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1 week ago |
localmemphis.com | Shaquiena Davis
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Summer is just around the corner, and with that comes summer storms. For some Memphis neighborhoods, that could mean more than just flooded streets, as sewer backups have been a growing concern. Heavy rainfall can clog storm drains with debris, which can lead to sewage backups inside homes. Some experts have said the key to preventing damage is catching the signs early. “Sewage backup is just like it sounds.
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1 week ago |
localmemphis.com | Shaquiena Davis
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Multiple events are being held this week in Memphis to commemorate the end of slavery in the United States. “It’s such an important day,” said Veda Ajamu, chief engagement officer for the National Civil Rights Museum. Juneteenth is a federal holiday. Locally, Memphis is joining in with festivities across the city. The National Civil Rights Museum will host its fourth annual free community day — open to all on a first come, first serve basis.
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1 week ago |
localmemphis.com | Shaquiena Davis
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Federal Judge Mark Norris recused himself just days before the start sentencing of five former Memphis police officers involved in Tyre Nichols death, which could create some delays. “This happens often. It’s better that a judge would recuse himself, or herself from a case if they think there’s a conflict rather than to stay on,” said Memphis attorney Art Horne III.
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1 week ago |
localmemphis.com | Shaquiena Davis
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The 'No Kings' protests swept across the nation this weekend, with local demonstrations spanning from East Tennessee to the Mid-South on Saturday, June 14. Thousands gathered in the Bluff City at Poplar and Highland for a protest organized by Indivisible Tennessee. “I know there are a lot of people who wish they were here, but they’re too scared to come. Either because they’re immigrants like a lot of people are, and they’re scared of ICE coming or showing up.
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2 weeks ago |
localmemphis.com | Shaquiena Davis
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — FAFSA unlocks federal grants and loans for students who use the money for college enrollment and tuition. President Donald Trump's Administration is trying to dismantle the Department of Education, and in response, students like Gino Hall fear this will affect more than just their financial aid. “I do think that it’ll really have more students dropping out of school.
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