Atoka police released suspect descriptions and a vehicle plate after an attempted counterfeit‑check at an INSOUTH Bank branch. Investigators are asking anyone with tips to call 901‑475‑4300.

Shelby County prosecutors dismissed child‑abuse and neglect counts July 16 against a Memphis mother after a 2024 Instagram post showed her child assisting with waxes. The defense said she had completed counseling and community service.

Memphis police are searching for a man who robbed a Circle K on Highland Street on July 13; he was armed and fled toward Spotswood Avenue.

Hot, humid days return to Memphis with highs in the 90s and heat-index readings into the low 100s. Cooling center info and safety tips inside.

Early voting begins July 17 as five Democrats — including Marquita Bradshaw — vie to become the party’s pick to face Sen. Bill Hagerty, who holds a large fundraising lead.

Memphis Animal Services has paused general pet intake through July 21 after a canine parvovirus outbreak. Emergency cases are still being accepted while the shelter deep‑cleans and monitors animals.

A redesigned Ida B. Wells Plaza on Beale Street now features seating, shade canopies and interpretive plaques after a ribbon-cutting on Thursday. The work raises the statue and adds context about Wells' life and reporting.

A Midtown man was slashed with a samurai sword Wednesday; a 37‑year‑old suspect was arrested and charged with attempted first‑degree murder.

Two suspects carjacked a driver at a Getwell Road gas station and fled in his vehicle. Police are asking witnesses to call Crime Stoppers.

Metro Nashville police are searching for the driver who fled after a 48‑year‑old woman was killed on McGavock Pike on July 10. Investigators suspect a 2011–2014 GMC Sierra 2500 and are seeking tips.

A 12-year-old girl was killed and two others wounded after gunfire at a Cleveland shopping center; one man was arrested and another is expected to face murder charges.

A Memphis man is jailed on a $100,000 bond after an alleged knifepoint kidnapping in Orange Mound; police say they recovered the victim’s cards and vehicle.

A Memphis woman says she fled after getting into a pickup she thought was her Lyft outside Baptist Memorial Hospital; police are asking for tips.