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Air permit being discussed for Mississsippi SpaceXAI

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- An evidentiary hearing is ongoing in Mississippi to review an air permit given to SpaceXAI. That hearing began Monday morning and will continue into Tuesday. That hearing is being overseen by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality permit board in Jackson. At the center of the discussion…

Man allegedly vandalizes Army recruiter building with racial slur

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- A man is accused of spray-painting a racial slur on an Army recruitment building in Millington. Christopher S. Davis, 21, was charged with vandalism, to wit: over $1,000, and Civil Rights intimidation, to wit: property damage. On Nov. 7 at around 2 p.m., officers responded to a vandalism at the Armed…

Man critically injured after Binghampton shooting: MPD

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- A man was critically injured after a shooting in the Binghampton area Monday afternoon, police said. Just before 5 p.m., officers responded to a shooting call in the 200 block of Scott St. Officers were told that a man was at a nearby fire station, and the man was transported to the

University of Mississippi students on video: 'It's terrible'

OXFORD, Miss. — Calls for accountability continue on the University of Mississippi campus following the release of a Ring camera video showing white female students engaging in racist gestures and making offensive sounds that appear to be directed toward African-American students. The incident happened at an…

City continues to hear concerns about data centers

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- The Memphis City Council and some Memphis residents met Monday to discuss legislation over data centers. This comes just weeks after council members voted for a 135-day moratorium on new data centers, nearly two years after SpaceXAI’s arrival. City of Memphis’ Chief Operating Officer says he and his…

Colom leads Hyde-Smith as MS Senate race remains uncalled

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- The Mississippi U.S. Senate race between Republican incumbent Cindy Hyde-Smith and Democrat Scott remains uncalled, as numbers show Colom ahead by more than 2,500 votes. This comes as the DeSoto County Election Commission prepares to count affidavit and mail-in ballots this week. WREG spoke to a…

Woman killed in hit-and-run crash on Highway 131

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- One woman is dead following a hit-and-run crash on Highway 131 in Crittenden County, Arkansas, last Thursday. Arkansas State Police have identified the deceased victim as 58-year-old Leigh Zanone Scull of Hughes, Arkansas. According to ASP, Scull was walking northbound on the west shoulder of the…

MPD officer injured in two-vehicle crash on I-40

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- An MPD officer was left injured after being involved in a wreck on I-40 near the Flyover Monday morning. Police say that just a few minutes after 7:30 a.m., they responded to the scene of a two-vehicle accident involving an MPD cruiser. The officer was taken to a hospital in non-critical condition.

Restaurant Inspection Scores: Nov. 3-Nov. 9

Newest Restaurant Report Card | If you want the latest Shelby County restaurant scores sent directly to your inbox, sign up for it today on WREG’s Newsletter here. Each week, WREG is rounding up the highest and lowest scores from Shelby County restaurant inspections. Find more restaurant scores from Shelby County and…

Man dead after 3rd recent shooting at Hickory Hill nightclub

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Police say one man is dead after a shooting early Sunday at a Hickory Hill nightclub that has been the scene of violence several times this year. Memphis Police responded to a shooting at 4:31 a.m. at Paradise Lounge, 5959 Winchester. They found a male victim suffering from gunshot wounds. He was

2 arrested, 1 wanted, victim ID'd in Collierville homicide

COLLIERVILLE, Tenn. — Two men have been charged with first-degree murder after a deadly Halloween night shooting in Collierville, Police Chief Dale Lane said Monday. Teams are searching for a third suspect in the killing, and more charges are expected, Lane said. The third suspect was not identified. Collierville…

East Memphis bank set to come down for new development

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — An application for demolition was filed Monday for a four-story bank at Poplar and Mendenhall, as part of a major redevelopment plan at a major East Memphis corner. The demolition would take down the First Horizon Bank at 4990 Poplar. That site is next door to the old Houston's restaurant, which has

Legal battle intensifies over Tennessee's execution protocol

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- Two botched executions in Tennessee are now part of a growing legal battle over the state's death penalty. A judge is allowing death row inmates to expand their lawsuit challenging Tennessee's lethal injection protocol. In May, Tony Carruthers' execution was halted after medical staff couldn't find a…

Man dead after shooting at Whitehaven gas station

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- A man is now dead after a shooting at a Whitehaven gas station early Monday morning. Around 4:37 a.m., officers say they responded to a shooting at the Sunoco gas station, located at 1341 Winchester Road. When they arrived at the scene, a male victim was found suffering from a gunshot wound.

