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Men accused of murdering Young Dolph stand trial

MEMPHIS, Tennessee (WMC) – The murder trial of well-known Memphis rapper Young Dolph begins September 23rd. The suspects accused of killing rapper Hernandez Govan, Justin Johnson and Cornelius Smith all face murder charges. Johnson and Smith are accused of firing…

A warm end to summer and beginning of the autumn season

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) – A mostly sunny day is in store. Highs will again be in the upper 30s, near 35 degrees. The late September warmth is expected to continue through the weekend as we now officially begin fall. MORNING:…

Several schools cordoned off due to threats

MEMPHIS, Tennessee (WMC) – Several schools in the Mid-South were locked down Wednesday morning due to threats. Germantown and Southwind high schools were locked down. “We are aware of the threat and current lockdown at Germantown High School. Officers are…

Despite the rain, the tailgaters are in good spirits and are preparing for the Southern Heritage Classic

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) – Francine may have spoiled the excitement for Southern Heritage Classic competitors who lined up at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium on Thursday, but some say it was just the perfect day! “Today is the day we stay…

Amy Slaton Halterman from TLC’s ‘1000-lb Sisters’ arrested at Tennessee Safari Park

ALAMO, Tenn. (WMC) – Amy Slaton Halterman of TLC’s “1000-lb Sisters” was arrested at Tennessee Safari Park on Labor Day after a camel bite reportedly led to a drug raid on the reality star’s vehicle. The Crockett County Sheriff’s Department…

Proceedings against released murder suspect go to state

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) – A grand jury has indicted the driver who allegedly crashed into a food truck in Cordova in May after a local bar refused to give him alcohol. Alton Turner, 43, is charged with two counts of…

Memphis tax revenue threatened by gun control referendum

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) – Republican leaders in Tennessee have threatened to withhold millions of dollars in state grants from the city of Memphis in response to three gun control bills that could go before voters in November. Last month, the…

Women prepare to tee off for lessons at the Links at Pine Hill

MEMPHIS, Tennessee (WMC) – More and more women are picking up golf clubs, just in time for the Women’s Golf Clinic hosted by the Memphis Urban League at the Links at Pine Hill. “We’re trying to introduce you so you…

Trolley operator fired after trolley service was suspended

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) – The Memphis Area Transit Authority announced August 18 that it will suspend trolley service. MATA said in a statement that services had been suspended as an investigation into braking issues was underway. According to MATA, all…

Not so hot and lower humidity during the working week

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) – A cold front triggered some showers and thunderstorms in central Arkansas. Sunday In the evening it could move over areas closer to the Mississippi Delta. First of all, it should be noted that Coahoma County in…