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    Arrest made in Whitehaven shootings

    Memphis police have made one arrest in the Whitehaven shootings that occurred early Sunday, Feb. 19, and left one person dead and at least 10 people injured.

    By Aarron Fleming, Julia Baker February 21, 2023
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    The Early Word: Car crimes are on the rise; All-Stars get their game on

    Whitehaven and Arkabutla experienced mass shootings, a Memphis Police officer is dead and the Tigers fell to Houston.

    By Bianca Phillips February 20, 2023
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    Tennessee Republicans toy with the idea of shunning more federal money

    House Speaker Cameron Sexton and Gov. Bill Lee say they don’t want to deal with the requirements that accompany federal funding for education and HIV prevention and Tennessee is in the financial shape to replace it.

    By Ian Round February 20, 2023
  • Public Safety

    With car thefts up 138%, here’s how you can prevent it

    Kias, Hyundais and Infinities are among the most targeted vehicles, according to Memphis police.

    By Jasmine McCraven February 20, 2023
  • Public Safety

    Mass car break-ins in parking lots have locals talking — and posting

    Car break-ins are up 41% compared to this time last year, according to Memphis Police Department data. 

    By Jasmine McCraven February 20, 2023
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    MLGW leaving TVA could save $49 million annually, consultant says

    While there are real savings if MLGW buys power outside of TVA, according to EnerVision, it’s not a figure that will transform MLGW or the City of Memphis’ budget, but ratepayers would feel its impact. 

    By Samuel Hardiman, Keely Brewer February 20, 2023
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    Calvary Episcopal’s preaching series turns 100 with a roster full of favorites 

    The Lenten Preaching Series celebrates its 100th birthday this year, starting Wednesday when Pulitzer Prize-winning biographer Jon Meacham will be in the pulpit.

    By Jane Roberts February 20, 2023
  • Spirit of Memphis

    Soup’s On! Youth Villages fundraiser benefits mentoring program

    “Our kids having a mentor makes their stay with us even better. They have someone who is looking out for them, advocating for them, loving them, caring for them, and it really means a lot for their mental health.”

    By Michael Waddell February 19, 2023
  • Update South Memphis

    10 people injured, one dead in Whitehaven shootings

    Eleven people were shot, one who died, at two separate scenes in Whitehaven early Sunday morning, the Memphis Police Department said.

    By Aarron Fleming February 19, 2023
  • Shelby County

    Website helps residents have a say in Shelby County budget

    Through 901budget.com, users can access information about county budgeting and share their ideas about how funds might be prioritized.

    By Alicia Davidson February 19, 2023
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    Memphis-Shelby County Schools aims to curb campus violence

    Project RESTORE, funded through a $422,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Justice, aims to train students in nonviolent conflict resolution techniques.

    By Aarron Fleming February 19, 2023
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    Full circle: Tim McCarver back home after living a life full of dreams

    Tim McCarver, who died Thursday at age 81, was a three-sport star at Christian Brothers, a World Series hero for the St. Louis Cardinals, and a Baseball Hall-of-Fame inductee as a broadcaster. 

    By Don Wade February 19, 2023
  • State Government

    Despite national goals, agricultural greenhouse gas emissions continue unchecked

    While emissions from sectors such as energy production have fallen in the past few decades, those from agriculture — especially livestock and corn — are growing in most places. 

    By Mississippi River Basin Ag & Water Desk February 19, 2023
  • Premium Sports

    Here’s where Memphis sports venues plan stands

    Mayor Jim Strickland made a $684 million improvement proposal. Gov. Bill Lee earmarked $350 million for FedExForum and Liberty Stadium renovations in Tennessee’s budget plan. Where do things go from here? Some questions and answers.

    By Tim Buckley March 15, 2023
  • Public Safety

    Police officer in Poplar-White Station Library shooting dies

    Geoffrey Redd, the Memphis police officer wounded in the Feb. 2 Poplar-White Station Library shooting has died. 

    By Julia Baker February 18, 2023
  • Spirit of Memphis

    Female professionals cite mentorship and core values as keys to success

    During the Women and Business seminar hosted by The Daily Memphian, Thursday, Feb. 16, the three panelists agreed that good mentors are key to being successful, no matter the industry or field. 

    By Christin Yates February 18, 2023
  • Behind The Headlines

    Chamber confirms shift to advanced manufacturing, touts diversity on WKNO

    The chief economic development officer of the Greater Memphis Chamber said on “Behind The Headlines” that companies are seeking out the city’s diversity when looking to expand or relocate. 

    By Bill Dries February 18, 2023
  • Shelby County

    U.S Attorney Ritz takes oath in ceremony loaded with Memphis ties

    Julia Gibbons, judge in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit, administered the oath in a ceremony that included dozens of references to Ritz’ character, judgment and discipline.

    By Jane Roberts February 18, 2023
  • Shelby County

    Shelby County Bail Hearing Room hears its first six cases

    The hearing room is a result of a court order that followed the American Civil Liberties Union and local advocacy groups threatening to sue Shelby County government for its bail and pretrial detention practices.

    By Julia Baker February 17, 2023
  • Public Safety

    Gershun Freeman’s family seeks Justice Department investigation

    Gershun Freeman’s family members and their attorneys are asking the U.S. Department of Justice to investigate his Oct. 5 death while he was detained at the Shelby County Jail at 201 Poplar Ave.

    By Julia Baker February 17, 2023
  • Metro

    As pollution from Ohio train wreck heads downstream, communities wonder about their water

    A plume of chemical contaminants is traveling along the Ohio River at about one mile per hour and will eventually enter the Mississippi River. 

    By Mississippi River Basin Ag & Water Desk February 17, 2023
  • North Mississippi

    Gunman shoots and kills ex-wife, five others in Arkabutla, Mississippi

    The Tate County Sheriff Brad Lance told local news outlets the killings occurred at a convenience store and two homes.

    By The Associated Press February 18, 2023
  • Public Safety

    Civic leaders call for Justice Department inquiry into MPD

    Twenty-three Memphis leaders say the death of Tyre Nichols indicates deeper problems with the police department, and criticizes Mayor Jim Strickland’s administration.

    Related stories:

    Five officers indicted in Tyre Nichols' death plead not guilty to murder

    Ex-SCORPION officers transferred to MPD’s Organized Crime Unit

    By Bill Dries February 18, 2023
  • City of Memphis

    Crump: Personal connection between Nichols, police ‘untrue’

    Attorney Ben Crump called rumors of any personal connection between Tyre Nichols and any of the officers charged in his death ‘bogus,’ noting similar reports manifested after the killings of George Floyd and Botham Jean.

    By Samuel Hardiman, Julia Baker February 18, 2023
  • Public Safety

    Five officers indicted in Tyre Nichols’ death plead not guilty to murder

    All five defendants — Tadarrius Bean, 24; Demetrius Haley, 30; Emmitt Martin III, 30; Desmond Mills Jr., 32; and Justin Smith, 28 — posted bail within two days of being booked. 

    By Julia Baker February 17, 2023

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