Memphis Mayor Paul Young is the first guest on the Geoff Calkins Podcast. Why? “It is intentional for me,” he said. “I want people to understand I’m not ducking, dodging any question or any issue.”
Fifty-one years after the murder of the legendary Stax drummer Al Jackson Jr., new information has surfaced about a killing that remains intertwined with the history of the famed record company, its musicians, and a distant era in Memphis.
The data-center debate continues in Shelby County and North Mississippi, and we take a deep dive into a Memphis music murder mystery.
Twelve years ago, Memphis pitmaster Pat Neely co-hosted the last episode of Food Network’s popular show “Down Home with the Neelys” with his then-wife, Gina. Now, he’s back with a new show.
“The Pitt” actor Noah Wyle to speak at the Scheidt Family Performing Arts Center in March to celebrate a century of Memphis Jewish Home & Rehab.
Huff is flying high, his Memphis Tigers 5-1 heading into an American Conference tussle with Tulane in New Orleans.
Collierville’s new e-bike rules focus on education for users, but there are some new restrictions in town.
“If I sold land to a data center, I would not be here. I would be laying on a beach somewhere. You’re lying through your teeth,” Alderman Keith White said, calling a data center build in Walls, Mississippi, a “long shot.”
Memphis coach Penny Hardaway said this year’s roster has the same buy-in his other NCAA Tournament teams had.
The Shelby County Board of Commissioners’ action mirrors the direction the Memphis City Council is going on data centers.
A law enforcement career that began as a teenage volunteer has led to a top leadership position in the Shelby County Sheriff’s Office.
Beat writer Frank Bonner II and columnist John Martin discuss Memphis’ 38-13 win over UAB as the Tigers roll through another American Conference opponent.
“Across eight summer league games and three preseason games, fans who tune in for these ramp-up competitions have seen Cam Boozer’s wide, precocious skill set. And they’ve also gotten a glimpse of his steadiness.”
A man was charged with first-degree murder for the 2024 killing of Blake Rhea, a bass player in the band Southern Avenue.
Five people were killed and three others were left in critical condition after a crash involving Memphis police officers overnight Saturday.
A current Sun Belt Conference member plans to join the American, the league to which the Tigers belong.
“I’m always for great programs like James Madison coming into our league,” Memphis coach Penny Hardaway said. Related content:
Local haunts are hosting DJ nights, costume contests and even a hearse giveaway for adults. And there’s plenty of chances for the kiddos to stock up on candy all month long.
Standouts from Bartlett, Houston, Lausanne, Southwind and St. Benedict are up for consideration this week. Voting ends at 5 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 15.
“Are you kidding me? Not even trying to get pandas?” — Brent Bousson about Ask the Memphian: Will the Memphis Zoo ever have pandas again?
“They do have really great food there and a wonderful bartender.” — Judith Johnson about What to Order: Bao Toan’s papaya salad and sea bass
“This news would be better than any draft pick, trade news, coaching hire, etc! Go Grizz!” — Julie Bardos about An obscure board and the clearest evidence yet the Grizzlies plan to stay
* Select comments upvoted by Daily Memphian readers.
Briarcrest, Central, Covington, Fairley, MASE, Munford, Southwind and Whitehaven ranked in this week’s Tennessee Sports Writers Association high school football rankings.
“Pike deserves to be held accountable for murder. Nothing about mercy diminishes her victim’s life or her loved ones’ loss. But it is hard to believe Tennesseans would be safer if the state once again tries to kill Pike.”
“One in five people have some level of dyslexia. The challenge is that society must be aware of how prevalent dyslexia is in our world and actively support the dyslexic community.”
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This jigsaw puzzle features a photo of Norris Ann Griffin showing the historic photos used to restore the old dining tables at Brunswick Rail Yard.
New public documents indicate that local government and the Memphis Grizzlies could come to a new lease at FedExForum in the “near future.”
Molly Quinn, CEO of OUTMemphis, said the new center will be a “bedrock of the diversity” of the LGBTQ+ community in Memphis and the Mid-South.
At the halftime point of the 2026 season, good isn’t good enough for Memphis Tigers coach Charles Huff.
The ingredients are simple, but it is evident that Bao Toan uses only the best at its Crosstown Concourse restaurant.
After a search to replace Chief Chris Stokes, Millington has chosen a former deputy chief with the Memphis Police Department.
Tony Isbell stars in and directs Will Eno’s 75-minute monologue at TheatreWorks at the Evergreen, and Germantown Community Theatre sets Louisa May Alcott’s story inside Jo March’s attic.
“What knowledge is obsolete, what knowledge is rock solid, and who — pray tell — is qualified to make such distinctions?”
Heidi Kuhn, 8th Congressional District Democratic nominee, discusses her challenge of Republican incumbent David Kustoff on ‘Behind The Headlines.’
Today’s puzzle features students from the Hanley School in Orange Mound cheering at the Memphis Grizzlies' open practice at FedExForum. Greg Campbell took the photo.