The University of Mississippi says it's investigating offensive, racist video

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- The University of Mississippi says it's actively investigating a video circulating online that shows University of Mississippi students engaging in racist gestures directed toward other students. "The university is aware of a video depicting offensive, hurtful, and unacceptable behaviors that…

The University of Mississippi says its investigating offensive, racist video

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- The University of Mississippi says it's actively investigating a video circulating online that shows University of Mississippi students engaging in racist gestures directed toward other students. "The university is aware of a video depicting offensive, hurtful, and unacceptable behaviors that…

Church, friends remember Judge Melissa Boyd

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- A former Shelby County Criminal Court Judge, who was surrounded by controversy before resigning in 2024, has passed away, friends and church leaders confirmed. In a Facebook post, Cathedral Praised announced the death of Judge A. Melissa Boyd. "Our hearts are saddened to hear of this loss, and we…

Driver on the run after crashing near Binghampton funeral home

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- A man was seen bailing out of a black SUV after crashing next to a Binghampton Funeral home Sunday afternoon, neighbors say. MPD said officers responded to an armed party call at Scott Street and Nathan Avenue and were actively searching for the individual. Police are not releasing any details about…

Fire causes $750,000 in damages to downtown building

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- An accidental electrical fire caused $750,000 worth of damage to a downtown building Saturday. The Memphis Fire Department responded to a commercial building fire at 22 South Second Street at approximately 5:46 p.m. Firefighters were able to bring the fire under control. No injuries to civilians or…

Women help police bust man accused of taking upskirt photos at area stores

MEMPHIS, Tenn. A man has been accused of following women around local stores and taking hidden photos with his cell phone under their clothing. Cedric Washington, 32, is booked in the Shelby County Jail on five counts of unlawful photography. According to the affidavit of complaint, the incidents happened between June…

Local organization gathers toiletries, blankets for community

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- As the temperatures begin to drop, a non-profit organization is collecting hygiene products and blankets for the homeless community in Memphis. Those items were dropped off Sunday at the Cross Temple Church of God in Christ. WREG spoke to the group’s organizer, who says community service has been a…

Fentanyl, marijuana seized after arrest in Cordova

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- A man was charged after police seized over three pounds of fentanyl and marijuana from a Cordova home on Thursday. Lachristian Dayon Freeman, 24, three counts of possession of a firearm during the commission of a dangerous felony, two counts of possession of a controlled substance with intent to…

3 men charged with murder in Orange Mound shooting

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- Three men have been charged with murder after another man was shot in the head in Orange Mound on Saturday, Memphis Police said. Kylon Tremell Young, 19, Kaleb Clark, 20, and Zachary Clark, 20, have been charged with first-degree murder. They're all scheduled to appear in court on Monday. On Nov. 7,

9 arrested after illegal drugs, guns seized from North Memphis home

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- Nine men were arrested after illegal drugs and weapons were seized from a North Memphis home Wednesday, the Shelby County Sheriff's Office says. The suspects who were taken into custody and their list of charges are as follows: Deputies say detectives with the SCSO Narcotics Division, along with SCSO…

Fire crews respond to building fire downtown

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- Firefighters responded to a building fire in downtown Memphis Saturday night. Fire crews were called to the scene between Second Street and South B.B. King Boulevard around 7 p.m. At this time, it is unclear if anyone was injured as a result of the fire or if it caused significant damage. We

Stolen vehicle chase, crash in Raleigh leads to two arrests

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- A chase involving a stolen vehicle that ended in a crash in Raleigh left two people in handcuffs Saturday afternoon. Memphis police say around 3:30 p.m., they attempted to perform a traffic stop on a stolen vehicle in the area of Covington Pike and I-240. The driver refused to stop, and a

