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Cars

TDOT releases update on I-55 bridge project during public hearing

Business

Memphis-based FedEx reducing 'small number' of positions

The company said it will work with those affected, but did not detail just how that would happen.
Economy

Mississippi governor intent on income tax cut even if states receive less federal money

Mississippi Republican Gov. Tate Reeves says he will push lawmakers to phase out the state income tax, even if federal spending is slashed.
Business

Buc-ee's breaks ground on first Mid-South store

The Gallaway Buc-ee's will be located off I-40 at U.S. Highway 196, northeast of Memphis.
Business

Buc-ee's breaks ground on first Mid-South store

The Gallaway Buc-ee's will be located off I-40 at U.S. Highway 196, northeast of Memphis.
Nation World

Inflation rises slightly in October in first increase in 7 months

If the uptick continues, it could be reflected in rising prices at the grocery store, and make the Fed less likely to lower interest rates again for homebuyers.
Business

Furniture store chain shutting down all locations, including 13 in Tennessee

Franchise Group Inc., American Freight's parent company filed for bankruptcy last week.
Crime

Four Nigerian Citizens sentenced in investment and romance scams in West Tennessee and U.S.

Prosecutors said one victim in West Tennessee lost more than $400,000 to the scams over several months.
Community

Shelby Co. Commission set to propose three-year contract with City of Memphis for fire services in Cordova area

The three-year contract would cost approximately $1.5 million to provide fire services in unincorporated Cordova.
Business

Mid-South Food Bank President and CEO Dr. Cathy Pope resigns

The Board of Directors appointed Chief Operating Officer Scott Fortin to serve as Interim President and CEO.
Outreach

Tomeka Hart Wigginton named new President and CEO of United Way of the Mid-South

She succeeds Rev. Kenneth S. Robinson, M.D., who announced his retirement in June.
Education

Christian Brothers University makes more cuts as it prepares to emerge from finance-related probation

CBU officials said the latest cuts are expected to position the school to come out of finance-related probation by winter 2025.