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From Daily Memphian, FOX13 Memphis and 9 more newsrooms, gathered by TMI, 6AM City’s local news service, in the last two days.

  1. Daily Memphian51 minutes ago

    Pickering Firm expands into East Tennessee

    The acquisition gives the 80-year-old firm a presence in East Tennessee and adds to its engineering and design capabilities.

  2. FOX13 Memphis1 hour ago

    WATCH: Timeline of inmate's escape

  3. WREG.com1 hour ago

    Marsha Blackburn makes final campaign stop in Memphis

    MEMPHIS, Tenn. — With Election Day just hours away, Tennessee gubernatorial candidate Senator Marsha Blackburn is in Memphis as she continues her campaign. Memphis is Senator Blackburn’s final campaign stop before Election Day. Supporters are presenting their support as Blackburn makes her final pitch to Tennessee Voters. WREG hasn’t had a chance to hear from Blackburn,

    Also reported byAction News 5

  4. FOX13 Memphis1 hour ago

    xAI expansion brings more data centers, growing concerns to Southaven

    xAI is expanding its massive supercomputer campus across the Tennessee-Mississippi state line, with six facilities planned across Whitehaven and Southaven

  5. DeSoto County News1 hour ago

    DeSoto County Football Regular Season Finale Set for Thursday

  6. Daily Memphian1 hour ago

    Blood donations needed as holidays approach, major nonprofit says

    Earlier this year, the nonprofit reported a two-year low for type O blood.

  7. FOX13 Memphis2 hours ago

    Election Day forecast: When to vote to avoid rain and storms

  8. DeSoto County News2 hours ago

    Chick-fil-A Southaven hiring for catering and delivery positions

    Chick-fil-A Southaven is seeking team members for catering specialist and truck delivery roles.

  9. DeSoto County News2 hours ago

    Southaven Fire Department promotes Chad Walker to captain

    Chad Walker has been promoted to captain after more than 14 years of service with the Southaven Fire Department, according to the department.

  10. DeSoto County News2 hours ago

    Olive Branch police name Briana Stuckey September officer of the month

    The Olive Branch Police Department recognized Officer Briana Stuckey as its Officer of the Month for September 2026.

  11. DeSoto County News2 hours ago

    Southaven Chamber Launches Building Bridges Campaign With $50,000 Goal

    The campaign aims to raise $50,000 by Dec. 31 to expand the Bridge Academy and Mid South Business Exchange programs.

  12. WREG.com2 hours ago

    Why Tennessee still changes its clocks for daylight savings time

    MEMPHIS, Tenn. — While most Mid-Southerners remembered to fall back on Sunday morning, gaining an extra hour of sleep, not everyone is thrilled with the end of daylight saving time which means an earlier sunrise and earlier sunset. The state of Tennessee moved its clocks back by one hour at 2 a.m. Sunday, and will

  13. Daily Memphian2 hours ago

    NCAA ruling on Nemanja Popovic appeal announced

    The news about the Memphis Tigers’ appeal of the Nemanja Popovic eligibility ruling was announced two hours before the season opener against Iowa State.

  14. FOX13 Memphis3 hours ago

    End of daylight savings time could mean increased driver danger

  15. The Commercial Appeal3 hours ago

    Memphis basketball center Nemanja Popović's appeal denied

    Memphis basketball’s appeal of Nemanja Popović’s six-game withholding period was denied, the school announced Nov. 2.

  16. Action News 53 hours ago

    Monkey on loose in Crockett County

    The Crockett County Sheriff’s Office is on the hunt for a loose monkey.

  17. The Commercial Appeal3 hours ago

    Grizzlies vs Pelicans score updates, Cam Boozer highlights, TV channel

    The Memphis Grizzlies are going for a franchise record 7-0 start against the New Orleans Pelicans. Follow along for live updates.

  18. FOX13 Memphis3 hours ago

    Clerk's office looks to shorten wait times with new hours

  19. Elizabethton Star3 hours ago

    Cyclones, Warriors set sights on TSSAA state cross country championships

    STAR CORRESPONDENT Elizabethton and Happy Valley cross country runners will carry their schools’ colors to Memphis after delivering impressive performances at the regional championships Wednesday in Knoxville. The Elizabethton Cyclones […]

  20. FOX13 Memphis3 hours ago

    Regional One CEO says $900 million hospital project is not on hold, but major funding gap remains

  21. Action News 53 hours ago

    Alicia Keys’ ‘Hell’s Kitchen’ to premiere at the Orpheum in March 2027

    The Grammy- and Tony Award-winning musical Alicia Keys’ Hell’s Kitchen is set to premiere at the Orpheum Theatre in March 2027.

