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‘It was a blessing’: Grandfather receives life-saving liver donation from granddaughter
1+ hour, 37+ min ago (273+ words) POWHATAN, Va. (WWBT/Gray News) - A Virginia grandfather received a life-saving donation from a family member: his granddaughter. Brian Walls was diagnosed with NASH, a form of liver disease, and needed a liver transplant more than two years ago. "I…...
National Portrait Gallery celebrates America 250 with festival honoring all Americans
1+ hour, 53+ min ago (193+ words) WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - The National Portrait Gallery hosted its 250th Festival on Saturday, transforming its typical Presidents Day celebration into a broader commemoration of America's approaching 250th birthday. The event featured dance performances, music, guided tours and storytelling designed to highlight diverse American…...
Water damage to delay opening of new Mud Island attraction
2+ hour, 39+ min ago (117+ words) MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - The opening date has been delayed for the new Mud Island attraction due to water damage. According to representatives from Baron Von Opperbean and the River of Time, the new Mud Island attraction that will be occupying…...
One dead, two injured in officer-involved shooting in Jackson, MBI investigating
3+ hour, 51+ min ago (56+ words) One dead, two injured in officer-involved shooting in Jackson, MBI investigating'Action News 5 One dead, two injured in officer-involved shooting in Jackson, MBI investigating Lake Charles lets the dogs out for Krewe of Barkus parade DeRidder celebrates Mardi Gras with parade,…...
Woman, 28, shot and killed in Starbucks drive-thru when man approaches her with gun
4+ hour, 37+ min ago (400+ words) ST. LOUIS (KMOV/Gray News) - A woman has died after being shot in a Starbucks drive-thru, with the suspected shooter under arrest. Keith Brown, 58, has been charged with first-degree murder, four counts of armed criminal action, three counts of first-degree…...
Lanes reopen after crash on I-240, TDOT says
6+ hour, 33+ min ago (64+ words) MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - A crash on the interstate is causing traffic delays, according to the Tennessee Department of Transportation. The department said a multi-vehicle crash was reported about 4:08 on Interstate 240 near Poplar Avenue. Three eastbound lanes were closed, but have…...
Meth, drug money found during home search in Dyersburg, task force says
6+ hour, 58+ min ago (107+ words) DYERSBURG, Tenn. (WMC) - The West Tennessee Drug Task Force arrested one man in connection with a drug bust in Dyersburg. According to the task force, on the evening of Feb. 13, agents executed a search warrant at a home on Simpson…...
MATA extends free fare program; riders plea for reliable service
19+ hour, 46+ min ago (43+ words) MATA extends free fare program; riders plea for reliable service'Action News 5 MATA extends free fare program; riders plea for reliable service Couple gets "Happily Ever After" at hospital after devastating wreck Two gang members convicted of murder to avenge leader…...
Tennesseeans to vote on constitutional amendment that would strip bail rights for certain crimes
1+ day, 1+ hour ago (101+ words) Tennesseeans to vote on constitutional amendment that would strip bail rights for certain crimes'Action News 5 MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - On the November ballot for Tennessee voters will be an amendment to the state constitution. If approved, it would take away the…...
Partial government shutdown imminent
1+ day, 2+ hour ago (183+ words) WASHINGTON (Gray DC) -A partial government shutdown will begin at midnight Friday after lawmakers failed to secure funding primarily for the Department of Homeland Security. Hope for a last-minute deal was lost after a failed vote in the Senate Thursday. Lawmakers…...