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News

Whenever you go out to eat, knowing which kitchen is clean and what food is safe can mean the...

Restaurant Roundup: October 23

Updated: 2 hours ago
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By Stuart Rucker
Whenever you go out to eat, knowing which kitchen is clean and what food is safe can mean the difference between a second helping or sending something back.

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Pushback after MLGW rate hike announcement

Updated: 2 hours ago
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By Stuart Rucker
There is more pushback against a potential rise in your MLGW bills.

News

Charges have been dropped against a former University of Memphis football player.

Charges dropped against former UofM football player

Updated: 3 hours ago
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By Stuart Rucker
Charges have been dropped against a former University of Memphis football player.

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The Senatobia police officer who shot and killed 1-year-old Kohen Wiley in a Walmart parking...

Senatobia officer resigns as his body cam video in Kohen Wiley shooting is released

Updated: 3 hours ago
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By Joyce Peterson and Stuart Rucker
The Senatobia police officer who shot and killed 1-year-old Kohen Wiley in a Walmart parking lot in June has resigned from the force, attorneys for the Wiley family told Action News 5.

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Sunrise Memphis

Sunrise Memphis to open third location

Updated: 4 hours ago
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By Jacob Gallant
Sunrise Memphis is expanding its breakfast business.

2026 Elections

Former Vice President Kamala Harris joined U.S. Senate candidate Scott Colom and Mississippi...

Former Vice President Harris joins campaign trail to hear rural healthcare concerns

Updated: 5 hours ago
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By Kaitlyn Miller
Former Vice President Kamala Harris joined U.S. Senate candidate Scott Colom and Mississippi health care providers in Clarksdale to hear how limited access to care is affecting rural families.

Political News

Shelby County Mayor Mickell Lowery’s transition team presented its plan for the county after...

Lowery transition team unveils Shelby County plan

Updated: 6 hours ago
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By Imani Williams
Shelby County Mayor Mickell Lowery’s transition team presented its plan for the county after nine weeks and nearly a dozen meetings.

News

Thursday evening First Alert weather update

First Alert: Our streak of great weather continues, but we need rain

Updated: 6 hours ago
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By Ron Childers
The Mid-South enjoyed another great day of weather and unseasonably warm temperatures and there’s more to come. There are also several more dry days ahead as drought conditions are intensifying across the area with no relief in sight.

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Republican Brent Taylor (R) and Democratic challenger David Weatherspoon (L)

Candidates give case for Tenn. Senate District 31 seat

Updated: 7 hours ago
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By Joe Birch
The race for Tennessee Senate District 31 features incumbent Republican Brent Taylor and Democratic challenger David Weatherspoon presenting contrasting backgrounds and platforms.

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State releases new footage in shooting of one-year-old

State releases new footage in shooting of one-year-old

Updated: 7 hours ago
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By Jacob Gallant
Mississippi Department of Public Safety released new footage from the fatal shooting of one-year-old Kohen Wiley.
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The family of one-year-old Kohen Wiley is pushing to have the Department of Justice open an...

Kohen Wiley’s family pushes for federal investigation after shooting justified by Miss. AG

Updated: 7 hours ago
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By Michaela Redmond
The family of one-year-old Kohen Wiley is pushing to have the Department of Justice open an investigation into his death.

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Culver’s location planned for Mid-South

Updated: 8 hours ago
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By Jacob Gallant
The Mid-South’s first Culver’s location is in the works.

Crime

A man has been arrested after police said he pointed a gun at a child, then fired shots in the...

MPD: Man arrested after pointing gun at 3-year-old

Updated: 9 hours ago
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By Stuart Rucker
A man has been arrested after police said he pointed a gun at a child, then fired shots in the air following an altercation.

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Arlington to add 12 pickleball and tennis courts to tennis center

Arlington to add 12 pickleball and tennis courts to tennis center

Updated: 11 hours ago
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By Hannah Kozlowski
Arlington is spending more than $1.7 million to add 12 new pickleball and tennis courts to the Arlington Tennis Center as part of the second phase of development.

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3rd arrest made in March gas station shooting

Updated: 11 hours ago
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By Jacob Gallant
A third man is behind bars, accused in a deadly gas station shooting that happened in late March.

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La Vergne Police Department

Suspect accused of making multiple online threats of mass violence against Tennessee governor, places of worship

Updated: 12 hours ago
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By Tony Garcia
The suspect was not named in the report from the La Vergne Police Department.

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‘Justice for Baby Kohen’: Family, Ben Crump call Kohen Wiley shooting unjustified after...

‘Justice for Baby Kohen’: Family, Ben Crump call Kohen Wiley shooting unjustified after viewing bodycam video

Updated: 12 hours ago
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By Joel Moore
The family of 1-year-old Kohen Wiley and civil rights attorney Ben Crump addressed the media in Senatobia after viewing body-camera footage in the toddler’s shooting death.

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FBI: Man groomed 11-year-old through Call of Duty, sentenced to 30 years

Updated: 13 hours ago
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By WBBJ Staff
A former Jackson resident was sentenced to 30 years in federal prison for enticing an 11-year-old boy he befriended on Call of Duty to send explicit photos and videos.

