Historic Mason Temple will receive $1.2M in federal funds for long-term repairs and technology upgrades as part of a broader package that also backs Clayborn Temple.

South Memphis performer Chrishaun Akins says National Guard members tackled him on Beale Street and left him with a shoulder injury. Video of the takedown has renewed debate over the Guard's role downtown.

Cloudy start Monday with spotty morning showers and highs near 84°F. Warmer midweek into the mid‑to‑upper 80s; another storm chance returns late in the week.

An early-morning shooting in Raleigh sent a large police response to Edgefield Drive; detectives are canvassing the scene and asking the public to call CrimeStoppers.

A shooting at a property on McFarlin Avenue in Henning left one person dead and another injured as deputies recovered multiple firearms.

A man was shot and killed Saturday in Oakhaven. Police say the suspect fled in a maroon sedan and investigators are asking for tips.

A woman was found dead Thursday on the 1600 block of East Holmes Road in Whitehaven. Memphis police say detectives have opened an active investigation.

Collierville Fire & Rescue warns against burning yard waste as dry, windy conditions raise the risk of fast‑spreading fires across the Mid‑South.

Warm and gusty in Memphis today with highs near 84°F and gusts to 30 mph. Elevated fire danger for dry areas; late‑night showers possible.

Officers responded to a reported shooting in the 1400 block of Union Avenue early Saturday. Detectives are investigating and asking witnesses to call CrimeStoppers.

A landfill fire in Frayser sent a heavy smoke plume over north Memphis Friday; crews contained the blaze and officials reported no injuries.

A federal jury convicted Steven McCurdy of distributing heroin laced with carfentanil that caused a 2020 overdose death. Sentencing is set for July 17, 2026.

Lawmakers approved stricter deed-preparation rules after a fake Graceland foreclosure highlighted title-theft gaps. New verification steps take effect July 1, 2026.