This weekend’s ruling, allowing SB1 to take effect, isn’t what made gender-affirming care inaccessible for many people. That care had become less accessible in Tennessee — even for trans adults — since the bill was introduced in the General Assembly in November, before the legislative session even began.
I never met Roy Herron. But I’m one of the thousands he touched. Herron — who died Sunday from injuries suffered in a Jet Ski accident earlier this month — left a legacy even more meaningful than his 26 years in public office. It’s a legacy of kindness, of showing up.
The Memphis-Shelby County School board met for an academic committee meeting Tuesday to discuss education accessibility and progress for district students.
Dr. Ben Mauck, a surgeon who specialized in hand, wrist, shoulder and pediatric surgery was shot inside an exam room, Collierville Police said. One killed in clinic shooting, according to Collierville police Police take one into custody after shooting at Campbell ClinicRelated stories:
Don Crowe, MPD’s assistant chief of police services, told the council committee that the response-time data focuses on “Priority 0” calls.
Council members say they hope the question on city voters’ ballots will influence the Tennessee Legislature even if any of the measures would likely be challenge by the state if voters approve them. Police response time to priority calls down from 2022’s five-year highRelated story:
“This new unit mobilizes every tool at our disposal to prosecuting hate-based crimes, civil rights violations, violent extremism, and related crimes,” said U.S. Attorney for the Western District of Tennessee Kevin Ritz.
“It’s bad. It’s horrific. It’s terrible,” Collierville chief of police said at a press conference after responding to a fatal shooting at Campbell Clinic on Poplar Avenue near Shea Road. Police take one into custody after shooting at Campbell Clinic Related story:
If MLGW had met its tree-trimming goals, trees would have caused an estimated 25 circuit outages in 2020, according to utility President and CEO Doug McGowen. Instead, they caused 120.
Rival contender Floyd Bonner Jr. raised the second-highest amount but spent far less than Young, while J.W. Gibson topped the field in total spending.
Collierville Police responded to a shooting at Campbell Clinic on Poplar Avenue near Shea Road Tuesday afternoon, July 11.
Mark LeSure’s cause of death is still unknown, according to Officer Theresa Carlson, an MPD spokesperson.
The City of Memphis is getting more than $100 million from the state to improve water infrastructure.
Arrest is made in Casino Jizzle killing, new Rhodes center will study race and Derrick Rose could bring some closure.
The ring is primarily targeting liquor and convenience stores. As of late June, business burglaries were up 34% in Memphis. Burglary ring’s suspected organizers remain in custody, with a few exceptionsRelated story
The council also discusses two other ballot questions for next year including a residency requirement for city employees that reflects the state law to exempt police and firefighters from any requirement.
Michael Clayton, 27, was arrested Monday, July 10. He is charged with first-degree murder.
An arrest warrant has been issued for Davonte Pack, a friend of Memphis Grizzlies superstar Ja Morant. Judge to rule Wednesday on motion to dismiss civil lawsuit against Ja MorantRelated story:
Judge Carol Chumney granted the State of Tennessee’s motion to intervene in the case Monday. The state has also filed a motion to continue the case to give it time to defend state law.
One of Collierville’s assistant principals will be the next leader of Houston High School, and it’ll be something of a homecoming for her.
White finished second to Steve Mulroy in the May 2022 Democratic primary for Shelby County District Attorney General. Meanwhile, the official field for Memphis mayor stands at eight ahead of the July 20 qualifying deadline.
Faculty and students from HBCUs will partner with faculty and students from Rhodes on projects.
During Monday’s hearing, Judge Craft altered the conditions to allow Ferguson to attend church, health care appointments and job interviews.
The family of Jarveon Hudspeth continued to call Monday for transparency regarding the 21-year-old’s fatal shooting at the hands of a Shelby County Sheriff’s Office deputy on June 24.
Breakfast spot offers second chances, a Memphis Redbird has a famous mom and pickleball meets film in Bartlett.