Memphis Officials Reassert Assistant Chief's Firing Unrelated to Residency, City Council Debates Stricter Policy
The article discusses debates over the Memphis Police Department's residency policy, which requires officers to live within a certain distance for response times. After scrutiny, the MPD reinstated the policy in its handbook.
17-Year-Old Charged with First-Degree Murder in South Memphis Teen's Death
A 17-year-old has been charged with the first-degree murder of a 15-year-old in South Memphis. The victim, Victor Cooper, was pronounced dead after the shooting on Friday. The incident is being investigated by the Memphis Police Department.
Covington House Engulfed in Flames, Suspected Fireworks Explosion Under Investigation
An explosion, possibly caused by fireworks, resulted in a house fire in Covington, with a woman and child hospitalized for smoke inhalation. Authorities are investigating and seeking information on a red vehicle seen nearby.
Week of Unsettled Weather Awaits Memphis, with Thunderstorms and Potential Heat Wave on the Horizon
Memphis is set to experience a week of thunderstorms with high chances of precipitation and temperatures around the low 90s. The National Weather Service forecasts variable conditions with periods of sun and cloudiness.
Group of Six Rescued from Hatchie River in Covington as Local Agencies Collaborate in Nighttime Operation
Six individuals were rescued from the Hatchie River in Tennessee after a 911 call reported them lost. The Tipton County Fire Department and other agencies found the group with no reported injuries and emphasized river safety to the public.












