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President Trump said Sunday that Russia and Ukraine had agreed to an "energy ceasefire," but he offered no details on it and Kyiv reported attacks by Moscow on energy sites after his statement. buff.ly/pH7pTmL
Trump says Russia and Ukraine agree to an 'energy ceasefire'
President Trump said Sunday that Russia and Ukraine had agreed to an "energy ceasefire," but he offered no details on it and Kyiv reported attacks by Moscow on energy sites after his statement.
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MLGW customers will likely see their monthly utility bills increase over the next three years, though electricity rates will remain untouched. buff.ly/Q1mHSjl
WKNO Daily Newscast | Monday, October 12, 2026
MLGW customers will likely see their monthly utility bills increase over the next three years, though electricity rates will remain untouched.
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It has been one year since Hamas released the remaining Israeli hostages and President Trump promised an end to the war, but Palestinians say the past 12 months have been a ceasefire in name only. buff.ly/O7KD8Mj
Photos: What a year of ceasefire in Gaza looks like
It has been one year since Hamas released the remaining Israeli hostages and President Trump promised an end to the war, but Palestinians say the past 12 months have been a ceasefire in name only.
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A Memphis City Council meeting turned chaotic on Tuesday when action was delayed on a long-considered moratorium on new data centers. buff.ly/l6xbhcu
TN Politics: Community rails against more delays in data center action
A Memphis City Council meeting turned chaotic on Tuesday when action was delayed on a long-considered moratorium on new data centers.
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In the year and a half leading up to Christa Pike’s failed execution, warnings about the state’s lethal injection protocol and its weaknesses piled up. buff.ly/zNQkhK4
Attorneys, doctors, nurses and lawmakers asked for a death penalty moratorium before Pike's failed execution
In the year and a half leading up to Christa Pike’s failed execution, warnings about the state’s lethal injection protocol and its weaknesses piled up.
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📰 Behind the Headlines | Democratic Candidate for US House District 8 Heidi Kuhn discusses her District 8 campaign, concerns about the Memphis Safe Task Force, rising costs, immigration, data center regulations, foreign policy, and efforts to increase voter turnout. buff.ly/mCkuGJl
BTH: Heidi Kuhn on affordability, public safety, and District 8 race
This week on WKNO/Channel 10’s “Behind the Headlines,” Democratic Candidate for US House District 8, Heidi Kuhn, joins host Eric Barnes and Daily Memphian reporter Bill Dries.
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Remnants from Hurricane Isaias are expected to hit the Mid-South on Saturday morning, bringing periods of heavy rainfall and strong wind gusts through Sunday. buff.ly/gXsZMF8
WKNO Daily Newscast | Friday, October 9, 2026
Remnants from Hurricane Isaias are expected to hit the Mid-South on Saturday morning, bringing periods of heavy rainfall and strong wind gusts through Sunday.
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Midterm candidates are talking up Medicare for All, and in a poll 2 out of 3 Americans said they support it. The phrase speaks to a desire for radical change, though many don't really know what it is. buff.ly/cmdUKBJ
'Medicare for All' message attracts midterm voters buckling under medical bills
Midterm candidates are talking up Medicare for All, and in a poll 2 out of 3 Americans said they support it. The phrase speaks to a desire for radical change, though many don't really know what it is.
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On the three-year mark since the Hamas-led deadly attack, Israelis are grappling with reports that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was repeatedly warned by regional allies ahead of time. buff.ly/wCa1Zwx
3 years on, Israelis grapple with reports Netanyahu was warned before Oct. 7 attacks
On the three-year mark since the Hamas-led deadly attack, Israelis are grappling with reports that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was repeatedly warned by regional allies ahead of time.
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Flu season typically starts in October or November. But it looks like the flu started to pick up in September this year. buff.ly/9HBbZDg
An early flu season means it might be time to think about a flu shot
Flu season typically starts in October or November. But it looks like the flu started to pick up in September this year.
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The best part of any fair? The food of course! buff.ly/Bxh3rh7
The best part of any fair?
The food of course!
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🎙 Checking on the Arts | Quark Theatre presents "Thom Pain (based on nothing)," at TheatreWorks@TheEvergreen starting October 9. Quark co-founder Tony Isbell, who plays the title character, joins Kacky Walton to talk about the production and his role. buff.ly/qUlkwZL
"Thom Pain (based on nothing)" explores life's disappointments and pain
Quark Theatre presents Will Eno's Pulitzer Prize finalist for drama, "Thom Pain (based on nothing)," at Evergreen Theatre from Friday, October 9, through Sunday, October 25.
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In the face of growing community anger over local data center expansion, the Memphis City Council voted 7 to 5 on Tuesday to delay a final vote on a proposed data center moratorium. Protests erupted and police were called in to clear the chambers. buff.ly/wx5IEdW
Musk's company, SpaceX, and Luckey's company Anduril, could potentially benefit from recommendations made in the study about future autonomous weapon systems. buff.ly/6bQ54xe
Elon Musk and Palmer Luckey's new Pentagon roles raise ethics worries
Musk's company, SpaceX, and Luckey's company Anduril, could potentially benefit from recommendations made in the study about future autonomous weapon systems.
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The Paramount and Warner Bros. merger has survived court challenges, public protests and regulatory scrutiny. Now, the Hollywood heavyweight, named Skydance, begins operating. buff.ly/JCNhZGG
New Hollywood era begins with an epic mega merger between Paramount and Warner Bros.
