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“When we pray and stay together, Memphis can still do some great things."
A Memphis church pastor is celebrating after a stolen trailer containing two large grills was found and returned within 24 hours. is.gd/8RvXQM
A Memphis church pastor is celebrating after a stolen trailer containing two large grills was found and returned within 24 hours. is.gd/8RvXQM
December 13, 2025 at 4:37 AM
“When we pray and stay together, Memphis can still do some great things."
A Memphis church pastor is celebrating after a stolen trailer containing two large grills was found and returned within 24 hours. is.gd/8RvXQM
A Memphis church pastor is celebrating after a stolen trailer containing two large grills was found and returned within 24 hours. is.gd/8RvXQM
The Black Farmers and Agriculturalists Association is opting out of President Donald Trump’s $12 billion Farmer Bridge Assistance Program, with the organization’s president calling the new funding program “racist.” is.gd/02cZnO
December 13, 2025 at 4:00 AM
The Black Farmers and Agriculturalists Association is opting out of President Donald Trump’s $12 billion Farmer Bridge Assistance Program, with the organization’s president calling the new funding program “racist.” is.gd/02cZnO
The Memphis Grizzlies fell to the Utah Jazz 130-126 on Friday night, snapping the team's two-game win streak.
December 13, 2025 at 3:52 AM
The Memphis Grizzlies fell to the Utah Jazz 130-126 on Friday night, snapping the team's two-game win streak.
Leaders in the Hispanic and Latino community had a meeting with Shelby County Sheriff Floyd Bonner on Friday to address the contract he signed in November, formalizing his collaboration with ICE. is.gd/RoQmZ7
December 13, 2025 at 3:30 AM
Leaders in the Hispanic and Latino community had a meeting with Shelby County Sheriff Floyd Bonner on Friday to address the contract he signed in November, formalizing his collaboration with ICE. is.gd/RoQmZ7
After six years and six million dollars, the historic Cobblestone Landing along the river in Downtown Memphis reopened Friday. is.gd/mtYq8a
December 13, 2025 at 3:00 AM
After six years and six million dollars, the historic Cobblestone Landing along the river in Downtown Memphis reopened Friday. is.gd/mtYq8a
Tennessee lawmakers are pushing new legislation to make it easier for federal prosecutors to pursue carjacking cases. t.ly/W_BaH
December 13, 2025 at 2:30 AM
Tennessee lawmakers are pushing new legislation to make it easier for federal prosecutors to pursue carjacking cases. t.ly/W_BaH
The University of Mississippi is looking to develop an entertainment district around Vaught-Hemingway Stadium. t.ly/esJq4
December 13, 2025 at 2:00 AM
The University of Mississippi is looking to develop an entertainment district around Vaught-Hemingway Stadium. t.ly/esJq4
Several pounds of dangerous drugs are off the streets of Memphis thanks to an interdiction operation Tuesday. is.gd/wZf7Ie
December 13, 2025 at 1:30 AM
Several pounds of dangerous drugs are off the streets of Memphis thanks to an interdiction operation Tuesday. is.gd/wZf7Ie
Santa Claus made an early visit to KIPP Collegiate Elementary, taking pictures with students and giving each child a special gift. t.ly/3tq86
December 13, 2025 at 1:00 AM
Santa Claus made an early visit to KIPP Collegiate Elementary, taking pictures with students and giving each child a special gift. t.ly/3tq86
A homeowner in Atlanta is accused of shooting two teens who were allegedly trying to steal packages in front of his door, according to authorities. t.ly/eRynL
December 13, 2025 at 12:30 AM
A homeowner in Atlanta is accused of shooting two teens who were allegedly trying to steal packages in front of his door, according to authorities. t.ly/eRynL
December 13, 2025 at 12:00 AM
The death of a 32-year-old man after riding a high-speed roller coaster at the Universal Epic Universe theme park was accidental, and an investigation has been closed, according to a Florida sheriff’s office report released this week. t.ly/zQvZz
December 12, 2025 at 11:30 PM
The death of a 32-year-old man after riding a high-speed roller coaster at the Universal Epic Universe theme park was accidental, and an investigation has been closed, according to a Florida sheriff’s office report released this week. t.ly/zQvZz
Jenkins served in the Frayser and Appling Farms precincts and made it his mission to make a kid’s Christmas using his own money. https://www.actionnews5.com/2025/12/12/memphis-police-continue-fallen-officers-christmas-tradition-local-kids/
December 12, 2025 at 11:15 PM
Jenkins served in the Frayser and Appling Farms precincts and made it his mission to make a kid’s Christmas using his own money. https://www.actionnews5.com/2025/12/12/memphis-police-continue-fallen-officers-christmas-tradition-local-kids/
