Henry County says Harrelson, Henry and Lakewood schools will open as storm shelters at 5 p.m. and remain available until the severe-weather threat passes.

A Dyersburg search warrant turned up a handgun investigators say may be tied to a Missouri drive-by, plus roughly a pound of marijuana and other evidence, authorities say.

Memphis crime leaders are urging lawmakers to make probation less likely for aggravated assaults involving firearms. State fiscal notes say 40% of cleared cases involved guns and estimate a $14.5M cost.

Detectives say an overnight home invasion on South Main Street occurred Thursday night; police are seeking two men and asking neighbors to check camera footage.

David Swift filed a federal suit in Memphis alleging Dyer County investigators and the district attorney mishandled his wife Karen Swift’s 2011 death and withheld evidence. He is seeking damages and a federal jury trial.

A precautionary lockdown at Millington Central followed an emailed threat alleging an explosive device; authorities searched the campus and the district said students were safe.

Chez Philippe at The Peabody earned AAA's Five Diamond designation, a rare upgrade that spotlights Memphis’ fine‑dining credentials. The honor recognizes years of service and a chef‑driven menu.

A school bus ran a stop sign and struck a pickup in Parkway Village; students were checked on scene and the driver has been placed on administrative leave. Investigations are ongoing.

A 16-year-old was charged after a Feb. 25 bomb threat at Millington Central Middle High School; deputies searched the campus, found no device and detectives made an arrest.

Small apartment and mixed-use projects, including a 28‑unit rehab at 193 Pine Street, are advancing as city upgrades and incentives nudge downtown development.

A 16-year-old was arrested after opening fire at a Binghampton street corner; one teen was hit and is expected to recover, police say.

A Memphis man was charged with first‑degree murder after a Sept. 29 fight on Watson Street left two men dead, including 24‑year‑old Joshua Smith.

Warm, humid Monday with showers and thunderstorms likely. A Slight Risk for severe storms exists; isolated large hail and damaging winds are possible.