Nearly 400 doors replaced at 201 Poplar, sheriff’s office says
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Nearly 400 doors have been replaced at 201 Poplar as officials at the Shelby County Sheriff's Office (SCSO) work to address infrastructure issues at the jail. In January 2025, SCSO Chief Deputy Anthony Buckner told reporters that a $6.2 million project had begun to replace approximately...
What was happening in Memphis history on Dec. 25? A look back through the...
25 years ago — 2000 Elderly and low-income families needing help with winter energy bills may qualify to participate in a program sponsored by Entergy. The program, tagged Energy Concern, has collected more than $140,000 through donations from customers and employees of Entergy for the fuel fund. In DeSoto County,...
National Civil Rights Museum hosting celebration for 40th anniversary of MLK holiday
MEMPHIS, Tenn. - The National Civil Rights Museum will be hosting "a powerful day of community connection, meaningful service, and celebration" to mark the 40th anniversary of the federal holiday honoring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. In an announcement Friday, the museum said the event will also be the official...
Your First Alert to a weekend front that brings a big change
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - The week comes to a close on a warm and humid note and there’s more to start the weekend, but a cold front late Sunday will bring a significant change in the pattern. The front will bring rain to the Mid-South late Sunday followed by a big shot of arctic air that will make for a very cold start...
Man shot in North Memphis as City reports suggest lowest crime in decades
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Memphis police are investigating a shooting in North Memphis that sent one man to the hospital Friday afternoon, even as city leaders point to a sharp decline in crime citywide. Officers were called just after 2 p.m. to the 2000 block of Nedra Avenue, where a...
Fun events happening in Memphis this weekend
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — It is finally Friday, and you know what that means! It is time to take a look at several events happening across the greater Memphis area this weekend. There is something for everyone. Let’s get started with “Holiday Wonders at the Garden.” The holiday fun continues at the Memphis Botanic Garden, now...
Germantown Police Nab Suspect for Alleged Shoplifting on Christmas Eve
On the evening of December 24th, the Germantown Police Department reported an incident of shoplifting on their social media channels. The arrest occurred at approximately 5:21 p.m. on the 9200 block of Poplar Avenue, according to a post by the department. The suspect was apprehended for allegedly taking merchandise...
Memphis serious crimes hit 25-year low
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Despite the latest headlines, Memphis Mayor Paul Young says the number of serious crimes is at a 25-year low. When the numbers are broken down, they show the Memphis Safe Task Force has helped make the city a safer place. “We’re not going to allow this kind of savagery to destroy our […]
Hundreds enjoy free Christmas meal from Brother Juniper’s
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Brother Juniper’s opened its doors on Christmas for a free holiday feast to the community. The restaurant offered dine-in or take-out for anyone who needed a warm meal. Hundreds of customers were able to enjoy a full spread from ham and turkey to side and desserts. Sarah Elliot, the daughter of...
Memphis soul singer, Don Bryant, dies at 83
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Memphis soul singer and songwriter, Don Bryant, died Friday morning, Dec. 26, at the age of 83. He’s best known for co-writing the hit song I Can’t Stand the Rain, which he wrote with his wife, Ann Peebles. Peebles recorded it and sent it to the top of the charts in 1973. […]
