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1. At least 4 shootings over violent Labor Day in Memphis (wreg.com) — Several shootings across Memphis over Labor Day left one man dead, another critically injured, and two teenagers wounded in separate incidents from Frayser to Parkway Village and downtown. Police are still investigating and asking anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers, as neighbors describe hearing gunfire and trying to help the downtown victim before officers arrived.
2. Where is the National Guard? Questions arise as Memphis presence dwindles (actionnews5.com) — Memphis residents are questioning why National Guard patrols have become scarce downtown, even after state officials said they resumed following an 'administrative day' pause. With recent shootings, unanswered questions about hotel contracts, and no clear timeline from city leaders, locals are left wondering how long the Guard will remain part of the city's safety strategy.
3. Memphis reconsidering idea to connect Paul R. Lowry Road to major arteries (actionnews5.com) — Memphis officials are pausing a long-discussed extension of Paul R. Lowry Road that would add another access route to the Frank C. Pidgeon Industrial Park in Southwest Memphis. After Boxtown residents raised concerns about truck traffic, dust, and neighborhood disruption tied to the data center, the city will reexamine whether the project should move forward at all.
4. What are the best Memphis BBQ restaurants? 16 spots to try (commercialappeal.com) — If you're craving barbecue in Memphis, this roundup highlights 16 standout spots across the city and nearby suburbs, from longtime legends to newer favorites. You'll find specific locations, signature dishes, and plenty of photos to help you decide where to grab your next pulled pork sandwich or rib plate close to home.
5. New Filing Details Continued Intimidation Campaign Against Memphis Resident for Recording Memphis Safe Task Force Activity (aclu.org) — Civil liberties groups say a Memphis resident has faced repeated intimidation and arrest threats from the Memphis Safe Task Force for filming immigration and law-enforcement activity, and they're now asking a federal judge in Memphis for a preliminary injunction. The filing describes several recent encounters near his home and argues the Task Force is misusing Tennessee's Halo Law to chill Memphians' right to record officers.
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