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U.S. District Judge Waverly Crenshaw Jr.
Coverage of U.S. District Judge Waverly Crenshaw Jr. in the Nexus archive.
- Memphis schools takeover blocked by judge in temporary order
A federal judge temporarily blocked a state takeover board's authority over Memphis-Shelby County Schools, preventing disruptions to contract payments and operations ahead of the 2026-27 school year. The court order aims to maintain the status quo as the district prepares for the August 3 start date.
- Memphis schools takeover blocked by judge in temporary order
A federal judge temporarily blocked the Memphis school takeover board's authority, citing potential disruptions to the school year start. The order maintains the status quo before the new takeover law took effect, allowing the district to avoid operational delays.