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At least two robbers pointed a gun at a woman running in Midtown.
More >>At least two robbers pointed a gun at a woman running in Midtown.
More >>A former employee returned to Krystal to rob the place, according to Memphis Police Department.
More >>A former employee returned to Krystal to rob the place, according to Memphis Police Department.
More >>Catholic charities handed out snow cones to the homeless Wednesday.
More >>Catholic charities handed out snow cones to the homeless Wednesday.
More >>The Shelby County Democratic Party is standing against a move by the election commission that changes where voters can cast an early ballot in the August election, accusing the commission of trying to suppress the African-American vote.
More >>The Shelby County Democratic Party is standing against a move by the election commission that changes where voters can cast an early ballot in the August election, accusing the commission of trying to suppress the African-American vote.
More >>Orpheum Theater celebrates its 90th birthday this year with a campaign, "Save the Wurlitzer."
More >>Orpheum Theater celebrates its 90th birthday this year with a campaign, "Save the Wurlitzer."
More >>4th of July celebration at Municipal Park in Germantown
More >>4th of July celebration at Municipal Park in Germantown
More >>Rumors of Kennedy's retirement have swirled for weeks as the 80-year-old justice neared the end of his 29th year on the court. He turns 81 in July.
More >>Rumors of Kennedy's retirement have swirled for weeks as the 80-year-old justice neared the end of his 29th year on the court. He turns 81 in July.
More >>One person was injured in a fire at a tire shop Wednesday morning.
More >>One person was injured in a fire at a tire shop Wednesday morning.
More >>A man is behind bars after police say he stole almost $10,000 worth of equipment from an after school program.
More >>A man is behind bars after police say he stole almost $10,000 worth of equipment from an after school program.
More >>Several hundred fireworks were stolen from Boom City Fireworks on Tuesday, according to DeSoto County Sheriff's Department.
More >>Several hundred fireworks were stolen from Boom City Fireworks on Tuesday, according to DeSoto County Sheriff's Department.
More >>The full moon will coincide with Saturn's closest pass by Earth this week. Meteorologist Brittney Bryant explains the timing and best viewing practices.
More >>The full moon will coincide with Saturn's closest pass by Earth this week. Meteorologist Brittney Bryant explains the timing and best viewing practices.
More >>A hard deadline has been set in a process that has so far yielded uncertainty about when children might again see their parents.
More >>A hard deadline has been set in a process that has so far yielded uncertainty about when children might again see their parents.
More >>Something you take for granted when you're in the hospital is actually in critically short supply.
More >>Something you take for granted when you're in the hospital is actually in critically short supply.
More >>The Tennessee Department of Human Services says SNAP recipients may be eligible for extra benefits to have that food replaced.
More >>The Tennessee Department of Human Services says SNAP recipients may be eligible for extra benefits to have that food replaced.
More >>It is Day 4 for some Memphis residents with no power in the stifling summer heat.
More >>It is Day 4 for some Memphis residents with no power in the stifling summer heat.
More >>City of Memphis is trying a new tactic to cut down on blight.
More >>City of Memphis is trying a new tactic to cut down on blight.
More >>A strong low-pressure system in Iowa is creating problems for the Mid-South.
More >>A strong low-pressure system in Iowa is creating problems for the Mid-South.
More >>Michael Guest and David Baria have been declared winners of the Republican Primary Runoff Election for the 3rd Congressional District and the Democratic Primary Runoff Election, respectively.
More >>Michael Guest and David Baria have been declared winners of the Republican Primary Runoff Election for the 3rd Congressional District and the Democratic Primary Runoff Election, respectively.
More >>Having made his point, the man returned to his car with his head held high. If he was in any pain, he wasn’t showing it.
More >>Having made his point, the man returned to his car with his head held high. If he was in any pain, he wasn’t showing it.
More >>The City of Memphis is looking for ideas on how to repurpose several old buildings in the new South City development.
More >>The City of Memphis is looking for ideas on how to repurpose several old buildings in the new South City development.
More >>A medical clinic receptionist was arrested Monday evening after a week long investigation.
More >>A medical clinic receptionist was arrested Monday evening after a week long investigation.
