People frustrated as mound of tires builds behind their homes
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - A neighborhood in north Memphis dealing with an odd problem, a group of people in the Douglas area have a pile of tires that is backing up to their fence and the weather has made it even worse. “Years ago, you used to be able to...
2 men accused of stealing 9 guns from East Memphis home
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Two men are now in jail after police say they broke into an East Memphis home, stole nine guns and other property totaling more than $11,000. David Mathis, 35, and Michael Harrison, 37, are both charged with aggravated burglary and theft of property $10,000-$60,000. On June 27, officers say around...
Missing toddler, 12-year-old found, home safe after custody issue
UPDATE: Memphis Police have reported the toddler and 12-year-old are home safe with a family in North Carolina, and this was a custodial interference. MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Memphis Police are searching for a toddler and her older brother after they went missing from Lamar Avenue on Sunday. Memphis Police say 12-year-old...
Family feuds are compromising Black Tennesseans’ freedom
They say all skinfolk ain’t kinfolk, but what happens when all the kinfolk act like adversaries, and nobody’s talking like family? In a moment that demands clarity, collaboration and courage, too many of our most visible Black leaders are caught in performative conflicts that trade strategy for spectacle. From city...
Two juveniles, woman injured in car crash in Bartlett, according to MPD
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - The Memphis Police Department has reported a car crash that took place in Bartlett Saturday night. MPD responded to the crash at 6:35 p.m. at Yale Road and Old Brownsville Road. Police say a Chevrolet Malibu was driving north on Old Brownsville when a Jeep Compass...
Suspect on the run after stealing car; crashing into home in Arlington
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A suspect is on the run, accused of stealing a car before crashing it into a home in Arlington, according to the Shelby County Sheriff’s Office. At around 9:30 p.m. Friday evening, following the conclusion of the Arlington Star Spangled Spectacular Independence Day Celebration, a vehicle was stolen....
MAS hosting meet-and-greet for new director
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Memphis Animal Services announced that its new director, Suzy Hollenbach, will be available to meet this weekend. On Saturday and Sunday from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m., Hollenbach will be onsite at Memphis Animal Services located at 2350 Appling City Cove. She will be around, walking the kennels and speaking...
Retiring mayor celebrated at surprise retirement party
Photo: Retiring Horn Lake Mayor Allen Latimer receives a wood-carved clock as a gift during his retirement party. (Bob Bakken/desotocountynews.com) New people will begin taking their seats leading their respective cities this week but Friday night was about honoring the long public service to DeSoto County and Horn...
Lethal highway gun violence as holiday travel week starts
MEMPHIS, Tenn. - The Fourth of July holiday travel week is off to a deadly start in Memphis. A woman was killed and a man critically injured following yet another interstate highway shooting. AAA reported the long holiday travel week officially started Sunday, but the pavement of an interstate in Memphis was bathed...
9 Massive Secondhand Shops In Tennessee That’ll Make Your Bargain-Hunting Dreams Come True
Looking for amazing secondhand shops in Tennessee where treasure hunting dreams become reality?. These 9 thrift stores offer incredible bargains and unique finds that will satisfy even the most dedicated bargain hunters!. 1. Blues City Thrift Store (Memphis) Ever walked into a thrift store and felt like you just...
