April Thompson

Memphis

Reporter and Anchor at WREG-TV (Memphis, TN)

Reporter and Afternoon Anchor on WREG TV News Channel 3. Friend me on Facebook: April Thompson-WREG Email me at [email protected]

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WREG sports reporter on Stephan A. Smith’s remarks on Memphis

1 week ago | wreg.com | April Thompson |Colin Cody

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Status conference to be held Friday after judge recuses himself from Tyre Nichols case

1 week ago | wreg.com | April Thompson

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A status conference will be held Friday after the sentencing for former Memphis police officers in the death of Tyre Nichols was canceled. This comes after Judge Mark Norris recused himself from the case on Friday. Monday was supposed to kick off several sentencing hearings for Tadarrius Bean, Justin Smith, and Demetrius Haley in the 2023 beating death of Tyre Nichols.
Federal judge recuses himself in Tyre Nichols case

2 weeks ago | wreg.com | Melissa Moon |April Thompson

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A judge has recused himself just days before five former Memphis Police officers convicted of federal charges in the death of Tyre Nichols were scheduled to be sentenced. U.S. District Judge Mark Norris recused himself from the case late Friday afternoon, but did not say why. Court records show Judge John Thomas Fowlkes, Jr, and Magistrate Judge Annie T. Christoff have been added.
Man accused of carjacking Memphis reporter arrested

2 weeks ago | wjtv.com | Megan Fayard |April Thompson

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The man accused of carjacking a WREG reporter at a South Memphis gas station while he was on assignment Tuesday has been arrested, reports say. Lashunaye Railford, 43, was charged with Carjacking and Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Dangerous Felony.
‘Could cost you your freedom’: Immigration attorneys warn clients of ICE arrests at Memphis court

2 weeks ago | wreg.com | April Thompson

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — “Abide by the law — but understand it could cost you your freedom.”That’s the warning immigration attorneys are giving clients who show up for court in Shelby County. WREG has told you about the ICE agents who have shown up at the court, arresting people on the spot once their cases are disposed of.
One-on-one with Memphis' new public safety director

2 weeks ago | wreg.com | April Thompson

This story will air at 5 p.m. Wednesday. Video will be added here after the story airs. MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Memphis’ new public safety director has only been on the job for a few months, but he says the city is headed in the right direction. Darren Goods, who reports directly to Mayor Paul Young, sat down with WREG to talk about his work to help reduce crime in the city. Goods has held many roles in the Memphis Police Department.
Seminary honors slain pastor with scholarship in her name

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | April Thompson

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A special honor has been announced in memory of a beloved Memphis pastor who was tragically murdered almost three years ago. The Reverend Dr. Autura Eason-Williams was shot to death during a carjacking in her own driveway. Rev. Dr. Autura Eason-Williams. However, the tragic end of her life is not her legacy. And now those who worked closely with her have come up with a lasting tribute. Memphis Theological Seminary is where the late Rev.
Seminary honors slain pastor with scholarship in her name

2 weeks ago | wreg.com | April Thompson

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A special honor has been announced in memory of a beloved Memphis pastor who was tragically murdered almost three years ago. The Reverend Dr. Autura Eason-Williams was shot to death during a carjacking in her own driveway. However, the tragic end of her life is not her legacy. And now those who worked closely with her have come up with a lasting tribute. Memphis Theological Seminary is where the late Rev. Dr. Eason-Williams got much of her ministry training.
Family of man killed by ASP pit maneuver demands changes

3 weeks ago | yahoo.com | April Thompson

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The family of a man who was killed when he ran from Arkansas State Police says newly-released video reinforces their push for changes. WREG first spoke with the family of Revail Murphy back in March, shortly after he died. Murphy was killed when Arkansas State Police used a pit maneuver on his vehicle. A pit maneuver is a tactical move where ASP bumps a fleeing car to get it to stop.
Mother seeks answers after police release homicide suspect's car

1 month ago | wreg.com | April Thompson

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A mother is still searching for answers after police released a suspect vehicle involved in the fatal shooting of her 21-year-old son after nearly two years. Her only son, Dominic O’Neal, is gone, and she says she doesn’t know why. Dominic O’Neal Courtesy of Barbara O’Neal“All I hear is the gunshots in my head every day,” said Barbara O’Neal, mother.

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April Thompson @AThompson_WREG3

2 Jun 25

Great seeing one of WREG News Channel 3’s former photographers back in town this weekend We see you Howard! A few faces from the past gather to say hi.@3onyourside https://t.co/am39fNPTTR

April Thompson @AThompson_WREG3

11 May 25

Happy Mother’s Day to my awesome mom🥰🥰 and all the mothers out there. 💐💐 Hope you day was Grand!❤️ @3onyourside https://t.co/T00EOVPirG

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Articles

WREG sports reporter on Stephan A. Smith’s remarks on Memphis

Status conference to be held Friday after judge recuses himself from Tyre Nichols case

Federal judge recuses himself in Tyre Nichols case

Man accused of carjacking Memphis reporter arrested

‘Could cost you your freedom’: Immigration attorneys warn clients of ICE arrests at Memphis court

One-on-one with Memphis' new public safety director

Seminary honors slain pastor with scholarship in her name

Seminary honors slain pastor with scholarship in her name

Family of man killed by ASP pit maneuver demands changes

Mother seeks answers after police release homicide suspect's car

Journalists covering the same region

Shelia O'Connor

Robert Klemko

Stephanie Scurlock

Becky Bell

Gabriel Huff

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