SUMMARY: Memphis police are investigating the fatal shooting of Shanton Cobb, owner of an auto body shop on Winchester Road. The shooting occurred just after 2 p.m.; Cobb was pronounced dead at the scene while another victim was injured but is expected to recover. Two suspects are being sought after they were seen fleeing the location. Cobb’s friends and family mourn the loss of a hardworking business owner and father, emphasizing the tragedy. Police plan to interview the surviving victim and urge anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers. In separate news, authorities are searching for 12-year-old Decavius Reed, who went missing from Mediterranean Drive.

The owner of a Memphis auto shop was gunned down outside of his business. READ MORE: https://www.fox13memphis.com/news/auto-shop-owner-shot-and-killed-at-work-suspects-still-on-the-run/article_d2fffbee-38f4-4474-a287-f18bf0d4fa18.html

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SUMMARY: Tennessee’s new law, effective July, bans “community benefits agreements” (CBAs) for companies receiving state economic incentives. CBAs are binding contracts addressing local concerns like wages and affordable housing, exemplified by Nashville SC’s 2018 deal with Stand Up Nashville. Major corporations like Ford, Oracle, and GM have received sizable state incentives, with Ford’s $5.6 billion BlueOval City project sparking local demand for a CBA to ensure community investments and protections. Ford favors a voluntary $9 million Good Neighbor Plan, but some residents argue it lacks accountability. Despite the law and challenges, affected communities continue advocating for formal agreements to secure lasting benefits.

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SUMMARY: Today will be warm and muggy with hit-or-miss showers and thunderstorms. Rain chances become more widespread Tuesday, bringing heavy rain especially late afternoon and evening. Wednesday will be hot, with highs in the mid to upper 80s and heat indices reaching the mid to upper 90s. Thursday sees more widespread rain and potential stronger storms. Summer officially starts Friday night, and the weekend will bring the first 90-degree highs of the year, with heat indices nearing triple digits. Be mindful of heat safety as you plan for the hot and humid conditions ahead.

Scattered showers and storms are possible each day through Thursday while remaining very muggy. Temperatures could reach the low 90s this weekend.

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