Mid-South’s first cat cafe is now open in Southaven
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The first cat cafe to make its home in the Mid-South is now open in Southaven, where patrons can enjoy coffee and pastries with a side of cuddle time. On its website, Fancy Cat Cafe is described as a cozy, relaxing space where visitors can enjoy coffee, tea, and snacks while spending […]
Date set for FedEx Freight split from company
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - FedEx is making progress toward its split of FedEx Freight. FedEx Freight has publicly filed its Form 10 registration ahead of its split from FedEx as an independent, publicly-traded company. FedEx says the separation will, “allow for more customized operational execution along with more...
‘See him smile:’ Family of wrongfully convicted man hope he’s released soon
Tamarion Jefferson was one year old when his father was arrested and later convicted for a crime he did not commit.
Meet WREG’s newest reporter, Brayel Brown
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Every week, Defining Moments with Deja takes you behind the scenes to explore the moments that shape who we are – personally and professionally. It’s where real stories, real inspiration, and real growth come to life. ► MORE ON DEFINING MOMENTS WITH DEJA This week on Defining Moments with Deja, Deja...
Northside Square opens, transforming Memphis’ Klondike neighborhood
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — After years of planning and preparations, Northside Square is finally open. The former Northside High School at 1212 Vollintine Ave. in the Klondike community has been transformed into a mixed-use development meant to help uplift and revitalize the community. “To see this from when they first...
Pastor seeks arrest transparency from Memphis Safe Task Force
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — We have seen them at work, and the WREG Investigators were the first to ride along with the Memphis Task Force. But how much do you really know about what they are doing on the streets of Memphis as they crack down on crime? When the Safe Memphis Task Force agreed to […]
Officials meet with East Memphis residents to hear concerns over repeated shootings
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - Residents from East Memphis met with a lieutenant with the Memphis Police Department and their city council representative to share concerns about crime Friday. Earlier this week, Action News 5 told you about residents in High Point Terrace beginning to worry with gunfire ringing out almost...
Would You Try a Ghost‑Approved Burger at Midnight in Memphis, TN?
A supposedly haunted bar with a jukebox that seems to read the room, Earnestine & Hazel’s Bar & Grill has earned its legend one greasy, glorious Soul Burger at a time. Locals and travelers flock here for a late‑night bite, ghost stories, and Memphis soul music echoing through a former brothel turned dive‑bar icon.
Motion filed to revoke bond of Memphis gynecologist convicted on federal charges, records show
MEMPHIS, Tenn. - Federal prosecutors are asking a judge to revoke the bond of a Memphis gynecologist convicted of health care fraud and jail him while he awaits sentencing. In a motion filed Thursday, prosecutors said Sanjeev Kumar poses a flight risk following his conviction early January. A jury found...
Arkansas Never Saw Money Like This – Google’s $10 Billion Data Center Is Coming
West Memphis, Arkansas, sits just across the Mississippi River from Elvis Presley’s hometown. The city of 24,000 has a poverty rate above 25% and has been losing residents for decades. Now Google is betting $10 billion that this Delta town can power the future of artificial intelligence. The project...
