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    TVA CEO Lyash remains federal government’s highest-paid employee

    Lyash is the highest-paid federal employee in the country, but an independent consultant said the pay for TVA’s CEO was still 18% below the average of 42 comparable investor-owned utilities.

    By Dave Flessner November 23, 2022
  • Metro

    Carbon monoxide leak causes Midtown apartments to be evacuated, kills pets

    The Memphis Fire Department initially came to the scene at The Venue apartment complex to attend to a first-responder call.

    By Aarron Fleming November 23, 2022
  • State Government

    Kelsey pleads guilty to two counts in campaign fraud case

    State Sen. Brian Kelsey requested a hearing to change his plea eight days after an associate pleaded guilty.

    By Ian Round November 22, 2022
  • Public Safety

    Fourth suspect in Young Dolph killing appears in court

    During the Tuesday arraignment, Jermarcus Johnson, 25, was informed that his charge carries a potential sentence of 15 to 60 years should he be convicted. 

    By Julia Baker November 22, 2022
  • Metro

    Memphian among Colorado Springs shooting victims

    OUTMemphis held a candlelight vigil Monday evening at 892 S. Cooper St.

    By Jasmine McCraven November 22, 2022
  • Public Safety

    TBI charges teen shot by officer

    A 15-year-old juvenile has been charged with criminal attempt to commit second-degree murder, aggravated assault against a first responder and felony evading arrest.

    By Julia Baker November 22, 2022
  • City of Memphis

    Memphis Zoo, Overton Park finalize parking agreement

    Memphis Zoo CEO Matt Thompson met with representatives from the Overton Park Conservancy and City of Memphis Monday, Nov. 21,. 

    By Alicia Davidson November 22, 2022
  • The Early Word

    The Early Word: Iris’ new bar is open on Mondays, and we remember COGIC’s Louise Patterson

    State Supreme Court says no to mandatory life for juveniles, the TBI is investigating an officer-involved shooting and the Mississippi River is on the rise.

    By Bianca Phillips November 22, 2022
  • North Mississippi

    Hernando mayor says vote against proposed tax for parks was ‘pretty decisive’

    Despite some questions about county residents voting in the Hernando-only referendum on parks funding, the suspected votes were not enough to override defeat of the proposal.

    By Toni Lepeska November 21, 2022
  • South Memphis

    Louise Patterson, wife of former COGIC presiding bishop, set the standard

    “She had a very unique way of connecting with women of all ages, concerning real-life issues. She would often share her personal testimony and human experiences about life.” — Bishop Brandon Porter

    By Jane Roberts November 21, 2022
  • State Government

    State Supreme Court: Mandatory life sentences for juveniles ‘cruel and unusual punishment’

    “Not so long ago, it was commonplace for states to require juveniles convicted of homicide to serve sentences of over fifty years. Now, that practice has vanished. ... In the entirety of the nation, Tennessee stands alone.”

     

    By Ian Round November 21, 2022
  • Public Safety

    Suspect shot by officer; TBI investigating

    The incident began around 10:40 a.m., when a citizen reported four individuals with guns at an apartment complex near the Hollywood branch library. 

    By Julia Baker November 22, 2022
  • Downtown

    Mississippi River basin’s record-breaking drought beginning to ease

    This fall’s drought could be a harbinger of challenges ahead for the Mississippi River shipping industry.

    By Mississippi River Basin Ag & Water Desk December 16, 2022
  • State Government

    TBI, DCS tell governor: Hiring is easier when we can pay more

    “It is no secret that DCS has failed to hire and retain staff and, as a result, has seen unusually high caseload averages throughout the state,” DCS Commissioner Margie Quin told Gov. Bill Lee and his budget advisers on Nov. 17.

    By Ian Round November 21, 2022
  • The Early Word

    The Early Word: Police face social dilemma, and Kendric Davis lives up to the hype

    The Department of Children’s Services is understaffed, Ja Morant is out with an ankle sprain and Downtown is still feeling the pandemic pinch. 

    By Bianca Phillips November 21, 2022
  • Premium State Government

    Could another consent decree help rebuild DCS?

    Not long after it was established as its own department in the 1990s, DCS faced a lawsuit filed on behalf of a boy from Memphis. The class-action lawsuit dramatically changed the way the foster care system works.

    By Ian Round November 21, 2022
  • Premium Metro

    Twitter changes could do ‘more harm at the local level’

    What the new Twitter landscape will look like, if the platform survives its present challenges, has some concerned over its effectiveness as an information platform. 

    By Ben Wheeler, Julia Baker November 21, 2022
  • Premium State Government

    DCS workers, foster parents speak out with ‘calls of desperation’

    One baby in Memphis was separated from her mother for much more time than necessary because of dysfunction at the Tennessee Department of Children’s Services. After quitting, a former DCS worker says her hair is growing back.

    By Ian Round November 21, 2022
  • Public Safety

    Inmate seriously injured in altercation with cellmate

    Preliminary information indicates a detainee at Shelby County Jail is in critical condition after an altercation with his cellmate.

    By Alicia Davidson November 19, 2022
  • South Memphis

    Dreaming of a Whitehaven Christmas: Parade marks holiday season

    “You have the baby majorettes, the grown-up majorettes and all the different bands from all the schools. I love it — It’s kind of like a battle of the bands.”

    By Alicia Davidson November 21, 2022
  • Behind The Headlines

    October 2023 shaping up to be exciting election season for Memphis

    A reporters’ roundtable on “Behind The Headlines,” looks at the November midterm election results in Shelby County and the campaign for Memphis Mayor that ends with an October 2023 Election Day.

    By Bill Dries November 19, 2022
  • Education

    Two top officials leaving Memphis-Shelby County Schools

    John Barker, deputy superintendent for strategic operations and finance, is retiring. Yolanda Martin, chief of human resources, is resigning. Both were investigated recently with no evidence of wrongdoing.

    By Aarron Fleming November 19, 2022
  • Premium Public Safety

    What will local law enforcement agencies use if Twitter fails?

    The Memphis Police Department, Shelby County Sheriff’s Office and the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation all rely on Twitter to get information out to the public. 

    By Julia Baker November 18, 2022
  • Metro

    Survivor Day offers comfort for those affected by suicide

    Memphians who have lost a loved one to suicide will gather on Saturday, Nov. 19, to find connection, gain understanding and share hope. 

    By Aisling Mäki November 18, 2022
  • Update Public Safety

    Latest Young Dolph suspect allegedly aided in hideout, payments

    Jermarcus Johnson, who was wanted for conspiracy to commit first-degree murder, turned himself in today. 

    By Julia Baker November 18, 2022

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