Memphis Juvenile Court's return to in-person hearings is delayed due to transportation issues caused by a shortage of available deputies and budget constraints. Virtual hearings continue amid attempts to resolve the situation.

Memphis Mayor Paul Young is revamping the MATA Board with nine new appointments to address issues such as poor accountability and a $60 million deficit identified by a consultant's report.

ColliervilleTN.gov reports on the town's efforts to enhance pedestrian safety by repainting crosswalks, prioritizing those near schools for the new school year.

The Memphis/Summer Avenue Driver Services and Reinstatement Center is closing for remodeling until January 2025; alternative service locations are provided.

Two Shelby County driver service centers will temporarily close for upgrades including new kiosks. The Memphis/East Shelby Drive and Bartlett centers will shut on Oct. 8 and 9, respectively.

Former Memphis-Shelby County Schools board members express regret over hiring Superintendent Dr. Marie Feagins, criticizing her leadership and the district's culture.

Joyce Dorse Coleman is elected as the chair of the Memphis-Shelby County Schools Board, with Stephanie Love as vice-chair, amidst administrative changes and safety concerns.

Shelby County partially funds jail repairs, allocating $10 million but falls short of the requested $16.4 million, prompting concerns over unaddressed issues.

Memphis' "Blight Zero" initiative targets neighborhood renewal and fights crime through property demolition and cleaning, holding owners accountable, with Mayor Young and Police Chief CJ Davis at the helm.

U.S. Attorney Kevin G. Ritz of the Western District of Tennessee announced his resignation after two years in his position and 19 years in the U.S. Attorney's Office.

The NAACP is suing DeSoto County, MS, for alleged racial gerrymandering that diminishes the Black community's voting power. They seek redistricting and fairer representation.

Shelby County Clerk Wanda Halbert is given extra time to respond to her ouster petition after Judge Corbin-Johnson denied a default judgment against her.

Tennessee Governor Bill Lee opposes Memphis' attempt to implement its own gun control laws, emphasizing the need for statewide uniformity in firearm regulations.