Memphis

Jury from Outside Memphis to Decide Fate of Ex-Officers in Tyre Nichols Murder Trial

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Memphis, Tenn. — In the upcoming trial for the beating death of Tyre Nichols, a Tennessee judge has decided that jurors will be selected from outside the local community. This decision comes in the case against three former Memphis police officers facing second-degree murder charges stemming from a January 2023 traffic stop incident. On Friday, Shelby County Judge James Jones Jr. confirmed that Tadarrius Bean, Demetrius Haley, and Justin Smith, all former officers of the Memphis Police Department who pleaded not guilty, will face their trial with an external jury. Details regarding the specific location … Read more

Champion Local Journalism: Discover How the Memphis Flyer Has Enriched the Metro Memphis Community Since 1989

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Memphis, Tenn. – For over three decades, The Memphis Flyer has been a cornerstone of journalism in Tennessee’s second-largest city. Launched in 1989 by Contemporary Media, Inc., a locally owned publishing group, the weekly has grown into an essential source of news and entertainment for nearly a million residents in the metro Memphis area. Offering a distinct alternative to mainstream news sources, the publication prides itself on a balanced mix of serious journalism and premier entertainment features. Distributed every Wednesday, The Memphis Flyer fills a unique niche, bridging gaps between news and cultural developments. Its … Read more

Memphis Shooting Suspect Requests Delay, Chooses to Represent Himself in Trial for Capital Murder Charges

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MEMPHIS, Tenn. — In a pronounced turn of events, a Tennessee man facing charges for a series of shootings in Memphis, which tragically resulted in three fatalities, has chosen to represent himself in court. 22-year-old Ezekiel Kelly, initially represented by private attorneys, now seeks additional time to prepare his defense, citing the need to thoroughly review evidence presented against him. During a courtroom appearance on Tuesday, Kelly informed Shelby County Judge James Jones Jr. that he requires more time to access jail computers to review the extensive evidence, which includes thousands of pages and over … Read more