The City of Memphis is fighting in court to halt the demotion of police officers after a dispute with the Memphis Police Association over the creation of a "second lieutenant" rank within the MPD.

Memphis weather forecast includes sunny skies with highs near 93°F, heat index up to 102°F, and light winds. Evenings will be mostly clear with low around 74°F. Chance of showers and thunderstorms increases towards the weekend.

A teenager has been charged with first-degree murder for a fatal shooting at a Memphis store; he was arrested following recovery efforts for a stolen Camaro.

Memphis announces a two-day detour for sewer repairs on East Shady Grove Road from July 10-11, affecting traffic between South Shady Grove Road and Humphreys Boulevard. Local access will be maintained.

A diabetic man and his dog were rescued from Haywood County woods after being missing for nearly 24 hours; they were found by a multi-agency search team.

Dyer County man, Phillip McGuire, faces charges for shooting at a fire station and business, endangering firefighters and damaging property.

The Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity will hold its 2029 International Conclave in Memphis, boosting the city's economy and cultural exposure. Mayor Paul Young anticipates significant community impact.

A juvenile was arrested for First-Degree Murder in Memphis after a fatal shooting last month; the suspect was apprehended during a law enforcement operation.

The National Weather Service forecasts showers and thunderstorms in Memphis with high humidity and temperatures in the high 80s and low 90s for the upcoming week.

The Shelby County Health Department is hosting a free health fair at the Orange Mound Community Center, providing services like immunizations and HIV testing.

A man was arrested for assaulting his roommate with a catalytic converter in Covington, causing serious head injury, with alcohol being a factor in the dispute.

The Germantown Police Department reported various crimes from June 27-July 3, 2025, including thefts, narcotics arrests, and threatening incidents, with 17 crashes also noted.

Memphis Police report a violent robbery at Smile Mart, where two were hurt, leading to a multi-state chase and arrests of three suspects on serious charges.