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.

Tennessee-Texas Connection Extends To Emergency In Memphis

The city, which has a low tax base and underpaid workers, is suffering similarly to the Lone Star State due to winter storm.

Governor Budgets $15M For Memphis Mega-Site

Sen. Paul Rose, a Covington Republican, is pushing for more emphasis on the site in an effort to draw economic development in the region.

Nashville Officials To Push Vaccine Waiting List In Immigrant Communities

Less than 1,000 out of 80,000 vaccines are being given to Latinos in the metro area.

Memphis ranked no. 39 in the nation for fiscal health.

Memphis needed $810 million to get out of the red

Shelby County Officials Vaccine Plan To Address Racial Disparities

This is a particular concern in Memphis, a majority minority city.

Memphis’s Community Legal Center Names Jerri Green Interim Executive Director

Green joined the CLC in 2016 and currently serves as director of community engagement.

Tennessee Environmental Groups, Cooper, Release Climate Change Report

“It was reckless and irresponsible to leave the Agreement and we will be spending decades trying to reverse the impact on our climate,”.

Nashville Extends COVID-19 Outreach To New Americans

Amid concerns that COVID-19 outreach would be halted to immigrant communities, Metro officials say services will be extended into 2021.

Nashville Neighborhood Groups Score Win With Appeals Court Ruling

The lawsuit was brought by a Whites Creek couple seeking to block a proposed residential subdivision off Brick Church Pike.

Top Communications Aide Lentile Leaves Nashville Mayor’s Office

Lentile said she plans to return to running her business development and digital marketing firm the Lentile Group.

Data Shows Pandemic Anxiety And Depression Impacts Children As Well As Parents

The U.S. Census Bureau has been collecting information on households with children since the start of the pandemic.

Symphony Agrees To Provide Furloughed Musicians With Stipend

The NSO Board of Directors and a majority of the staff while suspending all concert activity until July 31, 2021.

19 Guardsmen Deployed To Tennessee Hospitals Under Gov. Bill Lee’s New Emergency Order

Guardsmen with the appropriate skills can perform COVID-19 testing, provide nursing and other hospital services and operate ambulances.