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Memphis Botanic Garden announced a five‑show Live at the Garden 2026 season featuring Alabama, John Legend, Patti LaBelle and more across June–September. Season and single‑show tickets will be available via Ticketmaster.
Crime & Emergencies in ...
A pit bull attacked two people at the Summereast Apartments in east Memphis; police fired shots and the victims were taken to Methodist North and are expected to recover.
Covington police charged a 67-year-old former Tipton County bus driver after a 16-year-old's complaint and bus footage prompted an investigation. Authorities say a school-bus video was central to the case.
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Cloudy morning and highs near 84°F. Showers and thunderstorms are likely Friday, with heavy rain possible and a heightened severe threat early next week.
Politics & Govt in ...
A narrow Senate vote on April 22, 2026 blocked a late expansion to Tennessee's Education Savings Account program, leaving Knox County and higher income thresholds off the table.
A Haywood County judge revoked the bonds of Jeremy Tyus and Shelton Rice after hearings; prosecutors say both will be held without bail while the cases proceed.
The American Lung Association's 2026 State of the Air gave Nashville an F for ozone pollution, citing four unhealthy ozone days in the metro's worst county while short-term particle measures improved in several counties.
A Caesars Rewards member won $1,004,494.62 on a Dragon Link slot at Horseshoe Tunica, the casino says. It’s the second seven-figure hit there in under 30 days.
Bass Pro Shops at the Memphis Pyramid was evacuated Wednesday as Memphis police and Tennessee Highway Patrol troopers responded; officials released few details. Crews saw staff, customers and hotel guests leave the building.
Transportation & Infrastructure in ...
Olive Branch Airport's runway was closed Wednesday after a small-aircraft operational incident; emergency crews responded and no injuries were reported while investigators work the scene.
A new oath on Tennessee ballot applications asks voters to 'declare allegiance' to the party whose primary they pick, prompting confusion and legal questions at the polls.
NWS Memphis put parts of the Mid‑South in a Slight risk for Friday storms, warning of large hail and damaging wind.
Two Selmer school employees were charged after separate March incidents that led to DCS referrals; one child had a carpet burn and another teen was struck.
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