Tight Senate race awaits results of pending Mississippi ballots

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- News Channel 3 is Your Local Election Headquarters, and as winners have been declared in most of the U.S., ballots continue to be processed in the state of Mississippi. This comes as all eyes remain on the close and closely watched U.S. Senate race between Republican incumbent Cindy Hyde-Smith and…

MPD cruiser shot at during attempted traffic stop

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- A Memphis police cruiser was struck by gunfire as officers attempted to perform a traffic stop on a vehicle near Grahamwood Friday night. Police say around 7:40 p.m., they attempted to pull over a Blue Honda Accord traveling in the area of Tutwiler Avenue and North Graham Street. During the attempted…

Elvis Presley’s music owners file new lawsuit against AI music generator

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- Elvis Presley Enterprises is among those in a group that has filed a lawsuit against AI song-generating company Suno Incorporated. In the lawsuit, plaintiffs accuse Suno of violating the “ELVIS Act” -- a Tennessee law that protects the likeness, voice and images of musicians, performers and…

Man captured after chase leads to crash in stolen car

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- A man is now in custody after the Panola County Sheriff's Office said he led them on a chase in Mississippi while in a stolen car before crashing and running away from the scene. On Friday, the Panola County Sheriff's Office deputies say it started when they were helping the Shelby County

Man on the run after chase leads to crash in stolen car

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- A man is still on the run after the Panola County Sheriff's Office says he led them on a chase in Mississippi while in a stolen car before crashing and running away from the scene. On Friday, the Panola County Sheriff's Office deputies say it started when they were helping the Shelby

Every vote counts in close MS Senate race, says attorney

DESOTO COUNTY, Miss. -- As Mississippi's U.S. Senate seat hangs in the balance, people are making sure their vote counts before the deadline. With the U.S. Senate race between Democrat Scott Colom and Republican Incumbent Cindy Hyde-Smith being so close, Attorney Jake Brown says every eligible ballot matters…

Missing Maine teen feared in danger could be headed to Memphis

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- A 14-year-old girl, who is missing from Maine and may be in danger, is believed to be headed toward Memphis. The Androscoggin County Sheriff's Office says Skylar Rowe was last seen Tuesday afternoon at her grandmother's residence on the County Road in Turner. The Sheriff's Department said Skylar may…

Search for 3 suspects who crashed car stolen from Memphis in Tipton County

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- The Tipton County Sheriff's Office is warning residents to be on the lookout for three males who crashed a stolen car into another vehicle near Hawkins Road Friday Night. The sheriff's office said just before 5:00 p.m., a Covington Police Officer spotted a stolen car from Memphis at the intersection…

Relative of Jacob Morley victim on capture, conspiracy theories

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- Eric Mohler says he is relieved the man who killed his cousin is back behind bars and that he was captured without anyone getting hurt. Jacob Morley, who had been serving a life sentence for the murder of Cody Birchfield, escaped from the Northwest Correctional Complex in Tiptonville, Tennessee, last…

AR Supreme Court vacates order removing Helena-West Helena mayor

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- The Arkansas Supreme Court has vacated a circuit court order that removed then-Helena-West Helena Mayor Christopher Franklin from office in 2025. Franklin was ousted just days after being arrested for tax evasion. The state alleged Franklin abused his office and routinely violated the law. The…

Former City Councilman eyes Brent Taylor's state Senate seat

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — An election to replace Brent Taylor's state Senate seat hasn't been called yet, but Kemp Conrad is throwing his hat in the ring. The Republican former Memphis City Councilman made the announcement Friday on his Substack. "I am running for Tennessee Senate District 31 to be a strong voice for Shelby…

As vote count continues in MS, what is an 'affidavit ballot'?

