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Two Memphis children's hospitals landed high on annual national rankings

Two Memphis children's hospitals landed high on annual national rankings

Also in public health news, the CDC says the U.S. is facing a worse tick- and mosquito-borne illness season than it has in almost a decade.
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Memphis home prices drop 4.1%, among the largest declines in the US

Memphis home prices drop 4.1%, among the largest declines in the US

Memphis home prices are falling as high mortgage rates and shifting market demand cool the housing sector in Tennessee.
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Heat advisory in effect for Memphis and Mid-South

Heat advisory in effect for Memphis and Mid-South

A heat advisory is currently in effect for Memphis, Tennessee, and surrounding areas in the Mid-South, including portions of East Arkansas, North Mississippi, Southeast Missouri, and West Tennessee. The advisory will remain active until 7 PM CDT on Wednesday. Daytime high temperatures are expected to reach the upper 90s °F (around 37 °C), with heat index values climbing as high as 109 °F (43 °C). Skies will remain mostly clear, with a slight 10% chance of rain. Winds are forecasted to be between 10 to 15 mph during the day, providing minimal relief from the heat.
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Trump's Memphis Task Force has no end date in sight. Here's why

Trump's Memphis Task Force has no end date in sight. Here's why

As Memphis nears a year of hosting the Memphis Safe Task Force, officials say there is no end date in sight.
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MNPS diploma mill claims trigger civil rights investigation | Opinion

MNPS diploma mill claims trigger civil rights investigation | Opinion

A whistleblower alleges Stratford STEM Magnet High School used fraudulent credit recovery to boost graduation.
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What was happening in Memphis history on Sept. 13? A look back through the years

What was happening in Memphis history on Sept. 13? A look back through the years

From the possibility of the city pursuing a reimbursement from CBHS to a "Privacy in a Free Society" speech, here's what was making headlines.
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Shelby County Commission inherits jail issues; Paul Young fundraising in DC

Shelby County Commission inherits jail issues; Paul Young fundraising in DC

Also, the new Shelby County Clerk inherited a significant backlog of unprocessed car title, registration and tag applications.
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Heat Advisory in Effect as Memphis Temperatures Soar to Upper 90s

Heat Advisory in Effect as Memphis Temperatures Soar to Upper 90s

Memphis, Tennessee, is experiencing a heat advisory as temperatures climb into the upper 90s on Sunday, September 12, 2026. According to Action News 5, the day began with mostly sunny skies, with temperatures reaching the 80s by 9:00 AM CDT and the 90s by 11:00 AM CDT. Highs peaked in the upper 90s after 2:00 PM CDT, with humidity pushing the heat index to a sweltering 106°F (41°C). Overnight, partly cloudy skies are expected, with lows dropping to the mid-70s by sunrise. The extended forecast predicts continued highs in the upper 90s through midweek, with minimal rain chances and overnight lows in the mid-to-upper 70s.
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Former Shelby County Mayor Harris talks consolidated government, COVID response

Former Shelby County Mayor Harris talks consolidated government, COVID response

Lee Harris said moving forward he's "trying to stay out of the news." But here's what he said about his time in the spotlight.
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Which private schools have the most expensive tuition in TN? Here's the top 25

Which private schools have the most expensive tuition in TN? Here's the top 25

Which private schools have the highest tuition rates in Middle Tennessee?
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What was happening in Memphis history on Sept. 14? A look back through the years

What was happening in Memphis history on Sept. 14? A look back through the years

From a hearing on the consolidation of the city and county governments to apartments/shops on Union Ave., here's what was making headlines.
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Which No. 1 teams are unanimous in Tennessee high school football statewide rankings?

Which No. 1 teams are unanimous in Tennessee high school football statewide rankings?

We're entering Week 5 of the TSSAA football season. Here's a look at our latest Tennessee high school statewide rankings.