Retail & Industry in ...
Graphic Packaging International is closing its Memphis plant in July, impacting 73 employees due to restructuring. No details on assistance for affected workers have been provided.
Crime & Emergencies in ...
One man was killed and another critically injured in a shooting in South Memphis at approximately 7:42 p.m. Local authorities are investigating and seeking information from the public.
A Horn Lake man was sentenced to 30 years for armed robbery and assault at a Walmart Market Money Center, using a debit card and car footage for conviction.
Politics & Govt in ...
Memphis city attorneys subpoenaed DA Steve Mulroy for communications related to Tyre Nichols' case, amidst a federal lawsuit filed by Nichols' family seeking $550 million for his death after a police encounter.
Arkansas State Police collaborated with local agencies in a 33-hour operation, arresting 23 for various crimes in Crittenden County, including DUIs and drug offenses.
Community & Society in ...
Knoxville's Open Streets is returning to Happy Holler on May 19th, turning North Central Street into a car-free zone for outdoor activities, supported by local businesses and organizations.
Red Lobster is set to close dozens of locations and is auctioning the contents of at least 48 restaurants, with potential bankruptcy under consideration.
A man was found dead from gunshot wounds in Fayetteville early Saturday morning, and police are investigating the homicide urging witnesses to come forward.
Memphis rapper Jucee Froot has been indicted on a felony drug charge in Mississippi for possessing psilocybin.
A Memphis man charged with shooting at security guards and possessing a gun while intoxicated was released on a $500 bond, causing public and legal debate on bail policies.
A Memphis man received a 46-month prison sentence for possessing stolen goods, including generators from a semi-trailer, and an illegal firearm, after an investigation by the Memphis Cargo Theft Task Force.
Weather & Environment in ...
Severe storms are expected to hit the Mid-South on Wednesday night, potentially bringing winds, hail, and tornadoes. Residents are urged to prepare as the area faces a "Level 2 out of 5" risk.
Joseph Brown, wanted for Aggravated Kidnapping and Domestic Assault, has been arrested in Mississippi by the U.S. Marshals after a nationwide manhunt.