New STEM academy opens its doors in South Memphis
MEMPHIS, Tenn. - A new school focused on setting a foundation for Science, Technology, Engineering and Math will soon open in South Memphis. Memphis Smart STEM Academy held a ribbon-cutting ceremony Saturday afternoon. There was a crowd that came out not only for the grand opening, but families also enrolled...
GloRilla’s Glo Bash Concert Hits Memphis: Setlist, Tickets, Guests, and Venue Rules
MEMPHIS — Hip-hop sensation GloRilla is returning to her hometown to headline one of the summer’s most anticipated shows — Glo Bash 2025 — on July 25 at FedExForum, just days before her 26th birthday. Despite her recent arrest in Georgia, the Memphis rap star is...
It’s time for Memphis to make its mark as a tech leader
Tennessee is experiencing unrivaled economic growth. In 2024, our state ranked 8th in the country for our growth rate. Much of this growth has been driven by rapidly expanding populations in Tennessee’s leading cities, Nashville and Memphis. The growth is no mystery. Nashville has spent decades crafting itself as an...
Bojangles employee hit in face with rod as fight turns violent: MPD
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — What started as a fight between employees at a Bojangles in northeast Memphis escalated into a violent situation with a knife, a gun and one person hit in the face with a rod, police say. Police were called to the restaurant on Whitten Road at Hillshire Circle around 11 p.m. Saturday. According […]
Daytime Auto Theft Strikes Memphis CarMax, Police Seek Leads on Stolen Camaro
Residents in the vicinity of 3475 Germantown Road were witnesses to a bold daytime auto theft this past Wednesday, as reported by the Memphis Police Department. A 2017 Chevrolet Camaro, bearing Tennessee license plate BLD9137, had just been delivered and parked at the local CarMax when it became the target of thieves.
Police investigate man found dead in car on Elvis Presley Blvd.
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Memphis Police are investigating the death of a man whose body was found in a car in South Memphis on Sunday. At 12:48 p.m., officers received a man-down call at Elvis Presley Boulevard and Kerr. They found an unresponsive adult male in a car. He was pronounced dead at the scene. Investigators […]
People Drive From All Over Tennessee To Eat At This Legendary Diner
There’s something magical about a neon sign that’s been glowing for generations, and The Arcade Restaurant’s mint green cursive against that classic red backdrop is practically whispering sweet nothings to your breakfast-loving soul. Standing proudly at the corner of South Main Street in Memphis, this isn’t just...
One Wisconsin City Now Among the Most Dangerous in America
When you think of Wisconsin, you think endless farmland, Friday fish fries, and cheese curds on just about every menu. It’s not exactly the kind of place you'd expect to land on a list of America’s most dangerous cities. But according to a new 2025 report from MoneyGeek,...
MSCS introducing ‘regional superintendents’ for new school year
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - Tennessee’s largest school district will have six superintendents next school year. Memphis-Shelby County Schools confirmed Friday that the district is introducing a new regional structure just a week before students return to class for the fall. MSCS will now operate within five regions, each...
Memphis Police Promote Public Safety Amidst Bustling Downtown Festivities
The streets of Downtown Memphis were alive with activity as thousands flocked to enjoy the pulse of the city last night. In a social media post, the Memphis Police Department announced they were proactively ensuring public safety amidst the throng. "Downtown is vibrant and busy tonight, with thousands out enjoying...
