Memphis library workers push for union recognition
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Memphis Public Library workers are pushing to be unionized and hosted a community rally and concert on Saturday raise awareness for their cause. The event, organized in partnership with local community organizations and bands, aimed to support Memphis library workers in their efforts to formalize...
Overnight shooting leaves man dead in Whitehaven
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Police were called to an early morning shooting on Saturday in the Whitehaven neighborhood that left one man dead. A little after 2 a.m., police responded to the 1700 block of First Green Dr., near Millbranch Rd. Police found a man who was pronounced dead on the scene. According to officials, the […]
Playa Bowls Readying New Memphis Location
Led by customer demand for better nutrition and superior taste, the fast-casual dining scene has been enjoying an undeniable shift towards healthier cuisine. Multiple concepts have popped up to meet this demand, and Playa Bowls has been among the names leading the charge. The New Jersey based chain has been winning...
Climbing inmate deaths, overcrowding plague 201 Poplar
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — An overcrowded jail system is being blamed for a recent rise in inmate deaths in Shelby County. “We need to invest more into the mental health services and support for these individuals. There are many beds that we can begin to clear out at 201 Poplar and have those beds for those more violent...
Shelby County Jail visitation suspended for 24 hours due to threat: SCSO
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A threat was received at the Shelby County Jail on Saturday evening and authorities temporarily suspended outside contact until Sunday evening, according to the Shelby County Sheriff’s Office. The threat was received around 4:40 p.m. on Nov. 8, to 201 Poplar Ave. and authorities say outside contact,...
Riders welcome MATA’s free fares, but delays keep many off the bus
The Memphis Area Transit Authority (MATA) will implement a 90-day free fare pilot program in an attempt to increase ridership. But will it be effective?. The pilot, beginning Nov. 16, is a joint effort between MATA and the Memphis City Council. While the agency hopes the program will encourage more Memphians to take...
Local sorority collects donations for Mid-South Food Bank
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The federal government shutdown and SNAP benefit cuts have several organizations stepping up to help people in need – including a local sorority chapter. On Saturday, members of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated Beta Epsilon Omega Chapter collected non-perishable food items for the Mid-South...
Did Germantown Baptist Respond to the Controversy?
In a recent social media experiment, a TikTok user, known as @Nikalie, has been reaching out to churches and religious organizations, posing as a desperate mother in need of a single can of baby formula. The objective of the experiment was to test if these institutions were truly practicing the teachings of...
City of Memphis Trash Schedule Changes for Veterans Day
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — City of Memphis government offices will be closed Tuesday, Nov. 11, in observance of Veterans Day. There will also be no solid waste collection for residents serviced by the City of Memphis Solid Waste Management Division on that day. Residents with Tuesday collection should place their carts at the...
11 Tennessee Burger Joints Where Lines Form Before Opening
In Tennessee, the search for a great burger starts early. At certain spots, the line forms before the lights even flicker on, a sure sign that the locals know where the real flavor lives. From the bustle of Nashville to the bluesy corners of Memphis, these kitchens turn simple ingredients...
