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Bria Bolden

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Bria Bolden is a multimedia journalist at Action News 5. She ed the team in January 2022.

Prior to ing Action News 5, Bria was a multimedia journalist at WMC's sister station, WTOC-TV, in Savannah, GA. She's had the privilege of covering stories all over the Coastal Empire, Georgia's 2020 U.S. Senate runoff election, and the trial of the three men convicted of murdering Ahmaud Arbery.

Bria was born and raised in Houston, Texas. She graduated with a Bachelor's of Journalism degree from the University of Texas at Austin (Hook 'Em Horns!) in 2019. She enjoys binging new television shows, trying new restaurants, or hanging at home with friends, family and her cat, Paisley.

Bria's excited to the best news team in the Mid-South! Feel free to reach out to her via e-mail or on social media for any story ideas or news tips!

(Facebook: @boldenbria, Twitter: @boldenbria, Instagram: @briaboldentv)

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Legislation to give Shelby County voters a choice to either raise property taxes or increase...

Bipartisan legislation to fund new Shelby County Jail fails 103n3u

Updated: Apr. 16, 2025 at 10:59 PM EDT
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By Bria Bolden
Legislation to give Shelby County voters a choice to either raise property taxes or increase local option sales tax to fund a new jail failed at the state capitol Wednesday.

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The Foodees Food and Culture Festival concluded with a deadly shooting in the heart of Tom Lee...

Safety, security concerns mount after teen shot, killed at Downtown Memphis festival 731k67

Updated: Apr. 14, 2025 at 10:59 PM EDT
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By Bria Bolden
The Foodees Food and Culture Festival concluded with a deadly shooting in the heart of Tom Lee Park in Downtown Memphis. Now, many are on edge, with one question stumping Memphis residents: What was the security plan?

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The flooding prompted a mandatory evacuation in two communities, and dozens of people had to...

Emergency crews rescue 40+ people in Dyer Co. after major flooding impacts homes, businesses 4d674r

Updated: Apr. 8, 2025 at 10:59 PM EDT
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By Bria Bolden
The flooding prompted a mandatory evacuation in two communities, and dozens of people had to be rescued by first responders.

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Days after an EF-3 tornado touched down in McNairy County, local volunteers are stepping up to...

Volunteers with nonprofit Mercy Chefs make, deliver more than 3K meals for tornado victims 5w6rm

Updated: Apr. 7, 2025 at 10:59 PM EDT
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By Bria Bolden
Days after an EF-3 tornado touched down in McNairy County, taking the lives of five people and injuring dozens more, local volunteers are stepping up to provide hot meals and hope for those who’ve lost it all.

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Rebuilding and recovery efforts are underway in McNairy County, days after an EF-3 tornado...

Selmer, TN storm victims return to homes after EF-3 tornado hits McNairy County u2h68

Updated: Apr. 7, 2025 at 10:59 PM EDT
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By Bria Bolden
Rebuilding and recovery efforts are underway in McNairy County, days after an EF-3 tornado took the lives of five people and injured more than a dozen others.

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Action News 5 has learned from several county officials that four people lost their lives...

Crews assessing storm damage in Selmer, Tenn. 15171b

Updated: Apr. 3, 2025 at 10:59 PM EDT
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By Bria Bolden
Action News 5 has learned from several county officials that four people lost their lives after an EF-3 tornado hit the county overnight Thursday.

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Bonnie Sheridan and her soon-to-be husband

‘I got no word’: Bride out thousands of dollars after venue suddenly closes, she says 6g5fj

Updated: Apr. 2, 2025 at 12:33 PM EDT
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By Bria Bolden and Amanda Alvarado
A bride said she is out thousands of dollars after her wedding venue suddenly closed.

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A bride said she is out thousands of dollars after her wedding venue suddenly closed. (Source:...

