Mercedes-Benz of Collierville employee arrested at bar in customer’s car
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — When it comes to cars, Kimberly Porter is loyal, one of those people who doesn’t play about her ride. “I love cars, I love to take care of my car,” Porter told WREG, saying her last four cars have been Mercedes. Back in December, though, Porter ran into some trouble with her […]
5 Major Retail Chains Closing Doors in Tennessee: April 2026
From the busy corridors of Nashville and Memphis to the regional hubs in Knoxville and Chattanooga, here are the five major retail chains closing doors in Tennessee. Following an extensive Chapter 11 bankruptcy process and the subsequent collapse of several potential sale agreements, Big Lots is in the final stages...
Morgan Steel Pours $11.7 Million Into HQ, 119 Jobs On Deck
Morgan Steel is doubling down on its hometown. The Memphis-based steel distributor and fabricator is pumping $11.7 million into an expansion of its Riverside Boulevard headquarters, a move expected to bring 119 new jobs to Shelby County and boost the company’s processing and fabrication capacity for local...
Payton Appointed Executive Director, Memphis VA Medical Center
Edward Payton has been appointed the new Executive Director of the Memphis VA Medical Center. Previously, he served as Interim, Executive Director Miami VA Healthcare System. He began his career at the VA Maryland Health Care System as an administrative fellow in 2013, advancing to roles such as Senior Department...
Memphis Pastors Plot $20 Million Comeback For Lost Robert Church Park
A group of Memphis pastors and community leaders is pushing a $20 million comeback for long-neglected Robert Church Park on Beale Street, unveiling a pitch on Tuesday to rebuild the historic site with a new auditorium and community spaces. Their goal is to revive what they describe as a missing cultural anchor just...
House catches fire in South Memphis
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - A home caught fire during the early morning hours of March 26. Just before 3 a.m., Action News 5 arrived at the scene of the fire on East Utah Avenue in the South Memphis, there appeared to be damage to the home, but the fire was under control.
JOB FAIR ALERT – Calling All Job Seekers
In partnership with Hollywood Library and hosted by the American Job Center – Greater Memphis, you’re invited to the “Spring into Success” Background-Friendly Hiring Event. Date: April 15, 2026. Time: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM. Location: 1530 N Hollywood St, Memphis, TN 38108. What to...
Man arrested after deadly shooting in Frayser, police say
MEMPHIS, Tenn. - A man was arrested after a deadly shooting in Frayser, the Memphis Police Department (MPD) said. Officers responded to the 1400 block of Briercrest Lane just before noon Tuesday. Police found a man with a gunshot wound. He was taken to the hospital in critical condition and...
Mother faces judge after police find remains of daughter inside Southaven apartment
SOUTHAVEN, Miss. — New developments are unfolding in a disturbing case out of Southaven after police say what began as a missing person investigation quickly turned into a death investigation. According to investigators, 40-year-old Cynthia Clemons appeared before a judge for the first time Tuesday after human...
Northwest Mississippi Community College names Wylee Sayle Most Beautiful 2026
Northwest Mississippi Community College announced in a post that Wylee Sayle of Southaven, Mississippi, was named its Most Beautiful for 2026. The college identified Mya Harden of Water Valley, Mississippi, as first runner-up; Abigail Busby of Holly Springs, Mississippi, as second runner-up; Regan Landry of Helena,...

















