Monday, July 28 2014 6:51 PM EDT2014-07-28 22:51:01 GMT
(WMC-TV) - More than 150 kids took part in the National Drive, Chip, and Putt contest Monday at Mirimichi Golf Course in Millington.It's golf's version of the NFL's punt, pass and kick competition. KidsMore >>
More than 150 kids took part in the National Drive, Chip, and Putt contest Monday at Mirimichi Golf Course in Millington.More >>
Monday, July 28 2014 6:48 PM EDT2014-07-28 22:48:23 GMT
On Friday, rescuers in Lauderdale County found horses on a farm in Gates, TN that appeared to be malnourished and neglected. Sources tell WMC Action News Five's Justin Hanson those horsesMore >>
Rescuers in Lauderdale County found horses on a farm in Gates, Tenn. that appear to be malnourished and neglected. More >>
Monday, July 28 2014 6:47 PM EDT2014-07-28 22:47:42 GMT
(WMC) - The state plans to call more than 20 witnesses during Maurice Brown Sr.'s murder trial. The defense has at least one. Brown plans to take the stand in his own defense. Even before he testifies,More >>
The state plans to call more than 20 witnesses during Maurice Brown Sr.'s murder trial. The defense has at least one. Brown plans to take the stand in his own defense. Even before he testifies, though, the jury will have already heard from him.More >>
Monday, July 28 2014 6:47 PM EDT2014-07-28 22:47:00 GMT
Dollar Tree is buying out Family Dollar to create the largest discount retailer in America. Many people who shop both stores say they are significantly different and some are concerned what the acquisitionMore >>
Dollar Tree is buying out Family Dollar, creating the largest discount retailer in America. People who shop at both stores say they have significant differences, and some shoppers are concerned about what the acquisition will mean. More >>
Monday, July 28 2014 6:40 PM EDT2014-07-28 22:40:23 GMT
(WMC) - Tuesday is a big day for schools in Shelby County. It's the first registration day since the county schools were reconfigured and municipal schools were created. All seven school systems say theyMore >>
Tuesday is a big day for schools in Shelby County. It's the first registration day since the county schools were reconfigured and municipal schools were created. All seven school systems say they are ready.More >>
MEMPHIS, TN -
(WMC-TV) - The Army Corps of Engineers said starting Wednesday, floodwaters should start to recede about six inches per day. Next week, they will start going down a foot a day.
The Corps' fight to keep the Mississippi River from spilling out of its banks is far from over.
The Corps said levees in the Mid-South continue to work as designed, but what dozens of inspectors are monitoring closely are what the Corps called sand boils.
Sand boils form when the pressure of the river on one side of a levee starts to "boil" up on the land side, similar to a geyser.
Lt. Col. Craig Hamilton with the Army Corps of Engineers said it is very important that the water remains clear.
"You don't want to have material moving through there from underneath the levee, because then you've got erosion going on beneath the levee, which could cause the levee to sink and eventually fail," said Hamilton.
Aerial footage showed what look suspiciously like sand boils along the levee in West Memphis, Arkansas. A massive sand boil in Cairo, Missouri could only be contained by a huge moat made of rock.
"The ones we're seeing down here in the lower part of our area are rather minor," said Hamilton.
Although minor, Hamilton said they are under constant observation so the levees do not fail.
The Army Corps of Engineers asked that you report sand boils to your local levee board. Call your local city hall or mayor's office to find out how to reach the board.
Meanwhile, the road to the Tunica Cutoff communities was underwater Wednesday. About 350 homes are underwater and residents are not allowed it.
"Right now, I can't handle that I can't see my home," said evacuee Leslie Hernandez. "I can't see where the damage is. I'm only hearing that it's a foot in my house."
Furniture and other household items was floating inside some of the house, most of which are on stilts.
"This is the worst it's been since the highest flood we've had," said Tunica Mayor Chuck Cariker.
It is not clear when evacuees will be able to return to their homes.
Chopper 5 captured video Wednesday of nearly 100 deer surrounded by floodwater.
Floodwaters created an island south of downtown Memphis where the deer are trapped.
According to Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency, the deer will return to their normal ranges once the floodwaters recede.
Saturday, July 26 2014 11:48 AM EDT2014-07-26 15:48:44 GMT
(WMC) - A man identifying himself as a sheriff's deputy collecting money for a church walked into the wrong business Friday. "This individual walked in, said 'I work for the sheriff's department, andMore >>
A man identifying himself as a sheriff's deputy collecting money for a church walked into the wrong business Friday.More >>
Friday, July 25 2014 3:19 PM EDT2014-07-25 19:19:10 GMT
(WMC) – A prostitution sting was conducted at a Southaven hotel Thursday. As a result, the following 12 people were arrested: Preston K. Mitchell, 52, Memphis, Tenn., charged with procuring prostitutionMore >>
A prostitution sting was conducted at a Southaven hotel Thursday. Twelve people were arrested.More >>
They were born just two weeks apart. A 10-week-old baby and 8-week-old pit bull have a fascinating relationship. They absolutely adore each other! Louisiana native Brandi Hodges, 25, has posted photosMore >>
A 10-week-old baby and 8-week-old Pitbull have a fascinating relationship. They absolutely adore each other!More >>
Sunday, July 27 2014 12:51 PM EDT2014-07-27 16:51:59 GMT
Two men suspected in a gang rape of a woman at a Shell Gas station turned themselves into police on Saturday. According to the Jackson Police Department, the incident allegedly occurred Friday, July 18More >>
Two men suspected in a gang rape of a woman at a Shell Gas station turned themselves into police on Saturday. More >>
Monday, July 28 2014 5:26 PM EDT2014-07-28 21:26:47 GMT
(WMC) – Maurice Brown Jr. would have turned 6 years old just three days ago, but in 2012 his life was cut short. His body was found in a dumpster and his own father is charged with his murder. MauriceMore >>
Maurice Brown Sr. faces a first-degree murder charge in the death of his son. In court on Monday, he pleaded not guilty. More >>
Monday, July 28 2014 6:48 PM EDT2014-07-28 22:48:23 GMT
On Friday, rescuers in Lauderdale County found horses on a farm in Gates, TN that appeared to be malnourished and neglected. Sources tell WMC Action News Five's Justin Hanson those horsesMore >>
Rescuers in Lauderdale County found horses on a farm in Gates, Tenn. that appear to be malnourished and neglected. More >>
Friday, July 25 2014 6:54 AM EDT2014-07-25 10:54:07 GMT
Leaders of Oasis Church say they received more than 1,000 inquiries about the free house, but those interested say it would cost too much to move the structure.More >>
A free house offer fell through for a Pascagoula church. Last month, WLOX reported that Oasis Church wanted to find a good home for an old house. Leaders posted the house on social media and Craigslist. The post went viral, but there were no takers. So this week, the house came crashing down.More >>
Thursday, July 24 2014 12:04 AM EDT2014-07-24 04:04:58 GMT
The victim of a vicious gang rape is warning other women in the metro area. The victim and her attorney talked about the attack exclusively with WLBT. The 35-year-old woman, whose identity we are protecting,More >>
The victim, whose identity we are protecting, said, "He put the gun to my head and told me to take my clothes off. And that's when I couldn't do nothing. I was just standing there crying. And the other dude came from behind the truck. He put one in my side. And they bent me over in my front seat and they started raping me over and over again." More >>
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