While there probably aren’t as many fans of professional hockey in Memphis as there are fans of college basketball or college football, the sport has undoubtedly grown in popularity since the Predators opened for business in Nashville 20 years ago back in 1998. While last season didn’t end with a Stanley Cup, the team had an extraordinarily successful campaign that ended in first place in the Central Division with a record of 53 wins, just 18 losses and 11 ties.
Memphis police officer accused of domestic violence
The stress of everyday life, work and relationships are often a challenge for the average person to deal with successfully. When that person is a cop, the tension and strain of police work often takes an emotional toll.
Memphis woman accused of shooting, killing abusive boyfriend
You can find the East Memphis Robinhood Park Apartments directly across Interstate 240 from Nash-Buckingham Park and Nonconnah Creek. Law enforcement officials say the housing complex was where a woman allegedly fatally shot her boyfriend.
Unhappy holidays: Tennessee cop arrested for domestic violence
It's the happiest time of year, the song says. The holiday season is jolly and merry and bright. At least that is how it is portrayed in stories. For many couples going through difficult times in their relationships, the holidays can bring added stress and pressure -- and arguments.
Pitcher arrested in Tennessee home on domestic violence charge
He lives in Tennessee but works in Boston. He's pitcher Steven Wright of the Boston Red Sox. The knuckleballer was arrested several days ago and charged with domestic assault, according to police in Williamson County.
The ultimate form of child abuse
A Memphis TV station recently reported that a tragedy began innocently enough, when a 3-year-old boy drank milk from the carton. According to police, the events that followed were the ultimate form of child abuse.
Memphis police officer arrested for domestic violence
It happens across the spectrum of society. Johnny Depp has been accused of domestic violence and so have Sean Penn and Mel Gibson. So have NFL stars such as Adrian Peterson and Adam Jones and baseball players such as Jose Reyes and Jeurys Familia. Some of those accused were later vindicated, some convicted and some came to agreements with prosecutors or accusers. There are, of course, many ordinary people who never make the headlines who face accusations of domestic violence. Add a Memphis police officer to the list.
When is behavior considered stalking in Tennessee?
Have you been made to feel like a criminal because you miss someone? Maybe you love someone, are concerned about them and want to make sure that they are okay. Someone might even be mad at you or jealous.
5 things mothers should know about co-parenting
Co-parenting is an arrangement that can benefit children. In order for this to work, you and your ex-husband raise your children as a parenting team even though you aren't in a relationship. When you are in the middle of a co-parenting arrangement or if you are just now thinking about this arrangement, think about these points.
Not all domestic abuse claims are true, but they are dangerous
Our previous blog post discussed the severity of domestic violence accusations in Tennessee. One important point we made is how a claim of domestic abuse will send someone to jail -- before all facts are evaluated.