DESOTO COUNTY, Miss. — It’s a close race in Mississippi between Republican U.S. Senate candidate Cindy Hyde-Smith and Democratic opponent Scott Colom and across the state, affidavit ballots are now being sorted for consideration as the count continues. One of the questions a lot of people might be asking is – what is…

Arrest made after man crashes into apartments during chase

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- An 18-year-old is now in custody after police say he crashed his vehicle into a North Memphis apartment building after a chase Thursday afternoon. Victor Rogers is now charged with Theft of Property ($2,500 - $10,000), Evading Arrest to wit: vehicle pursuit, and Evading Arrest to wit: foot pursuit…

Judge steps away from case involving man D.A. says was wrongly convicted

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- Judge Lee Coffee has recused himself in the case involving Andrew Hayes, a man who local prosecutors say may have served years for a murder he didn’t commit. Judge Coffee filed the order of recusal motion on Friday, stepping away from the proceeding and, as he stated, causing "further delay in…

Greater Memphis Chamber names new President, CEO

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- The Greater Memphis Chamber has selected Joshua Gunn of Durham, North Carolina, to serve as the new President and Chief Executive Officer. Gunn will officially assume his new role in early December. This comes after a national search to fill the position. According to the Greater Memphis Chamber…

Memphis educator fights to close literacy gap in TN

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- Last year's TCAP scores showed improvements in literacy rates among third graders in the state, with nearly 42% reading and writing on grade level. But there are remaining challenges when it comes to children's literacy in Tennessee. In this week's Bright Spot, WREG's Raven Copeland shows how a local…

3 women injured, 3 arrested in fight with gun, wheel lock

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- Police say a fight between five women outside a residence in North Memphis sent two to the hospital with gunshot wounds and one with a head injury from a wheel lock. Police arrested three of the women after the incident Wednesday afternoon in the 800 block of Randle Street. Mecah Newberry, 30,

1 dead, 2 injured in Whitehaven park shooting

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- One person was killed, and two others were seriously injured in a shooting at a Whitehaven Park Thursday night, police said. At around 6:50 p.m., officers responded to a shooting call in the 900 block of Whitehaven Lane. When officers arrived in the area near David Carnes Park, they said they saw

Man accused of lying in wait, shooting at girlfriend's ex

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- A man accused of lying in wait and trying to shoot his girlfriend's ex-boyfriend has been charged with attempted first-degree murder. Verlente Brown, 19, was also booked in the Shelby County Jail Thursday for possessing a firearm during the commission or attempt to commit a dangerous felony. No one…

Holiday shoppers beware: Fake online stores are already open for business

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- With Black Friday and Cyber Monday right around the corner, online shoppers need to take heed. Savi Security, the consumer tech company that created the free scam checker Scamwise, has released its 2026 Holiday Shopping Scam Report, and it’s not good news. According to Savi Security’s report, online…

Woman found guilty in husband's death after argument over keys

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- A woman was found guilty by a Shelby County jury in the shooting death of her husband that stemmed from an argument over keys back in 2024. Elita Bean was found guilty of voluntary manslaughter and reckless endangerment for killing Terrance Bean. The D.A.'s office says the couple's children witnessed…

Grizzlies Prep expands to new STEAM school for girls

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- Grizzlies Prep Schools took the next step in expanding on Thursday in South Memphis. They celebrated the official launch of their STEAM school for girls, that's science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics. It's a curriculum the school has offered Memphis boys for more than a decade, but…

Crosstown CEO to step down, move to new role

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The president and CEO of the Crosstown organization plans to step down and transition into a new role, as the landmark "vertical village" prepares to mark the 10th anniversary of its revitalization. Todd Richardson made the announcement Thursday, saying he will move into the role of Chief Impact…

3 adults, teen accused of murder in October shooting, cold case

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- Three people and a teenager are accused of murder in separate cases, including a deadly October shooting and a cold case from 2023. Keelan McWilliams, 18, Christopher Garvins, 18, and a 17-year-old boy have been charged with first-degree murder in the perpetration of a robbery. Andreal Settles, 45…

Victims ID'd in fatal DeSoto County, MS crash involving officer

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Three of the victims in a fatal crash involving a Walls, Mississippi police officer Wednesday night were identified by state officials Thursday. Two of the victims in that wreck were employees of the DeSoto County Sheriff's Office. The crash happened just after 8 p.m. on U.S. Highway 61 at Church…

Central Station in Memphis sells to new investors

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- Central Station in Downtown Memphis has been sold, and the new plans for it could give the South Main district a big boost. There has been plenty of buzz for months along South Main in downtown Memphis about what was to come at the iconic Central Station, already home to a hotel.

