A $5.5M civil suit served Feb. 3 alleges a former StoryPoint Collierville director exploited an elderly resident, detailing checks, withdrawals and alleged gifts.

A midday shooting at Poplar Avenue and Bellevue Boulevard left a man in critical condition as police investigated the scene and sought tips. Witnesses posted photos and accounts online as officers worked the intersection.

The Memphis Fire Department announced the death of Firefighter/Paramedic Christopher Paschke. The department says funeral arrangements are pending and has asked the community for support.

Town officials issued a precautionary boil-water advisory after a water-line break reduced pressure. Use boiled or bottled water until testing clears the supply.

Crews in Millington have improved travel conditions post-winter weather, making major roads accessible. Residents are warned of potential refreezing and urged to travel cautiously.

Memphis is set for a cold and windy weekend, with wind chills dipping below zero at times. Sunshine returns briefly before warmer temperatures and rain chances develop early next week, according to the National Weather Service.

Germantown’s Mike’s Hot Wings and Such is opening a Collierville outpost at the Shops at Carriage Crossing with a full bar and sports-bar vibe. Fans should expect wings, pizza and fish.

Two men fired shots into Rooster’s Market after an argument over a Red Bull price; Memphis police are reviewing surveillance footage and seeking tips.

The National Weather Service in Memphis warns of hazardous travel due to persistent cold, power outages, and potential black ice in the Mid-South, advising against non-essential travel and safety precautions during outages.

Two people are charged after a fatal Christmas Day shooting at a Hickory Hill gas station, with a minor arrested for accessory and evidence tampering, and a 19-year-old for murder and firearm use.

The Coahoma County Sheriff’s Office received a $100,000 federal grant for law enforcement efforts, announced via social media and backed by Congressman Bennie Thompson.

Millington City Hall closes due to icy roads; city works on clearing streets, urging residents to remain indoors. Salt is ineffective below 25 degrees, so usage is strategic.

Multiple fire departments responded to a house fire in McNairy County, suspected to be caused by a heat lamp. No injuries reported and all residents, including three cats, were safely evacuated.