More >>A Memphis police officer remains under intensive care Tuesday, a week after he was hit by a drunk driver.
More >>A Memphis police officer remains under intensive care Tuesday, a week after he was hit by a drunk driver.
More >>Children detained at Juvenile Court worked eight weeks to create an inspirational mural.
More >>Children detained at Juvenile Court worked eight weeks to create an inspirational mural.
More >>Two students represented Memphis in a theatrical competition in New York City, after winning Orpheum's 2018 High School Musical Theatre Awards.
More >>Two students represented Memphis in a theatrical competition in New York City, after winning Orpheum's 2018 High School Musical Theatre Awards.
More >>The United States Supreme Court upheld President Donald Trump's travel ban. The 5-4 decision gives the President a major victory rejecting the challenge that it discriminated against Muslims.
More >>The United States Supreme Court upheld President Donald Trump's travel ban. The 5-4 decision gives the President a major victory rejecting the challenge that it discriminated against Muslims.
More >>The mobile stroke unit has been in operation since 2016 and has already saved many lives. On Tuesday, it earned a major seal of approval by receiving its accreditation Tuesday.
More >>The mobile stroke unit has been in operation since 2016 and has already saved many lives. On Tuesday, it earned a major seal of approval by receiving its accreditation Tuesday.
More >>Ever dreamed of staring in a movie? Here's your chance.
More >>Ever dreamed of staring in a movie? Here's your chance.
More >>A charter schools purchase of a Hickory Hill shopping center kicks off a 3-year project for the community.
More >>A charter schools purchase of a Hickory Hill shopping center kicks off a 3-year project for the community.
More >>Memphis Police Department changed some of the qualifications needed to become a police officer.
More >>Memphis Police Department changed some of the qualifications needed to become a police officer.
More >>The Shelby County Sheriff's Jail Division has been honored for helping a foundation that supports families of fallen correctional officers.
More >>The Shelby County Sheriff's Jail Division has been honored for helping a foundation that supports families of fallen correctional officers.
More >>The University of Memphis football team away game tickets went on sale June 26.
More >>The University of Memphis football team away game tickets went on sale June 26.
More >>It’s a top 10 list no one wants to be on. Tennessee ranks fourth in the nation for women killed by men, and even those who have survived are often victimized over and over in different ways.
More >>It’s a top 10 list no one wants to be on. Tennessee ranks fourth in the nation for women killed by men, and even those who have survived are often victimized over and over in different ways.
More >>The Supreme Court on Tuesday upheld President Donald Trump's ban on travel from multiple Muslim-majority countries.
More >>The Supreme Court on Tuesday upheld President Donald Trump's ban on travel from multiple Muslim-majority countries.
More >>Low-calorie ice cream king Halo Top is being sued for underfilling its pints.
More >>Low-calorie ice cream king Halo Top is being sued for underfilling its pints.
More >>Bartlett police K-9 officers received new eye protection this past weekend.
More >>Bartlett police K-9 officers received new eye protection this past weekend.
More >>A pair of Memphis children's hospitals are ranked among the best in the world.
More >>A pair of Memphis children's hospitals are ranked among the best in the world.
More >>A couple of weeks ago after a day of storms in the Mid-South, a viewer in Hardin County sent us a picture of a strange formation in the sky. Some members in our newsroom asked, "Is that a cloud or a UFO?"
More >>A couple of weeks ago after a day of storms in the Mid-South, a viewer in Hardin County sent us a picture of a strange formation in the sky. Some members in our newsroom asked, "Is that a cloud or a UFO?"
More >>A woman was robbed by two men outside her home on Dunn Ave. on May 20.
More >>A woman was robbed by two men outside her home on Dunn Ave. on May 20.
More >>Police pulled a man from the Mississippi River and promptly arrested him Monday afternoon.
More >>Police pulled a man from the Mississippi River and promptly arrested him Monday afternoon.
More >>The city of Memphis is dealing with blight in an unconventional way.
More >>The city of Memphis is dealing with blight in an unconventional way.
More >>This summer, driver’s license in Arkansas will have a new design.
More >>This summer, driver’s license in Arkansas will have a new design.
