Calkins: Lionel Hollins has never left Memphis — or stopped working to make it a better place.
Lionel Hollins is the new board chair of Heal the Hood. Why has he stayed in Memphis for 23 years? Because our purpose is lift others up.
Lionel Hollins is the new board chair of Heal the Hood. Why has he stayed in Memphis for 23 years? Because our purpose is lift others up.
State Rep. Gabby Salinas recently visited a local high schooler who was arrested by the Memphis Safe Task Force and is now being held at the ICE detention center in Mason, Tennessee.
Salinas reports back from an ICE detention center, xAI gets approval in Mississippi and stingrays return to Memphis Zoo.
The Liars’ Lunch club tried without success to get the Houston’s chicken tenders back on the menu. Now, there’s a plan to bring back tempura chicken tenders at a different restaurant on the same site.
Sometimes it takes a family to find just where you belong.
Republican supermajority passes Nashville Democrat’s bill banning individuals and corporations from owning more than 100 single-family homes in most Tennessee counties.
While some favorites remain, about two-thirds of Babalu’s menu has been updated or replaced with new dishes.
Two buildings on Vance get a new owner and a new purpose; Memphis Zoo getting a new stingray home.
Announced changes to business and records-keeping processes at Memphis-Shelby County Schools offer clues about what recommendations forensic auditors may soon publicize.
The Downtown Memphis Commission’s COO said the DMC is excited about upcoming projects but noted development in the neighborhood is challenging.
The Grizzlies surrendered a double-digit lead and appeared to be frustrated by Philadelphia’s constant trips to the free-throw line. Related content:
While sponsors argue the bills enhance public safety, community leaders say limiting how often community funds can bail people out would be detrimental.
The vote followed widespread community outcry about the turbines’ impact on the quality of life for neighbors and residents.
Collierville’s Board of Mayor and Aldermen delayed a vote that was destined to approve a Chick-fil-A after a Chancery Court ruling against the town’s previous rejection.
The Grizzlies’ first star may still be the franchise’s most under-appreciated one.
A senior Saint and a sophomore Panther win Mr. Basketball in their respective classes.
The Iranian drama “It Was Just an Accident” is the best 2025 film to skip Memphis screens entirely, Chris Herrington said.
The Tigers begin American Conference tournament play against the No. 9-seeded Green Wave.
Panthers are aiming to reach the Class 4A championship game for the fourth straight year. Collierville, meanwhile, is at state for the first time since 1989 — and second time ever.
Collierville officials have approved an extension of their contract with the company that provides its fireworks display for the Independence Day celebration.
With six nonconference matchups now set, Memphis is still left with seven spots to fill in its 13-game 2026-27 non-American Conference schedule.
“CBS should feature a special episode on Survivor starring the Grizzlies. Who’s next? Stay tuned….” — Aaron Shafer about Memphis Grizzlies, missing 10 players, lose to Brooklyn Nets
“Great for Memphis. Great for the Region! Excited to see this come to life.” — Lionel Davis about Regional One Health gets green light for new Memphis hospital
“If Mississippi has done something ‘too fast’ it’d be the first time in their history.” — Bob Lee about Mississippi moving too fast on xAI permit decision, NAACP says
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Memphis failed to land a player on the American’s all-conference first, second or third teams — or on the 10-player All-Newcomer Team.
The 1st includes DeSoto County. Southaven, Hernando, Horn Lake, Olive Branch, Oxford, and Tupelo are all in the district.
Tennessee would spend around $303 million next school year to fund private school tuition costs for 40,000 students if Gov. Bill Lee’s proposal is successful.
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Today’s puzzle is the University of Memphis Tigers basketball team and was taken by Wes Hale.
A bill sponsored by two local lawmakers would add situations where an adult coerced a minor into committing a crime to the list of reasons a sentence might be enhanced.
Officials say the hospital should generate millions in economic growth by 2027 and also add thousands of construction and secondary jobs.
The women’s team has not reached the NCAA Tournament since the 1997-98 season under coach Joye Lee-McNelis.
For each coffee shop closure, a new opening is on the horizon — or, sometimes, in the same spot.
A TIF for the Germantown redevelopment, which would replace Carrefour at Kirby Parkway and Poplar Avenue, failed by a 3-2 vote.
The historic Memphis venue will honor its musical legacy with free concerts, local artists, a performance by Booker T. Jones and — of course — birthday cake.
“Consumers have been scammed out of tens of millions of dollars in recent get-rich-quick schemes.”
Before this weekend, Ja Morant, the Memphis Grizzlies star point guard, hadn’t spoken to the media since January.