Politics

Memphis City Council Places Restrictions on MATA FundingMemphis City Council Places Restrictions on MATA Funding

Memphis City Council Places Restrictions on MATA Funding

News Summary The Memphis City Council has voted to restrict the $30 million funding for the Memphis Area Transit Authority…

1 month ago
Memphis Residents Raise Environmental Concerns Over xAI ExpansionMemphis Residents Raise Environmental Concerns Over xAI Expansion

Memphis Residents Raise Environmental Concerns Over xAI Expansion

News Summary A community meeting at Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church brought together over 250 Memphis residents to voice their environmental…

1 month ago
Tennessee Supreme Court Ruling Leaves Pervis Payne’s Parole Status UncertainTennessee Supreme Court Ruling Leaves Pervis Payne’s Parole Status Uncertain

Tennessee Supreme Court Ruling Leaves Pervis Payne’s Parole Status Uncertain

News Summary The Tennessee Supreme Court has ruled on the sentencing of Pervis Payne, convicted in 1988 for double murder.…

1 month ago
Memphis Judge Recuses Himself from Police Officers’ SentencingMemphis Judge Recuses Himself from Police Officers’ Sentencing

Memphis Judge Recuses Himself from Police Officers’ Sentencing

News Summary Judge Mark Norris has recused himself from sentencing former Memphis Police officers Justin Smith and Tadarrius Bean, convicted…

1 month ago
Shelby County Mayor Proposes Property Tax Rate IncreaseShelby County Mayor Proposes Property Tax Rate Increase

Shelby County Mayor Proposes Property Tax Rate Increase

News Summary Shelby County Mayor Lee Harris has proposed a property tax rate of $2.73 for the upcoming fiscal year,…

1 month ago
Bartlett Adopts Higher Property Tax Rate for City ServicesBartlett Adopts Higher Property Tax Rate for City Services

Bartlett Adopts Higher Property Tax Rate for City Services

News Summary The Board of Mayor and Aldermen in Bartlett has approved a new property tax rate, increasing it by…

1 month ago
Memphis Murals: A Vibrant Reflection of History and CultureMemphis Murals: A Vibrant Reflection of History and Culture

Memphis Murals: A Vibrant Reflection of History and Culture

News Summary The murals of Memphis showcase the city's rich history, culture, and resilience, turning street corners into open-air galleries.…

1 month ago
Memphis Pride Parade Celebrates Unity and DiversityMemphis Pride Parade Celebrates Unity and Diversity

Memphis Pride Parade Celebrates Unity and Diversity

News Summary The Pride celebration in Memphis saw a vibrant turnout as marchers paraded along Beale Street, showcasing LGBTQ+ pride…

1 month ago
Deputy Governor Butch Eley Departs Tennessee AdministrationDeputy Governor Butch Eley Departs Tennessee Administration

Deputy Governor Butch Eley Departs Tennessee Administration

News Summary Deputy Governor Butch Eley will leave his role in Tennessee Governor Bill Lee's administration later this year. Eley,…

2 months ago
Significant Human Trafficking Operation in West MemphisSignificant Human Trafficking Operation in West Memphis

Significant Human Trafficking Operation in West Memphis

News Summary A recent law enforcement operation named Operation DELTA in West Memphis successfully rescued nine victims of human trafficking.…

2 months ago