Former Memphis mayor sends letter to outgoing city council saying police reform ordinances were never enforced
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- January 5, 2024
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MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) – Ordinances looking to reform Memphis’ police department after the death of Tyre Nichols almost a year ago were never enforced by former Memphis Mayor Jim Strickland, according to a letter Strickland sent to city council members. Nichols died after he was beaten by former police officers one year ago this week. […]
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City council approves animal ordinance, new park | #citycouncil
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) – During its Sept. 6 meeting, the Jonesboro City Council approved an animal guideline ordinance and gave the go-ahead for a new park. The council approved an ordinance clarifying the rules and regulations of selling, giving away, handling, or displaying any animals within the city limits. The ordinance applies to animal activities, […]
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A former Madison Mayor died Friday night
MADISON, Ala. (WAFF) – City and County leaders have confirmed that a former Madison mayor passed away Friday night. A Madison County Commissioner confirms that Burwell ‘Sonny’ Wilbanks passed away Friday night. Wilbanks was elected and reelected mayor in the 1969,1973,1977 and 1985 elections, serving until 1988. Madison changed from a commission to mayor/council government […]
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