Tuesday, July 22 2014 7:38 PM EDT2014-07-22 23:38:11 GMT
(WMC) – Kamp KSI is a non-profit organization that's teaching kids to think. Kairo's Services, Incorporated is using chess, yoga, golf, Spanish, and nutrition to get young minds churning. They begin withMore >>
Kamp KSI is a non-profit organization that's teaching kids to think. Kairo's Services, Incorporated is using chess, yoga, golf, Spanish, and nutrition to get young minds churning.More >>
Friday, July 18 2014 11:03 PM EDT2014-07-19 03:03:03 GMT
(WMC) - A big celebration was held at Memphis Zoo on Friday, celebrating a milestone birthday for one panda with a lot of big fans. Le Le, one of the zoo's giant pandas, turned 16 years old and he celebratedMore >>
A big celebration was held at Memphis Zoo on Friday, celebrating a milestone birthday for one panda with a lot of big fans.More >>
Friday, July 18 2014 6:43 PM EDT2014-07-18 22:43:52 GMT
(WMC) - They weren't chasing around sticks or squeaky toys. Instead, a dozen pups were chasing the kind of fun the world tuned in for just weeks ago when the World Cup reached a fever pitch. It was almostMore >>
They weren't chasing around sticks or squeaky toys. Instead, a dozen pups were chasing the kind of fun the world tuned in for just weeks ago when the World Cup reached a fever pitch.More >>
Friday, July 18 2014 2:49 PM EDT2014-07-18 18:49:42 GMT
(WMC) – This Freebie Friday includes great offers for parents of school-aged children, hot dog and music lovers! Back to school haircuts Remington College in Memphis is inviting parents to bring theirMore >>
This Freebie Friday includes great offers for parents of school-aged children, hot dog and music lovers!More >>
Thursday, July 17 2014 8:19 PM EDT2014-07-18 00:19:48 GMT
(WMC) - There are thousands of songs about Memphis. But what would you say are the top 100? Commercial Appeal staffers came up with a list of what they think are the 100 best songs about the Bluff City. TheMore >>
There are thousands of songs about Memphis, but what would you say are the top 100? More >>
Thursday, July 17 2014 7:03 AM EDT2014-07-17 11:03:38 GMT
(WMC) - Pretty in duck tape: it's why two Mid-South teens will receive $10,000 each. Outfits defined by bold colors, cut-by-hand designs, and a detachable skirt took 28 rolls of Duck brand duct tape andMore >>
Outfits defined by bold colors, cut-by-hand designs, and a detachable skirt took 28 rolls of Duck brand duct tape and 102 hours to accomplish.More >>
Thursday, July 17 2014 5:10 AM EDT2014-07-17 09:10:20 GMT
While some college students spent their summer by the pool or hanging out with friends, one Mid-Southerner took his talents overseas — China, to be exact.More >>
While some college students spent their summer by the pool or hanging out with friends, one Mid-Southerner took his talents overseas — China, to be exact.More >>
Wednesday, July 16 2014 9:36 PM EDT2014-07-17 01:36:01 GMT
(WMC) - WMC Action News 5 is sending out a High 5 to the Memphis Eagles Elite AAU Basketball team! Coached by Tony Thomas, the 8th grade Division 2 team recently traveled to Florida to compete in theMore >>
WMC Action News 5 is sending out a High 5 to the Memphis Eagles Elite AAU Basketball team.More >>
Tuesday, July 15 2014 7:56 PM EDT2014-07-15 23:56:16 GMT
(WMC) - Tuesday the St. Francis Levee Board voted unanimously to open up access to the Mississippi River levees in Arkansas. This is a good sign for supporters of the Big River Initiative and the HarahanMore >>
Tuesday the St. Francis Levee Board voted unanimously to open up access to the Mississippi River levees in Arkansas.More >>
Monday, July 14 2014 4:01 PM EDT2014-07-14 20:01:43 GMT
