Pedestrian Killed In Brunswick
A Brunswick man died from injuries late Thursday night after being hit by a vehicle as he walked near his home.

Guns-in-Bars Law Struck Down in Tennessee
A Nashville judge has ruled a law that allows handguns in Tennessee bars and restaurants is unconstitutional.

U of M Student Killed at Memphis Library Parking Lot, Person in Custody
Memphis police say a “person of interest” in the case of a University of Memphis student who was shot to death at a library parking lot is in custody.

High School Football Player’s Death Caused by Heart Problems, According to Autopsy
The autopsy of an East Tennessee high school football player, who collapsed during a game, shows that he had a heart problem that contributed to the death.

Man Finds 3.2-Carat Diamond at Arkansas State Park
A Murfreesboro man searching for diamonds at the Crater of Diamonds State Park has found a 3.2-carat gem.

Diocese: Pedophile Priests Should Get Benefits
The Catholic Diocese of Wilmington says it is obligated to keep paying retirement benefits to six priests who church officials have confirmed are pedophiles.

Boyfriend Suspected of Shooting Memphis Teen to Death
Memphis police say a teenage girl was gunned down in North Memphis and investigators believe her boyfriend may be the shooter.

Man Found Dead in Car in Northaven Neighborhood
Deputies say a man was found slumped over the wheel of a car parked in a Northaven neighborhood.

Child Sex Trafficking Case, Man Gets 10 Years
A Mississippi man has been sentenced to 10 years in federal prison without parole for attempting to have sex with underage prostitutes.

Graceland To Have Traditional Holiday Decorations
Singer Richard Marx and children from St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in Memphis will flip the switch Friday to begin the holiday season at Graceland.

Shelby County Deputies Checking Homes For Holidays
If you are going out of town for the holidays, Shelby County Deputies can keep an eye on your home.

Millions Face Hunger in Tennessee
A new report from the U.S. Department of Agriculture says 49 million families struggle to put food on the table, and 2.5 million are in Tennessee.

P&G Recalls Vicks Nasal Spray After Bacteria Found
The Procter & Gamble Co. is recalling some 120,000 bottles of Vicks Sinex nasal spray after the company found bacteria in some samples during routine testing.

Bug Fixed, But Delays, Frustrations Linger After FAA Computer Glitch
It's been a frustrating day for some air travelers.

Customs Agents Seize 316,000 Bongs
Customs officials say they got a surprise when they found 316,000 glass bongs disguised as Christmas ornaments at the Los Angeles harbor.

MCS Superintendent Cash: Gates Grant Will Work
The Superintendent of Memphis City Schools says a new $90 million grant from the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation won't be in vain.

Raleigh Teen Charged with Murdering Older Teen After School
A 15-year-old MCS student has been charged with murdering a fellow high school student.

Oakland Doubles Sewage Fees; City's Legal Bills Listed as a Reason
Oakland is doubling the amount residents pay for sanitation services. The city's escalating legal bills is called one reason behind the fee hike.

Items Seized During Drug Busts Go Up for Auction
Cars, jewelry and other valuable items seized during drug busts in West Tennessee are going up for auction.

Man Found Hanging in Backyard, Memphis Police Investigate Cause of Death
Memphis police are investigating the death of a man who was found hanging from a tree in his backyard.

4 Arrested in Murder of Man Found Under Bridge in Arkansas
Four men have been arrested on murder charges in the death of a man found under the Interstate 430 bridge in November.

Man Charged With Molesting 12-Year-Old Girl in Mississippi
Police say multiple counts of sexual battery and molestation filed against a Gulfport man involve a 12-year-old girl.

Family Says Son Died From Swine Flu in Tennessee
The family of a 9-year-old Middle Tennessee boy said he died from complications from the swine flu.

Cop Suspended After Tasering 10-Year-Old Girl Who Kicked Him in Groin
A police officer who used a stun gun on an unruly 10-year-old girl after he said her mother gave him permission has been suspended - not for using the Taser but for not having a video camera attached when he used it.

MCS Getting $90 million from Gates Foundation
Memphis City Schools is getting a $90-million boost from the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation.

Student Mistaken For Deer, Shot To Death
Officials in Virginia say a college student was shot to death while collecting frogs for biology class by a hunter who mistook her and her classmates for deer.

Jericho Investigation Continues : Talks About Dissolving Town
Under investigation and possibly under state takeover. A Crittenden County judge is suggesting people living in Jericho, Arkansas push to dissolve the town’s charter.

Teen In Food Order Rap Challenges Citation
The case of one of four teens who were cited for disorderly conduct after rapping their order at a McDonald's in a Utah city appears headed for trial.

Search For Missing Mississippi Man
Police are asking for help in the case of a missing Mississippi man.

Memphis Teen Suspected of Killing Student in Retaliation for School Fight
Police are questioning a Memphis teen who is suspected of shooting another teenager to death in retaliation for a fight that happened at school.

Joe Ford Lays Out His Plan for Shelby County
Joe Ford will be sworn in as the next Shelby County mayor. Here's what he plans for Shelby County.

Community Baby Shower to Improve Parenting Skills
A local group is trying to decrease child abuse by increasing awareness and improving parenting skills.

Memphis Teen Killed in Retaliation Shooting
Memphis police say a teen walking home from school was shot to death in retaliation after a fight that happened earlier.