  22. WREG.com3 hours ago

    How Le Bonheur helps new mothers in Memphis

  23. WREG.com3 hours ago

    TN voters could elect 1st female governor Tuesday

  24. DeSoto County News4 hours ago

    Federal judge: Southaven data center gas turbines must have air permits

    By Katherine Lin | Originally published by Mississippi Today Audio articles are automated for accessibility. Humans wrote and edited the

  25. FOX13 Memphis4 hours ago

    Midterm Election Day is here. What you need to know heading to the polls

  26. WREG.com4 hours ago

    Walmart brings drone delivery to West Memphis

    MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Walmart is now bringing drone delivery service to West Memphis, Arkansas. Mayor McClendon joined Walmart, Wing Drone Delivery, city officials, and community leaders Monday for the official ribbon-cutting celebrating the arrival of the Mid-South’s first drone delivery service, the city of West Memphis said. Standard delivery fees will apply per order, but

  27. FOX13 Memphis4 hours ago

    2 foreign nationalists indicted for allegedly voting illegally in West Tennessee federal elections

    Two foreign nationals have been indicted on federal charges accusing them of illegally voting in elections in West Tennessee

    Also reported byWREG.com

  28. WREG.com5 hours ago

    Federal poll watchers in Memphis

  29. Chattanoogan.com Breaking News5 hours ago

    StoryPoint Hixson South Resident Takes Centerstage With Art Exhibit

    After decades spent bringing the arts to life for others, Ronny Jewell is stepping into the spotlight with artwork of his own. The StoryPoint Hixson South re...

  30. Memphis Flyer5 hours ago

    Court Says NAACP Suit Against xAI Can Proceed

    In April, the NAACP sued xAI and MZX tech for its methane gas turbine operations, following a 60-day notice of intent to sue.

  31. FOX13 Memphis5 hours ago

    Southwind High issues statement, announces changes after football game fights

  32. Memphis Flyer5 hours ago

    The NBA’s Last Unbeaten Team: Why the Grizzlies’ 6-0 Start Deserves Attention

    Memphis’ defense, depth, and league-leading three-point shooting have them one win away from franchise history.

  33. The Commercial Appeal5 hours ago

    Entering TSSAA football playoffs, who enters latest Memphis area Super 15 Rankings?

    The TSSAA football playoffs begin Nov.6 and numerous Memphis area teams host first round playoff games. Check out the latest Super 15 rankings.

  34. localmemphis.com6 hours ago

    Shelby County one of three Tennessee counties selected for DOJ election monitoring

    'No reason has been shared regarding why our county was selected,' SCEC said.

  35. WBBJ-TV6 hours ago

    Double your impact for Ronald McDonald House families during match week

    Heart of the House Match week is starting and your gift could mean twice as much to families staying at Ronald McDonald House West Tennessee and Northeast Arkansas.

  36. DeSoto County News6 hours ago

    DeSoto Election Day Storm Update: Rain Arrives Late Tuesday

    Election Day storm update for DeSoto County: NWS Memphis says storms arrive late Tuesday afternoon, with 1-2 inches of rain and an isolated severe risk.

  37. DeSoto County News6 hours ago

    DeSoto County Veterans Day Events: Breakfast, Luncheons

    DeSoto County Veterans Day events for 2026: Horn Lake’s Nov. 6 breakfast, plus free luncheons in Southaven Nov. 11 and Olive Branch Nov. 12.

  38. Memphis Flyer7 hours ago

    We Saw You: Meat Me In Memphis Gala

    Meat-based dishes are featured at the annual Monogram Foods fundraiser

  39. WREG.com7 hours ago

    Shelby County Clerk's office operating under new hours

    MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The Shelby County Clerk’s office has new hours. All locations will now open at 8:30 in the morning and close at 4 in the evening. The clerk says this change will allow all offices to operate more efficiently. On Monday morning, dozens of people were waiting for the Shelby County Clerk’s Office

    Also reported byAction News 5

  40. WREG.com7 hours ago

    Restaurant Inspection Scores: Oct. 27- Nov. 2

    Newest Restaurant Report Card | If you want the latest Shelby County restaurant scores sent directly to your inbox, sign up for it today on WREG’s Newsletter here. Each week, WREG is rounding up the highest and lowest scores from Shelby County restaurant inspections. Find more restaurant scores from Shelby County and other Tennessee counties here. Lowest Scores: Bangkok Alley2150