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Benjamin Owen, founder of We Fight Monsters, was found bound on Little Saint James and charged with trespassing. The episodes have prompted multiple arrests and court dates.
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Strong storms left more than 7,100 MLGW customers without power Tuesday; outages were concentrated on Mud Island and in Vollintine‑Evergreen.
Two people were taken into custody after shots were reported on Poplar Avenue in Collierville. Police recovered a 40‑caliber handgun and say there is no ongoing threat.
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MATA will host a May 4 meeting at Hooks Central Library to review spring schedule adjustments set to begin May 17.
Overnight severe storms dumped heavy rain across the Memphis area and briefly closed Highway 51 in DeSoto County. Drier weather returns today with highs near 736F.
Food & Drinks in ...
Mac's BBQ opened in Atoka with a ribbon-cutting celebration and is named in memory of Jerry Mac, who died April 27, 2025. The town shared photos from the event on its Facebook page.
Real Estate & Development in ...
A Shelby County court enrolled a foreign judgment against the company that owns the 21‑story Raymond James Tower, adding new legal uncertainty to downtown redevelopment.
Severe storms are likely Tuesday afternoon into early Wednesday in Memphis. Expect heavy rain, gusty winds and a small tornado risk.
A firm tied to Millington racetrack owner Darryl Cuttell bought a 169,272‑sf warehouse at 4481 Distriplex Cove for about $10.5M, underscoring investor appetite for Memphis industrial real estate.
Memphis police released surveillance video and recovered a car they say was used in the July 20, 2025 District 12 Social Club shooting. Authorities are asking the public for help identifying the vehicle.
An elderly woman was critically injured in a Park Avenue hit‑and‑run; police are searching for a gray or light‑blue Honda Civic and asking for tips.
An April 24 inspection gave Curry Bowl Indian Cuisine a score of 77 after inspectors found temperature, storage and sanitation failures. The restaurant must fix the issues before a recheck.
A man pulled a gun on a Lyft driver April 24 in the 1300 block of Faxon Avenue in Memphis; the suspect remains at large and police are asking for tips.
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