‘I blacked out’: victim of OUTMemphis shooting testifies in court
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - The person accused of opening fire at OUTMemphis, an LGBTQIA+ advocacy organization, appeared in court Monday morning , along with one of the shooting victims. Aljon Tyler faces three counts of attempted second-degree murder and possession of a weapon during a dangerous felony. Tyler’s charges st
Suspect ID’d after shootings, police pursuit along I-40 to Jackson
(Above: Video shows the chase of Harles Smart’s truck by law enforcement) MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The suspect in a multi-county chase on I-40 that began with a shooting in Fayette County over the weekend was identified by Madison County authorities. Harles Smart, 41, of Louisiana, is being held on $1 million bond on a charge
Man charged with shooting that shut I-240, injured 2
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A 49-year-old man has been arrested and charged after a shooting that injured two people and shut down part of I-240 Sunday afternoon. Christopher Angelo Thomas is charged with Attempted Second Degree Murder and Use of a Firearm in a Dangerous Felony. Victims told police the shooting and wreck were the
Man accused of choking a woman, punching Guard member
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A man has been charged after he allegedly tried to strangle a woman and then punched a National Guard member while being detained on Sunday. Melvin Perez-Lopez, 32, was charged with assault on a law enforcement officer/first responder, aggravated assault to wit: domestic violence, domestic assault and
13 accused of smoking marijuana at South Memphis residence, obstructing traffic
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Thirteen people have been charged after they were allegedly seen smoking marijuana and obstructing traffic at a South Memphis residence on Sunday. Antonio Jones, Octavius Lenore, Deario Watson, Kristopher Jones, Jacob J. Jones, Daryl Crawford, Kevin Deal, Derrick Ray, Ke’Juan Jackson, Terriona Lashae M
Serial robber who targeted Memphis, Bartlett gas stations sentenced to federal prison
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - A serial robber who targeted gas stations in Memphis and Bartlett in five separate armed heists has been sentenced to 30 years in federal prison. Federal prosecutors announced the sentence against 28-year-old Laquarius King on Monday. King pleaded guilty in February to five counts of robbery...
Upcoming Events & Happenings: June 2026
Germantown Charity Horse Show: June 2-6, from 7:30 a.m. Tue. Free Admission. Wed.-Sat. $6 in advance/$8 at the gate, age 3 and under free. 7745 Poplar Pike. The Germantown Charity Horse Show is a U.S. Equestrian Federation Heritage Competition, giving it national recognition for its contribution to the community and to
MLGW completes repairs on Front Street water main break
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Memphis Light, Gas & Water has repaired the water main break that impacted part of downtown Memphis for days. On Sunday morning, MLGW announced that it had repaired the water main break at Front Street and Adams Avenue. The utility company initially reported the break on...
Online sports betting surges for Oaklawn, Southland as Saracen declines
Online sports betting activity increased sharply for two of Arkansas’ casinos over the past year, while a third saw its online wagering totals drop significantly. According to the Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration’s monthly gaming report, Oaklawn Casino Resort in Hot Springs handled approximately $52 mi
Memphis Public Library hosting ‘Repair Cafe’
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - The Memphis Public Library is hosting a free “Repair Café” to help breathe new life into your old items and keep them out of the landfill. Just bring in one item that needs repair. Whether it’s clothing, small appliances, bikes, or electronics, a group of community volunteers and experts will att

















