Good morning, Memphis.

Amazon is hiring 4,000 workers in Memphis for the holiday season with flexible schedules and an extra $1.50 per hour, promising potential full-time roles.

The company’s seasonal employees (qualifying for day-one healthcare benefits starting Jan. 1) have opportunities for career growth.

Hundreds lined up outside the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers union office in Midtown Tuesday evening to apply for jobs at Mid-South data centers.

The hiring effort aims to boost local employment opportunities.

The Memphis-Shelby County Schools takeover is on hold after Judge Jenkins blocked it Monday at Shelby County Chancery Court — Oversight board Chair Billy Orgel said he looks forward to future improvements for students once legal issues are resolved.

First graders at Evangelical Christian School in Germantown honored local first responders on Oct.

20 with a special breakfast that featured handmade thank-you notes, treats, and teddy bears to show their appreciation.

Memphis has seen 18 days without rain, leaving the region in severe drought, and meteorologists say a dip in the jet stream may bring showers from Oct.

28 through Nov. 3. Forecasts may change as the system develops so residents should stay tuned for updated weather details before Halloween.

After her breast cancer diagnosis at 32, Memphis native Brittany Balderrama left her CT imaging job to help others as a mammography technologist at Methodist Germantown Hospital.

She continues treatment with monthly injections — and urges young women to advocate for their health.

The 2026-27 NBA season kicked off on Tuesday, Oct.

20 with games such as Celtics vs. Pistons, and broadcasts will run on ESPN Wednesday and Prime Video Thursday. The schedule also features local action as the Grizzlies face the Rockets on Monday, Jan. 18.

The One City basketball championship will take place soon in Memphis and is designed to unite local communities and prevent violence — offering a positive event for youth and families.