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Two Charged After Man Pulls Gun During Fight at Memphis Zoo
The Memphis Police Department reported that two people were charged following an incident at the Memphis Zoo on Tuesday afternoon. The situation arose after a fight between multiple women led to a man pulling out and pointing a gun at them. No injuries were reported.
Health Workers Demand Removal from Tennessee's Execution Process
Doctors and nurses in Tennessee are calling for medical professionals to be removed from the execution process. They have joined defense attorneys and lawmakers demanding a moratorium on the death penalty. This follows an incident where efforts to administer a lethal dose of sedative to an inmate were protracted.
Sunny and Hot Temps Expected Until Rain Showers Move In Later in Week
Memphis is expected to see sunny and hot temperatures until chances for rain showers and storms move into the forecast later in the week. Temperatures are warming back up, with conditions described as seasonably warm moving into the Mid-South.
Collierville Considers E-Bike Education Over Stricter Regulations
The Town of Collierville is considering an educational approach to e-bike guidelines, though some rules remain planned. The Collierville Police Department developed a class for minors aged 12 to 17 and their parents covering safe operation and risks. The Board of Mayor and Aldermen moved the matter to a formal vote in October.
Five People Detained After Weapon Incident at Memphis Zoo
Officials reported that five people were detained after an individual pulled out a weapon at the Memphis Zoo on Tuesday afternoon. This incident was described as occurring during a fight at the zoo. The report details the detentions following the event.
Sole female death row inmate to face execution; look back at Christa Pike's case
Christa Pike is set to be the first woman executed by Tennessee in over 200 years for killing her Job Corps colleague. Her mother has waited decades for this sentence to be carried out. Experts note that modern law requires an enhanced killing for such a penalty.
Nashville Zoo Debuts Rare Baby Javan Ferret-Badgers
The Nashville Zoo shared photos of its newest arrivals: one-month-old Javan ferret-badgers named Skippy and Nutella. These nocturnal animals are found exclusively on the Indonesian islands of Java and Bali. The zoo noted that these creatures remain a species they have much to learn about.
Afternoon Crash on Murfreesboro Pike Stops Traffic
A crash occurred on Murfreesboro Pike near Hamilton Church Road Tuesday afternoon, stopping traffic for about an hour and a half. Police reported that the driver of a silver sedan was speeding when they struck a fire hydrant and manhole cover before hitting an SUV carrying a family of six. Four occupants were taken to the hospital with non-life threatening injuries.
Five Detained After Weapon Pulled During Fight at Memphis Zoo
Officials reported that five people were detained after a weapon was pulled during a domestic dispute at the Memphis Zoo on Tuesday afternoon. Officers responded to an armed person following a fight between two groups of visitors. No injuries were reported.
Former Metro School Board Member Arrested After Mall Altercation
A former Metro Board of Public Education member and her husband face charges after an incident at a Nashville outlet mall last week. The altercation involved police assisting security to remove the woman, who was permanently banned from the premises. She was charged with criminal trespass and disorderly conduct for refusing orders to leave the mall.
Nashville Man Flees Woods After Hitting Family in Vehicle Crash
A Nashville man fled into nearby woods after striking an SUV carrying a family of six on Tuesday. Metro Nashville Police reported that the suspect was driving at approximately 90 miles per hour on Murfreesboro Pike when the collision occurred. Only minor injuries were reported from the crash, and the man was later taken into custody.
Fight at Memphis Zoo Prompts Police Intervention After Man Allegedly Pulls Gun
A fight between two groups of visitors inside the Memphis Zoo prompted police intervention on Tuesday. The incident occurred around 1:30 p.m. when a domestic dispute broke out, and a man was reportedly seen pulling out a gun. Authorities confirmed no shots were fired and no visitors were injured.
Woman on Death Row Issues Letter Ahead of Scheduled Execution
Christa Gail Pike wrote a letter stating she is not afraid to die before her planned execution. The woman was found guilty in 1996 of the murder of Colleen Slemmer on the University of Tennessee campus. Gov. Bill Lee denied her clemency, and she is expected to be executed Wednesday morning.
Nashville Electric Service changes reason for streetlight malfunction
Nashville Electric Service is backtracking its initial claim that the Harvest Moon caused streetlight outages on Sunday night. Metro Council member Jeff Gregg stated that the issue was actually due to software testing conducted by the streetlight vendor. All impacted streetlights have since been restored in Nashville, Tenn.
Davidson County Sheriff cites pay and cost of living for staffing shortages
Davidson County sheriff Daron Hall admitted to severe employee shortages at his department and the Downtown Detention Center. He attributed the difficulty in retaining staff to the Nashville area's high cost of living and lower departmental pay compared to other agencies. Hall noted that entry-level employees often leave for more lucrative jobs elsewhere.
Fundraiser Launched for Family After Deadly Wayne County House Fire
A fundraiser has been established to support the Warren family following a deadly house fire in Waynesboro, Wayne County. The fire claimed the lives of three people and hospitalized two others. Donations will help cover funeral expenses and hospital bills for the survivors.
Lawyers Ask SCOTUS to Stop Execution of Christa Pike
Attorneys for death row inmate Christa Pike have asked the U.S. Supreme Court (SCOTUS) to halt her execution scheduled for Wednesday at Nashville’s Riverbend Maximum Security Institution. They argue that the process could cause her to relive past trauma, violating rights against cruel and unusual punishment.
Tennessee's History of Female Executions Detailed
Tennessee is set to execute Christa Gail Pike, the only woman currently on death row, marking a fourth execution for women in state history. Records show three prior female executions, with the first being Molly Holcomb in 1807.
Memphis Fire Department battles house fire in Northeast Memphis
The Memphis Fire Department was battling a serious house fire in Northeast Memphis on Tuesday morning. Crews at the scene saw that the home on Deborah Ave suffered massive damage from the blaze. Firefighters were working to determine if anyone was inside the structure.
Fire Department Investigating Blaze at Hazardous Materials Facility in La Vergne
La Vergne Fire Rescue and mutual aid crews extinguished a fire Monday evening at Palm Commodities, a hazardous materials facility on Bridgestone Parkway. Approximately 30 personnel responded to the scene, bringing the blaze under control within fifteen minutes. The cause of the fire is currently under investigation by authorities.
FedEx Brings Pandas to Zoo Atlanta
A Memphis-based logistics giant partnered with Zoo Atlanta to transport two pandas, 6-year-old Ping Ping and 5-year-old female Fu Shuang. The pandas traveled nearly 8,000 miles from Chengdu, China, aboard a FedEx Boeing 777.
Tennessee Governor Upholds Sentence for Christa Gail Pike's Execution
Governor Bill Lee announced he will not intervene in the execution of Christa Gail Pike later this week. Pike was convicted of the 1995 torture and murder of Colleen Slemmer. Her execution is set for Wednesday, Sept. 30, making her the first woman executed by Tennessee in over 200 years.
Man Seriously Injured in Orange Mound Shooting; Woman Detained
The Memphis Police Department reported that a man was seriously injured following a shooting in Orange Mound on Monday evening. Officers responded to the 1400 block of Airways Boulevard and found the injured man, who was taken to the hospital in critical condition. Additionally, police detained one woman as the investigation continues.
DeSoto deputies cleared of wrongdoing in fatal 2025 Nesbit shooting
Mississippi Attorney General Lynn Fitch has cleared four DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office deputies following a fatal 2025 shooting in Nesbit. This marks the second such clearance by Attorney General Fitch in recent months. The incident involved the shooting and killing of Rylee Westmoreland.
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