Shelby County Commissioner Edmund Ford Jr. is on unpaid leave from his city job following charges of bribery and tax evasion, pleading not guilty and is out on a $25,000 bond.

Law enforcement in DeSoto County, Mississippi, conducted a sting, arresting two individuals and recovering stolen items, including tools and firearms. Further charges are anticipated.

NWS Memphis issues a wind advisory with strong gusts until 6 PM Wednesday, affecting East Arkansas, North Mississippi, Southeast Missouri, and West Tennessee.

A Memphis man is charged with attempted second-degree murder after shooting at his sister and young relatives, leaving a 2-year-old injured by debris. Community members are calling for action against gun violence.

Memphis Connect held its annual All-Star Game, engaging local youth in basketball and celebrating academic achievements, with strong support from civic leaders and police.

A DeSoto County inmate, John Riles, received a five-year sentence for assaulting a jailer with a Taser, an incident initially leading to minor injuries.

Vanessa Murtaugh, ex-chair of the Tennessee Inmate Disciplinary Board and former assistant DA, was charged with statutory rape involving a 17-year-old.

Inmate Nevin Whetstone, serving life for murder, escaped from Mississippi State Penitentiary; public warned not to approach and to contact law enforcement.

Katie Carayiannis, a St. Agnes Academy senior, received the Germantown Education Commission's February 2025 Youth Excellence Award for her impact on the community through tutoring, cheerleading, and volunteering.

Two former DeSoto County officials plead guilty to corruption-related charges, with Charles Roberts implicating unemployment fraud and Tony Herring Jr. linked to a car theft ring.

Shelby County Mayor Lee Harris has requested Commissioner Edmund Ford Jr. to pause his role in grant-making due to charges of bribery and tax evasion, with Ford pleading not guilty.

Germantown officials announce upcoming water meter replacements causing temporary service interruptions, with door notifications for affected residents.

A car crash in Memphis left an adult and two juveniles injured; all in non-critical condition. Police responded to the incident involving an overturned vehicle.