Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare is laying off 161 employees, which is about 1% of its workforce, as part of a restructuring plan to meet changing healthcare needs. The plan includes consolidating obstetric services due to a decline in births.

The Memphis Housing Authority has opened its Project-Based Voucher waitlist until July 18, as reported by local news outlets, but placement on the list or a voucher is not guaranteed.

Memphis Councilwoman Jerri Green announces her candidacy for Governor of Tennessee, emphasizing the need for more women in politics and aligning with the Democratic Party. She faces tough odds in the historically Republican state.

Ex-Southaven officer Tony Herring Jr. was sentenced to 10 years for his role in a car theft ring, after pleading guilty to accessory after the fact to auto theft.

Tennessee's Gov. Bill Lee and TDEC Commissioner Salyers announce a $17 million loan with principal forgiveness for Brownsville's wastewater plant and a commitment to statewide water infrastructure.

Memphis police investigate a fatal shooting on Elvis Presley Boulevard with no suspects yet; part of a series of morning gun violence incidents in South Memphis.

Memphis weather forecast includes sunny skies with intermittent storms over the next week, high humidity, and temperatures peaking near 96°F. Storm chances vary daily, from 50% today to 40% by Saturday.

Bellevue Baptist Church named Ben Mandrell, CEO of Lifeway Christian Resources, as their eighth senior pastor, succeeding Steve Gaines. Mandrell will take the pulpit on August 10.

Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone withdrew from the Ed Murphey Classic due to fever, prioritizing health before nationals. The event continued with strong performances, despite her absence.

Memphis Police are investigating an aggravated robbery at 2297 Hometown Drive, where a suspect with a firearm demanded money and fled with the victim's property.

Desmond Humphrey's probation hearing led to incarceration for the remaining 11 months after ADA Montgomery's argument. He faces additional charges from an alleged April 11 shooting.

A person was critically injured in a North Memphis shooting, leading to a police investigation. The MPD is urging witnesses to come forward with information.

The City of Memphis is fighting in court to halt the demotion of police officers after a dispute with the Memphis Police Association over the creation of a "second lieutenant" rank within the MPD.