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…
Fatal multi-vehicle accident on I-40, military equipment involved, one dead
LITTLE ROCK (KATV) — Update — ARDOT has confirmed that one of the semi-trailers involved was carrying military equipment. Louisiana officials were called to remove the equipment because it could potentially be explosive. At 5:30 p.m. a grass fire broke…
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…
Fatal multi-vehicle accident on I-40, military equipment involved, one dead
LITTLE ROCK (KATV) — Update — ARDOT has confirmed that one of the semi-trailers involved was carrying military equipment. Louisiana officials were called to remove the equipment because it could potentially be explosive. At 5:30 p.m. a grass fire broke…
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…
TxDOT will close lanes and ramps for work on I-40 starting Monday
AMARILLO, Texas (KFDA) – Officials with the Texas Department of Transportation said motorists should expect lane and ramp closures starting Monday as work continues on I-40. Starting Monday, drivers on I-40 eastbound via Tyler Street and Harrison Street should expect…
Several trees downed as severe storms move through central North Carolina
WAKE COUNTY, NC — Several trees were blown down in Wake County Sunday evening as severe storms moved through the area. According to the National Weather Service, several downed trees were reported in Willow Springs and several bystanders told WRAL…