Memphis bride out 1000s of dollars after popular Downtown venue appears to have suddenly closed 18731p

Updated: Apr. 1, 2025 at 10:59 PM EDT
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By Bria Bolden
Bonnie Sheridan says she spent thousands of dollars booking a popular Downtown venue for her December wedding. Now, the business appears to be permanently closed. (Source: WMC)

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It’s been exactly three months since the Memphis-Shelby County School Board voted to terminate...

MSCS received homeless student grant funds at center of former superintendent’s firing 3gq3i

Updated: Mar. 24, 2025 at 10:59 PM EDT
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By Bria Bolden
It’s been exactly three months since the Memphis-Shelby County School Board voted to terminate former Superintendent Dr. Marie Feagins on accusations of grant mismanagement, among other claims.

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The Tennessee Comptroller’s Office says that a new report concludes that the state’s criminal...

Shelby Co. processes more criminal cases than next 3 largest counties combined, state report finds 3t1p44

Updated: Mar. 20, 2025 at 10:59 PM EDT
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By Bria Bolden
OREA says after a year of research, the agency concluded that better transparency and statistical reporting may help the public better understand patterns and trends in the criminal justice system.

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Friends, mentees mourn loss of Memphis Pastor Ricky Floyd 6y102e

Updated: Mar. 13, 2025 at 10:59 PM EDT
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By Bria Bolden

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Tennessee lawmakers have advanced a bill that would bar students from public school if they...

Tenn. bill that could deny undocumented students from K-12 schools advances 6n1uu

Updated: Mar. 11, 2025 at 10:59 PM EDT
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By Bria Bolden
Tennessee lawmakers have advanced a bill that would bar students from public school if they can’t prove they are U.S. citizens—unless they pay tuition.

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The University of Mississippi is partnering with OpenAI to advance research and education.

Ole Miss partners with OpenAI for research, education initiative 591021

Updated: Mar. 4, 2025 at 10:59 PM EST
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By Bria Bolden
The University of Mississippi is partnering with OpenAI to advance research and education.

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A representative for Memphis Women Aiming High Inc. (M.W.A.H. Inc.) says they came to the...

Memphis org. defends Shelby Co. commissioner after federal indictment 242u2d

Updated: Mar. 3, 2025 at 10:59 PM EST
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By Bria Bolden
A Memphis organization that was recently mentioned in a federal indictment is coming to the defense of Shelby County Commissioner Edmund Ford Jr. after he was federally indicted.

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The trial date has been set for October 13 in Oxford, Mississippi.

Trial date set for man accused of killing Ole Miss student Jimmie 'Jay' Lee 292r37

Updated: Feb. 27, 2025 at 10:59 PM EST
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By Bria Bolden
The trial date has been set for October 13 in Oxford, Mississippi.

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Her family has started a fundraiser to pay for her funeral and help bring her body home to...

Baby girl killed in I-40 crash identified, family launches GoFundMe for funeral expenses 1b495k

Updated: Feb. 26, 2025 at 10:59 PM EST
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By Bria Bolden
Her family has started a fundraiser to pay for her funeral and help bring her body home to California.

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Kyle Rittenhouse is set to make his return to the University of Memphis campus Wednesday night...

Kyle Rittenhouse to return to UofM to speak on 2021 trial, 2nd Amendment 5f1m6h

Updated: Feb. 25, 2025 at 3:31 PM EST
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By Bria Bolden
Kyle Rittenhouse is set to make his return to the University of Memphis campus Wednesday night after his visit was cut short last year.

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Coming off a record-breaking year for capital investment and low unemployment, Memphis...

Greater Memphis Chamber presents 2025 State of the Economy 3q6dh

Updated: Feb. 24, 2025 at 3:31 PM EST
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By Bria Bolden
Coming off a record-breaking year for capital investment and low unemployment, Memphis business leaders are looking to carry gains made in 2024 into 2025; that includes shaping Memphis into a potential hub for technology and innovation.

