Here’s a look at the still-moving political developments in the federal intervention into Memphis’ crime problem.

Lowery was elected to the Memphis City Council in 1991 and was elected City Court Clerk in 2020. 

In detailing specifics of the Memphis Safe Task Force, Gov. Bill Lee didn’t dwell on the city’s crime rate. Instead, flanked by Mayor Paul Young and Police Chief C.J. Davis, he pledged that the crime reduction that could come would be lengthy and sustainable. 

The rain this week boosted the Mississippi River’s level at Memphis. But that is likely to change and return to the drought level driven by a dry August in the Ohio River Valley.

Gov. Bill Lee outlined plans for Trump’s Memphis Safe Task Force on Friday, saying that the first personnel could be in the Bluff City on Monday, Sept. 29.

The Memphis Police Department has created a permanent traffic enforcement shift as part of an effort that is targeting four of the city’s main traffic arteries.

The Memphis City Council is asking MATA to figure out the details of a month-long trial run at no fares and reports on the impact it has on ridership.

The resolution the City Council passed authorizes MLGW to buy a Cordova property for up to $31.4 million. 

The resolution opposing the guard deployment as part of a larger anti-crime initiative by the Trump administration was defeated on a tie vote.

The observation deck and boardwalk are due to open next year. It will offer an unobstructed view of the Mississippi River.

The Memphis City Council votes on urging Gov. Bill Lee to stop the deployment of the National Guard to the city. The resolution also authorizes the council’s attorney to take legal action to stop the troops if necessary.

Two species of geckos can now be found in Memphis, part of an “invasion” from Florida. But not to worry: they aren’t causing any trouble.

Also happening this week: Memphis Music Hall of Fame inducts six new members, and Collierville could reach its liquor store limit. 

The Downtown Memphis Commission hosted Parking Day for the first time since 2017 on Friday, with three themed mini parks. 

Opponents of an “occupation” by National Guard troops in the city and Republicans backing the arrival of the Guard both rallied to their cause Thursday in the city.

See The Daily Memphian’s full coverage of the Memphis Safe Task Force

Memphis Mayor Paul Young said the National Guard will not be doing any detainment. 

Les Smith worked at four Memphis television stations. ‘He is truly one of the city’s great journalists.’ Memorial service plans have been made.

U.S. Rep. Steve Cohen, D-Tenn., asked FBI Director Kash Patel about the Memphis Safe Task Force, which President Donald Trump established Monday.

See The Daily Memphian’s full coverage of the Memphis Safe Task Force 

County Commissioners got their first look at two resolutions offering different responses to the coming deployment of National Guard troops to the city. 

Four designs will be displayed on the Main Street Mall and will highlight and celebrate the city’s identity.

MLGW previously considered moving the utility’s headquarters to the same building, but backed off on that plan. 

The City Council could vote on the resolution, so far backed by a group of council members, at its meeting next week. It is not binding on Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee.

Many residents in the Midtown and Downtown area were left with no power when an MLGW substation caught fire.

Gov. Bill Lee described the Memphis Safe Task Force as a “long-time” mission that could last six months or longer.

The EDGE resolution includes “solar as an eligible use of property.”