Several schools cordoned off due to threats
MEMPHIS, Tennessee (WMC) – Several schools in the Mid-South were locked down Wednesday morning due to threats. Germantown and Southwind high schools were locked down. “We are aware of the threat and current lockdown at Germantown High School. Officers are…
Despite the rain, the tailgaters are in good spirits and are preparing for the Southern Heritage Classic
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) – Francine may have spoiled the excitement for Southern Heritage Classic competitors who lined up at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium on Thursday, but some say it was just the perfect day! “Today is the day we stay…
Amy Slaton Halterman from TLC’s ‘1000-lb Sisters’ arrested at Tennessee Safari Park
ALAMO, Tenn. (WMC) – Amy Slaton Halterman of TLC’s “1000-lb Sisters” was arrested at Tennessee Safari Park on Labor Day after a camel bite reportedly led to a drug raid on the reality star’s vehicle. The Crockett County Sheriff’s Department…
Proceedings against released murder suspect go to state
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) – A grand jury has indicted the driver who allegedly crashed into a food truck in Cordova in May after a local bar refused to give him alcohol. Alton Turner, 43, is charged with two counts of…
Memphis tax revenue threatened by gun control referendum
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) – Republican leaders in Tennessee have threatened to withhold millions of dollars in state grants from the city of Memphis in response to three gun control bills that could go before voters in November. Last month, the…
Women prepare to tee off for lessons at the Links at Pine Hill
MEMPHIS, Tennessee (WMC) – More and more women are picking up golf clubs, just in time for the Women’s Golf Clinic hosted by the Memphis Urban League at the Links at Pine Hill. “We’re trying to introduce you so you…
Trolley operator fired after trolley service was suspended
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) – The Memphis Area Transit Authority announced August 18 that it will suspend trolley service. MATA said in a statement that services had been suspended as an investigation into braking issues was underway. According to MATA, all…
Not so hot and lower humidity during the working week
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) – A cold front triggered some showers and thunderstorms in central Arkansas. Sunday In the evening it could move over areas closer to the Mississippi Delta. First of all, it should be noted that Coahoma County in…
Man’s pickup truck broken into in Huey’s parking lot; suspect sped away during traffic stop, police say
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) – Memphis police have arrested and charged a man accused of smashing the windows of a vehicle and stealing the owner’s personal belongings. On August 6, officers responded to a burglary alarm at Huey’s on Winchester Road….
Police search for woman accused of car theft who was driven to the store by a driver
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) – Memphis police are searching for two women who allegedly hijacked the car of a man who gave them a ride more than two weeks ago. According to MPD, the victim met with officers at the Superman…