More >>Madrid Police Department in Spain, they have trained their police dog, Poncho, do to CPR.
More >>Madrid Police Department in Spain, they have trained their police dog, Poncho, do to CPR.
More >>A thief didn't make it too far with their mini-fridge.
More >>A thief didn't make it too far with their mini-fridge.
More >>A man was shot during a robbery attempt Monday night.
More >>A man was shot during a robbery attempt Monday night.
More >>Eight people were arrested for their roles in a widespread cyber conspiracy that reportedly infiltrated servers and email systems of a Memphis-based real estate company in 2016.
More >>Eight people were arrested for their roles in a widespread cyber conspiracy that reportedly infiltrated servers and email systems of a Memphis-based real estate company in 2016.
More >>More than a year after a storm damaged the Tom Lee Memorial in downtown Memphis, the obelisk that came crashing down still hasn't been replaced. Now, WMC Action News 5 has learned it may never be.
More >>More than a year after a storm damaged the Tom Lee Memorial in downtown Memphis, the obelisk that came crashing down still hasn't been replaced. Now, WMC Action News 5 has learned it may never be.
More >>A federal judge has agreed to merge two lawsuits by opponents of Arkansas' Ten Commandments monument that seek to have the display removed from the state Capitol grounds.
More >>A federal judge has agreed to merge two lawsuits by opponents of Arkansas' Ten Commandments monument that seek to have the display removed from the state Capitol grounds.
More >>Research shows many childhood cancer survivors are not concerned about their future health.
More >>Research shows many childhood cancer survivors are not concerned about their future health.
More >>The images of children being separated from their parents have left some in Memphis asking what they can do to help.
More >>The images of children being separated from their parents have left some in Memphis asking what they can do to help.
More >>The CEO of a healthcare company that billed the Memphis Fire Department for $100,000 in services that the city expected to be free is responding to the audit.
More >>The CEO of a healthcare company that billed the Memphis Fire Department for $100,000 in services that the city expected to be free is responding to the audit.
More >>Priscilla Presley has helped create thousands of Memphis tourism jobs by opening Graceland to visitors in 1982.
More >>Priscilla Presley has helped create thousands of Memphis tourism jobs by opening Graceland to visitors in 1982.
More >>Security video from the salon shows the suspect push over a display of expensive nail polish and knock items off another counter.
More >>Security video from the salon shows the suspect push over a display of expensive nail polish and knock items off another counter.
More >>Ikea said it is cooperating with authorities and reiterated its policy against bringing weapons into its stores.
More >>Ikea said it is cooperating with authorities and reiterated its policy against bringing weapons into its stores.
More >>The trial of a man accused of "honor killings" is underway in Texas.
More >>The trial of a man accused of "honor killings" is underway in Texas.
More >>A 20-year-old father who confessed to shaking his 8-week-old baby earlier this month has been charged.
More >>A 20-year-old father who confessed to shaking his 8-week-old baby earlier this month has been charged.
More >>Former President George H.W. Bush is welcoming a new member of the family: a yellow Labrador retriever named "Sully."
More >>Former President George H.W. Bush is welcoming a new member of the family: a yellow Labrador retriever named "Sully."
More >>A new drug that could prevent nearsightedness will be tested on Memphis children in 2018.
More >>A new drug that could prevent nearsightedness will be tested on Memphis children in 2018.
More >>Memphis Mayor Jim Strickland is defending hundreds of thousands of dollars in overtime spending being used to provide himself around-the-clock security.
More >>Memphis Mayor Jim Strickland is defending hundreds of thousands of dollars in overtime spending being used to provide himself around-the-clock security.
More >>The Downtown Memphis Commission is planning to transform Handy Park.
More >>The Downtown Memphis Commission is planning to transform Handy Park.
More >>Memphis storms knocked out power to thousands and caused significant damage to some homes.
More >>Memphis storms knocked out power to thousands and caused significant damage to some homes.
More >>Two teens are charged with breaking into a Mid-South Target.
More >>Two teens are charged with breaking into a Mid-South Target.
More >>Mrs. Bobbie Fingers is the winner of the 2018 St. Jude Dream Home!
More >>Mrs. Bobbie Fingers is the winner of the 2018 St. Jude Dream Home!