Grenades, Weapons Found in Woman’s Car in Mississippi
Authorities in the central Mississippi city of Pearl say they've arrested an Arizona woman after allegedly discovering grenades and several assault rifles in a vehicle she was driving.

Man Beaten, Tied to Chair During Home Invasion in Shelby County
Deputies say a man was tied to a chair in his east Shelby County home, beaten and robbed.

13-Year-Old Boy Arrested in Prostitution Sting
An undercover officer posing as a prostitute in Alabama tried more than once to run off a 13-year-old boy who asked her for sex, but police say the teen insisted and had to be arrested.

Former Police Chief Pleads Guilty to Sexual Assault of 15-Year-Old Girl
A former Shannon Hills police chief who was appealing his first-degree sexual assault conviction has pleaded guilty to second-degree sexual assault in the case.

Girl Tasered by Police in Arkansas, Mayor Wants Investigation
The mayor of a small Arkansas town wants an independent investigation on whether it was appropriate for a police officer to use a Taser on an unruly 10-year-old girl who kicked him in the groin.

Better Watch Out, Better Not Cough: Santas Lobby For Swine Flu Vaccine
Never mind flying, steep roofs and shinnying down chimneys, some Santas are worried about catching swine flu from kids.

Commissioner Joe Ford Chosen As Interim Shelby County Mayor
Commissioner Joe Ford got the minimum of seven votes needed to serve the remainder of now Memphis Mayor AC Wharton’s term. The vote comes one week after commissioners walked away deadlocked after 24 rounds of voting.

Fayette Co. Deputies Raid Meth House
A Fayette County meth lab was busted after deputies got a tip that someone was cooking the drug.

Germantown Father Charged With Murdering His Son
The coroner says the 16-month-old victim had massive internal injuries. The child's father faces second degree murder charges. Cops say he intentionally hit his son in the stomach.

Concerns Over Releasing Inmates Early
Tennessee is considering releasing some state inmates early. Some in the legal community think that's a bad idea.

Another Memphis Restaurant Closes Down
Cafe Toscana in East Memphis has closed after five years in business.

MLGW Labor Dispute
MLGW and the city of Memphis are at odds over the next labor contract.

Commissioners Vote in Joe Ford as Interim Shelby County Mayor
Shelby County Commissioners have finally decided on an interim mayor for the county to replace now Memphis Mayor A C Wharton.

Memphis Police Use New Tool to Fight Crime
Memphis police are now using cameras that scan license plates to track down criminals within minutes.

Mississippi Preacher Stabbed to Death
Members of a church in the Mississippi Delta are mourning the loss of their pastor, who was found stabbed to death in his home this past weekend.

Two Teachers Arrested on Sex Charges, Now Parents Want Answers
Within the last two weeks, two teachers with the DeSoto County School District have been arrested for having sex with students.

Police Used Taser on 10-Year-Old Girl in Arkansas
10-year-old girl tasered when an officer tried to get her into a patrol car to be taken to a youth shelter.

Father Charged in Murder of Toddler in Germantown
Germantown police have charged a man with the murder of his 16-month-old child.

Human Sex Trafficking is Growing Problem in Memphis
The story of a mom prostituting her 5-year-old daughter in North Carolina doesn't surprise FBI agents in Memphis. The sex slave trade has been thriving in the Bluff City for years.

Tipton Co. Police Make Arrest In Stolen Weapons Case
Tipton County deputies have arrested a woman acused of stealing a stash of guns.

Memphis Bar Owner Charged In Bank Robbery
New information about a Memphis bar owner accused of robbing an East Memphis bank.

Police Identify Body Found On I-240
Police say a woman found lying on I-240 Saturday was the victim of a hit-and-run.

Heroin Trafficking Ring Busted In Shelby County
9 people are facing charges after cops bust a major drug ring operating from Chicago to Memphis.

New Information: East Memphis Bank Robbery
The owner of a Midtown Memphis bar is charged with robbing an East Memphis bank.

What's Behind DeSoto County Traffic Ticket Upsurge?
There are more traffic tickets being written in DeSoto County. A former sheriff's office employee says workers were ordered to meet a quota.

Former Sheriff's Employee Says He Was Fired for Bad Mouthing the Boss
A former employee with the DeSoto County Sheriff's office says he was fired after being falsely accused of talking badly about his boss. He says several other workers were fired for the same reason.

Substitute Teacher Arrested on Child Sex Charges in DeSoto County
DeSoto County Sheriff’s Department investigators have arrested 23 year old Joey Johnson of Horn Lake, Mississippi on child sex charges.

Grizzlies, Iverson Part Ways After Only 3 Games
The Allen Iverson experiment with the Memphis Grizzlies is over.

Man Who Played Santa Sentenced in Child Sex Case
A small-time actor and former children's entertainer who was known for playing Santa Claus was sentenced Monday to nearly 20 years in prison for his role in an international sex tourism ring that preyed on young children.

Students Sue Tennessee School District Over Religion
A federal lawsuit filed Monday accuses a Middle Tennessee school district of promoting Christianity in violation of the U.S. Constitution.

163 Indicted After Memphis Police Drug Sweep
Memphis police say 163 people were indicted after members of the Organized Crime Unit targeted drug dealers in a crime sweep.

