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Memphis' Rep. Akbari on how progressives make change in a red state
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Representative for Memphis’ 91st district, Raumesh Akbari, says that progress and hope lay in common interests, such as criminal justice reform, between those on both sides of the aisle.
Photo: Rep. Akbari speaks in front of the state legislature.
Dawn Majors
Tennessee's practice of suspending licenses from those who owe court fees is found unconstitutional
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“We tend to see misdemeanor driving as irresponsible or someone being dishonest and even criminal when honestly, we who are middle-class forget to pay our fines every day and are not faced with the threat of having a suspended license for more than a year."
Photo: A new ruling states that Tennessee can no longer revoke driver’s licenses from people who cannot afford court fees.
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College isn't cheap. January workshop will help teens find music scholarships and nail auditions.
Baris Gursakal
Wednesday, December 4, 2019
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The Circle sees high-performing teachers as industry experts. It's working to keep them in class.
Ashley Davis
Wednesday, December 4, 2019
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Memphis Challenge gets down for a cause with first ever dance-a-thon fundraiser
Chris Jones
Wednesday, December 4, 2019
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GoDaddy supports small business in Memphis, premiers docu-series
Cole Bradley
Wednesday, November 27, 2019
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Podcast: Refugees are good for Memphis but number of new arrivals is shrinking dramatically
Tuesday, November 26, 2019
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Video series explores worldwide divides, spotlights Memphis for unequal food access
Thursday, November 21, 2019
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Neighborhood Justice: How Memphis' Community Courts are reducing barriers to court appearances
A.J Dugger III and Cole Bradley
Wednesday, November 20, 2019
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Who tells the story? High Ground program trains Memphians to report their neighborhoods' news
Cole Bradley
Wednesday, November 20, 2019
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Podcast: Lifting up resident voice as Memphis neighborhoods transform
Monday, November 18, 2019
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Don't just shop, shop just at Peace and Justice Art Festival this Saturday
A. J. Dugger III
Friday, November 15, 2019
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Paulita Edmondson walks alongside Hickory Hill families to keep kids in their homes. Walk with her.
A. J. Dugger III
Thursday, November 14, 2019
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City Councilwoman hosted holiday party for Hickory Hill
A. J. Dugger III
Tuesday, November 12, 2019
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STAARS focuses the fight against breast cancer on African Americans
A. J. Dugger III
Thursday, November 7, 2019
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Epicenter, Power Center CDC partner for entrepreneurs in Hickory Hill
A. J. Dugger III
Thursday, November 7, 2019
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In Photos: Practice makes perfect
A.J Dugger III and Malik Martin
Wednesday, November 6, 2019
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Moziah Bridges talks bow ties, books and plans post-high school
Ashley Davis
Tuesday, November 5, 2019
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2019 State of Memphis Housing Summit stated the facts, offered solutions
Cole Bradley
Tuesday, October 29, 2019
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The History of Hickory Hill, Part I: Big Booms
Cole Bradley
Friday, October 25, 2019
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Fifth annual Soulsville USA Festival celebrated history and legends of iconic neighborhood
Kim and Jim Coleman
Thursday, October 24, 2019
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The Collective rebrands with new name, expanded vision
Brandi Hunter
Wednesday, October 23, 2019
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in all sectors. The effects of good leadership – making a difference in families, jobs, and neighborhoods – ripple.
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