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Tennessee House Education Committee Chairman Memphis Representative Mark White says the...

TN attorney general reviewing bill that would appoint state board to oversee MSCS Board 2z5f4j

Updated: Feb. 21, 2025 at 10:59 PM EST
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By Bria Bolden
Tennessee House Education Committee Chairman Memphis Representative Mark White says the Tennessee Attorney General is reviewing his bill.

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The Memphis Board of Ethics dismissed a complaint filed against Memphis Fire Chief Gina Sweat...

Board dismisses ethics complaint against MFD chief 16i2v

Updated: Feb. 21, 2025 at 10:59 PM EST
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By Bria Bolden
The Memphis Board of Ethics dismissed a complaint filed against Memphis Fire Chief Gina Sweat on Friday.

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A Mississippi judge has ordered a newspaper to remove an editorial that criticized city...

Judge orders Clarksdale newspaper to remove editorial after libel suit 216r56

Updated: Feb. 20, 2025 at 10:59 PM EST
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By Bria Bolden
A Mississippi judge has ordered a newspaper to remove an editorial that criticized city officials.

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We’re digging deeper into a now-viral video of federal agents taking employees of a popular...

Questions remain after TACOnganas employees taken into federal custody 2y385b

Updated: Feb. 11, 2025 at 10:59 PM EST
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By Bria Bolden
We’re digging deeper into a now-viral video of federal agents taking employees of a popular Memphis food truck chain into custody.

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Six law enforcement officers from agencies across West Tennessee are facing a slew of charges...

TBI: 6 law enforcement officers indicted for alleged use of force in Jackson Hopper’s arrest 6h31

Updated: Feb. 10, 2025 at 10:59 PM EST
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By Bria Bolden
Six law enforcement officers from agencies across West Tennessee are facing a slew of charges following a state investigation into the October 2024 arrest of Jackson Hopper.

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The future of the Southern Heritage Classic is unknown at this time after the first game was...

What’s next for the Southern Heritage Classic? 5e6k2v

Updated: Feb. 3, 2025 at 10:59 PM EST
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By Bria Bolden
The future of the Southern Heritage Classic is unknown at this time after the first game was played 35 years ago.

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It’s not clear what kind of bill lawmakers will propose, but House Speaker Cameron Sexton...

Shelby Co. Commission leadership speaks on state possibly taking over MSCS p452y

Updated: Jan. 27, 2025 at 10:59 PM EST
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By Bria Bolden
It’s not clear what kind of bill state lawmakers will propose, but House Speaker Cameron Sexton tells Action News 5 it will make the school board “null and void.”

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The Memphis-Shelby County School board met Tuesday afternoon to discuss the future of their...

MSCS board discusses future of superintendent in tense community meeting 255p44

Updated: Jan. 14, 2025 at 10:59 PM EST
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By Bria Bolden
The Memphis-Shelby County School board met Tuesday afternoon to discuss the future of their superintendent’s position.

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The Shelby County Commission voted on two resolutions for Memphis-Shelby County Schools (MSCS)...

Shelby Co. commissioners 'no-confidence' vote against MSCS Board 4f1q36

Updated: Jan. 13, 2025 at 10:59 PM EST
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By Bria Bolden
The Shelby County Commission voted on two resolutions for Memphis-Shelby County Schools (MSCS) on Monday.

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Two years after Tyre Nichols was fatally beaten by now-former Memphis police officers, family,...

Family, community unite to march in remembrance of Tyre Nichols two years after his death 4e58c

Updated: Jan. 7, 2025 at 10:59 PM EST
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By Bria Bolden
Two years after Tyre Nichols was fatally beaten by now-former Memphis police officers, family, friends and community marched and held a vigil for Nichols in Hickory Hill.

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Superintendent Dr. Marie Feagins submitted her official response to the Memphis-Shelby County...