Couple Accused of Selling Drugs at Daycare
A Rogers couple has been arrested for allegedly selling cocaine from a home daycare.

Son Accused of Holding Mother Hostage for $500 in Arkansas
A Jonesboro man has been arrested on suspicion of holding his mother hostage for $500.

Man Killed in Motorcycle Wreck in Mississippi
A Seminary man has died in a traffic accident in Covington County.

Man Wrecks Car After Being Shot In Whitehaven
Memphis police are investigating a deadly shooting in Whitehaven. It happened around 9:30 p.m. Saturday in the 500 block of Winchester.

Accused Credit Card Thieves Go On Shopping Spree
Tunica police have released photos of three women who are accused of stealing credit cards and using them on a recent shopping spree.

Woman Faces Prison Time After Cutting In Line At Walmart
Memphians will attend a rally on behalf of Heather Ellis, who faces 15 years in prison for an incident that started with her allegedly cutting in line at a Walmart.

Coroner: Ark. Man Dies After Contracting Swine Flu
Authorities say a Bauxite man has died after testing positive for swine flu.

6th Student Dies in Tragic Semester for Southern Miss
One student, missing for a week, was found dead in his car. Another was killed in a car accident. Their deaths this weekend bring the number of USM students killed this year to six.

Arkansas State Police Won’t Fight Payment to Man Shot by Trooper
Arkansas State Police say they won't fight $750,000 award to a man paralyzed after being shot by a trooper.

Man Convicted of Animal Cruelty in 2006 Back in Arkansas
A man convicted of 20 animal cruelty counts who fled Arkansas before his sentencing has been returned to the state.

STD’s A Growing Health Problem Among Mississippi Teens
Teenagers make up almost 40 percent of those diagnosed with sexually transmitted diseases in Mississippi.

Man Sentenced for Murder of UT Martin Student
Barry Hullett is one of three men responsible for the 2007 slaying of UT Martin student Joe Beale the Third. Convicted earlier this week, Hullett was just sentenced to life in prison.

Missing College Student From Horn Lake Found Dead
The last contact from Southern Miss freshman Steven McGehee was a text message. One week later, deputies discovered the young man's body in a car on the side of the road.

West's Last Home Game a Disappointment for Tigers Fans
Fans react to Tommy West's last football game at the Liberty Bowl as the coach of the U of M.

Early Morning MPD Raid Targets Accused Drug Dealers
Dozens of suspected dope dealers were cuffed and carted off to jail before they even had their first cup of coffee Saturday morning.

Memphis Scientist Creates Bed Bug Monitor
A Memphis entomologist has created a bed bug monitor. The ClimbUp Insect Interceptor looks like a white, plastic underside of a dog bowl with two wells to determine whether bed bugs are present in a household.

East Memphis Bank Robbery Leads to Standoff Situation
Friday night, a standoff situation in East Memphis ended peacefully, but as of 10:45 p.m., it still wasn’t clear if police had a suspected bank robber in custody.

Memphis Dad Banned From School For Scolding Student
An angry Memphis father dished out a giant dose of discipline at Colonial Middle. The problem? The 6th grade student he yanked out of class to yell at wasn't his child.

Strippers-On-A-Truck Promotion Halted
Live strippers on the back of a truck is too much -- even for Sin City.

Meth Lab Bust Trends
A meth lab bust yesterday is the latest of several that seem to be happening more often in one part of town.

Cop In Dog Shooting Suspended For Cocaine
Drug use by a Memphis Police Officer who shot a dog late last month.

New Information: Memphis Animal Shelter
MyEyewitness News uncovered conflicting information in the medical report on one of the dead dogs. It raises the question...did the dog really starve to death?

Seasonal Flu Vaccine Shortage Hits Shelby County
The Memphis and Shelby County Health Department is out of the vaccine, and they're not alone.

Friends Mourn Death of U of M Student
Friends and family are mourning the loss of a University of Memphis sophomore.

Pharmacist Faces Federal Drug Charges in Mississippi
The attorney for Nick Tran claims that race is a factor in the federal case against the Biloxi pharmacist.

Woman Mistakes Officer for Sonic Server, Faces DUI
A Bluff City woman who mistook a police officer for a car hop at a Sonic drive-in is charged with DUI and possession of drug paraphernalia.

$25K Reward Offered for 2001 Homicide
Governor Phil Bredesen has issued a $25,000 reward for information leading to the arrest, and conviction of the person or persons responsible for a 2001 Hardin County, TN. homicide.

Evangelist Alamo Gets 175 Years for Child Sex Convictions
Evangelist Tony Alamo has been sentenced to 175 years in federal prison for taking underage girls across state lines for sex.

Arkansas TV Live Truck Sinks in River
A TV station in Northwest Arkansas lost one of its live trucks in a river.

Public Sounds Off On Overton Square Plans
Preservation groups aren't taking demolition plans for Overton Square lightly.

Jury Chooses Life Sentence In Anne Pressly Murder
The man convicted of killing Little Rock television personality Anne Pressly has been sentenced to life in prison without parole.

Shelby County Commissioners Get Set To Vote For Mayor, Again
Shelby County could have a new mayor November 17, 2009, but only if some commissioners have a new outlook on whom they vote for.

New Information: Memphis Police Chase Ends With Woman's Death
Newly released internal affairs reports detail what happened during a police chase that ended when the suspect ran a red light.

