Wednesday, May 16 2012 7:59 PM EDT2012-05-16 23:59:27 GMT
(WMC-TV) - You can already smell the barbecue in the air. The Memphis in May International BBQ Cooking Contest starts Thursday, and a familiar face is competing. It's the 35th anniversary for the competitionMore >>
You can already smell the barbecue in the air. The Memphis in May International BBQ Cooking Contest starts Thursday, and a familiar face is competing.More >>
Wednesday, May 16 2012 7:57 PM EDT2012-05-16 23:57:44 GMT
(WMC-TV) - Drivers could soon have to pay more to drive in Memphis, whether they live in the city or not.According to the Commercial Appeal, both Memphians and non-Memphians who frequently commute to theMore >>
Drivers could soon have to pay more to drive in Memphis, whether they live in the city or not.More >>
Wednesday, May 16 2012 7:51 PM EDT2012-05-16 23:51:03 GMT
(WMC-TV) – The DeSoto County Animal Shelter is dealing with a record number of abandoned pets. And that means the shelter is dangerously overcrowded. The shelter recently took in the largest number ofMore >>
The DeSoto County Animal Shelter is dealing with a record number of abandoned pets. And that means the shelter is dangerously overcrowded.More >>
Wednesday, May 16 2012 7:48 PM EDT2012-05-16 23:48:30 GMT
(WMC-TV) - Most people will agree that it is no fun paying taxes. But scamming the IRS is hazardous to your freedom. Two Memphis women will spend a total of 23 years in federal prison for doing just that. FederalMore >>
Most people will agree that it is no fun paying taxes. But scamming the IRS is hazardous to your freedom.More >>
Wednesday, May 16 2012 7:43 PM EDT2012-05-16 23:43:20 GMT
(WMC-TV) - Mid-South investigators are the hunt for an "Easy Chair Killer". And there may be more than one of them. The case centers around the murder of a north Mississippi woman in her recliner. SheMore >>
Mid-South investigators are the hunt for an "Easy Chair Killer". And there may be more than one of them.More >>
Wednesday, May 16 2012 7:27 PM EDT2012-05-16 23:27:31 GMT
(WMC-TV) - For the first time, the parents of the Mid-South student killed by her college roommate talk about what they would tell the woman who is now convicted in the murder. A video of Tina StewartMore >>
(WMC-TV) - For the first time, the parents of the Mid-South student killed by her college roommate talk about what they would tell the woman who is now convicted in the murder. A video of Tina StewartMore >>
U.S. nuclear power regulators are requiring fewer exercises for major accidents and recommending that fewer people be evacuated right away.More >>
By JEFF DONN AP National Writer Without fanfare, the nation's nuclear power regulators have overhauled community emergency planning for the first time in more than three decades, requiring fewer...More >>
Wednesday, May 16 2012 6:08 PM EDT2012-05-16 22:08:14 GMT
(WMC-TV) – Parents are voicing concerns that Memphis City Schools Superintendent Dr. Kriner Cash has one foot out the door. This comes amid unsubstantiated reports that the superintendent plans to stepMore >>
Parents are voicing concerns that Memphis City Schools Superintendent Dr. Kriner Cash has one foot out the door.More >>
Wednesday, May 16 2012 5:51 PM EDT2012-05-16 21:51:59 GMT
(WMC-TV) - Authorities in Mississippi are searching for the so-called "Roadside Killer" and they believe robbery is the motive for two highway shootings. Officers are increasing their visibility in hopesMore >>
Authorities in Mississippi are searching for the so-called "Roadside Killer" and they believe robbery is the motive for two highway shootings.More >>
Wednesday, May 16 2012 5:22 PM EDT2012-05-16 21:22:06 GMT
MEMPHIS, TN - (WMC-TV) – Forget writing and arithmetic. Two teachers at Knight Road Elementary school in Memphis have taught students a terrible lesson. "They came home telling me about it and I saidMore >>
One teacher has resigned after a fist fight in the hallway with another teacher at Knight Road Elementary School. More >>
Deidra Shores, the 2010 winner of The Today Show's "Kid Reporter" contest, files special reports for Action News 5.
As Kid Reporter, Deidra often travels to New York to file reports for The Today Show. Deidra's favorite assignments for NBC so far have been her interview with Shaq, her coverage of the International Toy Fair, and the naming of Carnival Cruise Line's newest vessel.
