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LOCAL | Memphis Safe Task Force 1 Year Anniversary Roundtable
The Bluff City welcomed some high-profile guests today for a roundtable to commemorate the one-year anniversary of the Memphis Safe Task Force's arrival in the area. Notable attendees included U.S. Attorney General Todd Blanche, Senator Marsha Blackburn, and State Senator Br...
Oct 16, 2026
LOCAL | Free AI Workshops For Senior Memphians
The University of Tennessee Health Science Center at 930 Madison Ave will be hosting free AI literacy workshops for adults 50 and over, in collaboration with the local non-profit, The Jewel Foundation. The goal, the non-profit states, is to equip seniors with better knowledg...
Oct 16, 2026
HISTORY | October 16, 1923: Fire Destroys Old Orpheum Theater
On this day in 1923, a fire destroyed the old Orpheum Theater on Main Street (and was originally known as the Grand Opera House). While the exact cause of the fire remains unknown, the blaze occurred only 30 minutes after patrons left the theater that evening for a performan...
Oct 16, 2026
HISTORY | October 15, 2007: Passing Of Ernest Withers
On this day in 2007 in Memphis, Tennessee, legendary local photographer Ernest Withers passed away at the age of 85, leaving behind a nearly 60 year legacy and photos of some of the most pivotal moments in Civil Rights history. Born on August 7, 1922 in Memphis, Withers cut ...
Oct 15, 2026
LOCAL | Health Department Closes Happy Mexican Restaurant On Winchester
The Shelby County Health Department has forced the closure of the Happy Mexican at 7935 Winchester Rd due to "multiple health violations," according to a notice posted on the restaurant's window. According to a Health Department spokesperson, the restaurant was bei...
Oct 15, 2026
LOCAL | Judge Waverly Crenshaw Rules MSCS Takeover Board Is Ready To Proceed
The oversight board of Memphis-Shelby County Schools will proceed after a ruling made on Thursday by a federal judge. Only a few days ago, oversight-board chair Billy Orgel stated that he felt the board was ready and able to begin their duties. U.S. District Court Judge Wave...
Oct 15, 2026
National News
Trump Suspends New Russia Sanctions as Tensions With Ukraine Deepen
President Donald Trump has suspended a new round of U.S. sanctions against Russia, just two days before the measures were scheduled to take effect on ...
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Tragedy at Oregon Elementary School Leaves Four Dead and Two Injured
Three children and a teacher were killed Thursday, October 15, in a shooting at Silver Rail Elementary School in Bend, Oregon. Two other people were c...
Oct 16, 2026
Trump Announces Plans for New Military "Super Range" in Montana
President Donald Trump has announced plans to establish a new military testing facility in Montana, expanding the state's role in advanced defense tec...
Oct 15, 2026
Greenland Energy Exploration Moves Ahead Following U.S. Agreement
President Donald Trump says large-scale oil, natural gas, and mineral exploration is preparing to begin in Greenland, bringing renewed attention to th...
Oct 14, 2026
Sports News
No. 41 Men's Golf Heads South to Defend Title at Quail Valley
VERO BEACH, Fla. - The No. 41-ranked University of Memphis men's golf team travels to Vero Beach, Florida, for the Quail Valley Collegiate Invitational at Quail Valley Golf Club, beginning Sunday, Oct. 18.
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Memphis Women's Golf Heads to Arkansas for Diamante Intercollegiate
HOT SPRINGS VILLAGE, Ark. - The University of Memphis women's golf team will travel to Hot Springs Village, Arkansas for the Diamante Intercollegiate at the Diamante Country Club that starts on Sunday, Oct. 18.
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Nuggets G/F Julian Strawther (knee) sidelined at least six weeks
Denver Nuggets swingman Julian Strawther will miss at least six weeks after suffering a left knee sprain during a preseason game last week.Strawther was injured Wednesday against the Los Angeles Clippers and helped off the court. There were fears the...
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Wizards monitoring top overall pick AJ Dybantsa (ankle)
No. 1 overall pick AJ Dybantsa sustained a mild ankle sprain during the Washington Wizards' preseason finale against the New Orleans Pelicans on Friday, head coach Brian Keefe announced.Keefe told sideline reporter Chase Hughes the rookie forward was...
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