Mississippi State Auditor revealed DeSoto County Crime Stoppers spent $400,000 on salaries and unclear expenses without evidence of processing tips or rewards.

The 8th Annual Turkey Trot in Memphis had its largest turnout yet, in memory of fallen officers Sgt. Smith and Officer Adams, with family participation and community performances.

Memphis police arrested Mark Meetze for stealing copper. He faces charges including burglary and possession of burglary tools. The incident highlights ongoing efforts to combat copper theft in the city.

Memphis weather update for Veterans Day: mostly sunny, increasing temps throughout the week, high near 54°F today with gusts up to 25 mph; mild conditions to continue with highs reaching near 70°F by Thursday, with chances of showers by the weekend.

Collierville held a Veterans Day tribute with music and speeches, featuring Navy Chaplain Tim Foster, to honor military service and show gratitude to veterans.

A 15-year-old reported missing from a Memphis facility was located in Honolulu and taken into custody; authorities are coordinating her return to Tennessee.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 35 points to lead the Oklahoma City Thunder in a comeback victory over the Memphis Grizzlies, with a strong second half performance.

The Memphis Safe Task Force, with 31 agencies, cleared over 1,000 warrants and arrested 2,342 individuals in 41 days, targeting serious offenses and seizing firearms.

The National Weather Service in Memphis predicts temperate weather after a chilly start, with sunny skies and a gradual warm-up through the week, though showers may occur by the weekend.

The Hospitality Hub in Memphis opens a warming center at First Baptist Church for vulnerable individuals needing shelter from the cold. MATA offers transportation and donations of blankets are sought.

The Shelby County main jail was on lockdown due to a threat, suspending visitations but maintaining internal operations. The situation was resolved by the next day, with ongoing investigations into the threat’s nature.

A Vanderbilt LifeFlight helicopter crash in Wilson County resulted in one death and two critically injured crew members; there were no patients onboard. The NTSB is investigating the incident.

Over a 40-day operation, Memphis authorities and the U.S. Marshals located and returned 101 missing children. The joint effort also resulted in 1,862 arrests last month, as agencies continue their coordinated work to enhance public safety across the city.