The Paramount and Warner Bros. merger has survived court challenges, public protests and regulatory scrutiny. Now, the Hollywood heavyweight, named Skydance, begins operating.
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While Trump pushes to get his name on the Kennedy Center and other public sites, history shows that sitting presidents have almost always avoided putting their brands on government assets. buff.ly/O6xYo7O
A history of presidents naming things after themselves (It's short. They rarely do)
While Trump pushes to get his name on the Kennedy Center and other public sites, history shows that sitting presidents have almost always avoided putting their brands on government assets.
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🎙 Checking on the Arts | Memphis Botanic Garden presents The Hughes Art Show through Thursday, October 29. Three of the sisters join Kacky Walton to talk about growing up in an artistic environment and the paths each took to create their unique work. buff.ly/sro6Vxy
The Hughes Art Show showcases generations of Memphis artists
Memphis Botanic Garden presents The Hughes Art Show from Friday, October 2, through Thursday, October 29.
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How do you know what's safe to eat? You don't. And after a summer full of food recalls from lettuce to blueberries and even jalapeños, a regular trip to the grocery store can start to feel like a dangerous game. buff.ly/QnehVb3
Bacteria is taking over the food pyramid : It's Been a Minute
How do you know what's safe to eat?You don't. And after a summer full of food recalls from lettuce to blueberries and even jalapeños, a regular trip to the grocery store can start to feel like a…
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🎙 Checking on the Arts | Concerts International begins its 54th season of chamber music with the Isidore String Quartet on Thursday, October 8 at the University of Memphis. Darel Snodgrass speaks with violinist Adrian Steele and violist Devin Moore about the program. buff.ly/632zrKU
Isidore String Quartet opens Concerts International's 54th season
Concerts International begins its 54th season of chamber music with the Isidore String Quartet on Thursday, October 8, at 7:00 p.m. at Harris Concert Hall at the University of Memphis (UofM).
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When the 2025 conclave began, no one expected an American pope. But by its end, Cardinal Robert Prevost had become Pope Leo. Here's a look behind the scenes. buff.ly/poUKEG5
No one expected Leo to be pope — except everyone who knew him as 'Bob'
When the 2025 conclave began, no one expected an American pope. But by its end, Cardinal Robert Prevost had become Pope Leo. Here's a look behind the scenes.
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The Supreme Court term opens on Monday with big test cases on religion, guns and climate change. Plus, the emergency docket keeps popping. buff.ly/Iq1UFdh
The Supreme Court faces another term jam-packed with controversy
The Supreme Court term opens on Monday with big test cases on religion, guns and climate change. Plus, the emergency docket keeps popping.
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🎙 Checking on the Arts | The Dixon Gallery & Gardens continues its 50th anniversary celebration with "Mallory/Wurtzburger: 80 Exhibitions, 18 Years". Darel Snodgrass speaks with Dixon's Martha R. Robinson Curator Julie Pierotti about the expansive new exhibition. buff.ly/a40ZH7B
Mallory/Wurtzburger: 80 Exhibitions, 18 Years" celebrates local artists at the Dixon
The Dixon Gallery & Gardens continues to celebrate its 50th anniversary year with "Mallory/Wurtzburger: 80 Exhibitions, 18 Years," saluting 18 years of local artists in the Mallory/Wurtzburger…
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Greater Giving Moment with Community Foundation of Greater Memphis | VOTE! buff.ly/PSBCcni
VOTE!
As we approach Election Day in Tennessee, it's essential to be prepared and support our community in doing the same. Here are some valuable tools to help navigate the voting process, especially for…
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Starting Oct. 1, many immigrants who are here legally lose their Medicaid coverage because of the Republican budget bill passed last year. buff.ly/0vt58Dr
'It's a nightmare.' Former refugee, professor on Trump's new Medicaid policy
Starting Oct. 1, many immigrants who are here legally lose their Medicaid coverage because of the Republican budget bill passed last year.
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Move over, beach reads. With the fall equinox behind us, we can now curl up with cozy autumn books. There are new titles coming from Barbara Kingsolver, Chad Harbach, Jasmine Guillory and more. buff.ly/eYVLlhz
10 books we are looking forward to this fall
Move over, beach reads. With the fall equinox behind us, we can now curl up with cozy autumn books. There are new titles coming from Barbara Kingsolver, Chad Harbach, Jasmine Guillory and more.
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Discussion about the Memphis Safe Task Force, Marsha Blackburn's campaign, and botched executions. buff.ly/J6guoRz
TN Politics: Task force anniversary brings lower crime, ongoing questions
Otis Sanford discusses the Memphis Safe Task Force, Marsha Blackburn's campaign and botched executions.
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📰 Behind the Headlines | Democratic Candidate for US House District 9 Justin J. Pearson discusses his campaign for District 9, the issues he’s hearing from voters across the district, and his policy priorities if elected to Congress. buff.ly/0IoiUvO
BTH: Pearson on District 9 campaign, economy, and policy priorities
This week on WKNO/Channel 10’s “Behind the Headlines,” Democratic Candidate for US House District 9 Justin J. Pearson joins host Eric Barnes and Daily Memphian reporter Bill Dries.
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A woman in Tennessee survived an execution Wednesday. We talk with a reporter who was there. buff.ly/nvwRv47
A witness to a failed Tennessee execution talks about what she saw and heard
A woman in Tennessee survived an execution Wednesday. We talk with a reporter who was there.
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