A young mother was fatally shot in South Memphis; her father identified her as Jyrah Smith, who leaves behind three children. The incident's cause is uncertain but might involve domestic issues. Police are investigating with no suspects named yet.

Memphis International Airport expects 55,000 travelers over the holiday weekend, with added delays for those without Real ID. Peak times are Thursday and Friday. Travelers advised to check-in online and expect full parking lots.

Bartlett police shot and killed an alleged knife-wielding shoplifting suspect in Wolfchase following a threat to an officer. The TBI is investigating the incident.

Mostly cloudy weather prevails in Memphis with a temperature of 65°F, humidity at 63%, and a northeast wind at 7 mph. Showers and thunderstorms are expected over the next few days.

Fred Wortman's plea for early release was denied; he remains in jail for attempts on his wife’s life, with the judge rejecting claims of a misunderstood plea deal.

Collierville's outdoor warning siren system is near full restoration, with critical repairs and testing confirming operational readiness for public safety alerts.

Memphis man Jeffery Sevier sentenced to 198-month federal prison term for leading a drug trafficking gang, with subsequent four years of supervised release.

Memphis Police arrested suspects linked to two armed robberies at a Mapco gas station, involving adults and minors. Christina Williamson and her accomplice Brandon Black face charges including aggravated robbery.

A man in Oxford, Mississippi tried to set cars on fire, facing arson charges. Two vehicles were found with lighter fluid and one had burn damage. No injuries were reported.

Collierville's outdoor warning siren system nears full operation after repairs, with the final fix taking place today. Residents are reminded to also sign up for Alert Collierville and monitor weather radios and alerts.

Memphis Police Officer Scotty Triplett died in a collision while on escort duty. A car turned in front of his motorcycle, leading to fatal injuries. He served 27 years and is survived by a spouse and two children.

One man was injured and another detained following a shooting in Raleigh, with deputies responding and an investigation underway by the Shelby County Sheriff's Office.

Memphis is enhancing Riverside Drive with a project that includes a lane reduction and increased parking. The road will be closed until August 15, 2025, to improve walkability and accessibility.