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Germantown’s Houston High removed two baseball coaches this week; the district says the investigations into each coach were separate.
A split-second decision by Juvenile Court Judge Tarik Sugarmon pulled a toddler from traffic near Poplar Avenue. Shelby County Mayor Lee Harris witnessed and praised the rescue.
Real Estate & Development in ...
Bartlett City Schools showed preliminary designs to replace the aging Altruria Elementary and says a new building could open by early 2028. The public meeting offered a first look at renderings and a tentative timeline.
Crime & Emergencies in ...
Five people in Dyer and Lake counties were indicted after hair-follicle tests showed cocaine, meth and fentanyl in children. Authorities say more charges may follow.
A Crittenden County jury convicted Roy Allen Myers of child‑sex charges and Circuit Judge Tonya Alexander imposed a 31‑year prison term after a two‑day trial.
Two people are wanted after a Winchester Road burglary where more than $100,000 in copper, wiring and a backflow device were taken.
A North Memphis family says roughly a dozen officers stormed their home during a fugitive search; police say the address was tied to a suspect with active drug warrants. The family wants answers and is weighing legal options.
Science, Tech & Medicine in ...
A suspected Iran‑linked cyberattack plunged Stryker into a global outage on March 11, locking staff out of systems and wiping some devices. Memphis offices are among those connected to the disruption.
Politics & Govt in ...
Robbie Franks, a Memphis‑trained deputy chief with 27+ years of service, was confirmed March 9 as Millington’s new fire chief. Officials highlighted his task‑force and training experience.
A longtime FedExForum security leader says he was pushed out after a leadership change and has sued the Grizzlies, alleging racial and age discrimination.
Weather & Environment in ...
Cloudy and muggy this morning with highs near 80°F. Showers are possible Tuesday and a gusty, heavier line is likely Wednesday.
State approval clears the way for Regional One to relocate to 495 Union Ave., with officials projecting thousands of construction jobs and major economic gains.
Food & Drinks in ...
A new food-truck park on East Broadway has settled into downtown West Memphis, with permanent vendors serving hot tamales, fried gizzards and other Southern bites.
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