Good morning, Memphis.

Blind veterans at the Courtyard Marriott at the Memphis Airport received free Ray-Ban AI glasses from Meta to help them navigate daily challenges (training sessions will follow to show them how to use the technology).

A Fairley High School graduate donated $200,000 to help Whitehaven families cover rent, utilities, groceries and childcare needs.

Agape Child and Family Services will work with Fairley High School to connect 100 to 200 families with vital support.

Jacques-Louis Barkery recently opened a new gluten-free bakery in Cooper-Young so locals and others within a 150-mile radius can enjoy safe treats.

Owner Savannah Kenney, diagnosed with celiac in 2018, said the new spot meets a long-needed community demand.

Booker T. Washington High School celebrated its 100-year legacy Friday morning with a parade featuring marching bands, yellow & green pom-poms, and floats honoring community, alumni, and students.

Memphis Light Gas and Water crews are repairing two water leaks on Union Ave, causing lane closures and delays for at least a week.

A second repair will begin Monday, Oct. 19 near Union and South Fourth, with traffic shifted accordingly.

A U.S. District Judge lifted a block, allowing state officials to begin the takeover of Memphis-Shelby County Schools on Thursday – the decision followed a judicial recusal and starts state oversight reviewing changes to academics, finances and leadership.

The Department of Veterans Affairs held a ribbon-cutting ceremony Friday in Millington to celebrate a new clinic with nearly 34,000 sqft of space that offers primary care, mental health, women’s healthcare, audiology and telehealth services for veterans.

The clinic will soon expand to include specialties (such as cardiology and endocrinology).

Sen. Marsha Blackburn addressed backlash Friday over a viral AI video using Kendrick Lamar’s music in Memphis; she said the video—created by a county commissioner—was reposted by her campaign for fun and was not meant to offend.

A Memphis journalist shared her personal journey of overcoming breast cancer after her diagnosis at 26, offering guidance to other women seeking support.

The account was released today to help those facing similar challenges.

On Friday Football Fever Week 9, MUS broke Central’s undefeated 7-0 streak with a 42-21 win at Crump.

Sophomore quarterback Jack Hill Jr. ran for two first-half touchdowns — a key factor in the Owls’ standout performance as other regional games unfolded.