More >>A policy change in Tennessee could cut medical services for more than 500,000 women, according to Planned Parenthood.
More >>A policy change in Tennessee could cut medical services for more than 500,000 women, according to Planned Parenthood.
More >>David Rausch, who began serving as Knoxville's police chief in 2011, is the new director of the agency.
More >>David Rausch, who began serving as Knoxville's police chief in 2011, is the new director of the agency.
More >>There's no doubt having a criminal record can make life extremely difficult for people trying to move forward.
More >>There's no doubt having a criminal record can make life extremely difficult for people trying to move forward.
More >>Thousands remain without power after weekend storms knocked down trees and power lines across Memphis.
More >>Thousands remain without power after weekend storms knocked down trees and power lines across Memphis.
More >>Nina Wingfield, the director of Collierville Animal Shelter, is retiring at the end of June.
More >>Nina Wingfield, the director of Collierville Animal Shelter, is retiring at the end of June.
More >>More than 70 kids will get the opportunity to attend free summer camp with Memphis Police Department.
More >>More than 70 kids will get the opportunity to attend free summer camp with Memphis Police Department.
More >>Community Lift organization will start accepting applications for their 2018 Empowerment Grants on June 26.
More >>Community Lift organization will start accepting applications for their 2018 Empowerment Grants on June 26.
More >>Once combined, the company will have 142 television stations serving 92 markets, making it the third largest television station group in the U.S.
More >>Once combined, the company will have 142 television stations serving 92 markets, making it the third largest television station group in the U.S.
More >>Shelby County Sheriff's Office is searching for several people on a variety of different warrants. Can you help locate any of them?
More >>See where you can find the cheapest gas in your neighborhood!
More >>The First Alert Weather Team is blogging! Check out their in-depth analysis of various weather events and phenomenon.
More >>The First Alert Weather Team is blogging! Check out their in-depth analysis of various weather events and phenomenon.
More >>Stay connected to the Mid-South with WMC Action News 5 on any device.
More >>Stay connected to the Mid-South with WMC Action News 5 on any device.
More >>The Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail is an incredible collection of 26 golf courses that are scattered into just about every corner of the state of Alabama...
More >>The Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail is an incredible collection of 26 golf courses that are scattered into just about every corner of the state of Alabama...
More >>The Shelby County Democratic Party is standing against a move by the election commission that changes where voters can cast an early ballot in the August election, accusing the commission of trying to suppress the African-American vote.
More >>The Shelby County Democratic Party is standing against a move by the election commission that changes where voters can cast an early ballot in the August election, accusing the commission of trying to suppress the African-American vote.
More >>Orpheum Theater celebrates its 90th birthday this year with a campaign, "Save the Wurlitzer."
More >>Orpheum Theater celebrates its 90th birthday this year with a campaign, "Save the Wurlitzer."
More >>4th of July celebration at Municipal Park in Germantown
More >>4th of July celebration at Municipal Park in Germantown
More >>The Metro Public Health Department confirmed five new cases of hepatitis A since last week, including two more cases among Davidson County Sheriff’s Office inmates.
More >>The Metro Public Health Department confirmed five new cases of hepatitis A since last week, including two more cases among Davidson County Sheriff’s Office inmates.
More >>The armed robbery happened around 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at Music City Pawn in the 2600 block of Nolensville Pike.
More >>The armed robbery happened around 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at Music City Pawn in the 2600 block of Nolensville Pike.
More >>For National HIV Testing Day on Wednesday June 27th, Walgreens, Greater than AIDS, and the local organization My Brother's Keeper are partnering up to get those numbers down.
More >>For National HIV Testing Day on Wednesday June 27th, Walgreens, Greater than AIDS, and the local organization My Brother's Keeper are partnering up to get those numbers down.
More >>An Ellisville man was charged with sexual battery after Jones County Sheriff's deputies received a report from a concerned family member regarding possible sexual assault against a child, according to the sheriff's department. Curtis L. Lowery, 48, turned himself into the Jones County Sheriff's Department on Tuesday. A family member reported that the victim said the assault took place a few years ago at Lowrey's residence, according to a JCSD Facebook post. Deputies...
