Memphis Headlines: High Point Terrace Shooting, Transit Update, Council Meeting
Memphis, TN – March 25, 2026 – Four people were shot in High Point Terrace as MATA’s free fare pilot nears its end and City Council meets this week.
Four Injured in High Point Terrace Shooting
Memphis, TN – March 25, 2026 – Memphis police are investigating a shooting that left four people injured Tuesday, March 24, at a duplex in the High Point Terrace neighborhood. Authorities said three teenagers and one adult man were shot during the incident. As of Wednesday morning, no fatalities have been reported.
Investigators have not released information about a possible suspect or what may have led to the gunfire. The case remains active as officers work to piece together what happened.
The shooting comes as Memphis moves deeper into spring, a time when warmer weather typically brings more people outside and into neighborhood spaces. Community members in High Point Terrace are watching closely for updates as police continue their work.
MATA Zero-Fare Pilot Nears Deadline
The Memphis Area Transit Authority’s zero-fare pilot program is set to expire March 31. The initiative, which launched in November 2025, temporarily eliminated bus fares across the entire system.
The pilot was designed to test the impact of fare-free transit on ridership and accessibility. With the end date approaching, transit leaders have indicated they plan to review the program’s overall performance before deciding whether to extend it again.
For now, riders can continue using MATA services without paying a fare through the end of the month. Officials are expected to share updates soon about what comes next.
City Council Holds March Meeting
The Memphis City Council met March 24 at City Hall as part of its regular 2026 meeting schedule. Council sessions are held on select Tuesdays each month throughout the year.
This month’s agenda included budget-related discussions and routine city business. Early planning for the next fiscal cycle is underway, with council members reviewing financial priorities and departmental needs.
As spring progresses, residents can expect continued conversations around spending, services, and long-term planning during upcoming council meetings.