WARNING ON AI-POWERED TOYS — A new consumer safety report warns parents about the growing market of toys with artificial intelligence, with researchers saying some of these AI toys can deliver unexpected and sometimes disturbing responses to children. t.ly/trWvb
December 12, 2025 at 11:00 PM
WARNING ON AI-POWERED TOYS — A new consumer safety report warns parents about the growing market of toys with artificial intelligence, with researchers saying some of these AI toys can deliver unexpected and sometimes disturbing responses to children. t.ly/trWvb
King Charles III said Friday that his cancer treatment will be reduced in the new year because of early diagnosis, effective intervention and adherence to doctors’ orders. t.ly/9h1gn
December 12, 2025 at 10:00 PM
King Charles III said Friday that his cancer treatment will be reduced in the new year because of early diagnosis, effective intervention and adherence to doctors’ orders. t.ly/9h1gn
DEVELOPING 🚨 Several law enforcement agencies are involved in an investigation along North Belvedere Boulevard in Midtown Memphis on Friday afternoon. t.ly/bH8Ti
December 12, 2025 at 9:28 PM
DEVELOPING 🚨 Several law enforcement agencies are involved in an investigation along North Belvedere Boulevard in Midtown Memphis on Friday afternoon. t.ly/bH8Ti
This University of Memphis doctoral graduate couldn't make it to commencement, but her professor brought the ceremony to her. See the heartwarming hospital graduation. 🎓 https://www.actionnews5.com/2025/12/12/professor-brings-doctoral-regalia-hospitalized-university-memphis-graduate/
December 12, 2025 at 9:16 PM
This University of Memphis doctoral graduate couldn't make it to commencement, but her professor brought the ceremony to her. See the heartwarming hospital graduation. 🎓 https://www.actionnews5.com/2025/12/12/professor-brings-doctoral-regalia-hospitalized-university-memphis-graduate/
A middle school student in North Dakota was arrested for bringing more than 1,500 fentanyl pills to school, according to police. t.ly/DCVYJ
December 12, 2025 at 9:00 PM
A middle school student in North Dakota was arrested for bringing more than 1,500 fentanyl pills to school, according to police. t.ly/DCVYJ
Bowman was armed when he went to Margolin Hebrew Academy-Feinstone Yeshiva of the South on July 31, 2023. https://www.actionnews5.com/2025/12/12/man-who-opened-fire-outside-his-former-jewish-school-memphis-avoids-prison-with-guilty-plea/
December 12, 2025 at 8:16 PM
Bowman was armed when he went to Margolin Hebrew Academy-Feinstone Yeshiva of the South on July 31, 2023. https://www.actionnews5.com/2025/12/12/man-who-opened-fire-outside-his-former-jewish-school-memphis-avoids-prison-with-guilty-plea/
Stunning doorbell camera video captured the moment when a home in Hayward, California exploded, causing multiple injuries.
December 12, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Stunning doorbell camera video captured the moment when a home in Hayward, California exploded, causing multiple injuries.
According to the Mayor of the City of West Memphis, on Thursday night, two drivers were involved in a racing incident that ended with an unhoused woman being fatally struck. https://www.actionnews5.com/2025/12/12/2-drivers-arrested-after-hit-and-run-leads-high-speed-chase-mayor-says/
December 12, 2025 at 7:44 PM
According to the Mayor of the City of West Memphis, on Thursday night, two drivers were involved in a racing incident that ended with an unhoused woman being fatally struck. https://www.actionnews5.com/2025/12/12/2-drivers-arrested-after-hit-and-run-leads-high-speed-chase-mayor-says/
A retired elementary school teacher who was working as a Santa character for private, corporate and organizational events was arrested in connection with child pornography charges. t.ly/iDAb7
December 12, 2025 at 7:30 PM
A retired elementary school teacher who was working as a Santa character for private, corporate and organizational events was arrested in connection with child pornography charges. t.ly/iDAb7
Sherrone Moore, abruptly fired this week as Michigan football coach, was charged Friday with three crimes including home invasion and stalking a person he had dated, prosecutors said. t.ly/mHmI9
December 12, 2025 at 6:30 PM
Sherrone Moore, abruptly fired this week as Michigan football coach, was charged Friday with three crimes including home invasion and stalking a person he had dated, prosecutors said. t.ly/mHmI9
House Democrats released a selection of photos from the estate of Jeffrey Epstein on Friday, including some of Donald Trump, Bill Clinton and the former Prince Andrew. t.ly/yyvXb
December 12, 2025 at 6:07 PM
House Democrats released a selection of photos from the estate of Jeffrey Epstein on Friday, including some of Donald Trump, Bill Clinton and the former Prince Andrew. t.ly/yyvXb