Two homicides occurred within 24 hours in Forrest City, with victims discovered at a home and in a vehicle. No suspect information for the second case has been released yet.

Memphis media outlets joined for a "Day of Giving" food drive to aid the Mid-South Food Bank, collecting donations at Poplar Plaza and Kroger, while also enabling online contributions to fight hunger.

Memphis will host the 23rd Americas Competitiveness Exchange in May 2026, focusing on innovation sectors like logistics, manufacturing, and health sciences.

Memphis Police responded to a kidnapping and auto theft involving a DoorDash worker's car and her nine-year-old daughter, with the child later found unharmed.

Two suspects committed an armed robbery at a Memphis BP Gas Station, taking $6,000 worth of cigarettes and vape products. Police are seeking information.

NWS Memphis forecasts fair weather with sunny skies and gradually rising temperatures, a mild weekend with breezy conditions, and a slight chance of showers early next week.

Female detainees at Shelby County Jail East filed a lawsuit claiming sexual assault by a male inmate, alleging that guards allowed the incident through negligence.

Lakeland is advancing new infrastructure projects like the New Canada Road Construction, discussing urban development and a food drive with live-streamed BOC meetings, preparing for Christmas events, and hiring for various positions.

Sheriff Bonner plans to transfer detainees from Shelby County Jail due to critical overcrowding, with an inmate population exceeding its 2,800 capacity.

Madison County businessmen admitted to tax evasion, with Dwayne Tansil pleading guilty and Oliver Mayberry Jr. pleading no contest, facing probation and restitution payments.

Brandon Adams was arrested in Memphis by the MGU for firearm and drug charges. The Memphis Police Department emphasized the arrest's importance for community safety.

Lt. Col. Walleon Bobo has been named to the ROTC Hall of Heroes at Arkansas State University, honored for his service and role in educating JROTC cadets.

Memphis students participated in a taste test to influence their school lunch menus, providing feedback that aligns with nutrition guidelines and promotes food diversity.