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First Alert Forecast: Warm, dry conditions persist through late October

Updated: 13 hours ago
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By Patrick Ellis
High and dry conditions persist through the end of the month for the Mid-South

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Memphis in May announces dates for 50th anniversary World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest

Updated: 15 hours ago
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By Joel Moore
The World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest will return to Liberty Park from May 12-15 as part of Memphis in May International Festival’s 50th anniversary in 2027.

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New arena football league coming to Southaven

Mississippi Wolfpack bringing arena football to Southaven’s Landers Center in 2027

Updated: 16 hours ago
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By Hannah Kozlowski
Leaders with the sports league, DeSoto County and the City of Southaven will hold a 9 a.m. news conference to detail what the deal means for sports and entertainment across the Mid-South.

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2 cars collide, catch fire in South Memphis

1 dead, another critical after fiery crash in South Memphis

Updated: 17 hours ago
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By Joel Moore
The Memphis Police Department is investigating a crash that where two vehicles collided and caught fire.

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1 dead, 1 firefighter injured in Crockett County house fire; TBI investigates

1 dead, 1 firefighter injured in Crockett County house fire; TBI investigates

Updated: 17 hours ago
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By Joel Moore
One person is dead after a house fire Wednesday evening, according to the Crockett County Sheriff’s Office.

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MSCS closes Doubletree Elementary for repairs after water main break

Updated: 18 hours ago
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By Joel Moore
Memphis-Shelby County Schools announced the closure of a local elementary school Thursday due to a water main break.

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Multi-vehicle crash causes delays on I-240, per TDOT

Lanes cleared after multi-vehicle crash on I-240

Updated: 18 hours ago
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By Joel Moore
A multi-vehicle crash is causing delays on Interstate 240 westbound Thursday morning.

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MPD investigates after person shot at Midtown gas station

MPD: Man wakes to car break-in behind Midtown business, opens fire on suspects

Updated: 19 hours ago
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By Joel Moore
Memphis police are investigating after a person was shot at a gas station on Poplar Avenue.

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Man hospitalized after crash in North Memphis, police say

Man hospitalized after crash in North Memphis, police say

Updated: 20 hours ago
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By Joel Moore
A man is in the hospital with critical injuries following a crash Wednesday night, according to the Memphis Police Department.

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Is Mississippi Senate race competitive? Political insiders weigh in

Updated: Oct. 21, 2026 at 10:22 PM CDT
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By Courtney Ann Jackson
The political lens for viewing the U.S. Senate race in Mississippi is different, depending on who you ask.

Education

Whitehaven High School is closed Thursday and Friday due to an ongoing power outage affecting...

Whitehaven High School closes Thursday and Friday due to outage

Updated: Oct. 21, 2026 at 10:15 PM CDT
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By Stuart Rucker
Whitehaven High School is closed Thursday and Friday due to an ongoing power outage affecting critical systems, the school said.

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County considers water, electricity and land-use regulations as city and county leaders seek...

Shelby Co Commission debates data center rules day after Memphis City Council passes moratorium

Updated: Oct. 21, 2026 at 9:55 PM CDT
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By Joyce Peterson
Less than 24 hours after the Memphis City Council passed a 135-day data center moratorium, the Shelby County Commission on Wednesday took up its own proposed data center regulations.

News

A man is fighting to survive after a car crash in North Memphis on Wednesday night.

Man critical after North Memphis crash

Updated: Oct. 21, 2026 at 9:11 PM CDT
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By Stuart Rucker
A man is fighting to survive after a car crash in North Memphis on Wednesday night.

Top Story

The Memphis City Council narrowly voted to pass a substitute version of data center regulation...

Community members say passed moratorium disregards what the community asked for

Updated: Oct. 21, 2026 at 7:09 PM CDT
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By Imani Williams
The Memphis City Council narrowly voted to pass a substitute version of data center regulation Tuesday night.

News

New $114 million Civil War museum announced for Vicksburg

New $114 million Civil War museum announced for Vicksburg

Updated: Oct. 21, 2026 at 6:54 PM CDT
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By Kennedi Drake
State, federal and local leaders joined partners Wednesday to announce a new educational center planned for Vicksburg.

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Wednesday evening First Alert weather update

First Alert: Temperatures are climbing as rain chances remain the same

Updated: Oct. 21, 2026 at 6:35 PM CDT
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By Ron Childers
Warm, dry air continues to keep a grip on the Mid-South allowing daytime temperatures to warm well above average with no rain in sight and there’s more to come as this pattern continues through the remainder of the work week and into the weekend.

Education

Grants will support schools participating in the National School Lunch and School Breakfast...

$564,000 in equipment grants available to Arkansas schools to strengthen meal programs

Updated: Oct. 21, 2026 at 6:03 PM CDT
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By K8 Newsdesk
Grants will support schools participating in the National School Lunch and School Breakfast Programs by funding equipment that improves food preparation, storage, transportation, and service.