More >>An Ellisville man was charged with sexual battery after Jones County Sheriff's deputies received a report from a concerned family member regarding possible sexual assault against a child, according to the sheriff's department. Curtis L. Lowery, 48, turned himself into the Jones County Sheriff's Department on Tuesday. A family member reported that the victim said the assault took place a few years ago at Lowrey's residence, according to a JCSD Facebook post. Deputies...
More >>Laurel police arrested a man after he allegedly fled from officers during an attempted traffic stop on Friday. Jerry Jerome Patterson, 58, was charged with felony fleeing and attempted aggravated assault on an officer. Officers attempted to stop a white truck near the intersection of West Drive and Airport Rd. around 2:22 a.m. when the truck sped away, according to a Laurel Police Department news release. Patterson drove the truck into a ditch, and two officers exited thei...
More >>Laurel police arrested a man after he allegedly fled from officers during an attempted traffic stop on Friday. Jerry Jerome Patterson, 58, was charged with felony fleeing and attempted aggravated assault on an officer. Officers attempted to stop a white truck near the intersection of West Drive and Airport Rd. around 2:22 a.m. when the truck sped away, according to a Laurel Police Department news release. Patterson drove the truck into a ditch, and two officers exited thei...
More >>The Mississippi Department of Insurance is offering help to those who have questions about the contract dispute between University of Mississippi Medical Center and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mississippi.
More >>The Mississippi Department of Insurance is offering help to those who have questions about the contract dispute between University of Mississippi Medical Center and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mississippi.
More >>A man faces felony charges after police say he crashed into one of their cruisers while trying to avoid arrest.
More >>A man faces felony charges after police say he crashed into one of their cruisers while trying to avoid arrest.
More >>A judge found probable cause Wednesday to charge a Jonesboro man with commercial burglary after police said he broke into a local charity twice and stole more than $400 worth of donated items.
More >>A judge found probable cause Wednesday to charge a Jonesboro man with commercial burglary after police said he broke into a local charity twice and stole more than $400 worth of donated items.
More >>The owners of two Batesville businesses are accused of housing illegal gambling.
More >>The owners of two Batesville businesses are accused of housing illegal gambling.
More >>Paragould residents can celebrate their independence this year with fireworks. But, only on July 4.
More >>Paragould residents can celebrate their independence this year with fireworks. But, only on July 4.
More >>A man faces multiple assault charges after deputies say he pointed a gun at a car during an alleged road rage incident.
More >>A man faces multiple assault charges after deputies say he pointed a gun at a car during an alleged road rage incident.
More >>A body has been found at a New Jersey residence owned by New York Giants cornerback Janoris Jenkins.
More >>A body has been found at a New Jersey residence owned by New York Giants cornerback Janoris Jenkins.
More >>A former World Series champion is the newest member of the Memphis Tigers baseball staff.
More >>A former World Series champion is the newest member of the Memphis Tigers baseball staff.
More >>Mini-Camp Roster To Participate in Five Sessions Held From June 28-June 30 Memphis, Tenn. – Memphis Grizzlies General Manager Chris Wallace today announced that 2018 draftees Jaren Jackson Jr. and Jevon Carter will join Deyonta Davis, Myke Henry, Ivan Rabb, Kobi Simmons and Wayne Selden Jr. on the Grizzlies’ 2018 Summer League Mini-Camp roster. The full roster is listed below. No. Player Pos. Ht. Wt. Birthdate Pre-Draft Team/Home Country NBA Yrs 15 Dee Bost G 6-2 176 10/...
More >>Mini-Camp Roster To Participate in Five Sessions Held From June 28-June 30 Memphis, Tenn. – Memphis Grizzlies General Manager Chris Wallace today announced that 2018 draftees Jaren Jackson Jr. and Jevon Carter will join Deyonta Davis, Myke Henry, Ivan Rabb, Kobi Simmons and Wayne Selden Jr. on the Grizzlies’ 2018 Summer League Mini-Camp roster. The full roster is listed below. No. Player Pos. Ht. Wt. Birthdate Pre-Draft Team/Home Country NBA Yrs 15 Dee Bost G 6-2 176 10/...
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