Memphis News Today: Stories That Matter to Our City

Memphis is seeing historic progress when it comes to public safety. According to new data released by the Memphis Police Department (MPD), overall crime across the city has dropped to its lowest level in 25 years. From January through August 2025, MPD reported 28,660 overall crime incidents — a 23% decrease from the same period…

Memphis travelers now have a new way to reach the Big Apple. Delta Airlines has officially launched a daily nonstop flight between Memphis International Airport (MEM) and New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). This new route not only makes it easier for Memphians to tap into the business, cultural, and international opportunities New…

Google has officially confirmed plans to bring a massive new data center campus to the Memphis area—an investment that could reshape the region’s economic landscape. The Fortune 100 company, through its related entity Groot LLC, will move forward with what’s been dubbed “Project Pyramid” on a 580-acre site in West Memphis, Arkansas. Earlier this year,…

The University of Memphis is proving once again that its influence extends far beyond the classroom. A new economic impact report from Applied Analysis shows that UofM is not only shaping the city’s future leaders but also fueling the Mid-South economy to the tune of nearly $1 billion annually. From day-to-day operations and nationally recognized…

Downtown Memphis came alive this past weekend as more than 10,000 people gathered to celebrate everything that makes our city special on 901 Day. The day was filled with music, food, family fun, and Memphis pride, with Mayor Paul Young noting the positive energy that carried throughout the event. “Disregarding all the negativity you hear…

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The Tennessee Department of Tourist Development reported a record $31.7 billion in visitor spending for 2024, with nearly $4.3 billion of that occurring in the Memphis metro area. The newly released data highlights that Shelby County alone accounted for $4.2 billion of the spending, making it the second-highest county in Tennessee for…

Memphis powerhouse event planner Cynthia Daniels has found a new stage for community connection — inside Ikea. A longtime fan of the Swedish retailer, Daniels was inspired after spotting a Memphis music–themed display in the store. The idea sparked conversations with Ikea’s leadership, and soon after, Cynthia Daniels & Co. Series @ Ikea was born.…

The Memphis Zoo’s beloved black bear, River, has captured hearts online after a recent video showed him turning a simple wheelbarrow into the ultimate lounging spot. In the clip, posted by the Memphis Zoo on August 5, the 20-year-old bear flips over a bright yellow wheelbarrow left in his habitat as enrichment. After a few…