Family increases reward for Alabama man believed to be in north Mississippi area
The family of Ronald Dumas Jr., a Huntsville realtor and father of three who was abducted last December under suspicious circumstances and is believed to be in the Mid-South region, is offering a $7,500 reward for information about his whereabouts. Dumas went missing on December 15, 2024. Phone records show...
MSCS kicks off new year with pep rally for staff
MEMPHIS, Tenn.– Memphis-Shelby County Schools brought in the upcoming school year with a pep rally at the FedEx Forum. Hundreds of MSCS teachers and staff were lined up outside of the venue, waiting to get inside wearing their school colors. “First of all, I’m grateful because we’re out the building. We are mingling...
MLGW resumes disconnections as temperatures cool off
MEMPHIS, Tenn. - The heat index is below 100° for the first time in weeks. While that seems like good news, it also means thousands of families are at risk of losing their electricity. MLGW warned customers it would resume cut-offs on Friday. The company asked customers to make...
MPD investigates shooting on Waring Road
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - Memphis Police are investigating a shooting on Saturday morning. Officers responded to the shooting around 1:30 a.m. on Waring Road near Summer Avenue near the Z-Market after someone heard gunshots from the parking lot across the street. Police blocked off the road near the market and...
Orange Mound Blight Patrol captain is man on a mission
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — When it comes to cleaning up the streets of Orange Mound, one particular group stands out. You may have even seen them with their orange trash bags picking up litter. Warren Swift is not an unfamiliar face in the streets of Orange Mound. That’s usually where you can find him. Most Saturday mornings,...
Hernandez Govan, Man Who Allegedly Ordered Hit On Young Dolph, Rejects Plea Deal Ahead...
Hernandez Govan is accused of alleged murder-for-hire attempt on rapper Young Dolph's life in 2021. Dolph was shot and killed at bakery.
Memphis firefighter resigns over pay dispute, sends letter to city leadership
MEMPHIS, Tenn. - A Memphis firefighter resigned after the city council gave them a 3% raise when the firefighter's union said they had an agreement with the city for 5%. "Over my nearly decade-long career, I have watched the city government renege on at least three key promises: our pension, retiree benefits, and a...
Rise in Auto Burglaries at Memphis Truck Stop Spurs Police Action, Female Suspect Sought
Yet another vehicle break-in at a popular truck stop has Memphis locals worried about a spike in property crime. The Memphis Police Department reported a burglary that occurred at the Loves Truck Stop located at 3371 Lamar Avenue. According to the Memphis Police Department's news release, the incident took place...
Memphis Police Investigate Reports of Unclad Man Near Regency Apartments, Increased Patrols Reassure Residents
The Memphis Police Department is currently investigating reports of a man seen unclothed near the Regency Apartments, a statement released early this morning outlined. The Sex Crimes Unit, working alongside officers from the Austin Peay Station, is looking to gather more information on these incidents which have...
Wingstop worker threw ‘hot cooking oil’ onto customers, hitting one woman in the face...
It is unclear what exactly prompted the argument between the women. The post Wingstop worker threw 'hot cooking oil' onto customers, hitting one woman in the face and causing 2nd-degree burns: Police first appeared on Law & Crime .
