Germantown police reported a series of crimes on December 22, including theft, fraud, vandalism, and harassment, shaking the suburb's holiday tranquility.

The Memphis Safe Task Force arrested 33 individuals, seized 8 firearms, and recovered a missing child, including actions against specific suspects for weapon and drug charges.

The Memphis Police Department's Harbor Patrol team shared their daily operations on Facebook, including 90 service calls, law enforcement, rescues, and collaboration with the Coast Guard, documented in a video by a drone operator.

Angeleta Potts, mother of NLE Choppa, provided a home and gifts for a family affected by a Memphis condominium fire, embodying the charitable spirit of the NLE Choppa Foundation.

ADM to close North Memphis facility, resulting in 95 layoffs by January 2026, while revealing a new joint venture with Planters Cotton Oil Mill in Arkansas.

Memphis Police are investigating a six-vehicle crash on Highway 385 near Kirby Parkway. Reports of injuries vary; eastbound lanes were closed but have reopened. The cause and details are under investigation.

Sergeant Geoffrey Daly retired from the Munford Police Department after nearly 20 years, leaving a legacy of professionalism and integrity as recognized by the department's social media tribute.

NWS Memphis forecasts mild weather turning cooler, with sunny Christmas and possible showers by Sunday, followed by significant temperature drops next week.

Captain Jodi Whitfield of the Germantown Police Department is retiring after a 33-year career, leaving behind a significant legacy in various roles within the department.

The Tennessee Court of Criminal Appeals upheld Joshua Damone Pewitte's 80-year sentence for child rape, reinforcing the jury's verdict and dismissing his allegations of trial errors.

Two Memphis River Parks employees were robbed at gunpoint near a Shell gas station; their cell phones were later recovered, but no arrests have been made.

Three Shelby County residents won significant prizes in the Tennessee Lottery, including a $1 million Powerball win, with tickets sold in Memphis and Germantown. The Powerball jackpot has also reached $1.7 billion.

Memphis schools are seeing success with enhanced tutoring programs, emphasizing academic support and student confidence, highlighted by effective strategies at Sea Isle Elementary, Ridgeway Middle, and Bolton High.