This Tennessee BBQ Spot Serves Fried Pies That Are Simply Out Of This World
Memphis knows barbecue like nobody’s business, but there’s one spot that’s stealing hearts with more than just smoked meats. A&R BBQ has been serving up finger-licking ribs and tender pulled pork since the 1980s, but it’s their legendary fried pies that have customers lining up for them the moment they hit the menu,...
Tear gas deployed to home during ICE arrest, attorney says
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — An immigration attorney is voicing his concerns about tear gas being deployed into a home with small children inside. “My big concern though, is the tear gassing of toddlers. Fortunately, they were held up in a closet. I don’t know what level of exposure everyone received from the gas, but either the...
Memphis Teen Vanishes From Facility — Turns Up in Honolulu Garage, Feds Say
A 15-year-old Memphis girl reported missing from a care facility on Sept. 1 has been found in Honolulu and taken into custody, authorities said. Local and federal partners are now working to return her to Tennessee while investigators complete welfare checks. According to FOX13 Memphis, the Memphis Safe Task Force...
Shots fired overnight in Binghampton neighborhood
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A person was shot overnight in a Binghampton neighborhood. Officers say they responded to a call at a home in the 600 block of North Hollywood Street. According to police, they say the shooting was self-inflicted. At this time, the victim’s condition is unknown. This story will be updated.
Copper thief caught in the act by Memphis Police
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A man was caught stealing copper and arrested by Memphis police early Monday morning. Mark Meetze, 53, was charged with Burglary, Possession of Burglary Tools, and Theft of Property $1,000-$2,500 to wit copper utility lines, and Possession of drug paraphernalia. Officers said while they were on...
Calls for change at jail after 3 inmate deaths
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Community members and lawmakers are calling for change after yet more problems plague 201 Poplar. WREG has been reporting extensively about the overcrowding, reports of poor conditions and understaffing at the Shelby County Jail. The influx of hundreds of inmates following arrests by the Memphis Safe...
Mid-South Food Bank demand rises as SNAP benefits lapse
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — As lawmakers work to reopen the government and restore SNAP benefits, the Mid-South Food Bank is handling an increased demand for food. Organizers said they’ve received calls from parents of disabled children in need or callers who said they would’ve gone hungry without the Mid-South Food Bank’s...
WATCH: Months later, family still searching for answers in deadly Memphis hit-and-run crash
Months later, family still searching for answers in deadly Memphis hit-and-run crash. Chris Pierce told FOX13 that on the night of Sunday, Aug. 17, his brother David and another brother had just repossessed a car and were driving up Lamar Avenue. The two brothers noticed a car stalled out in the center lane of the...
Argument over dog leads to shooting, two detained
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A shooting investigation is underway at a Raleigh fire station after a man was critically injured in an argument, Memphis Police confirm. Officers say they responded to a shooting call at a fire station on 4985 Raleigh Lagrange Road just before 9:30 p.m. According to a witness, she told police she...
Meet Our 2025 Halloween Photo Contest Winner
Memphis Parent invited you to share your most creative looks for this year's Halloween Photo Contest, presented by Compass Community Schools. The winner receives a $100 Kroger gift card, and anyone who entered or voted was also entered into a drawing for four Malco movie passes. You voted for your...

















