The National Weather Service in Memphis said in a post on X, formerly known as Twitter, that a late summer heat wave began on Sept. 10 and will continue into at least next week. While the daytime temperatures are expected to be high, the mornings will be cooler to provide some relief from the heat.

President Donald Trump plans to send the National Guard to Memphis to address crime, with support from Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee and mixed reactions from local leaders.

Memphis' overall crime rate decreased by 10% in 2024, driven by significant drops in car thefts, vandalism, and burglaries. Despite the overall decrease, major violent crime rose slightly by 0.5%, with murders decreasing by 28% while other violent crimes ...