Memphis city was defrauded out of $773,000 in a phishing scam after city staff mistakenly wired funds to an impostor posing as Zellner Construction. The loss was disclosed in a City Council meeting.

Tornado sirens in Germantown were mistakenly activated during routine maintenance, causing confusion among residents under clear skies. There was no severe weather, and officials clarified it was a false alarm.

A house fire in Midtown Memphis prompted a quick response from fire services, leading to traffic disruptions on Union Avenue but no injuries, as all occupants evacuated safely.

The National Weather Service has issued an Excessive Heat Warning for parts of the Mid-South due to potentially dangerous temperatures and advises taking precautions.

Sandra Jeffries-Perry was named Tennessee’s CIO of the Year, recognizing her contributions as Shelby County Government’s CIO in enhancing governmental operations.

Memphis Police are searching for a thief who used a basketball to hide his face during a package theft involving a new cell phone. No arrests have been made, and authorities are seeking information.

The National Weather Service in Memphis has issued a heat advisory for the Mid-South region, expecting a heat index of up to 107 degrees today, urging residents to take precautions against heat illnesses.

A 19-year-old named Aali Tay Kyles was fatally shot in her apartment in Hickory Hill, Memphis. Police detained two individuals but have not released further details. The family mourns and seeks justice.

Arkansas State Police seek help locating missing teen Heaven Jalexius Harris from West Memphis, last seen on June 28. She may be in Little Rock and has a heart tattoo on her face.

Three teenagers were arrested in Memphis following a police chase involving a stolen vehicle that ended in a crash with a police cruiser. One suspect remains at large.

One person was killed and another critically injured in a shooting at a Memphis gas station, with the suspect still at large. The Memphis Police Department is investigating the incident and seeking information from the public.

Two Memphis women were arrested in Tupelo for human trafficking; one underage girl rescued. Bond denied; multiple agencies involved in the ongoing investigation.

Two Germantown police officers received Life Saving Medals for saving a choking newborn's life in May, with the assistance of a dispatcher who provided crucial instructions.