Construction on I-40 Causes Headaches
There are two construction projects underway on I-40 in West Memphis, and it's causing a lot of traffic jams.

Man Accused Of Kidnapping Three Teens And Trying To Rape Them
A man is in jail in jail. Police say he tried to rape three teens.

Doctors Expect to See Flu-Like Illnesses Increase
The seasonal flu -- not the swine flu, but the typical virus – is on the rise across the country.

Friends of Curtis Vance React to His Conviction
Those who grew up with Curtis Vance in Marianna, Arkansas, react to his conviction for raping and killing Little Rock anchor Anne Pressley.

Developers Draft Plans for Overton Square
Developers want to transform Overton Square with restaurants, stores, and an upscale grocery, but others believe the area’s history needs to be preserved.

Memphis Man Arrested For Hitting Child in Head With Belt
A Memphis man has been arrested for hitting a kid in the head with a belt. An officer says he watched James Boles repeatedly hit the 2 year-old.

Melodia Dunn In Memphis Court, But Not For Kids' Deaths
The woman police say left her two young children alone in a duplex while she went shopping faces a judge. This time its not for the fire deaths of her children.

Mid-South Scam Warning: Make Money From Home with Google
The Better Business Bureau has received more than 1,500 complaints about several dozen web sites that are trading on the Google name to scame people who want to learn about making money from home.

Olive Branch Police Searching For Lock Box Owner
Missing a lock box? Olive Branch Police might have it.

City of Memphis Offers Free Mulch for Your Yard
You can spruce up your yard with free mulch if you live in Memphis.

Three UT Football Players Arrested
Three UT football players were arrested early Thursday morning on charges of an attempted armed robbery.

Man Found Shot Dead Outside Memphis Library
Wednesday night, police found a man shot to death in a car outside a North Memphis Library.

Homeless Veterans in the Mid-South
As we honor those who serve our country this Veterans day, a reminder that, after they're finished fighting for us, many of them are fighting just to get by here at home.

Search For Missing Mississippi Student
Police are searching for a missing college student from Horn Lake, Mississippi.

Two Crimes In Two Months Against The Memphis Gay And Lesbian Community
Two crimes in two months against the Memphis gay and lesbian community. Vandals in both cases are still on the run.

Twist In Animal Abuse Case: Fake Photographs?
A member of the Memphis Animal Shelter advisory board says the raid of the shelter was a set up.

Parents Struggle With Question: How Young Is Too Young To Stay Home Alone?
Tennessee state law doesn't set an age at which it's legal for parents to leave their children home alone, but parents and child advocacy groups believe the older the better.

Finding Missing Veterans
Thousands of veterans die and never get the proper burial. A group is trying to change that.

Mother Who Lost Two Children In House Fire Faces Charges
The Memphis woman whose two children died after a house fire last month now faces charges of reckless homicide.

Ole Miss Gets Money for Sexual Violence Prevention
The University of Mississippi has received a grant to create a violence prevention office.

Fight Over Fight Song at Ole Miss
The chancellor at the University of Mississippi has ordered the marching band to stop playing "From Dixie With Love" because of a chant students were yelling during the song.

Oxford Cracks Down On Scruffy Yards
City leaders want residents to clean up their yards.

Walmart Changes Black Friday Sales for 2009
The move comes after an employee was trampled to death by crowds at a Long Island, NY store last year.

Curtis Vance Found Guilty of Capital Murder In Death of TV Anchor Anne Pressly
Curtis Vance has been found guilty of capital murder in the death of Little Rock television anchor Anne Pressly. Pressley attended Rhodes College in Memphis before starting her job in Little Rock.

Few Leads in Murder of Frayser Teen Found Dead in Park
The funeral is set for the teen shot and killed last week in a Frayser park, near an elementary school. Meanwhile, police have few leads in the case.

Woman Killed During High Speed Chase After Corinth Bank Robbery
A woman is dead after police say she and a man robbed a Corinth bank then took off, leading police on a high speed chase.

Man Arrested For Setting Flag Pole On Fire & Fight With Officers
Police say they caught one of two men who set fire to a rope on the flag pole in front of the Gay and Lesbian Community Center. Officers say the men fought with police and tried to get their guns. The other man is still on the loose.

Wu Tang Clan Entourage Members Facing Drug Charges
A tour bus carrying rappers is stopped in West Memphis, not by crazed fans, but by drug task force officers.

Sources: Fred Smith To Transform Tigers Football Program
Big name coach. Training facilities. And a shiny new stadium. Sources say FedEx CEO Fred Smith is willing to pay whatever it takes to turn the U of M football team into a winner.

Memphis Mom Indicted For Leaving Kids At Home Alone To Die In Fire
A Memphis mom police say left her young children home alone while she went shopping has been indicted on charges of child neglect and reckless homicide.

Reward Increased For Memphis Cold Cases
The state has increased the reward for information regarding several local unsolved murders.

Animal Shelter Advisory Board Demands Answers
The Advisory Board of the Memphis Animal Shelter wants to know what changes are in store for the shelter after sheriff's deputies raided the place.

NFL Player Is A Memphis Police Officer
DeAngelo Williams not only plays football, he also carries a Memphis Police Department badge and I.D.

New Ideas On Table for Memphis Animal Shelter
The advisory board in charge of the Memphis Animal Shelter met Tuesday to talk about new ideas for the shelter, and get answers to their questions about the shelter's operations.