Suspected carjacker crashes into North Memphis apartments

This story has been updated with more details. MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- Memphis police are looking for a man they say crashed his vehicle into a North Memphis apartment building after a chase Thursday afternoon. Officers say that around noon, they spotted a vehicle in the area of Jackson Avenue and Maple Drive matching the…

16 people indicted in TN drug trafficking investigation

RIPLEY, Tenn. — Sixteen people have been indicted in a West Tennessee drug trafficking investigation, the Lauderdale County Sheriff's Office said on Thursday. "Operation Tiger Punch" consists of an investigation including federal, state, and local law enforcement targeting methamphetamine trafficking in Lauderdale…

How Democrat Jesse Huseth pulled off one of Tennessee's biggest upsets

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — There was no blue wave in Tennessee on Election Night, but in Shelby County, one race bucked the trend. Democrat Jesse Huseth defeated Republican incumbent John Gillespie in Tennessee House District 97, delivering one of the most surprising victories of the night in a district that includes portions…

Mayor Young, other leaders attend annual Memphis Hope Summit

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- More than 800 people joined the conversation about the future of Memphis at the second annual Memphis Hope Summit. The goal of the event is not only to focus on the city's challenges, but also on the people, ideas, and partnerships that can move the community forward. "It would not be Memphis

St. Jude Memphis Marathon looking for volunteers

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The St. Jude Memphis Marathon is looking for volunteers, volunteer groups and cheer station groups for the marathon's 25th anniversary on Dec. 5. More than 3,600 volunteers help out with the effort. Businesses and organizations are also invited to participate in the Cheer Station Program, encouraging…

'Love Island USA' seeks Memphis singles for upcoming season

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- Are you a Memphian who's looking for love and ready to be whisked away to live in a Fijian villa with several others who are also seeking love? Well, look no further, because Peacock's hit dating competition series "Love Island USA" is searching for Memphis-based singles to appear in its upcoming…

Jacob Morley drank beer, left apology note during escape, authorities say

Authorities are still trying to piece together how an escaped Tennessee prisoner convicted of murder evaded capture for more than a week before being tracked down hundreds of miles away in Missouri. Jacob Morley, who was serving a life sentence for killing a co-worker four years ago, was apprehended Tuesday near…

Man charged with murder in fatal Wendy's shooting

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- A man has been charged with murder after another man was fatally shot at a downtown Wendy's on Sunday. Eirlon Franklin, 21, was charged with first-degree murder, possession/employment of a firearm during a dangerous felony, and reckless endangerment. His bond has not been set. He is scheduled to…

Walls, MS mayor: Multiple lives lost in crash involving officer

UPDATE: Victims ID’d in fatal DeSoto County, MS crash involving officer Note: This story has been updated with new information from the mayor of Walls. WALLS, Miss. — A wreck on Highway 61 Wednesday night involved a patrol officer and a civilian vehicle, the mayor of Walls, Mississippi said in an official statement…

Hyde-Smith, Colom await final MS Senate election results

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- The race for U.S. Senate in Mississippi is still too close to call as voters wait to learn whether Republican Incumbent Cindy Hyde-Smith will hold onto the seat or if Democrat Scott Colom will be the first African American senator elected in the state since the 19th Century. Both Colom and Hyde-Smith

5 accused of kidnapping, robbing victim of PlayStation, cash

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- Five people have been charged after a victim was allegedly kidnapped and robbed of his PlayStation and cash in the airport area on Tuesday. Geno Elion, 22, was charged with two counts of aggravated robbery and two counts of aggravated kidnapping. Zakeria Winston, 28, and Corderro Wright, 19, were…

1 critically injured in Frayser shooting; suspect at large

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- A man was left critically injured in a Frayser shooting Wednesday afternoon, Memphis police say. Around 4:20 p.m., officers say they responded to a shooting call in the 3800 block of Edenburg Drive. When they arrived at the scene, a male victim was found suffering from a gunshot wound, police…

