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MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Some 2,000 people are locked up in Shelby County unable to pay their bail. But several community organizations are planning to go to court if things don’t change. Now they are calling for those arrested to get hearings in 24 hours, with counsel, bail imposed only as a last resort and a person’s financial […]

Senate Republicans are struggling to save funding for construction of former President Trump’s long-sought wall on the U.S.-Mexico border as Democrats press forward with plans to rescind nearly $2 billion in funding for his signature project.

NEW YORK — Stephen Sondheim, the songwriter who reshaped the American musical theater in the second half of the 20th century with his intelligent, intricately rhymed lyrics, his use of evocative melodies and his willingness to tackle unusual subjects, has died. He was 91. Sondheim’s death was announced by his Texas-based attorney, Rick Pappas, who told […]

MEMPHIS, Tenn.– Some people living in Shelby County have another reason to be extra grateful this Thanksgiving. Shelby County’s mayor and trustee announced Wednesday that property tax relief will be available for low-income seniors, disabled residents and disabled military veterans in the county.  Leaders are calling this a game changer, saying this will make a […]

Shelby County’s mayor will bring together criminal justice leaders from across the south later this week. From a nationally recognized trial lawyer to activists to a hip-hop artist, leaders will discuss public safety and reforms and honor those who have worked tirelessly. Among those honored is Civil Rights attorney Ben Crump, who recently traveled to […]

MEMPHIS, Tenn. – The Office of Shelby County Mayor Lee Harris is seeking applicants for a mayoral fellowship targeted for early career journalists.  The new, six-month fellowship, which will provide full benefits and a salary, will help journalists gain experience in a high level of local government and expose them to public policies. The Mayoral […]

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — When it comes to fight against COVID-19, it appears the battle lines are being drawn over the authority of Shelby County Health Department versus new laws just passed by the Tennessee General Assembly. Some Memphis and Shelby County health experts and political leaders say the new rules could weaken the power of […]

Monica Webber told WREG she was so afraid of what was happening at her grandmother’s nursing home, she once called the police on them. And what happened next, left the family with more questions than answers. A months long WREG investigation reveals the same nursing facility, is one of hundreds across the Mid-South that broke […]

MEMPHIS, Tenn. – Throughout the pandemic, the Humane Society of Memphis and Shelby County has provided essential work helping animals and families in our community. Today, they received over $400,000 of American Rescue Plan Act dollars to continue their work. Helping animals get better and taking care of them before they find their forever homes […]

A new project in Shelby County aims to get young readers to pick up a good book, but first, local leaders need your help. The A-to-Z Shelby County book will be filled with words submitted by you. To learn more, we’re live with Shelby County Mayor Lee Harris and Doctor Cedrick Gray the Shelby County […]

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Over 30 refugees from Afghanistan were welcomed by Shelby County today. Many of them helped Americans who were once in their country and now the county is doing what they can to make them comfortable after they have fled violence and oppression in Afghanistan. Today, Mayor Lee Harris and county commissioners welcomed […]