City Of Memphis: Public Meeting Notice: EDGE/IDB PILOT Performance Review & Compliance Committee

Notice is hereby given to all residents of the City of Memphis and County of Shelby, Tennessee, and to all persons interested that an op ...

Governor Knocks Shelby Health Board For School Mask Mandate

He said the decision should be up to parents, if not school boards.

City Of Memphis: PUBLIC NOTICE : MEETING OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

Minority Business Development Oversight Commission (MBDOC)

Memphis-Area Unemployment Rate Increased In June: Feds

But national figures point to a rebound when local data for July becomes available next month.

City Of Memphis: Treasury Phone Lines Experiencing Outages

Treasury phone lines are currently experiencing intermittent outages.

Shelby County Funds Programs To Tackle Low Vaccination Rates

As of Wednesday, only 36% of the Black community and 6% of the Hispanic population in the county had been vaccinated.

Memphis City Council Takes Step To Protect Sand Aquifer

Environmental activists spent nearly a year fighting to protect the aquifer against a crude-oil pipeline.

Coronavirus Transmission 'High' In Shelby County: CDC

The CDC recommends indoor public mask use for vaccinated and unvaccinated Memphis residents.

'A Time Bomb Ticking': See Rental Arrears In Shelby County

Many in the Memphis area behind on rent. A national eviction moratorium is set to expire Saturday.

Shelby County Commission Shoots Down Ballot-Marking Machines

Election commission threatens suit.

City Of Memphis: Stormwater Project Meeting To Be Held Thursday

This Thursday, July 22, Allworld Project Management and the City of Memphis will host a meeting regarding the proposed Stormwater Projec ...

City Of Memphis: MAYOR STRICKLAND ADDRESSES PUBLIC SAFETY

In my five and half years as Mayor, working to solve the problem of violent crime has been the hardest and most challenging obstacle I'v ...

City Of Memphis: CITY OF MEMPHIS ACHIEVES GOLD WHAT WORKS CITIES CERTIFICATION

Memphis Recognized as One of the Best American Cities at Using Data and Evidence to Improve Residents' Lives

Memphis Area Unemployment Decreases: Feds

The unemployment rate in Shelby County is higher than the Tennessee average.

Lookout In Brief: Byhalia Pipeline Halted

However, the Memphis City Council is still pushing protective legislation.

Education Funding Lawsuit Could Head To New 3-Judge Panel

The dispute over Tennessee's basic education formula dates back to 2015.

City Of Memphis: Accelerate Memphis Website Launches

Through Accelerate Memphis, the City of Memphis will issue $200 million in bonds to facilitate catalytic community projects intended to ...

Shelby County Likely To Miss Biden's Coronavirus Vaccine Goal

Here is how the Memphis area is doing with coronavirus vaccinations.

Move To Create Shelby County Blue Ribbon Advisory Panel Stalls

The independent panel would overlook appointees to the county's ethics commission.

City Of Memphis: Hospitality Hub Breaks Ground On New Home

The Hospitality Hub breaks ground on its new Washington Avenue home Monday, June 21.

Memphis City Council Votes To Set $2.71 Tax Rate

Councilmember Martavius Jones, who wanted to increase the tax rate to address long-standing problems in the city, was the only "no" vote.

City Of Memphis: Memphis Office Of Youth Services Accepts Cummins Grant For Summer Jobs

In support of the City of Memphis' summer youth jobs program, the Memphis Office of Youth Services (MOYS) welcomes the generous grant of ...

City Of Memphis: Sandra Morgan To Receive New Car As Winner Of The “Shot For Shot Sweepstakes”

See the latest announcement from the City of Memphis.

Gov. Lee Announces Next Steps for Memphis Regional Megasite

The administration will present plans to the State Building Commission to move forward with building a wastewater discharge pipeline.

Unemployment Worsens In Memphis Area: Feds

Shelby County's unemployment rate is higher than the Tennessee average.

Memphis Council Delays Vote To Preserve Aquifer

The vote could negatively affect the controversial Byhalia Pipeline.

McCall: The Real ‘Welfare Queens’ Are TN's GOP Legislators

Tennessee Lookout editor says they are calling residents on unemployment lazy but have accepted federal funds for their businesses.

Memphis' Hernando DeSoto Bridge Reopening Unclear

Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee criticizes federal funding plans for repairs to the bridge.

The Digital Divide: How Memphis Area Compares In Internet Usage

U.S. shows great variance in access and use of high-speed internet.

Mumpower Guides Shelby County On American Rescue Plan Spending

The state treasury will be auditing funds, but he reassured the council that his staff is encouraging spending every cent.

Memphis City Council Delays Anti-Byhalia Pipeline Vote

While the vote has been delayed until the ordinance can be tightened up, the council intends to check on its progress on May 18.

Shelby County Commission Quashes Biennial Property Appraisal

The county assessor recommended the plan to aid the city of Memphis budget and have properties reflect market value.

Memphis Commissioner Questions Jail “Virtual Visit” Charges

Tami Sawyer says inmates' loved ones are being used for profit.

Shelby County Adds Mental Health Training For Firefighters

First responders are currently limited in their ability to respond to calls and can only transport individuals to the ER for care.

Memphis Minister Joins Call To End Filibuster

Rev. J. Lawrence Turner and other Christian leaders across the country voicing their support for the voting rights bill.

The Byhalia Pipeline: What You Need To Know

A 49-mile route cuts through historically Black Memphis communities and poses environmental risks.

Federal Tax Refunds In Shelby County: How Do Yours Compare?

IRS figures allow you to compare what you’re paying in taxes with that of your Shelby County neighbors.

Shelby County Commission Shoots Down Byhalia Land Sale

The vote failed 9-2, with only District 1 Commissioner Amber Mills and District 2 Commissioner David Bradford voting in support.

Effort To Oust Chancellor Over Absentee Vote Ruling Blasted

Democratic caucus leader Dixie terms move 'blackmail.'

Memphis Lawmakers: Bolster Water Lines To Avoid Crisis

The City Council and MLGW have been at odds for years over the need for maintenance, which apparently led to the winter storm breakdowns.