‘Extremely disappointing’: MSCS supt. responds to school board’s ouster resolution 6k1o5p

Updated: Jan. 6, 2025 at 10:59 PM EST
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By Bria Bolden
Superintendent Dr. Marie Feagins submitted her official response to the Memphis-Shelby County School Board’s ouster resolution Monday night.

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Ronald Hames and employees from Fortis Construction are asking for the public’s help...

MPD investigates thefts of construction company trucks 25k2g

Updated: Jan. 3, 2025 at 10:59 PM EST
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By Bria Bolden
Ronald Hames and employees from Fortis Construction are asking for the public’s help identifying the driver.

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A day following the assault, the AllState Sugar Bowl between Georgia and Notre Dame went on...

Memphian attending Sugar Bowl describes security presence after attack on Bourbon Street 4l6i42

Updated: Jan. 2, 2025 at 10:59 PM EST
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By Bria Bolden
A day following the assault, the AllState Sugar Bowl between Georgia and Notre Dame went on without a hitch.

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Back in October, Memphis Mayor Paul Young and his istration traveled to Baltimore to...

MPD struggling to enforce juvenile curfew due to resource shortage 414w

Updated: Jan. 1, 2025 at 10:59 PM EST
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By Bria Bolden
Talks of a juvenile curfew are something the City of Memphis has explored. Back in October, Memphis Mayor Paul Young and his istration traveled to Baltimore to learn more about their program.

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Pothole problems appear as heavy rain hits Mid-South 5c2h2b

Updated: Dec. 30, 2024 at 10:59 PM EST
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By Bria Bolden

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Two people are dead after a shooting Monday afternoon in Southwest Memphis.

2 women dead after Southwest Memphis shooting 6471i

Updated: Dec. 16, 2024 at 10:59 PM EST
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By Bria Bolden
Two people are dead after a shooting Monday afternoon in Southwest Memphis.

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The prosecution and defense teams will meet with the judge sometime next week to select a date...

Jury fails to reach verdict in Timothy Herrington capital murder trial 5y3il

Updated: Dec. 11, 2024 at 10:59 PM EST
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By Bria Bolden
The prosecution and defense teams will meet with the judge sometime next week to select a date for a retrial.

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Jury deliberations continue in Timothy Herrington capital murder trial 345z67

Updated: Dec. 11, 2024 at 10:59 PM EST
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By Bria Bolden

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Testimony on Day 3 of the Timothy Herrington Jr. capital murder trial Thursday focused on...

Messages between Jimmie ‘Jay’ Lee and accused killer presented on Day 3 capital murder trial 6q3r5f

Updated: Dec. 5, 2024 at 10:59 PM EST
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By Bria Bolden
Testimony on Day 3 of the Timothy Herrington Jr. capital murder trial Thursday focused on police's investigation into Jimmie “Jay” Lee’s disappearance in 2022.

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The trial involving a former Ole Miss student accused of capital murder starts Monday morning...

Capital murder trial begins for former Ole Miss student v5b4f

Updated: Dec. 2, 2024 at 10:59 PM EST
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By Bria Bolden
The trial involving a former Ole Miss student accused of capital murder starts Monday morning in Lafayette County.

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The City of Memphis has launched plans to open a Downtown Memphis Police Command Center.

City of Memphis announces safety investments Downtown 5i362f

Updated: Nov. 22, 2024 at 10:59 PM EST
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By Bria Bolden
The City of Memphis has launched plans to open a Downtown Memphis Police Command Center.

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The student told police that the shooting was in self-defense after his victim threatened to...

Student in custody after wounding classmate in ‘targeted’ shooting behind Central High School 3r1p4n

Updated: Nov. 18, 2024 at 10:59 PM EST
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By Bria Bolden
The student told police that the shooting was in self-defense after his victim threatened to kill him during their 5th-period music class.

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As President-elect Donald Trump prepares to take office again, he’s doubling down on his...