Kustoff addresses the challenges that lie ahead after winning re-election

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- Republican incumbent David Kustoff won the 8th Congressional District race by 52% to Democratic challenger Heidi Kuhn’s 46%. The win sends the 5th-term congressman from West Tennessee back to Washington, DC to serve a sixth term. WREG spoke with Kustoff one-on-one after he delivered his victory…

Person of interest detained in fatal Jonesboro, AR shooting

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- One person is dead, and another was injured following a shooting in Jonesboro, Arkansas, on Wednesday. Police say they responded to the shooting in the 3400 block of Preakness Drive. When they arrived at the scene, two victims were located, officers said. One was pronounced deceased at the scene, and…

City declares two stores public nuisances due to crime

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- Two stores have been declared public nuisances for repeated criminal activity by the City of Memphis and the Shelby County District Attorney's Office on Wednesday, police said. Community Grocery, also known as Castalia Market, at 1701 Castalia Street in South Memphis, and Save a Stop #2, at 2757…

'Blue wave' bypasses Shelby County after redistricting

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A "blue wave" swept the country Tuesday night, giving Democrats strong majorities in both the House and Senate and finishing within just a few points of Republicans in some historically deep-red districts. In Shelby County, we saw tight races for the newly redrawn Congressional districts. Each ended…

'Going to win this,' Colom says as MS Senate ballot count continues

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- All eyes are on Mississippi as a U.S. Senate seat sits on a razor's edge. At last check, according to the Associated Press, Democrat Scott Colom is about 1,100 votes ahead of Republican incumbent Cindy Hyde-Smith, and there are still thousands of affidavit votes to be counted. Wednesday, Democrat…

Shuttered South Memphis shopping center slated for demolition

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The Metro Shopping Plaza at 410 E.H. Crump Boulevard near Mason Temple, notable for its "Think God!" signage, may be near its end. A demolition permit was filed late last week to tear down the 65,753-square-foot structure, which has been vacant and surrounded by chain-link for months. A 2025 fire…

2 women injured in I-240 West, Getwell Rd. crash

This story has been updated. MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- Two women were critically injured in a crash on I-240 West and Getwell Road, which also caused major traffic delays for drivers Wednesday afternoon, police said. At 2:30 p.m., officers say they responded to a two-vehicle crash. Two women were transported to the hospital…

Voting in Shelby County mostly smooth, officials say

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- The Shelby County Election Commission says there were minor issues on election day, but overall, the day went smoothly without any major problems at the polls for voters. This comes as Tennessee's secretary of state reports that 25 Shelby County voters cast ballots outside of the required early…

Man fires shots at kids playing near his South Memphis home: MPD

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- A 67-year-old man is accused of firing shots at kids who were playing near his South Memphis home on Monday. Arthur Vaughn is charged with five counts of aggravated assault and being a convicted felon in possession of a handgun. Officers say it all started when they responded to a shots-fired call

Brent Taylor won two races. Here's what may happen now

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Brent Taylor prevailed in his U.S. House race Tuesday, but he also won the race for his current state Senate seat — so what happens now in Tennessee Senate District 31? Taylor is the presumed winner in the District 9 House race, with 49.63% of the vote against Justin J. Pearson, who

Used car prices hit record high while affordable options shrink

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- In Wednesday's consumer alert, if you're in the market and shopping for a car right now, whether it's new or used, get ready for some serious sticker shock! We found out what’s driving those prices up and how you can steer around them and save. Research from Edmunds shows the average price

Fire crews respond to Greenville chemical plant explosion

GREENVILLE, Miss. (WJTV) - Firefighters have responded to a fire at a plant in Greenville, Mississippi. According to the City of Greenville, a chemical explosion occurred at Loveland Products, formerly Platte Chemical, around 7:10 a.m. on November 4, 2026. Preliminary information indicated that the incident involved a…

Colom addresses supporters as vote count continues in Mississippi Senate race

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - Mississippi’s U.S. Senate race remained too close to call early Wednesday, with Democratic challenger Scott Colom holding a razor-thin lead over Sen. Cindy Hyde Smith (R-Miss.) by less than one percentage point. With nearly all ballots counted, Colom has received 462,857 votes, while Hyde-Smith…

Mississippi Senate race too close to call

Mississippi’s Senate race remained too close to call early Wednesday, with Democratic challenger Scott Colom holding a razor-thin lead over Sen. Cindy Hyde Smith (R) by less than 1 percentage point.

