Tia McKenzie

Reporter at WJTV-TV (Jackson, MS)

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Electrical fire damages Historical Daisy Theatre

1 week ago | wkrn.com | Tia McKenzie |Deja Davis

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WREG) — The Historic Daisy Theatre caught fire in downtown Memphis early Thursday morning, the Memphis Police Department confirmed. Officers say they responded to the 300 block of Beale Street regarding the fire call a little after 1:30 a.m.Memphis Fire Department officials said it was ruled an accidental electrical fire. They said it started in the stage area.
Earle, AR focuses on economic growth amid blight issues

3 weeks ago | wreg.com | Tia McKenzie

EARLE, Ark. — One Arkansas community is looking to bring more business to the area, but city officials say there are a few steps that must be taken before that can happen. Earle city leaders are working to combat blight, and they say owners of dilapidated properties have 30 business days to come into compliance. Abandoned homes, burned structures and overgrown grass are becoming an eyesore in the small Crittenden County community.
Memphis court rules on future of Infiniti Sports Bar

3 weeks ago | wreg.com | Tia McKenzie

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A Frayser bar, which was forced to shut its doors after a deadly mass shooting, was in court on Tuesday. Law enforcement and city government officials deemed the Infiniti Sports Bar and Grill a public nuisance, calling it a persistent hotspot for criminal activities. However, the business could possibly reopen. A temporary injunction was put in place, which means the bar won’t be allowed to open its doors for at least four months.
Man accused of killing girlfriend, throwing newborn into MS River appears in court

3 weeks ago | wjtv.com | Tia McKenzie |Megan Fayard

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Brandon Isabelle, the man accused of shooting his girlfriend to death and throwing their newborn baby into the Mississippi River in 2022, was supposed to stand trial on Monday morning, but new information means the family must wait longer. Isabelle was indicted in the murders of Danielle Hoyle and her two-day-old baby, Kennedy. Isabelle will still be in court on Monday for a status hearing, but his trial date has been pushed back to September of this year.
Summer programs change the narrative by teaching kids new skills

1 month ago | yahoo.com | Tia McKenzie

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Keeping children safe while giving them the opportunity to grow is the goal for many organizations this summer. School is out and summer is here, but when temperatures go up, acts of violence usually follow. Beginning June 2, the Heal the Hood Foundation is hosting a Legacy Summer Camp that will offer art mediums such as filmmaking for kids.
Memphis residents can cool down and chill out as public pools set to open soon

1 month ago | wreg.com | Tia McKenzie

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Memorial Day marked the first day of summer break, and as the weather begins to heat up, the City of Memphis is making sure families have a way to cool down. Opening dates are coming up for swimming pools across Memphis. From the Ed Rice location to Riverview, beginning next Tuesday, 12 pools will be open to the public. “We have some family lessons at our pools, at our indoor and some of our outdoor pools. So, one of the things they are very affordable.
Families honor on military veterans on Memorial Day at cemeteries

1 month ago | wreg.com | Tia McKenzie |Harrison Klopp

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Several events are happening across the country on this Memorial Day as families honor the men and women who have died while serving in the military. At the West Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery, families gathered to honor fallen military service members and the sacrifices they made. “It’s the ultimate sacrifice, you know. And being a veteran myself and my wife, it’s a lot,” said Brandon Kretchman, a military veteran.
Memphians upset as crime persists despite new crime operation

1 month ago | yahoo.com | Tia McKenzie

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — While Memphis leaders work to address the crime crisis in the Bluff City, some Memphis residents aren’t convinced enough is being done at the local, state, and federal level. Memphis area agencies conducted a crime-fighting operation known as Operation Rolling Thunder between April 23 and May 10. 160 arrests were made, which included 50 known gang members. However, court records show many of those arrested have been released on bond.
Memphians upset as crime persists despite new crime operation

1 month ago | wreg.com | Tia McKenzie

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — While Memphis leaders work to address the crime crisis in the Bluff City, some Memphis residents aren’t convinced enough is being done at the local, state, and federal level. Memphis area agencies conducted a crime-fighting operation known as Operation Rolling Thunder between April 23 and May 10. 160 arrests were made, which included 50 known gang members. However, court records show many of those arrested have been released on bond.
ATF arriving Thursday to investigate historic church fire

1 month ago | yahoo.com | Tia McKenzie

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — After a devastating fire destroyed much of the historic Clayborn Temple, a national response team is heading to the Bluff City. The ATF National response team will arrive Thursday evening with specialized personnel and equipment. The Memphis Fire Department says this more that 130-year-old church building has been stabilized, and now investigators can take a look inside for clues.