More sexual abuse lawsuits are filed against Varsity Spirit, The Works takes groceries on the go and we look at how a 1917 lynching still haunts Memphis today. 

The lynching of Ell Persons on May 22, 1917, shaped Memphis history. Now, 105 years later, the site has remained nearly unscathed, but what has changed?

The November ballot features four proposed amendments to the Tennessee Constitution, which will be presented by Shelby County’s new voting machines.

The agencies had assistance from nearly 100 adult civilian volunteers who acted out the roles of students, parents, teachers and patients during the drill. 

The alleged survivors listed in the newest suits, one male and two females, are represented by civil rights attorneys Bakari Sellers, Jessica Fickling, and Alexandra Benevento. The plaintiffs join the other seven female and two male accusers listed in the initial suit filed in South Carolina. 

The Downtown Sheraton is expanding, home sales are down (but inventory is up) and District Attorney Steve Mulroy is bringing in therapy dogs. 

An outline for the working group that could suggest deeper changes in the boundaries of council districts ahead of the 2023 elections started to form Tuesday, Oct. 11.

The council has unusual back-to-back meetings this week and next week, which might have been a factor in delaying what could be a standoff over the appointment for another week.

Jason Martin also said he supports legalizing and taxing marijuana.

A nonbinding resolution asks the Shelby County Commission, which funds the county-owned hospital, to pressure the hospital to allow counselors to approach crime victims.

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The four groups will work with local and national leaders on the respective issues and provide recommendations to Mulroy. 

Of the 126 individuals identified as most at-risk for gun violence since July, the program has successfully referred 12 individuals for intervention services. 

Mayor Jim Strickland and council chair Martavius Jones are at odds over a national search, Ja Morant works on his 3-point shooting and a local pastor dies in a car crash. 

COVID-19 is still with us — no matter if it's categorized as a pandemic or an endemic. And two infectious disease experts say while there is less infection than there once was, danger remains. Cloudy messaging from leaders only hurts the public health effort. 

The doctors say to expect a tough winter with more flu, and a COVID wave. They suggest being vaccinated against both and, yes, they still value in wearing a mask in some situations. 

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The deadline to register to vote on Nov. 8 ballot is Tuesday. Shelby County Election Commission numbers from July show growth since 2020 in the numbers of voters ages 28-37 and 38-47.

Memphis Mayor Jim Strickland says he is ready for the council to act on his appointment to lead MLGW. But council chairman Martavius Jones says it’s not on the agenda Tuesday and he wants a national search.

The university estimates that the new partnership with Barnes & Noble College will save students around 30% to 50% on the cost of course materials.

According to Shelby County Sheriff’s Department, Boyd struck a tree on North Reid Hooker Road near Monterey Road in Eads. SCSO confirmed his identity on Sunday, Oct. 9.

Memphians are kidnapped an average of three times a week, the Mississippi River is so low that barges are running aground and the Memphis Grizzlies have a dance off. 

Tennessee passed a law similar to “truth in sentencing” in 1979. The law led to overcrowded prisons, rioting and millions in damage to state property. The National Guard was called in. The result was a federal consent decree and sentencing reform. Will history repeat itself?

As increased rainfall and repetitive flooding strain aging infrastructure in many towns, residents along the Mississippi River ask the same question: Do we pack up and move out?

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The county’s 500-Day Committee began work six years ago to try and move people out of the jail more quickly. But one of the biggest reasons may come down to making bail. 

After flu hit historically low levels during the COVID-19 pandemic, it may be poised for a comeback. “This year we know flu is back,” said influenza specialist Richard Webby of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

Tennessee voters have the opportunity to pass a constitutional amendment that would ban all-union workplaces and require unions to provide services for which workers do not have to pay.