Two women shot at OUTMemphis after argument erupts, police say
The two women who were wounded were bystanders when one of those in the argument opened fire, Memphis police said.
Jody Callahan
Jody Callahan graduated with degrees in journalism and economics from what is now known as the University of Memphis. He has covered news in Memphis for more than 25 years.
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BusinessSt. Mary’s names new head of school
St. Mary’s officially has a replacement for when current head Albert Throckmorton retires.
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Real EstateA decade after Jerry Gibson’s murder, River Records is for sale — along with everything inside it
After beloved, though gruff, businessman Jerry Gibson was murdered in his record store, his family sealed the place shut, leaving his hundreds of thousands of collectibles untouched for 10 years. Until now.
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Spirit of MemphisAnd one more thing: Elaborate grave markers let the dead have last word
Stories of Stones event guides guests through historic Elmwood Cemetery, where many burial markers provide much more than names and dates.
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Transportation & Logistics Spirit Airlines shutting down immediately. How will it impact Memphis?
Financially troubled Spirit Airlines is going out of business, effective immediately. What does that mean for Memphis International Airport?
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BusinessTed Townsend out as Chamber president
Ted Townsend out as Greater Memphis Chamber president and CEO, officials announced Thursday, after he was placed on leave in March for unspecified reasons.
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Ask the MemphianAsk the Memphian: Did Memphians really freak out over a strange man’s earthquake prediction?
Thousands of Memphians freaked out 36 years ago when a fringe scientist predicted that a massive earthquake would strike the area.
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MetroWind, rain, hail hit Memphis; flooding possible
A line of thunderstorms bringing strong wind gusts, an inch of rain and even the possibility of a tornado hit Memphis Tuesday afternoon and evening.
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Business Belly Acres closing Collierville restaurant
The location in Southaven will remain open, they said.
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North MississippiLego madness comes to Southaven: ‘You can build anything’
At the Brick Convention, continuing through Sunday, fans can celebrate everything Lego, plus buy sets and meet master builders.
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State Government Ever the ‘cool cat’ in dapper clothes, G.A. Hardaway knew what mattered to his community
State Rep. G.A. Hardaway was known for being well-versed on issues, and being an advocate for Memphis.
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Metro Gemstones, triceratops bones and dino poop
You can find all kinds of super cool stuff at the annual Mineral, Fossil and Gem Show staged by the Memphis Archaeological and Geological Society this weekend.
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State Government State budget spikes $30M meant for Memphis
The budget “reallocates” $30 million originally proposed for Memphis to combat crime through workforce development and deterrence.
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Public Safety Teen arrested in fatal Shelby Farms shooting, officials say
Deputies arrest 16-year-old male in fatal shooting at Shelby Farms earlier this week that left Coriuan Bean, 17, dead
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Arts & Culture Expected rain pushes Cooper-Young Porchfest to Sunday
Expected rain delays Cooper-Young Porchfest one day to Sunday, April 19.
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Public SafetyTriple shooting leaves 1 dead in Parkway Village, MPD says
The incident began a little after 4:30 p.m. at a small strip shopping center at 3193 Mendenhall Road, police said.
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MusicWill the Live Nation monopoly ruling affect Memphis? It’s complicated.
A Live Nation venue is expected to open in Memphis this year. This week, a jury declared the organization an illegal monopoly. Where does that leave the city?
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Public Safety Man pleads guilty to killing ex-girlfriend at Shelby Farms in 2024
The family of Ellie Young filed a wrongful death lawsuit that Jackson Hopper had “prior violent tendencies” and “brutally and intentionally” killed Young.
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Public Safety Victim of Shelby Farms senior skip day shooting identified
“It should have been a fun day for the kids to get out and enjoy their last days of high school,” said a family member of the 17-year-old who was shot and killed during a gathering.
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Public Safety 17-year-old killed in senior skip day shooting at Shelby Farms
A student is dead after a gathering in Shelby Farms Park ended in gunfire.
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BusinessTownsend says leave was his decision — but Memphis Chamber email suggests otherwise
In a message Greater Memphis Chamber of Commerce officials sent to its Chairman’s Circle, the situation with President and CEO Ted Townsend was described as a “confidential personnel matter.”
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Arts & Culture Chucalissa festival is a reminder ‘this culture, this heritage, is important’
Hundreds of Native Americans and others gathered at Chucalissa Saturday for the first homecoming festival at the Choctaw site in more than a decade.
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BusinessGreater Memphis Chamber CEO placed on leave, reasons unclear
According to several high-level sources, Ted Townsend has been placed on leave by the Greater Memphis Chamber, but it is unclear why.
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The To-Do List Dress like Selena, party with Trekkies and get a tattoo at Graceland
In this week’s To-Do List, the Stax Music Academy takes over Handy Park, Ballet Memphis performs a Shakespeare classic and Novel’s new club lets you walk and read at the same time.
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Spirit of MemphisFrom Bartlett to the moon and back
At least four pairs of specialty eyeglasses for viewing eclipses traveled from Bartlett to the moon as part of NASA’s manned Artemis II mission to fly by the moon.
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