The McNairy County Sheriff's Office warned of scammers impersonating law enforcement, asking locals for money or personal details to clear fictitious fines or warrants. They advise hanging up and calling their office directly for verification.

Julie Northcott was hired by the Lauderdale County Sheriff's Office as Correctional Program Administrator to help reduce recidivism with a grant-funded position focusing on addiction, mental health, and life trauma.

Brandon Isabelle convicted on multiple charges, including the murders of Danielle Hoyle and her infant, in a trial that included over two dozen witnesses.

Commissioner Britney Thornton hosts the second annual Hoop 2 Be Heard basketball tournament in Orange Mound to empower youth, featuring local teams and a $1,000 prize.

National Guard troops have been deployed in Memphis as part of a federal task force to combat local crime, a move supported by state Republicans but met with skepticism by local leaders.

TDOT to partially close I-40 East in Haywood for repairs; right lane from mile marker 48 to 50, including THP weigh station, affected from Friday evening to Monday morning.

Devaron Taylor received an 18-year sentence for his role in Memphis Officer Joseph McKinney's death, despite not firing the fatal bullet. Taylor's gunfire at police led to the tragic event.

A train broke down in Tupelo, causing traffic disruptions at Eason Blvd. and Ryder St., which was communicated by the local police through social media, advising alternative routes.

A woman died following a complex car crash in Memphis, with police indicating a possible third vehicle's involvement.

A car buyer was robbed at gunpoint by a seller from Facebook Marketplace when he tried to purchase an Infiniti Q50 at a Chick-fil-A in Memphis. No injuries were reported, but the suspect is still at large.

An attempted robbery occurred at a Memphis Circle K store; the suspect failed to enter, shot the doors, and fled. Police seek information on the armed male suspect.

Memphis leaders united for a "Moving Memphis Forward" forum focusing on public safety and collaboration, with local dignitaries and law enforcement discussing strategies to improve quality of life.

xAI inaugurated its $80 million Colossus Water Recycling Plant in Memphis, with the largest ceramic membrane bioreactor, processing up to 13 million gallons of wastewater daily for industrial use.