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Severe storms are likely Tuesday afternoon into early Wednesday in Memphis. Expect heavy rain, gusty winds and a small tornado risk.
Enhanced severe‑weather risk for Memphis Monday into Tuesday. Gusty winds and heavy rain may disrupt evening commutes.
Crime & Emergencies in ...
A Ripley resident jumped from a second‑story window as deputies served drug warrants; authorities say they seized meth, fentanyl, pressed pills and a rifle.
A Shelby County DA reel spotlights April Campbell’s loss after her daughter Danielle and newborn Kennedy were killed. The case ended with a 147‑year sentence last fall.
A Memphis family says their 6-year-old pug Bruno was shot near their home; the family plans to file a police report and is asking neighbors for information.
Covington police charged a 67-year-old former Tipton County bus driver after a 16-year-old's complaint and bus footage prompted an investigation. Authorities say a school-bus video was central to the case.
Two separate shootings were reported overnight in Parkway Village; police say no injuries were confirmed and investigations are ongoing.
A two-vehicle crash at Weaver Road and Canary Lane left a woman critically injured and knocked out power to nearly 500 MLGW customers as crews worked to clear the scene.
A man was critically wounded in Fox Meadows Monday night; police say there is no suspect information and are asking the public to share tips.
Politics & Govt in ...
Germantown leaders warn a slight enrollment dip and low per-pupil funding have pushed the district into a draft FY27 budget that could include staffing trims.
Five Democrats will face voters in a May 5 primary for Memphis-Shelby County’s District 6 seat; the winner will meet independent pastor Frederick Tappan in August.
Surveillance footage shows someone crawling to the front desk at Brown Dog Lodge and taking cash; Memphis police have released video and are asking for tips.
State documents and local reporting show more than a dozen Millington officers lacked 2025 training records and the department’s lead instructor is under state review.
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