Shelby County officials propose a $5.5 million investment in a specialized crime lab to improve investigative capabilities and crime-solving efficiency.

Inmates at Tennessee correctional facilities celebrated educational achievements, with graduations in various programs, supported by local institutions and TDOC's educational initiatives aimed at reducing recidivism.

Rhodes College honored employees with its annual Service Recognition Brunch, celebrating staff contributions with the 2025 Outstanding Staff Awards, including accolades for Brenda Webber, Amber Lewis, Lance Kimbrell, and Stephanie Chockley.

Germantown announces a property tax rate increase in its FY26 budget, with rises ranging from $21.24 to $36.41 per month, to maintain city services. Public discussion is scheduled for June 9.

The Shelby County Fire Department promoted three staff to Dispatcher Lead to improve efficiency amid increased call volumes. Michelle Staten, Cicely Banks, and Courtney Jamison are the newly appointed leads.

Memphis celebrates the Excel Center's Class of 2025 at Orpheum Theatre, with adult learners overcoming obstacles to graduate, and Chief Deputy Buckner providing a message of encouragement and hope.

MLGW CEO Doug McGowen disputes the NAACP's claims about xAI's gas turbines in South Memphis, emphasizing compliance with legal utility supply duties, despite the NAACP's call for investigation and emergency shutdown due to health concerns.

Germantown Police Department's weekly report detailed various crimes including drug possession, theft, scams, aggressive behavior, and unlawful firearms possession.

Dr. Michelle Taylor is leaving her role as Shelby County Health Department director to become Baltimore City's Health Commissioner on August 1. Her tenure faced public health crises and some controversy. Mayor Harris seeks her replacement.

John Zeanah has been appointed Chief of Development and Infrastructure in Memphis, tasked with coordinating city growth and streamlining projects across multiple departments.

Collierville offers two methods to prevent solicitor disturbances: posting a "No Soliciting" sign or joining the No Knock Registry, with solicitors required to carry a town-issued ID badge for safety.

Parke Kennedy becomes the new executive director of the Germantown Performing Arts Center, succeeding Paul Chandler, and brings extensive leadership and fundraising experience to the role.

Shelby County is accepting nominations for the first Rising Star Award, honoring outstanding youth aged 10-24, with an awards luncheon scheduled for June 26.