Gun crime continues to dog Memphis. Leaders look for answers.
Members of law enforcement listen during a town hall on gun crime Saturday, Sept. 19, 2026 at First Baptist Church Broad. (Greg Campbell/Special to The Daily Memphian)
Despite recent progress, the latest FBI Uniform Crime Report indicates Memphis remains the No. 1 major city in America for its violent crime rate, town hall attendees learn.
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gun violence Shelby County Sheriff Anthony Buckner U.S. Attorney for the Western District Memphis Shelby Crime Commission Bill GibbonsJody Callahan
Jody Callahan graduated with degrees in journalism and economics from what is now known as the University of Memphis. He has covered news in Memphis for more than 25 years.
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