Eliza Fletcher’s alleged killer investigated in 2021 for rape
In September 2021, a woman told police Cleotha Abston abducted and raped her at gunpoint, yet Abston remained free until he was arrested earlier this week for Eliza Fletcher’s murder.
In September 2021, a woman told police Cleotha Abston abducted and raped her at gunpoint, yet Abston remained free until he was arrested earlier this week for Eliza Fletcher’s murder.
Corteria Wright, who died in a shooting Wednesday night, was not killed by Ezekiel Kelly, the 19-year-old accused of going on a city-wide shooting spree.Related story:
Panthers’ offense was productive and now coach Lance Tucker wants to see how team responds with huge region contest looming.
Tee Perry and Makhi Shaw each score twice while defense dominates.
Richard Clark was a humble, quiet man, the youngest of seven, and, for him, family came first. Jackson Avenue vigil hosts prayer, praise to honor victims of shooting spreeRelated stories:
Medical assistant who lived in the community was a victim of daylong shooting spree across Memphis.
When Fred Jones asked the Tigers coach to give a keynote address, Hardaway wasn’t quite sure what to say. But at Friday’s Southern Heritage Classic luncheon, Hardaway sure said a lot.Related story:
Former Shelby County District Attorney Amy Weirich talked to The Daily Memphian about the 2020 plea deal for Ezekiel Kelly that Gov. Bill Lee called an example of “soft-on-crime plea deals.” Gov. Lee calls for changes in plea deals during Memphis visitRelated story:
Ezekiel Kelly was arrested late Wednesday after allegedly killing three and injuring three others in a day-long shooting spree, some of which was streamed to Facebook Live. A tally of terror: 6 shot, 3 dead in gunman’s daylong, cross-city rampageRelated stories:
They didn’t let fear stop them. Exactly one week after Eliza Fletcher’s abduction and death, more than a thousand Memphians turned out at 4:20 a.m. to finish the run that Eliza could not.
A special development grant for Malone Park Commons in Uptown is on the upcoming Sept. 14 Center City Development Corp. agenda.
Carlson characterized Lee as soft on crime in a monologue against criminal justice reform, which, he claimed, “means letting violent people out of prison early.”
Hardaway praised his new coaching staff and said the team’s veteran leadership gives him hope they will be back in the NCAA Tournament this season.
With Every Single Thing, we rank every single dish on the menu at Pantà, starting with our favorites and working down.
The Tigers are in jeopardy of starting with an 0-2 record for the first time in nine years. Home sweet road? Tigers’ last AAC victory away from home came at NavyRelated story:
Jackson State and Tennessee State meet Saturday, Sept. 10, at 6 p.m., at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium, in what might be the final Southern Heritage Classic between the two Tigers teams.
The new turf fields will allow league players more practice and playing time.
To qualify, developers would have to invest at least $1 million in energy efficiency improvements or projects to reduce lead in drinking water.
After a tough week locally and with the remembrance of 9/11 approaching on Sunday, first responders in Bartlett were recognized Friday for their service to the community.
Area organizations are offering “safe spaces” and free admission for residents to process their thoughts.
The former principal court clerk was fired two years ago for taking nearly $62,000 in cash from evidence boxes starting in 2018. He was indicted on the criminal charges last month.
It is the most serious crisis facing the city in decades. What are Memphians to do?
Right now, in Memphis, we’re suffering — directly for some, psychologically for all — from a spate of unusual crimes. The fear for some is that the unusual is now morphing into usual. But it’s felt that way before.
Former University of Memphis tennis star wins another Grand Slam.
Jurors and family members watched intently as the state and the defense presented closing arguments on day five of the trial for Gregory Livingston.
Centennial Place Shopping Center is up for sale, Trinity Ridge Business Center and Clark Tower have new tenants and Mi Escuelita doubles its space.
Jones averaged a team-high 21.8 points, 7.6 rebounds, 2.2 steals and 1.8 assists per game while shooting 38% from 3-point range this past season for the Tigers.
Tennessee’s first-ever Playa Bowls opens in Memphis, Itta Bena and B.B. King’s Blues Club are renovated, and Central Station Memphis adds a Conductor’s Club.
The Heathfield project received its latest approval during a Lakeland Board of Commissioners meeting this week as development along U.S. 70 steadily continues.
The City of Memphis’ proposed capital-improvement budget includes issuing $17.6 million in debt over four years for the amphitheater’s renovation. A potential big-name operator could be interested, too.
The City of Memphis’ proposed capital-improvement budget includes issuing $17.6 million in debt over four years for the amphitheater’s renovation. A potential big-name operator could be interested, too.
“The liberation of the Jewish people from Egyptian bondage has become a powerful symbol of redemption not only for the Jewish people, but for the entire world.”
Here’s part three of asking Daily Memphian staffers their food hot takes, date night ideas, lunch plans and more. Digital desk manager Elle Perry, digital producer Nick Lingerfelt and reporter Sophia Surrett are in the hot seat.