Crime
South Memphis Mother Seeks Justice Two Years After Son's Death
Deborah Golden continues to plead for information about the 2024 killing of her 19-year-old son Maalik Cade.
Nearly 200 Minors Arrested in Memphis Safe Task Force Operations
Task force has conducted over 6,000 juvenile arrests since late September
Memphis Police Arrest 6 Gang Members in Whitehaven Bust
Suspects charged with drug and firearm offenses, including one with outstanding attempted murder warrant
Politics
Local Nonprofit and ACLU File Lawsuit Against City of Memphis
The lawsuit is in response to MPD's refusal to provide requested use-of-force documents.
Trump Touted Crime Decline, But Experts Say Data Lacks Context
Former president celebrated 'big success' of National Guard deployments, but analysts say trends are more complex.
Shelby County Primary Candidates Face Qualifying Deadline
Several candidates vying for local offices in Memphis-area races
Weather
Memphis Braces for Brief Cold Snap This Weekend
Temperatures to plummet after mild start to the week
Extreme Winter Storm Fern Exposes Vulnerabilities in US Power Grid
Experts warn of potential catastrophic blackouts from future storms, solar flares, or cyberattacks if renewable energy mandates aren't adjusted
Holly Springs Utility Department Restores Power to Most Customers After Winter Storm
Less than 100 meters remain without electricity over 20 days after the storm hit north Mississippi.
Lifestyle
Memphis Embraces the Art of Charcuterie Boards
Long-standing local tradition of curated meat and cheese spreads continues to thrive in the city.
Loganville Student Named to Rhodes College Honor Roll
Isabella Boyd achieved a 3.85 GPA or higher to qualify for the prestigious academic honor.
Loganville Student Named to Rhodes College Dean's List
Joan Mathew recognized for academic achievement in Fall 2025 semester
Tech
Mississippi Regulators Hold Hearing on xAI Data Center Expansion Amid Environmental Lawsuit Threat
NAACP threatens to sue xAI over alleged Clean Air Act violations for new gas-fired power plant to power Colossus II data center
Elon Musk's xAI Faces Threat of NAACP Lawsuit Over Air Pollution in Mississippi
Law firms representing the NAACP sent xAI a notice of intent to sue over alleged Clean Air Act violations at the company's data center facility in Southaven, Mississippi.
EPA Shuts Down Elon Musk's xAI Loophole for Polluting Turbines
Ruling a victory for advocates fighting harmful data center emissions in historically Black neighborhoods