(WMC) - Nearly 900 Elvis impersonators got together and set a new world record. It happened Saturday, July 12 at Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino in North Carolina. The event was the culmination ofMore >>
Nearly 900 Elvis impersonators got together and set a new world record.More >>
Monday, July 14 2014 3:43 PM EDT2014-07-14 19:43:30 GMT
(WMC-TV) – We all like to eat out right? We have so many great local restaurants throughout the Mid-South and we love trying them. This Bang for Your Buck segment shows you an easy way to save at localMore >>
We have so many great local restaurants throughout the Mid-South and we love trying them. This Bang for Your Buck segment shows you an easy way to save at local restaurants while, at the same time, supporting a local charity.More >>
Saturday, July 12 2014 11:26 PM EDT2014-07-13 03:26:17 GMT
The program gives students a chance to learn about animal care, marketing, and much more. (Photo Source: WMC Action News 5, Michael Wheeler)
(WMC) - This summer about 25 high school juniors and seniors are working at the Memphis Zoo. The students are part of a six-week program called Summer Explorers. The program gives students a chance toMore >>
This summer about 25 high school juniors and seniors are working at the Memphis Zoo.More >>
Saturday, July 12 2014 4:35 PM EDT2014-07-12 20:35:50 GMT
(WMC) - Teachers can get their dog or cat vaccinated for cheap Saturday morning. The Humane Society of Memphis and Shelby County (HSMSC) is hosting the event to honor our great teachers. "Usually we focusMore >>
The Humane Society of Memphis and Shelby County (HSMSC) is hosting a vaccination event to honor our great teachers.More >>
Friday, July 11 2014 10:47 AM EDT2014-07-11 14:47:52 GMT
(WMC) – This Freebie Friday is full of free food deals! So load up the kids and enjoy. Buy one, get one shake Arby's is offering a buy one get one free orange creme shake through July 15. The coupon isMore >>
This Freebie Friday is full of free food deals! So load up the kids and enjoy.More >>
Thursday, July 10 2014 5:05 AM EDT2014-07-10 09:05:27 GMT
(WMC) - Offering fresh views from the downtown skyline on the mighty Mississippi River to East Memphis' Clark Tower, one drone captured a bird's eye view of the Bluff City—garnering more than 1,000 viewsMore >>
Offering fresh views from the downtown skyline on the mighty Mississippi River to East Memphis' Clark Tower, one drone captured a bird's eye view of the Bluff City—garnering more than 1,000 views on YouTube.More >>
Tuesday, July 8 2014 11:52 AM EDT2014-07-08 15:52:35 GMT
(WMC) – The summer heat can be unbearable to many people in the Mid-South and on Tuesday free air conditioners will be available to those most vulnerable to heat-related illnesses. MLGW and organizersMore >>
The summer heat can be unbearable to many people in the Mid-South and on Tuesday free air conditioners will be available to those most vulnerable to heat-related illnesses.More >>
Monday, July 7 2014 5:45 PM EDT2014-07-07 21:45:33 GMT
(WMC) - 50 window air conditioning units are available for low-income seniors. Memphis, Light, Gas and Water is teaming up with Neighborhood Christian Center for the "Play it Cool" initiative. Play itMore >>
50 window air conditioning units are available for low-income seniors.More >>
Monday, July 7 2014 6:04 AM EDT2014-07-07 10:04:03 GMT
It's a big weekend for Elvis fans and a milestone for rock and roll. Saturday marks 60 years since Elvis recorded the song "That's Alright" at 706 Union Avenue.More >>
It's a big weekend for Elvis fans and a milestone for rock and roll. Saturday, July 5, marked 60 years since Elvis recorded the song "That's Alright" at Sun Studios.