H1N1 Vaccine Available: Any Takers?
The H1N1 vaccine is available to more people now, but in Memphis, not many people are lining up to get it.

Student Says School Didn't Follow Protocol
A University of Tennessee student says her instructor didn't follow protocol, and it could jeopardize her health.

Swine Flu Shots at DeSoto County Schools
DeSoto County schools have started giving swine flu vaccine shots to students, nearly a month after originally planned.

Ole Miss Fight Song Banned at Games
University of Mississippi Chancellor Dan Jones is asking the band to stop playing "From Dixie With Love" after some Ole Miss fans continued chanting "the South will rise again" at the end of the medley.

Anne Pressly Murder: Curtis Vance’s Defense Expects to Close Wednesday
Lawyers for Curtis Lavelle Vance at his capital murder trial say they expect to wrap up their side of the case sometime Wednesday.

18 Swine Flu Deaths Confirmed in Arkansas
The Arkansas Department of Health says 18 people have died from complications of swine flu since Aug. 1.

Court OKs Suit in DeAunta Farrow Shooting Against West Memphis Officers
A federal appeals court has refused to dismiss a civil lawsuit against two West Memphis police officers who were involved in the fatal shooting of a 12-year-old boy.

Police: Man Falsely Reported Carjacking to Cover Reason for Wreck
Memphis police say a man admitted to falsely reporting that he had been carjacked to cover for the real reason he wrecked his car.

Anne Pressly Murder: Prosecution Rests in Curtis Vance Trial
Prosecutors rested at the capital murder trial of Curtis Lavelle Vance after a medical examiner testified that TV anchorwoman Anne Pressly died from blunt force trauma to her head.

Teacher Accused of Having Sex With Student in Southaven
Southaven police say a teacher was caught by officers having sex with a 17-year-old student.

Boy Accused of Stabbing, Poisoning Mother in Tennessee
Investigators have charged an East Tennessee juvenile with attempting to kill his mother by stabbing her and forcing her to ingest toxic substances.

Woman’s Body Found in Burning Home, Sex Offender Accused in Homicide
Robertson County authorities say a body found in a burning home in a rural area was that of a homicide victim.

2 Women Dead, Murder-Suicide Suspected by Arkansas Police
Baxter County authorities say the deaths of a woman and her mother in rural Mountain Home appear to be a murder-suicide.

UPDATED: 4 Killed in 5 Car Crash in Arkansas
Four people have been killed in a crash on Interstate 30 in southwest Arkansas that has closed a portion of the highway.

No Interim Shelby County Mayor After Commissioners Vote 24 Times
Shelby County Commissioners were set to vote for a candidate to finish A C Wharton’s term through August 2010. They voted 24 times, with no luck.

Tommy West Lets Loose After Getting Let Go by U of M
Fired from his job and fired up about it. Coach Tommy West let loose some harsh criticism about the U of M, the fans and the City of Memphis.

Records Show City Officials Knew of Shelter's Problems
Records show high-ranking Memphis city officials knew about problems at the Memphis Animal Shelter for months.

Baby Found Beaten to Death Sheds Light on Child Abuse
The death of 10-month-old Wynter Roberts sheds light on the problem of child abuse in Memphis.

Unemployment Numbers Keep Rising
New numbers from the Department of Labor show the national unemployment rate reached 10.2 percent in October.

President Extends Unemployment Benefits
If you're out of work, help is on its way. President Barack Obama signed a bill Friday to extend unemployment benefits.

Child Abandoned at Southeast Memphis Walmart
A two-year-old girl left at a Southeast Memphis Walmart Sunday is in the custody of the state. Officials are investigating whether her abandonment was intentional or an accident.

Tigers Fans React to Firing of Tommy West
Tigers boosters had plenty to say about Tommy West getting the ax.

Church Fire in Tennessee Called Suspicious
Federal and state agencies are now investigating an East Tennessee church fire that one officer described as "suspicious."

Swine Flu Vaccine Program Expanded in Memphis and Shelby County
In accordance with the vaccine recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the Memphis and Shelby County Health Department is expanding the distribution of H1N1 vaccine.

Child Abandoned at Memphis Walmart Store
Memphis police say a woman discovered a two-year-old girl who had been left alone at a Walmart store.

Highway Workers Killed While Installing Barrier in Tennessee
Two workers installing cable barrier along Interstate 75 north of Knoxville have been killed in a crash.

Teenage Girl Killed in ATV Crash in Tennessee
A northeast Tennessee teenager has been killed in an all-terrain vehicle crash.

Cop: Vance Admitted Being at Anne Pressly’s Home
A Little Rock police detective told jurors at a capital murder trial that Curtis Vance admitted being at the home of television anchorwoman Anne Pressly.

Memphis Police Officer Shoots Dog During Attempted Arrest
Memphis police say an officer shot a dog after he was bitten while trying to arrest a man wanted on a Felony warrant.

Tommy West Fired as Tigers’ Head Coach
U of M Athletic Director R.C. Johnson announced the firing of Tigers’ Head Football Coach Tommy West.

Trial Resumes in KATV Anchor Anne Pressly Murder
Prosecutors are to continue calling witnesses in the capital murder trial of Curtis Vance accused of killing a TV anchorwoman Anne Pressly in Little Rock.

