Jessica Knox

Memphis

Daybreak Reporter at WREG-TV (Memphis, TN)

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'Hazardous spill' at UTHSC caused brief evacuations

2 months ago | wreg.com | Megan Fayard |Jessica Knox

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A “hazardous spill” caused the University of Tennessee Health Science Center to abruptly evacuate its pharmacy building on Friday morning. In a social media post that has since been deleted, the UTHSC said the situation was an emergency and asked all those in the pharmacy building to evacuate and “follow authorities’ instructions.”The building has since reopened, but the UTHSC says the 5th floor will be closed until further notice.
New prosecutor takes on pastor Ricky Floyd manslaughter case

2 months ago | wreg.com | Jessica Knox

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A new prosecutor is now handling the case involving pastor Ricky Floyd’s shooting death. West Tennessee Pro Tem Prosecutor Meghan Fowler will represent the state in the prosecution of Samantha Marion, who is charged with voluntary manslaughter in the case. Marion appeared in court for the first time since the District Attorney’s Office recused themselves from the case due to a potential conflict of interest.
Woman charged in pastor's death makes bond; DA's office recuses

2 months ago | wreg.com | Jessica Knox |David Royer |Raven Copeland

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Samantha Marion, the woman accused of shooting and killing Memphis pastor Ricky Floyd, paid her $100,000 bond and was released from jail Tuesday afternoon. Marion was in court Tuesday after being denied for a bond reduction last week. However, courts could not proceed due to a conflict of interest. District Attorney Steve Mulroy had worked with Pastor Ricky Floyd on a commission that was aiding the district attorney’s office, causing the office to recuse themselves.
DeSoto County deputy honored for stopping wrong-way driver

2 months ago | wreg.com | Jessica Knox

DESOTO COUNTY, Miss. — City officials celebrated a DeSoto County deputy’s heroism after he drove into the path of a wrong-way driver to save others from harm. Deputy Brian Brock has 10 years of experience and earned the Resolution of Respect for his actions earlier this month. On Mar. 4., Deputy Brock was injured by a driver going the wrong way on I-269. “I saw the car getting closer.
Man crashes car into home while fleeing from police: MPD

2 months ago | wreg.com | Megan Fayard |Jessica Knox

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A man was arrested after crashing a car into a southwest Memphis home while fleeing from police on Thursday, reports say. According to an affidavit, around 8:21 p.m., an MPD officer watched a gray Infiniti G37 speed through a stop sign at Western Park and Ford Road. The officer tried to pull the car over, but the Infiniti continued to speed and refused to stop.
Collierville gymnastics center under fire for allegedly excluding disabled children

2 months ago | yahoo.com | Jessica Knox

COLLIERVILLE, Tenn. — A Collierville gymnastics center is catching heat from parents after not including their children with disabilities. According to the SEGA Gymnastics website, the gym is a space for all children to come together to build physical strength, make new friends, and have a fun time. Although, parents say that’s far from the truth if your child has a disability. “It is incredibly disappointing because they don’t mean all children. They mean typical children.
Collierville gymnastics center under fire for allegedly excluding disabled children

2 months ago | wreg.com | Jessica Knox

COLLIERVILLE, Tenn. — A Collierville gymnastics center is catching heat from parents after not including their children with disabilities. According to the SEGA Gymnastics website, the gym is a space for all children to come together to build physical strength, make new friends, and have a fun time. Although, parents say that’s far from the truth if your child has a disability. “It is incredibly disappointing because they don’t mean all children. They mean typical children.
Two in custody after Whitehaven crash; suspect found in dumpster

2 months ago | wreg.com | Megan Fayard |Jessica Knox

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Two men were arrested Monday after police say they ran through a red light, crashed into a car and fled from officers. The Memphis Police Department said that around 2:15 p.m. on Monday, officers saw a maroon Nissan Maxima speeding on Millbranch Road from Holmes Road. Officers said they tried to stop the vehicle, but the driver refused to pull over. They did not chase the vehicle.
Teacher found dead at Tennessee high school

Mar 7, 2025 | newsnationnow.com | Jessica Knox |Megan Fayard

Editor's Note: This article contains discussions of suicide. Reader discretion is advised. If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of suicide, you can find resources in your area on the National Crisis Line website or by calling 988. MEMPHIS, Tenn. - A teacher was found dead at a Tennessee high school on Thursday morning, leading to the school's closure for the day, according to Tipton County Schools.
Ford Jr. attends first commissioners meeting after arrest

Mar 5, 2025 | wreg.com | Jessica Knox

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The Shelby County Commissioners Committee held its first meeting since Commissioner Edmund Ford Jr. was arrested for federal charges. Ford Jr. is facing federal charges of bribery, kickbacks concerning federal funds, and six counts of attempted tax evasion. He is accused of using his public office to secure grant funds for three non-profits and then corruptly receiving financial payments from those three organizations.

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