball team is the talkMore >>
A baseball team in Senatobia, Mississippi has not lost a game all year. Their record is 38-0 and they are among the best in the country.
Tuesday, May 14 2013 6:10 PM EDT2013-05-14 22:10:05 GMT
(WMC-TV) - A stepson who is charged with killing his stepfather at a family cookout on Mother's Day remains in jail on a $1 million bond. DeAndre Lax, 29, is accused of murdering William Jones, 35, inMore >>
A stepson who is charged with killing his stepfather at a family cookout on Mother's Day remains in jail on a $1 million bond.More >>
Tuesday, May 14 2013 6:08 PM EDT2013-05-14 22:08:15 GMT
(WMC-TV) - Memphis police are searching for a 5-year-old boy who went missing after school Tuesday afternoon. According to Memphis City Schools, the boy and his brother were walking home when the olderMore >>
The search for a 5-year-old reported missing after school is off.More >>
Tuesday, May 14 2013 5:56 PM EDT2013-05-14 21:56:07 GMT
(WMC-TV) - The public is preparing to speak out on proposed cuts made by the Unified School Board, including major cuts to Pre-K education. Everybody "believes" in Memphis these days thanks to the Grizzlies,More >>
The public is preparing to speak out on proposed cuts made by the Unified School Board, including major cuts to Pre-K education.More >>
Tuesday, May 14 2013 5:21 PM EDT2013-05-14 21:21:24 GMT
(WMC-TV) - The City of Memphis is trying to make it easy for youngsters to, not only, find a cool air conditioned place to hang out and read, but also do a little swimming. "We have 13 outdoor swimmingMore >>
The City of Memphis is trying to make it easy for youngsters to, not only, find a cool air conditioned place to hang out and read, but also do a little swimming.More >>
Tuesday, May 14 2013 5:12 PM EDT2013-05-14 21:12:38 GMT
(WMC-TV) - The Memphis Area Transit Authority (MATA) is facing funding cuts after losing $2 million last year. The Memphis City Council proposed the cuts in a budget hearing Tuesday afternoon. Haji CobbinsMore >>
The Memphis Area Transit Authority (MATA) is facing funding cuts after losing $2 million last year. The Memphis City Council proposed the cuts in a budget hearing Tuesday afternoon.More >>
Tuesday, May 14 2013 4:12 PM EDT2013-05-14 20:12:33 GMT
(WMC-TV) - An accident involving a truck and a MATA bus is blocking I-240 southbound at South Parkway. The truck is on its side, blocking all of the southbound lanes. According to police, the driver ofMore >>
MATA identified the bus driver killed in a collision with a cement truck Tuesday morning.More >>
