Memphis news

Here are some recent news stories from Memphis, Tennessee:

Local News

• A new $100 million development project is underway in downtown Memphis, which will include a hotel, apartments, and retail space. (Source: Commercial Appeal)
• The Memphis Police Department is investigating a shooting that occurred in the 2400 block of South Parkway, leaving one person injured. (Source: WREG)
• The Memphis Zoo is celebrating the birth of a new giraffe calf, which was born on February 22. (Source: Memphis Zoo)

Sports

• The Memphis Grizzlies have signed guard Ja Morant to a five-year, $193 million contract extension. (Source: ESPN)
• The University of Memphis men's basketball team has hired Penny Hardaway as its new head coach. (Source: Commercial Appeal)
• The Memphis Redbirds, the city's minor league baseball team, have announced their 2023 schedule. (Source: Memphis Redbirds)

Crime

• A Memphis man has been charged with murder in connection with the shooting death of a 17-year-old boy in the city's Frayser neighborhood. (Source: WMC)
• The Memphis Police Department is investigating a string of carjackings that have occurred in the city over the past week. (Source: FOX13)
• A Memphis woman has been arrested and charged with embezzlement after allegedly stealing thousands of dollars from her employer. (Source: WREG)

Community

• The City of Memphis has launched a new program aimed at reducing homelessness among veterans. (Source: City of Memphis)
• The Memphis Public Library has announced a new initiative to provide free books to children in the city. (Source: Memphis Public Library)
• The Memphis Farmers Market has opened for the season, offering fresh produce and other local goods to city residents. (Source: Memphis Farmers Market)

Weather

• A winter storm warning has been issued for the Memphis area, with forecasters predicting up to 6 inches of snow and freezing temperatures. (Source: National Weather Service)
• The Memphis area is under a flood watch as heavy rainfall is expected to move into the region. (Source: National Weather Service)
• The Memphis Zoo is closed due to inclement weather, with officials expecting to reopen once the weather improves. (Source: Memphis Zoo)