Sunday, July 6 2014 4:48 PM EDT2014-07-06 20:48:45 GMT
COLLIERVILLE, TN -(WMC) - The Collierville Animal Shelter is looking for homes for several adorable cats and dog. Collierville Animal Shelter has many more pets up for adoption. If you would like to giveMore >>
The Collierville Animal Shelter is looking for homes for several adorable cats and dog.More >>
Saturday, July 5 2014 10:04 PM EDT2014-07-06 02:04:29 GMT
(WMC) – The new Hard Rock Cafe is scheduled to hold its grand opening on Thursday, July 3. The Hard Rock is moving just down the street from its old location on Beale to a bigger space that will houseMore >>
The new Hard Rock Cafe is scheduled to hold its grand opening on Thursday, July 3.More >>
Thursday, July 3 2014 9:03 AM EDT2014-07-03 13:03:23 GMT
(WMC) - Students from churches around the country are coming to Memphis to repair homes. It's part of the World Changers project which aims to encourage faith and help people in need. More than 100 studentsMore >>
Students from churches around the country are coming to Memphis to repair homes.More >>
Wednesday, July 2 2014 12:24 PM EDT2014-07-02 16:24:47 GMT
(WMC) – WMC Action News 5 is giving the Town of Collierville a high 5! The town is in Parade Magazine's Best Main Street in America contest. Collierville is described on the Parade website as having aMore >>
WMC Action News 5 is giving the Town of Collierville a High 5! The town is in the final round of Parade Magazine's Best Main Street in America contest.More >>
Wednesday, July 2 2014 6:30 AM EDT2014-07-02 10:30:42 GMT
(WMC) - A group of Frayser High School students raised enough money, so now they're going to Spain. Like rock stars being greeted by adoring fans, nine Frayser High School students received a big sendMore >>
A group of Frayser High School students raised enough money to go on a trip to Spain.More >>
Monday, June 30 2014 12:37 AM EDT2014-06-30 04:37:48 GMT
(WMC) - There is a lot to see and do outside Memphis' city limits. The Memphis Area Association of Governments announced the expansion of a campaigned designed to get you there. More money is being investedMore >>
There is a lot to see and do outside Memphis' city limits. The Memphis Area Association of Governments announced the expansion of a campaigned designed to get you there.More >>
Friday, June 27 2014 9:41 PM EDT2014-06-28 01:41:16 GMT
The controversial Beale Street Landing is celebrating its grand opening weekend on the Mississippi Riverfront this weekend. The Riverfront Development Corporation project says the original budget forMore >>
Beale Street Landing is celebrating its grand opening this weekend on the Mississippi Riverfront.More >>
Friday, June 27 2014 12:29 PM EDT2014-06-27 16:29:16 GMT
WMC Action News 5's Lindsey Brown found some great deals for this Freebie Friday headed into this summer weekend, including free food and free concert from an award winning music artist. More >>
WMC Action News 5's Lindsey Brown found some great deals for this Freebie Friday headed into this summer weekend, including free food and free concert from an award winning music artist.More >>
Thursday, June 26 2014 5:59 PM EDT2014-06-26 21:59:21 GMT
It's the only theatre of its kind in the Mid-South. Hattiloo Theatre is getting ready for its grand reopening happening this weekend in Overton Square.More >>
It's the only theatre of its kind in the Mid-South. Hattiloo Theatre is getting ready for its grand reopening happening this weekend in Overton Square.More >>
Thursday, June 26 2014 5:55 PM EDT2014-06-26 21:55:05 GMT
You see him anchor NBC nightly news and the Today Show on the weekends he also anchor dateline NBC.... but this week Lester Holt stopped in Memphis to work on a story about our music historyMore >>
You see him anchor NBC Nightly News and Today Show on the weekends. He also plays host to Dateline NBC. But this week, Lester Holt stopped in Memphis to work on a story about our music history and a big anniversary coming up.More >>
Tuesday, June 24 2014 4:51 PM EDT2014-06-24 20:51:41 GMT
(WMC) – It looks like the WMC Action News 5 weather team might have some competition from a 5-year-old! A viewer sent us a video of her son's latest weather report she found on his tablet. "Jesus is makingMore >>
It looks like the WMC Action News 5 weather team might have some competition from a 5-year-old! A viewer sent us a video of her son's latest weather report she found on his tablet.More >>
It's been 10 years to the day since a massive wind and rain storm hit Memphis and the Mid-South in the early morning hours of July 22. It was later dubbed "Hurricane Elvis".More >>
It's been 11 years to the day since a massive wind and rain storm hit Memphis and the Mid-South in the early morning hours of July 22. It was later dubbed "Hurricane Elvis". More >>
Tucker Ward suffers from a rare genetic disorder for which there is no treatment, but his parents say an expensive clinical trial could stop the disease in its tracks.More >>
