A pedestrian was seriously injured in a hit-and-run in Memphis' Medical District Monday night. Police are asking witnesses to call CrimeStoppers at 901‑528‑CASH.

Coletta's said its Appling Road restaurant will close this Friday after 28 years; catering continues and the South Parkway location will remain open.

MPD investigated an overnight shooting at an apartment complex on Georgetown Drive near Kenosha Road; authorities have not confirmed injuries.

A Haywood County man was sentenced to 92 years after a jury convicted him of repeatedly raping his daughter, prosecutors said.

Collierville’s Independence Day plans land at H.W. Cox Park this Thursday with live music, food vendors and an 18‑minute fireworks finale. Library and town hours are set for the holiday weekend.

Dangerous heat envelopes Memphis today with highs near 97°F and heat‑index readings above 110°F. Cooling centers and safety tips are listed below.

Police cordoned off East Brooks Road near Gemini Drive in Whitehaven after an early-morning shooting; MPD has not yet released details on victims or suspects.

New national data shows a spike in financial sextortion, and TBI says its ICAC squad is handling dozens of Tennessee cases. Guidance and reporting resources included.

John Calipari will headline the Memphis Sports Hall of Fame Class of 2026. The induction is set for Sept. 16 at the Renasant Convention Center.

The Trail Blazers acquired Ja Morant in a surprising swap that sends Jerami Grant and Kris Murray to Memphis. The move ends Morant’s seven-season run with the Grizzlies.

A Haywood County judge gave Jermis Jones a life term plus 34 years after he was convicted in the December 18, 2022 shooting death of Perish Tyus while she dropped off their child.

Police cordoned off part of Jesse Turner Park Monday after an incident near the playground; authorities have released few details.

Downtown Memphis courthouses were closed Tuesday after flooding and a loss of running water forced the suspension of General Sessions and Criminal dockets.