Crime

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Man dropped off at hospital after critical shooting

Updated: Oct. 21, 2026 at 5:59 PM CDT
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By Jacob Gallant
Memphis police are investigating a shooting that happened Wednesday afternoon.

Grizzlies

Memphis Grizzlies center Zach Edey (14) plays in the second half of a preseason NBA basketball...

Grizzlies open 2026-27 season with tribute to Brandon Clarke

Updated: Oct. 21, 2026 at 5:58 PM CDT
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By Jacob Gallant
The Memphis Grizzlies open a new season Wednesday night at FedExForum against the Utah Jazz, a game that will feature a pregame tribute to former Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke.

Crime

The FBI said that agents intercepted a phone call between Flores and two West Tennessee...

California man sentenced for West Tenn. meth distribution

Updated: Oct. 21, 2026 at 5:39 PM CDT
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By Stuart Rucker
A man from Los Angeles, California, has been sentenced to serve over 16 years in federal prison for attempting to distribute methamphetamine in West Tennessee, according to the Department of Justice.

Crime

A fugitive from justice has been apprehended thanks to the efforts of the Shelby County...

Murder suspect captured over one year after accidental release

Updated: Oct. 21, 2026 at 5:39 PM CDT
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By Stuart Rucker
A fugitive from justice has been apprehended thanks to the efforts of the Shelby County Sheriff’s Office and the U.S. Marshals Service.

2026 Elections

Jerri Green arriving to a polling location

Gubernatorial candidate casts vote in Shelby County

Updated: Oct. 21, 2026 at 5:30 PM CDT
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By Jacob Gallant
Democratic gubernatorial nominee for Tennessee Jerri Green cast her vote Wednesday in Shelby County.

2026 Elections

While watching, Action News 5 asked Election Commissioner Linda Phillips about comments from...

Shelby County Election Commission guarantees voting security

Updated: Oct. 21, 2026 at 4:22 PM CDT
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By Stuart Rucker
On Wednesday, voting machines went through another round of inspection, with officials checking for any potential issues.

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WATCH: Leaked video shows moments leading up to deadly Senatobia police shooting of 1-year-old...

WATCH: Leaked video shows Senatobia police shooting that killed 1-year-old Kohen Wiley

Updated: Oct. 21, 2026 at 3:49 PM CDT
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By Hannah Kozlowski and Michaela Redmond
Action News 5 has obtained footage showing the Senatobia police shooting that killed 1-year-old Kohen Wiley on June 14.

2026 Elections

FILE - In this Friday, Nov. 1, 2019 file photo, President Donald Trump brings forth U.S. Sen....

Trump coming to Corinth for Miss. Midterm rally

Updated: Oct. 21, 2026 at 3:48 PM CDT
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By Stuart Rucker
President Donald Trump is heading to the Magnolia State to host a Midterm Rally in support of local Republican candidates.

Good News

Firefighters rescue horse stuck in mud in Olive Branch

Firefighters rescue horse stuck in mud in Olive Branch

Updated: Oct. 21, 2026 at 2:41 PM CDT
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By Hannah Kozlowski
Olive Branch Fire Department responded to free a horse stuck in thick mud near a pond on Curbo Lane.

Top Story

Christopher Harris, 38, arrested and charged

Man holds woman hostage in car, forces her to perform sex acts, task force says

Updated: Oct. 21, 2026 at 12:21 PM CDT
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By Joel Moore
The Memphis Safe Task Force executed several arrests last week, one of them being a man who was accused of holding a woman against her will.

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Newly approved MLGW budget sees 12% price hike for residents, 30% for data centers

Updated: Oct. 21, 2026 at 11:27 AM CDT
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By Joel Moore
The Memphis Light, Gas and Water Board of Commissioners approved a budget that includes rate increases for residents and data centers alike.

State

An Osceola woman died and a child was injured in a single-vehicle crash Thursday night in...

Osceola woman dies, child hurt in single-vehicle Bondsville crash

Updated: Oct. 21, 2026 at 11:19 AM CDT
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By K8 Newsdesk
An Osceola woman died and a child was injured in a single-vehicle crash Thursday night in Bondsville.

State

This photo provided by the Tennessee Department of Correction shows Christa Pike on Jan. 12,...

One-third of Americans support second Christa Pike execution attempt after Tennessee failed the first time, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds

Updated: Oct. 21, 2026 at 10:45 AM CDT
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By Camruinn Morgan-Rumsey
About a third of Americans think Tennessee should try to execute Christa Pike again after her failed execution in September, according to a Reuters/Ipsos poll.

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Town of Brighton under water conservation notice

Updated: Oct. 21, 2026 at 9:54 AM CDT
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By Shayna Norwood
The town of Brighton is asking residents to conserve water because its larger water tower is out of service.

Top Story

Musk says he spends four days a week in Memphis to get Colossus 2 online

Musk says he spends four days a week in Memphis to get Colossus 2 online

Updated: Oct. 21, 2026 at 8:21 AM CDT
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By Hannah Kozlowski
Elon Musk says he spends four days a week in Memphis working to bring the Colossus 2 supercomputer cluster online as the project faces a federal lawsuit over turbines
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