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During a vigil in Austin Peay, a car with masked individuals tried to enter a restricted area. Memphis Police stopped them, arrested three suspects, and found weapons and drugs in the car. No officers were injured.
A notorious thief targeting Walmart stores in the Mid-South has been arrested for allegedly stealing $3,900 worth of goods from an Oakland, TN location, with multiple felony warrants pending.
Memphis Police reported a theft of tools worth $2,800 from a semi-trailer on Elvis Presley Boulevard, with a suspect seen on video using a white box truck.
Shelby County deputies arrested two suspects, a man and a minor, for a series of burglaries at Miller Creek Apartments after a prompt response to an ongoing incident.
Real Estate & Development in ...
Memphis unveils 10 new affordable homes in Oakhaven to address the housing crisis, funded by various governmental sources including ARPA, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony scheduled.
Weather & Environment in ...
The National Weather Service in Memphis warns of a severe heatwave, with heat index values up to 108 degrees, advising residents in affected areas to take precautions.
Community & Society in ...
The Shelby County Health Department is addressing high lead levels in 24 Memphis-Shelby County schools, providing alternative water and free lead screenings for students.
A Central High School student was hospitalized following a medical emergency due to HVAC issues affecting classroom temperatures. Maintenance addressed the issue, and classes continued normally.
An armed robbery suspect, Harold Carter, was arrested and extradited to Shelby County for a 2024 Northaven home invasion where a PS5 was stolen and a shot fired. No one was injured.
Memphis faces a heat advisory with heat index values up to 106. The NWS advises staying cool and hydrated. Chances of rain remain low, with high temperatures continuing into next week.
Sports in ...
Action News 5 releases the MSCS high school jamboree schedule, highlighting the anticipation for the football event, security measures, and the inclusion of middle school games.
Memphis Police are searching for two suspects after a carjacking at Malco Studio led to a crash. One suspect is in custody; the victim is hospitalized but stable.
Memphis police are investigating a burglary at a Home Depot where lawn mowers were stolen using a white box truck with Tennessee plates. They're seeking information.
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