After a video of a dog being beaten went viral, Justin Johnson was arrested for aggravated animal cruelty. The dog, now in recovery, was rescued by Memphis Animal Services and the Memphis Police.

Courtney Davis from Memphis received an 87-month prison sentence for participating in a drug trafficking ring distributing fentanyl and methamphetamine.

The Memphis Police Department is using Facebook to connect with residents, encouraging them to "Know Your Precinct" for a #StrongerSaferMemphis, fostering community safety and stronger police-citizen relationships.

The Memphis Police Department investigates a case of puppy abuse revealed on social media, emphasizing a strong stance against such acts and encouraging public reports to assist in their efforts.

Memphis is hosting a Hiring Fair with on-the-spot interviews at Whitehaven Community Center for job seekers to meet with hiring managers and potential employers.

Memphis is experiencing severe weather, with storms and high chances of rain forecasted by the NWS. Conditions include gusty winds and potential thunderstorms, with temperatures varying. The weather will improve by Monday, becoming mostly sunny.

Germantown Police made arrests on March 26 for shoplifting and a drug law violation, with the latter not detailing the narcotics involved. The separate shoplifting incidents remain unconnected.

Hernando starts constructing a roundabout on April 1, 2025, at McIngvale and Holly Springs Road, with expected disruptions and a 30-day closure for detours.

MATA dismissed Deputy CEO Bacarra Mauldin for misusing agency funds and not upholding proper standards among her reports, leading to her termination supported by the MATA board.

Izaya Kutschinski is charged with kidnapping a woman and her child from a Mississippi grocery store parking lot.

West Tennessee authorities busted a drug trafficking ring in Whitehaven, seizing drugs, guns, and cash, and arresting three men.

Shelby County reports its first measles case of the year, prompting public health alerts and vaccination efforts. Health officials urge community awareness and vaccination status checks.

Dr. Zhongjie Sun of UT Health Science Center has been honored as a 2024 Fellow of the AAAS for his contributions to cardiovascular and renal disease research.