Tennessee voters pass three constitutional amendments

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- Tennessee voters made more than just political decisions on election day. Three proposed changes to the state constitution were also on the ballot and all three passed. These changes will affect everything from who can be held without bail to what taxes state lawmakers can impose. Amendment one…

Memphis voters pass three city charter referendums

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- Memphis voters had more than candidates to consider on election day. They also weighed in on three city charter referendums. The three referendums address how city government operates, from protections for public library workers to greater transparency for lobbyists. Election results show that all…

Republicans Kustoff, Hatcher claim wins for Congressional seats

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- Republicans David Kustoff and Charlie Hatcher have both won seats in newly drawn congressional districts Tuesday. Kustoff, who represents District 8, won against Democrat Heidi Kuhn by about 11,600 votes as of 11:30 p.m., with 99% of precincts reporting. Hatcher won in District 5, beating Democrat…

Taylor claims win over Pearson in 9th District U.S. House race

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Republican Brent Taylor has claimed victory Tuesday in the 9th District U.S. House race against Democrat Justin J. Pearson. With 99% of precincts reporting Tuesday night, Taylor held a lead of about 2,500 votes, with 49.63% of the vote to Pearson's 48.5%. "Damn, the Democrats did not want to give up…

Blackburn claims victory in TN governor's race over Green

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Republican Marsha Blackburn claimed victory Tuesday in the Tennessee governor's race over Memphis Democrat Jerri Green. Final results were still coming in at 11 p.m., but at that point Blackburn held a lead of about 40,000 votes, with 45.23% of the vote to Green's 43.38%. She would be the state's…

West Memphis Mayor Marco McClendon to win reelection

WEST MEMPHIS, Ark. — It’s a party in West Memphis as Mayor Marco McClendon defends his title. The vote was called Tuesday night, with McClendon taking 81% of the vote over opponents Serenia Curtis and Cynthia McCauly. McClendon has been mayor since 2019 and will be adding another four years term to his resume…

Democrats seize House control from Republicans

Democrats on Tuesday seized control of the U.S. House, flipping the chamber after four years in the minority wilderness to usher in a new era of divided government, Decision Desk HQ projects. The change will have immediate repercussions for the workings of Washington next year, slamming the brakes on President Trump’s…

2 captured in MS shooting that left five minors injured

Note: This story has been updated with new information from law enforcement correcting the spelling of a suspect's name. MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- Two men were arrested Tuesday in connection with an October shooting that left five minors injured in Batesville, Mississippi, according to the U.S. Marshals. Renardo House, 18…

Man accused of trying to lure girls into car outside school

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- A man has been charged after he allegedly tried to lure girls into his car outside a Berclair school. Markel D. Britt, 32, was charged with solicitation of a minor and criminal attempt, felony to wit kidnapping. His bond has been set at $150,000, and he's scheduled to appear in court on

Arkansas State Police investigate death of Parkin man

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- A homicide investigation is underway in Parkin, Arkansas, according to the Arkansas State Police Tuesday. Police say that on October 29, the Parkin Police Department and Cross County Sheriff's deputies responded to Front Street after a man collapsed on a sidewalk. The man was taken to Regional One…

Local Democrats cast ballots, waiting for election results

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- Local Democrats are heading to the polls and are now waiting for election results. At the Glenview Community Center off Lamar Avenue, there has been a steady flow of voters here in the past few hours; people are still arriving even though it started to rain. There are actually two precincts at

Local Republicans await results on races across TN

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- As voters continue to head to the polls, Republicans are keeping a close eye on several key races across Tennessee. Republicans are hoping to see their candidates earn voters' support as several key races are decided Some of those races include the governor’s race, Senate race, and the US House…

Mississippi voters experiencing long lines

OLIVE BRANCH, Miss. -- DeSoto County election officials are reporting long lines at a number of polling sites. There have also been some problems. Mississippi's Election commissioner says turnout is better for this midterm election. You can see the line outside at the Seventh-day Adventist Church on College Road in…