New sentencing dates set for former cops charged in Tyré Nichols death
Judge Sheryl Lipman also discussed The Daily Memphian’s motion to unseal court records that have remained hidden since the judge who had presided over the case recused himself.
Hulk Hogan learned the ropes of wrasslin‘ in Memphis
The platinum-blonde professional wrestler born Terry Bollea died July 24, but Memphis was where he became Hulk.
Redbirds Recap: Outfielder posts eighth multi-home-run game by Memphis player in 2025
Right fielder Matt Koperniak homers twice; starting pitcher Curtis Taylor goes scoreless through seven in win.
A federal judge recuses himself after a high-profile criminal trial. The Daily Memphian heads to court to learn why.
The Daily Memphian recently put itself squarely into the case of the United States of America vs. Emmitt Martin III et al — but that wasn’t the local news site’s original intent.
A Feagins return to MSCS leader would be ‘short-lived,’ attorneys argue
“It would be contrary to and would not serve the public’s interest, in anyway, to legally mandate” that Memphis-Shelby County Schools restore Marie Feagins as superintendent, the school board’s attorney argued in court documents.
ESPN’s Finebaum says Big 12’s rejection of Memphis is ‘an absolute disgrace’
ESPN’s Paul Finebaum slams Big 12 Brett Yormark after the league’s decision to reject Memphis’ membership pitch without even taking a vote from its presidents and chancellors.
GloRilla’s hometown show still on despite arrest
GloRilla was arrested in Atlanta days before her Glo Bash in Memphis, but the show is still on for Friday night.
U of M sets fundraising record, officials say
More than half the money raised will go toward other university operations.
As airport works to ease parking issues, it finds new management company
The Atlanta-based company will oversee security, customer assistance and more.
Party in an Uptown alley, art-crawl in the Edge and dance at a coffee shop
This week, GloRilla’s show goes on despite her arrest, the Last Vegan on Earth is in Crosstown and the “Most Epic Lemonade Stand in Memphis History” is in Collierville.
Memphis Movies This Week: ‘Fantastic Four’ arrives, ‘Eddington’ remains
This latest Marvel Comics movie finally opens this weekend and marks the third attempt in the past 20 years to launch Marvel’s foundational comic-book hero team on the big screen.
$15 Deal: Pearl’s banh mi is a cool summer staple
Need a unique way to stave off the heat? How about something filling, smothered in sauce and surprisingly refreshing, with a fluffy twist?
Prep football 2025: After narrow semifinal loss, Fairley reloads behind its quarterback
Andrew Johnson heads into his senior year with 32 career victories. Now, the goal is to get one on the final weekend of the season.
What will a new student cellphone ban look like in Memphis schools?
Memphis school board members will vote next week on a revised student cellphone policy to align with new state standards.
Opinion: ‘When federal support vanishes, the community needs to step in’
“This isn’t about panic, blame or partisan finger-pointing. It’s about a community resource we’ve all invested in — through our time, our talent, our listening — and what it will take to keep it vibrant.”
Word Flower: July 24
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What Daily Memphians think*
“Return Feagins. Then please let’s remove (if possible) or vote out the members of the MSCS board who are corrupt, unqualified, and self-serving. …” — Keith Goldberg about A Feagins return to MSCS leader would be ‘short-lived,’ attorneys argue
“One of my favorite teachers. She will be sorely missed. It should be added that her career also benefited the large number of Memphians with sickle cell anemia.” — James Johnson about Dr. Marion Dugdale championed hemophilia patients in clinics and classrooms
“It’s stories like this that I think about when I hear people complain about paying for a subscription to the Daily Memphian. No one else is going to investigate. …” — Linda Mathis about A federal judge recuses himself after a high-profile criminal trial. The Daily Memphian heads to court to learn why.
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Sudoku: July 24
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Word Search: Mynders Hall
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Metro
Feagins made her case to be MSCS’ leader again. Here’s what she said.
Marie Feagins’ attorney argued the public termination meetings were just a “rubber stamp.” The school board’s attorney argued Feagins lacked evidence of direct knowledge of violations and instead relied on secondhand information.
Premium Music Ozzy Osbourne dies at 76, but his wild Memphis night will live on forever
Premium City of Memphis Deal to keep Grizzlies in Memphis won’t be done this summer, mayor says
Public Safety Ole Miss student’s killing a ‘priority one case for us’
Real Estate City Council approves Old Daisy lease, gets look at Oak Court Mall plans
Business
113-year-old building at U of M slated for $25 million renovation
One of the first three buildings erected at the University of Memphis will soon get a structural refresh and new amenities.
Premium Real Estate Inked: Man Cave comes to East Memphis — with a speakeasy in the back
Update Business XAI’s second data center to come online within weeks
Premium Real Estate Baby Jack’s closes in Bartlett, building for sale
Real Estate City Council approves Old Daisy lease, gets look at Oak Court Mall plans
Sports
Showboats stuck at port, per league
Earlier reports had the Showboats, Houston Roughnecks, Birmingham Stallions and Michigan Panthers relocating to new markets.
Premium Sports Buckley: Another Memphis minor-league football franchise in the wind? Don’t be shocked.
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies bring back familiar face as assistant coach, per sources
Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball Martin: It’s time to call the Big East
Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball Memphis natives Fred Smith Jr., Cello Jackson set to visit Tigers, per report
Food
New East Memphis restaurant to open on Poplar Avenue
Fuego Vivo is expected to open by the end of the year in the space formerly occupied by Carrabba’s Italian Grill at 5110 Poplar Avenue.
Business Dirty soda place putting ‘pop’ in Poplar
Premium Food What to Order: Seafood Carbonara at Char
Suburbs
Why this Tigers pitcher put his Major League Baseball dream on hold
James Smith IV was selected by the New York Mets in the 14th round of the MLB Draft. The former Northpoint Christian standout chose to remain with the Tigers for another year.
Real Estate Bartlett project with mystery grocery store secures permit approval
Premium North Mississippi Jimmy Stokes is Horn Lake’s first Black mayor but he got his start at Kroger
Arts & Culture
Recent Memphis college grad releases debut album
“A lot of people (criticize) Memphis, including Memphians,” singer Zoë Dominguez said. “But because of that, people really want to try and make it better. That’s what I’m all about.”
The To-Do List Asian Night Market is back, and Wilco’s Pat Sansone pops up
Premium Visual Arts Arts Beat: What is a docent and why does the Brooks Museum need more of them?
Opinion
Calkins: If the Big 12 couldn’t see what’s changed at Memphis, they weren’t looking very hard
“Memphis once again put together a lucrative offer that has been rejected by Big 12. Is that for embarrassment? Or cause for hope?” Memphis makes $200 million proposal to join Big 12, per reportRelated content:
Premium Dan Conaway Conaway: It’s not this side, it’s what’s over the garden wall
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: How Memphis’ elevation and soil protect it from flash floods
On today’s episode: Why geography, soil and water systems mean a tragedy like what happened in Texas is unlikely to happen in Memphis, even though flooding is an issue.
Grizzlies Podcast Grizzlies podcast: Memphis’ summer search
Games
Sudoku: July 23
Are you ready for it? Here are today’s sudokus.
Games Jigsaw: Hats’ off
Neighborhoods
Two years into the 100 N. Main project, developers press pause
“It’s like I’m blinded by all the moving parts that are going on behind the scenes that get us to the next starting point,” said one of the developers as the team plans next steps.