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Bankruptcy judge rules Memphis can take over Beale

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) - A federal bankruptcy judge has ruled that the city of Memphis can take over the Beale Street Entertainment District from Performa Entertainment Real Estate Inc. The city owns the entertainment district and Beale Street Development Corp.…

Baptist, Vanderbilt collaborate on cancer care

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) - Two major hospitals in Tennessee have teamed up to fight cancer in a collaboration that will allow doctors in Memphis and Nashville to pool resources and share research. The Commercial Appeal reports Baptist Memorial Health Care…

Lincoln Memorial drops suit over law school

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - Lincoln Memorial University is dropping the lawsuit it filed against the American Bar Association after that organization declined to accredit its law school. The suit claimed the school met all the standards but was denied accreditation…

Champions of Character: Hunter Smith - Bolivar Central

This video is no longer available. Hunter Smith just completed his senior season as a kicker on the Bolivar High School football team. Fresh off a season ending loss to Liberty, the field at Tiger Stadium still bears Hunter's cleat…

Halloween Vandalism Punishable by Law

This video is no longer available. MADISON COUNTY, Tenn.- Before you go out 'trick-or-treating' this Halloween, local law enforcement officials want you to know what could happen if you get caught. Egging and toilet papering houses may seen like fun,…

Exchange Club Names Firefighter of the Year

This video is no longer available. JACKSON, Tenn.- A Jackson civic club named its Firefighter of the Year, Tuesday. The Exchange Club recognized Jackson Firefighter Brian Rice of Station 5 with this year's honor. Leaders said throughout his exceptional years…

Trunk-or-Treat Event at North Side H.S. Wednesday

This video is no longer available. JACKSON, Tenn.- If you are planning to take your kids 'trick-or-treating' Wednesday night, then there is a safe alternative for you. Beginning at 5 p.m. Wednesday afternoon, the City of Jackson and Madison County…

One Year Later: No Arrest In Karen Swift Murder

This video is no longer available. DYERSBURG, Tenn- It has been a year since Karen Swift, a Dyersburg mother of four, was reported missing. On the anniversary of her disappearance, neighbors remember her. "Everyone was saddened for the fact they…

Hurricane Sandy Causing Shipping Problems for Businesses

This video is no longer available. JACKSON, Tenn.- The destruction left behind by Hurricane Sandy is causing major shipping problems for those wanting to send packages to loved ones in the Northeast. West Tennesseans said they believe care packages are…

Red Cross Continuing Hurricane Response

This video is no longer available. JACKSON, Tenn. - With millions without power and in need of shelter in the Northeast, relief volunteers with the Jackson area chapter of the American Red Cross are preparing to lend a hand to…

Naked Man Chased and Arrested in Weakley Co.

This video is no longer available. WEAKLEY COUNTY, Tenn. – A naked man was taken into custody by Weakley County authorities after a chase, Sunday. According to the report from the Weakley County Sheriff‘s Department, a deputy responded to a…

2nd mental evaluation awaited for Memphis teen

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) - A court hearing for a 17-year-old boy charged with fatally stabbing his high school principal has been rescheduled as lawyers await a second mental evaluation. Shelby County Criminal Court Judge Otis Higgs on Tuesday reset Eduardo…

Another meningitis death reported in Tennessee

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - The state Department of Health said another Tennessee patient who contracted fungal meningitis linked to epidural steroid shots has died, bringing the total number of deaths in the state to 11. On Tuesday, the department posted…

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