Officers Suspended After Deadly Crash
Two Memphis Police officers were suspended from their jobs after a police chase ended in the death of a pregnant mother of two.

Memphis Police Investigate Shooting at Whitehaven Apartments
Memphis Police are investigating a shooting at the Cambridge Court Apartments on Winchester in Whitehaven.

Dozens Gather to Remember Veterans at Memphis National Cemetery
Dozens gathered at the Memphis National Cemetery to remember the men and women who gave their lives for our freedom Sunday.

COGIC Saints Fill FedExForum in Memphis
COGIC members attend special service at FedExForum in downtown Memphis. This is the last year the group's annual convention will be in Memphis.

Memphis Man Charged with Raping Teen Several Times during Past 3 Years
A 32-year-old Hickory Hill man is accused of raping a teenage girl several times during the past three years. The first assault happened when the girl was 13.

Police Rule Dog Shooting at East Memphis Home Justified.
Memphis police say a shooting that injured a dog at an east Memphis home was justified.

Fatal Accident on Interstate 40 at Chelsea
A fatal accident at Interstate 40 and Chelsea caused the streets to be closed to traffic for hours.

Man Hit and Killed by Big Rig at Memphis Truck Stop
A pedestrian was hit and killed by an 18-wheeler at a truck stop in Southeast Memphis.

Allen Iverson Leaves Memphis Grizzlies
Allen Iverson is no longer "The Answer" for the Memphis Grizzlies.

Memphis Baby Laid to Rest
Friends and family members said goodbye to a 10-month-old child who died while in the care of her babysitter.

Community Remembers Murdered Memphis Teen
Outrage over the shooting of a 15-year-old boy in a Frayser park.

Police Identify Baby Mauled to Death by Pit Bull in Northeast Mississippi
The 16-month-old victim of a pit bull attack has been identified as Destiny Marie Knox from Union County. Her identity was released Friday by Coroner Mark Golding.

Christmas Comes Early to Thousands of Memphis Families
The lines formed early and they were long as thousands of people turned out for COGIC's annual "Christmas in November" giveaway.

3rd Annual "Stop The Crime" Rally in South Memphis
The organizer of the rally points to the deaths of a 15-year-old boy and a 10-month-old girl this week as proof that more rallies like his are needed in Memphis.

Housing Discrimination Lawsuit Originating in Memphis Settled
The Justice Department has settled its lawsuit in a Tennessee case involving whether housing complexes discriminated on the basis of disability. The case originated in Memphis, Tennessee.

Whitehaven Man Says Shelter Employees Killed His Dogs
Eyewitness News tracked down the owner of two of the three dogs found starved to death at the Memphis Animal Shelter. The man tried for weeks to get his animals back before they died.

Vacant Capleville School Catches Fire in Southeast Memphis
Friday night, firefighters fought a large fire at the old Capleville School.

Mother Of Murdered Teen Breaks Silence
A Memphis mother says she knows exactly why her 15-year-old son was gunned down and left for dead.

Recent Wet Weather Keeps Exterminators Busy
Rats, roaches and ants! That's what's keeping local exterminators busy.

Veteran Admits Faking Paralysis to Avoid Iraq
Sentencing will be in February for an Army veteran who plotted with his wife to bilk the U.S. government by faking paralysis to get disability benefits and avoid being deployed to Iraq.

Man Shot, Killed at Playground Near Children in Tennessee
Gunfire at a Chattanooga playground where children were playing nearby left one man dead and another wounded.

Mom, Dad Accused of Killing Baby, Driving Body Around Country
A man and woman are accused of murdering their baby daughter in a Southern California trailer park, then putting her in a trash bag and driving her body around the country.

3 Teens Sentenced for Collierville `Fight Club'
A judge in Collierville has ordered three teens caught on video throwing punches as part of a "fight club" placed in the custody of the Youth Services Bureau.

Accused Orlando Gunman Captured
Police in Orlando say a gunman has been apprehended after killing one person and injuring five others at a downtown office building where he was let go two years ago.

Mayor Wharton Fires Animal Shelter Director
Memphis Mayor A C Wharton has fired Earnest Alexander, the director of the Memphis Animal Shelter.

Teen Charged with Murder in Infant's Death
A 16 year-old has been charged with murder in the death of an infant she had been caring for.

Serial Purse Snatchers On The Run
Investigators say at least two men are targeting elderly women. They’ve struck in at least four Mid-South counties.

Family And Friends Speak Out on Teen Killed In Frayser
Police figured out the body found on a baseball field behind an elementary school was that of Alex Bolar, thanks to a tip, not a missing persons report or a concerned parent.

Teen Killed in Memphis Park Identified
We now know the name of a 15-year-old shot and killed in a park.

Neighbors React to Dog Owner's Release from Jail
The owner of pit bulls that attacked a Cordova woman and her dog says he loves his dogs.

Strip Clubs On Presidents Island?
One city council member, Shea Flinn, has a prosposal to create a "red light district" in Memphis.

"Pot-Bellied Rapist" Charged with 22 Counts in 3 Indictments
The man who police say is the pot-bellied rapist, Bruce Tuck, is facing more rape charges.

Prosecutors Expedite Indictments for Sake of Victims of "Pot-Bellied Rapist"
The man police call the "pot-bellied rapist" is facing two new rape charges.

