WATN-TV (Memphis, TN)

WATN-TV is a television station that operates on virtual channel 24 and digital channel 25 (UHF) and is affiliated with ABC. It is based in Memphis, Tennessee, and is owned by the Nexstar Broadcasting Group. WATN-TV works in conjunction with WLMT, a CW affiliate on channel 30, forming a duopoly. Both stations have their studios located at Shelby Oaks Corporate Park on Shelby Oaks Drive in northeast Memphis. The transmitter for WATN is situated in the Brunswick area of Arlington. Additionally, WATN-TV manages the master control and some internal functions for WJKT, a Fox affiliate licensed to Jackson on channel 16. Some of the syndicated shows that air on WATN include The Doctors, Dr. Phil, and Maury.

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TN families set for an opportunity to apply for Education Freedom Scholarship

2 days ago | localmemphis.com | Desmond Nugent

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The Tennessee State Board of Education held a public hearing Monday, May 12, about the rules on the Education Freedom Scholarship program, also known as the school voucher program. Despite the controversy surrounding the new law, the hearing lasted less than 10 minutes and drew only one comment, a question that went unanswered publicly.
Fight breaks out at Wolfchase J. Alexander's on Mother's Day

2 days ago | localmemphis.com | Judy Black

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Memphis Police said a fight broke out at J. Alexander's on Mother's Day. Police said they responded to an assault call at the Wolfchase restaurant around 6:30 p.m. A witness said she was sitting at a table when a male suspect, her daughter's ex-boyfriend, walked up to her holding a black handgun and told her to get back, leading to a fight. Police did not specify how many people were involved in the fight.
Memphis Central High School tops global high school jazz band competition

2 days ago | localmemphis.com | Judy Black

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Memphis Central High School’s jazz band was named the top high school jazz band in the world. Jazz at Lincoln Centerannounced the three top-placing high school jazz bands in the world during the 30th AnnualEssentially Ellington High School Jazz Band Competition and Festivalfinal concert and awards ceremony on May 11. The five-day event featured high school jazz bands around the world.
Criminal Court Clerk's Office to host free expungement clinic on May 31

2 days ago | localmemphis.com | Gabriel Huff

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Shelby County Criminal Court Clerk officials are hosting a free expungement clinic for the public at the end of May. The Erase & Elevate Expungement Clinic and Community Resource Fair will occur Saturday, May 31, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Mt. Vernon Baptist Church-Westwood — 620 Parkrose Ave. A Shelby County spokesperson said county officials are on their way to 10,000 completed expungements, dating back to 2018.
Moms celebrating Mother's Day share heartfelt stories about motherhood

2 days ago | localmemphis.com | Shaquiena Davis

MEMPHIS, Tennessee — It's a day of celebration for mothers everywhere, and especially right here in Memphis. “We’re very blessed to have my mom in my life,” said Tammy Boehm. Moms opened up about their journeys through motherhood, and what this day means to them. “It’s amazing being a mom. It’s hard being a mom, but it’s rewarding,” said Graciela Breit. Some mothers even travelled out of state to see their children. “I love both my kids," said Tirza Fierros Snuffer.
Wanted posters target former officers post-not guilty verdict in Memphis.

3 days ago | localmemphis.com | Shaquiena Davis

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Posters showing the former officers, Taddarius Bean, Justin Smith, and Demetrius Haley have appeared in multiple areas around Memphis. The posters label the men as "Wanted" and include aggressive language. The flyers accuse the officers of avoiding justice and use threatening messaging to convey that point. The posters emerged after the jury found the three former officers not guilty of all state charges related to the beating of Tyre Nichols'.
Wanted posters target former officers after not guilty verdict in Memphis

3 days ago | localmemphis.com | Shaquiena Davis

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Posters showing the former officers, Taddarius Bean, Justin Smith, and Demetrius Haley have appeared in multiple areas around Memphis. The posters label the men as "Wanted" and include aggressive language. The flyers accuse the officers of avoiding justice and use threatening messaging to convey that point. The posters emerged after the jury found the three former officers not guilty of all state charges related to the beating of Tyre Nichols.
Pope Leo XIV calls for peace in Ukraine, a Gaza ceasefire and release of hostages in Sunday appeal

3 days ago | localmemphis.com | Nicole Winfield |Giovanna Dell'Orto

VATICAN CITY, — Pope Leo XIV called for a just and lasting peace in Ukraine and an immediate ceasefire in Gaza with the release of hostages and delivery of humanitarian aid in his first Sunday noon blessing as pontiff. “I too address the world's great powers by repeating the ever-present call ‘never again war,’” Leo said from the loggia of St. Peter’s Basilica to an estimated 100,000 people below.
Gentlemen's League End-of-Year Banquet celebrates achievements of boys of color

5 days ago | localmemphis.com | Judy Black

MEMPHIS, Tenn — On Friday, May 9, The Gentlemen's League End-of-Year Banquet celebrated achievements of boys of color across Memphis. The event was held at 7 p.m. at The Coronet (5770 Shelby Oaks Drive).
State Rep. Justin Pearson and community leaders demand action against xAI project, air pollution in Memphis

5 days ago | localmemphis.com | Desmond Nugent

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — State Representative Justin Pearson is sounding the alarm once again, this time with renewed urgency, as fellow lawmakers and community advocates join him to demand action against the air quality in Memphis and Shelby County. Pearson claims some of the health risks his constituents have endured are linked to the controversial xAI project and a broader pattern of environmental neglect.