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Past articles by Rya:

1 of 3 teens who escaped from Wilder Youth Development Center in custody, Tennessee DCS says

One of the teens was found in Nashville, DCS said, while the other two are still at large. → Read More

One man in critical condition after overnight shooting

MPD said there is no suspect information available at this time. The investigation is ongoing. → Read More

People trapped inside house fire in Frayser

Over dispatch, Memphis Fire said there were people were trapped inside. ABC24 is working to confirm injuries or possible casualties. → Read More

Three car accident blocks lane at Shelby Dr. and Getwell

Memphis Fire Department said there were no transports. ABC24 is working to confirm whether there were any injuries. → Read More

Powerlines down after single-car crash

Memphis Fire arrived at the scene, but there were no transports made. It is unclear if anyone was injured in the crash. → Read More

Teachers and businesses can now apply for 2023 Teacher Externship Program

Through the externship, teachers will receive hands-on-experience that will help enhance and diversify their curriculum, the Greater Memphis Chamber said. → Read More

New law may make day after Super Bowl a holiday, if passed

Although the bill is not up for vote yet, its chances of becoming law are looking pretty nice. → Read More

Pedestrian killed in crash at I-240 near Walnut Grove

MPD said the pedestrian was pronounced dead at the scene. → Read More

Man killed in overnight shooting in southeast Memphis

The man was pronounced dead at the scene, MPD said. → Read More

Shooting near neighborhood grocery store leaves man in critical condition

Memphis Police Department said officers responded to a shooting in the Douglass next to Sally's Grocery at 3118 Chelsea Ave. at 7:54 p.m. Monday, Feb. 6. → Read More

Tyre Nichols death investigation update | One former officer involved now represented by criminal defense attorney

Desmond Mills Jr. is now being represented by Criminal Defense Attorney Blake Ballin. → Read More

District 86 Special Election Day

Voters must vote at their respective polling locations. Polls for the District 86 Special Election Day will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. → Read More

Shooting at main event leaves at least one injured

Main Event's Sunday business hours are from 10 a.m. to midnight. Memphis Fire could not confirm whether the shooting occurred inside the business or in the parking. → Read More

Happy MLK Day | Here's how you can celebrate the holiday

The NCRM will host several events at the museum in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. There are also other events happening in the city. Check here for details. → Read More

Flooding reported across the Memphis metro

There is severe flooding at I-55 near McLemore, and Desoto, Tate and Shelby County are all experiencing strong winds and thunderstorms. → Read More

Two men in critical condition after two separate shootings

Anyone who has any information about these incidents can call 901-528-CASH with tips. → Read More

Lanes blocked after multi-vehicle accident on Hwy 385 at Ridgeway

MPD said that at least two people were transported to the hospital. It is unclear how many people were injured in the accident. → Read More

Memphis Rapper Gangsta Boo found dead at 43-years-old

Her cause of death is currently unclear. Memphis Police Department is expected to release more information about her passing at a later time. → Read More

Two escaped prisoners captured after being missing for six months

According to U.S. Marshal’s Service, Alex Robinson, 41, and Deshun Ray, 35, escaped from Federal Correctional Institute Memphis on June 6. → Read More

Christmas toy giveaways start today

People all over the city are sharing a lot of kindness and giving families who need just a little bit more some relief. → Read More