How will Trump’s idea to ‘eliminate’ Dept. of Education affect the state's largest school system? u419

Updated: Nov. 14, 2024 at 10:59 PM EST
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By Bria Bolden
As President-elect Donald Trump prepares to take office again, he’s doubling down on his proposal to get rid of the U.S. Department of Education. Tennessee Governor Bill Lee shared his for the idea.

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Will a fence help keep crooks out of the parking lot of Malco Powerhouse in Downtown Memphis?

Malco wants to put up fence outside Downtown parking lot due to ‘increased crime’ in recent years 3t6v49

Updated: Nov. 11, 2024 at 10:59 PM EST
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By Bria Bolden
Will a fence help keep crooks out of the parking lot of Malco Powerhouse in Downtown Memphis?

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Advocates say Tennessee continues to fall short of caring and providing resources for adults...

Advocates for Tennesseans with disabilities give state ‘D’ grade in 2024 Disability Scorecard e321k

Updated: Nov. 4, 2024 at 10:59 PM EST
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By Bria Bolden
Advocates for adults and children living with disabilities say Tennessee continues to fall short of caring and providing resources for the nearly 2 million people living with a disability in the Volunteer State.

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The teenager who died has been identified as Ripley High School student and football player...

High school football player killed in drive-by shooting days before senior night 4ez4u

Updated: Nov. 2, 2024 at 5:50 AM EDT
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By Jacob Gallant and Bria Bolden
The teenager who died has been identified as Ripley High School senior and football player Demarcus Barnes.

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The U.S. has filed a formal opposition to former Memphis police officer Justin Smith’s motion...

Former MPD officer wants conviction in Tyre Nichols federal case vacated g2t

Updated: Oct. 29, 2024 at 10:59 PM EDT
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By Bria Bolden
The U.S. government has filed a formal opposition to former Memphis police officer Justin Smith’s motion for acquittal on the sole charge he was convicted of in the federal Tyre Nichols case.

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No leads, no witnesses: The Shelby County Sheriff’s Office is pleading for any helpful...

SCSO in need of tips, witnesses in Cordova homicide investigation 1d2a5u

Updated: Oct. 28, 2024 at 10:59 PM EDT
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By Bria Bolden
No leads, no witnesses: The Shelby County Sheriff’s Office is pleading for any helpful information on a homicide from over the weekend.

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The Dyer County Sheriff’s Office issued arrest warrants for Jackson Hopper, 26, on Friday for...

Another county issues warrants for Jackson Hopper, accused killer of ex-girlfriend at Shelby Farms Park 2m4r1b

Updated: Oct. 25, 2024 at 10:59 PM EDT
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By Bria Bolden
The Dyer County Sheriff’s Office issued arrest warrants for Jackson Hopper, 26, on Friday for attempted first-degree murder against a law enforcement officer, felony evading arrest in a vehicle, reckless driving, and resisting arrest.

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A Memphis hotel was shut down Wednesday after the Shelby County District Attorney’s Office...

Hotel deemed public nuisance, shut down 2o6f5x

Updated: Oct. 23, 2024 at 10:59 PM EDT
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By Bria Bolden
A Memphis hotel was shut down Wednesday after the Shelby County District Attorney’s Office declared it a public nuisance.

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Candles light the way through the pain of Claire Young’s loved ones in the small town of...

Hundreds gather for vigil to Ellie Claire Young in Halls, Tenn. 5d324f

Updated: Oct. 22, 2024 at 10:59 PM EDT
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By Bria Bolden
Candles light the way through the pain of Claire Young’s loved ones in the small town of Halls, Tennessee.

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Memphis police are investigating a shooting that left a woman injured outside a Downtown...

Woman from England shot in crossfire outside Downtown Memphis hotel 435x6a

Updated: Oct. 21, 2024 at 10:59 PM EDT
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By Bria Bolden
Memphis police are investigating a shooting that left a woman injured outside a Downtown Memphis hotel this weekend.

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