St. Jude Fundraising Organization ALSAC Laying Off 70 Employees
The fundraising organization of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, ALSAC, announced it is reducing its workforce by 70 employees.

Cause of Death of Children Killed in House Fire
Authorities now know the results of autopsy performed on two Memphis children who died after they were left home alone when the house caught fire, according to the Shelby County Medical Examiner’s Office.

12 Dead, 31 Injured in Fort Hood Shooting
The Army confirms 12 people are dead and 31 more were wounded in shootings at Fort Hood, Texas.

Morgan Freeman Settles Car Crash Suit
Court records show actor Morgan Freeman has settled a lawsuit related to a 2008 car accident that seriously injured him and a passenger.

16-Year-Old Girl Charged With Murder of Baby in Memphis
Memphis police say a 16-year-old girl has been charged with First Degree Murder in the death of a 10-month-old boy.

Police Identify Teen Killed Behind Memphis Elementary School
Memphis police have identified a teenager who was shot and killed in a field behind an elementary school in Frayser.

Police Testify About Blood Soaked Items in Home of Murdered KATV Anchor Anne Pressly
A police technician says much of the evidence taken from the home of slain television anchorwoman Anne Pressly after her death last year was soaked with blood.

No Jail in Hit-and-Run Death
A man who killed a Jackson pedestrian in a hit-and-run won't serve jail time.

Son Accused of Pointing Bow and Arrow at Mother
Fayetteville police say a man they arrested for allegedly pointing a bow and arrow at his mother later tried to set himself on fire while in a police car.

Mother of Student Expelled for Alleged Gang Activity Speaks Out
The mother of a DeSoto County Schools student, kicked out for allegedly throwing up gang signs, shares her story.

Memphis Mayor Suspends Euthanasia at Animal Shelter
Mayor A C Wharton suspends euthanasia until city wraps up its investigation Friday.

Boy Shot Behind Memphis Elementary School
Memphis police are trying to figure out the identity of a young boy shot near Georgian Hills Elementary school.

Mid-South Animal Lovers Plan Vigil At Animal Shelter
Mid-South animal lovers are planning a candlelight vigil Thursday night outside the Memphis Animal Shelter.

City Of Memphis Tears Down Wrong House
Taxpayers just paid almost $30,000 to a homeowner because contractors tore down a house they shouldn't have.

Mayoral Candidates Jump In The Hotseat
Four candidates want to be the next Shelby County mayor.

Reaction to MCS Report Card
The head of Memphis City schools wants a longer school year at a big price tag.

Homeowner Shoots at Robbers in Shelby County
Shelby County Sheriff’s deputies say a homeowner in southeast Shelby County fired shots at two men who were trying to rob him.

Missing Elderly Memphis Woman
Memphis police have issued a City Watch Alert for an elderly woman who is missing.

Body Found in Burning Dumpster in Tennessee
Firefighters in Murfreesboro extinguished a flaming trash bin near Middle Tennessee State University, then found a body inside it.

Image of Jesus Appeared on Pickup Truck, According to Tennessee Man
Jim Stevens says he's not particularly religious and is clueless about why an image resembling Jesus Christ keeps appearing on his pickup.

Murdered KATV Anchor Anne Pressly’s Mom Gives Emotional Trial Testimony
Twelve jurors and two alternates have been seated for the capital murder trial of a man charged in last year's death of Arkansas television personality Anne Pressly.

3 Dogs Starved to Death at Memphis Animal Shelter
Records show at least three dogs were starved to death at the city-operated Memphis Animal Shelter.

Judge Lowers Bond for Pit Bull Owner
The $500,000 bond for dog owner Andre Robinson was lowered to $50,000 despite an emotional appearance in court by the woman who was mauled by Robinson's three pit bulls.

Hot ZIPs For Memphis Home Burglaries: October 2009
The city's top cop says a tough new state law is a big part of the reason why home burglaries in the Bluff City are down, way down, compared to this time last year.

Memphis Ordinance Passes Against Illegal Tire Dumping
Illegal tire dumpers in Memphis should just keep on rolling. If not, city leaders say they’ll face stiff fines.

Wharton Appointees Earn More Money at City Hall
Memphis Mayor A C Wharton's first appointees at City Hall are getting paid better than the employees who used to hold the same jobs under Mayors Lowery and Herenton.

Allen Iverson Unhappy After First Game With Grizzlies
Allen Iverson played his first game with the Grizzlies and he is already mad.

Memphis & Shelby County Schools' Report Card Released
Two Fs and two Ds. That's what the Tennessee Department of Education gave the Memphis City Schools.

Grace Period for Red Light Cameras Ends
Caught on camera: more than 3,000 people driving through red lights across Memphis. The law breakers don’t have to pay fines yet, but all that will change Saturday.

Memphis Police Seek Money to Hire More Cops
Memphis police want more federal money to put cops on the streets.

Child Support Company Sued By U.S. Postal Service
A private child support collection agency is in a legal battle. The company was taken to Federal court by the U.S. Postal Service.

Woman Dies After Crash With Arkansas State Trooper
State police say a Blytheville woman is dead after the collision of her vehicle and a state trooper's patrol car.

Memphis Police Dispute Over City School Security Guard Uniforms
Memphis' top cop doesn't like the uniforms that Memphis City Schools’ security guards are sporting.

