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CRIME | Memphis Crime Beat
Memphis Crime Beat founder Leslie Taylor and statistician Ron Walker on Memphis Morning News with Ditch & Tim, addressing accusations by DA Mulroy that they are "sloppy with statistics".
Apr 09, 2026
LOCAL | Mayor Paul Young Calls Out xAI To Deliver On Their Water Recycling Facility
Memphis Mayor Paul Young and the leader of the city's public utility have stated that they will exert pressure on xAI to complete the construction of the promised wastewater recycling facility, which is reportedly on hold. Instead of using the local drinking water aquifer to...
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TIGERS | Memphis Athletics And FedEx Reveal Jersey Patches Starting In 2026-2027
FedEx patches are the latest development in the partnership between the multi-billion dollar company and University of Memphis Athletics. As part of a multi-year arrangement, the company announced that its logo will be featured on uniforms for all 19 Tigers programs, both me...
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TIGERS | Star Briarcrest Forward Fred Smith Jr. Commits To Memphis
Memphis Tiger basketball just landed 4-star Briarcrest forward Fred Smith Jr. He considered schools including Saint Louis, Ole Miss, and Missouri before deciding on Memphis at the school's ceremonies. Smith Jr. participated in four consecutive state championship games, winni...
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LOCAL | Closures Expected Along I-55 For Construction
Portions of Interstate 55 toward the downtown bridge are being closed due to construction. On Tuesday night, one shutdown began on the northbound I-55 ramp leading south on Third Street. While renovation is underway, the ramp will remain closed indefinitely.\ I-55 will close...
Apr 09, 2026
LOCAL | Woman Charged With Theft Of Property While Ex-Husband Was Incarcerated
While her ex-husband was incarcerated, a woman is accused of stealing $30,000 worth of artwork, paintings, pictures, and wine from his house. 42-year-old Caley Spotts was charged with theft of property between $10,000 and $60,000. An affidavit of complaint claimed that Caley...
Apr 09, 2026
National News
Trump Calls Iran Deal Deadline Final as Fragile Ceasefire Faces Pressure
President Donald Trump said this week that the deadline for an agreement with Iran is final, signaling that the White House does not plan to offer mor...
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Ceasefire on the Edge: Trump Warns of 'Major War' as Iran Negotiations Stall
A new warning from President Donald Trump added fresh strain to an already fragile ceasefire in the Middle East. In a social media post on Thursday, h...
Apr 09, 2026
U.S. and Iran Agree to Two-Week Ceasefire; Limited Reopening of Strait of Hormuz Begins
A temporary pause in hostilities between the United States and Iran has been put in place following urgent diplomatic efforts, officials confirmed, as...
Apr 08, 2026
Trump's latest warning puts new pressure on Iran as deadline nears
President Donald Trump sharpened his message on Tuesday by saying his deadline for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz was final, adding fresh pressur...
Apr 07, 2026
Sports News
Heat waive Terry Rozier, months after federal indictment
Heat guard Terry Rozier was waived on Friday, months after he was indicted for an alleged role in an illegal gambling ring.Rozier, 32, pleaded not guilty in December to conspiracy charges involving wire fraud and money laundering. His contract was se...
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Lakers looking up ahead of meeting vs. Suns
The Los Angeles Lakers continue pursuit of the No. 3 seed in the Western Conference when they host the Phoenix Suns on Friday night.Los Angeles (51-29) is tied for fourth in the West with the Houston Rockets, with the Denver Nuggets (52-28) holding t...
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Warriors hope to add reinforcements vs. Kings
The Golden State Warriors could have a few key players back in the lineup on Friday night when they visit the Sacramento Kings.Warriors coach Steve Kerr said he hopes to have Stephen Curry, Al Horford and Kristaps Porzingis available against Sacramen...
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Health management for playoffs big concern as T-Wolves visit Rockets
The Houston Rockets' best-laid plans to extend their current winning streak into the playoffs while simultaneously easing the workload on their starters took a bit of a detour on Thursday.The Rockets nearly coughed up a 28-point lead against the Phil...
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