Senator Brent Taylor criticizes Judge Bill Anderson for releasing Detawn Gunn, the Railgarten shooting suspect, without bail, alleging legal errors. This has led to a judicial conduct investigation.

Shelby County attorneys are pursuing the removal of County Clerk Wanda Halbert from office, citing her failure to properly respond to an ouster petition. They are seeking a default judgment for her immediate suspension.

Shelby County has received $300,000 in federal funds to support its witness protection program, aiming to improve victim and witness safety and cooperation in legal cases.

Rhea Clift was appointed to the Germantown Municipal Court bench, replacing interim Judge Kevin Patterson and continuing her family legacy after her father's retirement.

The Memphis City Council has sued the Election Commission for not adding gun control measures to the ballot, amidst state and city clashes over authority.

The Moral Budget Coalition is urging the City of Memphis to provide $20 million to prevent service cuts and layoffs at the Memphis Area Transit Authority.

Memphis faces tension over a gun control referendum, which the Shelby County Election Commission removed from the ballot, aligning with state leaders' threats to cut city funding. Critics see it as a blow to local autonomy over gun laws.

MATA confirms significant budget cuts, affecting services and employment in Memphis, with layoffs of 241 employees, including bus and trolley drivers, due to financial constraints.

Tennessee GOP leaders threaten to withhold $78 million from Memphis if it proceeds with gun control referendums, including proposals for handgun permits, assault rifle bans, and "red flag" laws.

Carol Coletta is stepping down as leader of the Memphis River Parks Partnership after spearheading projects like the Tom Lee Park overhaul. She plans to return to consulting but will aid MRPP until her successor is found.

Tennessee Valley Authority has approved a 5.25% energy rate increase, affecting TVA customers with an average monthly bill rise of $4.35 starting in October.

Tennessee State Representative Justin J. Pearson is set to speak at the DNC, gaining national attention after advocating for gun control with "The Tennessee Three."

George Harris has resigned as MSCS's Executive Director of Safety and Security days after his appointment, citing personal reasons, leaving the district to seek a new leader amid concerns.