Man Indicted in Murder of 11-Month-Old Memphis Boy
A man has been indicted in the murder of an 11-month-old Memphis boy.

Mississippi Farmers Hurting After Last Month's Rain
The Mid-South was hit hard last month by record rainfall, and that's taken a toll on local farmers. Some crops have been destroyed.

Casinos Protect Against the Swine Flu
Mid-South casinos are taking precautions to protect employees and visitors from the swine flu virus.

Man Pulls Gun After Woman Rejects $100 Offer for Sex, According to Police
Police have arrested an East Tennessee man after a woman said he pointed a gun at her when she refused his $100 offer for sex.

2 Shot, Accused Robber Stabbed in Home Invasion in Memphis
Two people were shot during a home invasion robbery in Hickory Hill. One of the accused robbers was stabbed.

Memphis Police Major Arrested for DUI, Reckless Driving
Memphis police say a Major with the department was arrested for DUI and reckless driving.

Jailed Pit Bull Owner Had Previous Dog Troubles in Horn Lake
A year before Andre Robinson's pit bulls mauled a Cordova woman, his neighbors in Horn Lake, Mississippi were reporting him and his dogs to the police and animal control.

Fire Mom Still Free; Pit Owner Jailed: Where's the Justice?
District Attorney Bill Gibbons explains why the mom whose kids died home alone in a fire is still free while a dog owner whose animals attacked but didn't kill someone is in jail.

Jericho Police Car Repossessed: Evidence Inside Missing
No money, no police cruiser, and now, now evidence. Investigators say one of the squad cars was repossessed with drugs and ammunition inside the car.

Drivers Say Potholes Create Bumpy Ride
It's a bumpy ride every day for drivers in Memphis, and drivers say potholes are the problem, especially after last week's heavy rain.

Prescription Drug Abuse Spreading in Shelby County
The sale of controlled substances is out of control in the mid-South and cops say it's one of the biggest problems in Shelby County.

Concerns Over Road Expansion Project in Olive Branch
A planned expansion project would widen a road in Olive Branch from two lanes to five, but some residents have reservations.

COGIC Gets Free Police Help To Guard Church Donations
Instead of hiring their own security to guard the banks inside the church, Memphis police officers will be watching donations from church members.

Swine Flu Vaccine in DeSoto County
Swine flu vaccination shots are now available for free in DeSoto County, but only to those at highest risk.

Tire Dealers Say "No" To Proposed New Tire Rules
The Memphis city council is considering passing a new ordinance that would pay people to pick up tires dumped on the road.

Boyfriend Pleads Guilty in Death of Girlfriend’s Son
A Sullivan County man entered a last-minute guilty plea to reduced charges in the death of his girlfriend's toddler son and was sentenced to 30 years in prison.

Man Hit, Killed by Ambulance While Helping Injured Animal
A teacher at Pulaski Technical College is dead after he was struck by an ambulance when he stopped to help an injured animal.

Suspected “Pot-Bellied” Rapist Indicted for Three Rapes
A man suspected of being a serial rapist has been indicted by a Weakley County grand jury for three separate rapes that occurred in Martin this year.

Ole Miss Fight Song May Be Dropped
University of Mississippi Chancellor Dan Jones says one of his school's fight songs, "From Dixie With Love," will be eliminated if fans continue to chant "the South will rise again" after football games.

Man Shot in Head During Argument Over Carwash in Memphis
Memphis police say a man was shot in the back of the head during an argument over a carwash.

2 Children Found Dead in Mobile Home Fire in Arkansas
Wynne police say the bodies of two young children were found after firefighters put out mobile home fire.

1 Dead in Nightclub Shooting in Arkansas
Miller County authorities investigating a deadly nightclub shooting near Texarkana say witnesses apparently are scared to come forward.

Army Soldier Arrested After C-4 Explosives Found at Tennessee Home
Federal, state and military officials are investigating the discovery of about 100 pounds of explosives in Montgomery County.

Defense to Challenge DNA Evidence and Confessions in Anne Pressly Murder
A defense lawyer for the man accused of killing a TV anchorwoman in her Little Rock home has indicated that she plans to challenge DNA evidence and recorded confessions her client gave police.

Baby Dies at Home Daycare, Sparks Police Investigation
Memphis police are investigating the death of a 10-month-old baby, who died from severe injuries she received while at daycare on Saturday, Oct. 31, 2009.

Family of Pit Bull Attack Victim Talks for First Time
62-year-old Helen Marshall can't eat, take a bath or get dressed without help. Her family talks about the terrible pit bull attack and the arrest of the dogs' owner.

COGIC Convention Meets in Memphis for the Last Time
The Church of God In Christ's Holy Convocation meets in Memphis for the last time this week.

Police Investigate Homicide in North Memphis
Memphis police are investigating a Saturday night homicide in North Memphis.

New Information About Interstate 40 Rock Slide
A rock slide on I-40 near the North Carolina-Tennessee line a week ago will keep the interstate closed for at least four months. A new report shows engineers predicted the slide.

Former MSU Student Sentenced to Death
A former Mississippi State University student has been sentenced to death for killing his roommate last year.

Man Accused of Killing TV News Anchor Goes On Trial Monday
Curtis Lavelle Vance will stand trial on capital murder, rape and burglary charges. He's accused of killing Little Rock, Arkansas television personality Anne Pressly.