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Dense fog will slow Thursday morning commutes in Memphis; highs climb into the upper 80s with a weekend heat spike.
Crime & Emergencies in ...
MPD renewed its appeal on July 15 for tips in the March 23, 2025 fatal hit‑and‑run on North Hollywood Street. Investigators say a black Nissan Murano with temporary tags fled the scene.
A man was taken to the hospital in critical condition after a shooting near Kirby Parkway and East Raines Road in Hickory Hill on Tuesday night. Memphis police are investigating and seeking witnesses.
Scattered storms likely this afternoon with brief heavy downpours and ponding possible. Highs near 86°F and warmer later in the week.
Community & Society in ...
Shelby County and MLGW have converted the Downtown Community Office into an on‑site LIHEAP processing hub. About $9.4M is available and appointments are required to apply.
Showers and storms are likely this afternoon in Memphis, with brief heavy downpours and localized flooding possible.
Sunny and warm today with a high near 89F. Showers and thunderstorms likely Tuesday afternoon and night.
Food & Drinks in ...
Family-run Sweet Fizz plans an Aug. 1 opening at 2362 McIngvale Road in Hernando. The Callahan family says renovations are complete and hiring is starting while they wait on inspections.
City crews cleared piles of tires and rotting trash at Highland Hills Apartments as the city moves to recover cleanup costs and press legal action against the owner. Management changes and court filings complicate the fix.
A 28-year-old Oxford woman was booked on four felony child endangerment counts after deputies say her four children tested positive for illegal drugs.
A man was killed in East Memphis after a shooting in the 4100 block of Barron Avenue; one person was detained and police are investigating. CrimeStoppers is asking for tips.
Surveillance stills show two men fleeing after an AR-style rifle was used in a June 29 incident on Overton Crossing. Memphis police have released descriptions and are seeking tips.
Patchy fog this morning, then spotty afternoon storms and highs near 90. Humidity spikes later in the week with heat‑index values above 105.
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