When she is not appearing on television, Deidra is a student at Colonial Middle School.
In her spare time, Deidra enjoys watching television, swimming, sewing, playing computer games, and collecting quarters. She also enjoys singing, dancing, and acting.
When asked for advice from aspiring Kid Reporters, Deidra tells them to practice often, go to as many auditions as possible, and to get help from the pros.
Tuesday, May 15 2012 10:23 AM EDT2012-05-15 14:23:37 GMT
(WMC-TV) - A Bain family representative is offering new insight into the relationship between the Bain sisters and their suspected kidnapper, Adam Mayes.The family representative said family members areMore >>
A Bain family representative is offering new insight into the relationship between the Bain sisters and their suspected kidnapper, Adam Mayes.More >>
Tuesday, May 15 2012 8:25 AM EDT2012-05-15 12:25:02 GMT
(WMC-TV) – The Tate County Sheriff's Office is warning drivers to be cautious while being pulled over. The sheriff's office posted a warning on their Facebook page: "If someone attempts to pull you overMore >>
The Mississippi Highway Patrol is warning drivers to be cautious while being pulled over as they investigate two deadly highway shootings.More >>
Wednesday, May 16 2012 5:22 PM EDT2012-05-16 21:22:06 GMT
MEMPHIS, TN - (WMC-TV) – Forget writing and arithmetic. Two teachers at Knight Road Elementary school in Memphis have taught students a terrible lesson. "They came home telling me about it and I saidMore >>
One teacher has resigned after a fist fight in the hallway with another teacher at Knight Road Elementary School. More >>
Wednesday, May 16 2012 10:47 AM EDT2012-05-16 14:47:22 GMT
(WMC-TV) - The Mississippi Bureau of Investigation said it has gotten hundreds of tips, but none of them have cracked the case of the highway killer yet. They will continue to investigate each and everyMore >>
The Mississippi Bureau of Investigation said it has gotten hundreds of tips, but none of them have cracked the case of the highway killer yet.More >>
Wednesday, May 16 2012 7:57 PM EDT2012-05-16 23:57:44 GMT
(WMC-TV) - Drivers could soon have to pay more to drive in Memphis, whether they live in the city or not.According to the Commercial Appeal, both Memphians and non-Memphians who frequently commute to theMore >>
Drivers could soon have to pay more to drive in Memphis, whether they live in the city or not.More >>
Friday, May 11 2012 2:53 PM EDT2012-05-11 18:53:40 GMT
Authorities are investigating the death of an 8-year-old girl found hanging from a tree in Ragland as a homicide. Katelynn Arnold, a third grader at Ragland Elementary, was found hanging from a rope onMore >>
Authorities are investigating the death of an 8-year-old girl found hanging from a tree in Ragland as a homicide.More >>
Tuesday, May 15 2012 11:39 PM EDT2012-05-16 03:39:06 GMT
MEMPHIS, TN - (WMC-TV) – The husband of murdered Mid-South mother Karen Swift has hired a high profile attorney the same day investigators reveal they are closer to an arrest. The investigation into theMore >>
The husband of murdered Mid-South mother Karen Swift has hired a high profile attorney the same day investigators reveal they are closer to an arrest. The investigation into the murder of Karen Swift has not resulted in any arrests. But her husband's attorney said there could be more than one suspect.More >>
Tuesday, May 15 2012 12:15 AM EDT2012-05-15 04:15:21 GMT
(WMC-TV) - Jonestown, Mississippi is a tiny town near Clarksdale that, like many in the Delta, has seen better days. But residents say things would be a lot worse if not for the work of Catholic nunsMore >>
Jonestown, Mississippi is a tiny town near Clarksdale that, like many in the Delta, has seen better days.
But residents say things would be a lot worse if not for the work of Catholic nuns like sister Teresa Shields.More >>
Monday, May 14 2012 7:54 AM EDT2012-05-14 11:54:13 GMT
(WMC-TV) On This Mother's Day, the Bain family is dealing with the death of mother Jo Ann Bain and her oldest daughter 14-year-old Adrienne. Thursday, authorities rescued 12-year-old Alexandria and 8-year-oldMore >>
The father of the Bain sisters thanks everyone for their help and support on his Facebook page.More >>
Deidra Shores
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