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(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 >>
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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
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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 >>
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MEMPHIS, TN (WMC-TV) - Memphis DJ John "Bad Dog" McCormack passed away Thursday after a battle with Leukemia.
McCormack has been a radio personality in Memphis for over two decades. Over the years, he helped raise millions for St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital and Ronald McDonald House in the fight against childhood cancer.
In October 2009, McCormack found out he was fighting his own battle with Leukemia and would have to have a bone marrow transplant.
The news rocked fans of Rock 103's Bad Dog and Ric. Many people in the Mid-South started a campaign to help with his overwhelming medical bills.
"He's just a good person," said Cleave Stewart, a friend of McCormack. "He would do it for anybody else and he needs this help."
Fundraisers, a website and a Facebook page were all made in support of "Bad Dog."
His cancer had been in and out of remission over the past year. Despite his illness, McCormack continued to be part of Rock 103's drive-time morning radio broadcast.
"I'm doing very well after this bone marrow thing," McCormack said in a video message posted on YouTube. "I appreciate everybody checking in with me, but there is something else we are checking into obviously. February 10 and 11, the Ronald McDonald Radiothon is coming up and it is the 20th annual Radiothon."
On February 12, McCormack received news from his doctor that tests revealed more Leukemia.
"This is my second relapse," he said. "It's part of the deal. You make progress. You may get a setback, but you just keep going and do what you got to do."
McCormack kept fighting until the end.
"What happens, it's in the hands of the good Lord, and I'm blessed from all the experiences I've had."
McCormack arranged for a message to be shared on Facebook after he passed away. A close friend posted the following:
"I have gone to be with God and he is holding me tightly and I am surrounded by many of the Ronald McDonald's House kids. Do not say you have lost a friend... One is only lost when you don't know where they are... you know where I am. I thank each and every one of you for your support and prayers. I love all of you and that will never go away. When you are having a bad day... think of my laugh or a Twilight phone or the time we met. None of us is guaranteed tomorrow, make every day great, be the spiritual leader of your family. May peace be with you. Your friend, Bad Dog."
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Thursday, May 23 2013 9:52 AM EDT2013-05-23 13:52:45 GMT
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Thursday, May 23 2013 1:22 PM EDT2013-05-23 17:22:07 GMT
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Thursday, May 23 2013 11:55 AM EDT2013-05-23 15:55:08 GMT
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Wednesday, May 22 2013 11:00 PM EDT2013-05-23 03:00:22 GMT
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A Memphis mother defends her teenage son who is charged with murdering someone at a graduation party.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 11:40 PM EDT2013-05-23 03:40:29 GMT
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The Memphis Police Department canceled a city watch for a 12-year-old boy Wednesday night.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 >>
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 11:00 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 9:38 PM EDT2013-05-23 01:38:14 GMT
MOORE, OK - The trembling, mud-spattered dog whose photo went viral on Tuesday was not actually standing watch over her owner's body - her name is Susie, her owner is named Curtis Collins, and he's alive.ThanksMore >>
There's a happy ending to the story of the little dog who was found standing guard over a body after the EF-5 tornado that decimated her neighborhood in Moore, OK. Her owner is alive, and they have been reunited thanks to the viral photo. More >>
