Incoming County Commissioner accused of misusing taxpayer dollars
Incoming Shelby County Commissioner Lashanta Rudd is accused of buying a Nissan Sentra and incurring at least $5,000 in improper expenses using City of Memphis taxpayer dollars.
Hill: Cam Boozer is a star — and a cause for ‘ultimate optimism’
Former Duke star Cameron Boozer has won at every level and the third pick in the 2026 NBA Draft is heading to Memphis to help the Grizzlies franchise get back on course.
Memphis Zoo one of 40 across the country hit with bomb threats
Hoaxers are calling zoos and aquariums nationwide, claiming to have planted bombs, likely just for “fun,” officials said.
TCAP scores 2026: See how MSCS students did on Tennessee tests
Third graders in the Memphis district shined in one subject area, while math scores stagnated for elementary and middle school students.
Suburban reading scores surpass state average in TCAP data
Suburban school districts have strong reading scores, according to Tennessee testing data.
MSCS takeover board may hire attorney, director
State appointees to a board responsible for taking control of Memphis-Shelby County Schools also plan to make information requests of Superintendent Roderick Richmond.
Lindsey Whiteside trial delayed again
This marks the second time since last month the trial has been delayed.
Grizzlies Draft Day Notebook: First-round reactions to Boozer, Lopez and what comes next
As the 2026 NBA Draft’s second day gets underway, Chris Herrington has some more scattered Memphis Grizzlies draft observations.
Judge rules in favor of DeSoto County redistricting plan
“Redistricting is not easy, but our goal was always to adopt a lawful plan that fairly represented the people of this county,” Supervisor Lee Caldwell said.
Jim ’N Nick’s opens in Olive Branch, first Mississippi location
Barbecue joint Jim ’N Nick’s now has twice as many stores as Baskin-Robbins does ice cream flavors.
Calkins: The Grizzlies get Cam Boozer — and a night of authentic joy
Opinion: After a season of misery, the Memphis Grizzlies gave their fans a night to celebrate. It included Cam Boozer, Karim Lopez and honest-to-God hope.
Former Tigers wide receiver named AutoZone Liberty Bowl president
Wayne Dowdle, a native Memphian who graduated from White Station High and was a wide receiver for the Tigers in the 1970s, succeeds outgoing president Shone Bynum.
Table Talk: Umami Amora, a night to remember
Umami Amora was a seven-course dinner, each course created by a local Black chef who chose an emotion to inspire their dish.
Memphis budget passes during fractious day at City Hall
Memphis sanitation workers did not receive the 5% raise they wanted, raising the possibility that city trash might not get picked up.
Grizzlies GM Kleiman touts Boozer, Lopez, draft picks, but declines comment on Morant’s future
Highlights of what Grizzlies GM Zach Kleiman had to say Tuesday night after the first round of the NBA Draft. Grizzlies select Cameron Boozer with third pick of NBA DraftRelated content:
Man or Astro-man? and Death to headline Gonerfest 23
A surf rock band from Alabama and a pioneering punk rock band from Detroit are among the 30+ bands scheduled for the 23rd Gonerfest.
Lakeland eyes new fire station to improve emergency response
Developers are donating the land and paying for architectural and engineering plans for the fire station.
Lakeland keeps tax rate steady, raises mayor and commissioner salaries
Lakeland elected officials will see a pay bump for the first time since 2003.
MSCS set to renew contracts with PowerSchool, i-Ready
Memphis-Shelby County Schools board members seem poised to renew contracts with some education service providers facing pushback during a meeting on Tuesday, June 23.
MBI to investigate killing of Senatobia child
The Senatobia Police Department has turned over the investigation of the police shooting death of 1-year-old Kohen Wiley to the Mississippi Bureau of Investigation.
What Daily Memphians think*
“Excellent article on the admirable character of Cam, on and off the court.” — Paul Allen about Hill: Cam Boozer is a star — and a cause for ‘ultimate optimism’
“Boozer fits the ‘Grit and Grind’ mantra that Memphis once carried to our deepest run in the playoffs. Pair him with a healthy Zach Edey, and you can build the biggest, smartest, toughest frontline in the league! Go Grizz!” — Mike Todd about Calkins: The Grizzlies get Cam Boozer — and a night of authentic joy
“With the stockpiling of picks you feel a major trade brewing.” — Russell Daws about Grizzlies GM Kleiman touts Boozer, Lopez, draft picks, but declines comment on Morant’s future
* Select comments upvoted by Daily Memphian readers.
Redbirds Recap: Báez homers in Memphis game two loss at Jacksonville
Redbirds allow 13 runs in afternoon loss to Jumbo Shrimp.
Sudoku: June 24
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Daily WordRow: June 24
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Daily Jigsaw: 901 Games
Today’s puzzle is of dice on a shelf at 901 Games, taken by Noah McLane.
Metro
Memphis City Council approves $5M for AutoZone Park
The Memphis City Council approved $5 million for repairs and renovation work at AutoZone Park. It will take a broader look at multiple uses for the ballpark that is home to the Triple-A Memphis Redbirds.
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Elections ‘Wild, wild west:’ Write-in race for Hardaway house seat heats up
Premium Public Safety Campus crime drops sharply at U of M, led by 84% drop in auto thefts
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Business
Inked: Mini golf, mini go-karts and many properties sold in Flicker Street Arts District
Three properties in Midtown’s Flicker Street Arts District have changed hands, Urban Air has renewed their lease at the Trinity Commons shopping center and Monster Mini Golf is expanding its Mid-South footprint.
Premium Real Estate Historic Marine Residence gets new owner, fresh upgrades ahead
Premium Real Estate From greenfield to gravel: Truck yards hiding in plain sight in Memphis
Premium Health Care PTSD and alcoholism can ruin veterans’ lives. This UTHSC researcher’s solution could one day treat both.
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Sports
Grizzlies add Karim Lopez with No. 21 pick
In taking Lopez at No. 21, the Grizzlies added a young player who’s already been productive in a professional league, the Australia/New Zealand-based National Basketball League.
Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies select Cameron Boozer with third pick of NBA Draft
Golf PGA Tour approves two-tiered system in 2028 with expanded fields
Premium High School Sports ‘Cherry on top’: Arlington High opens $10M football facility
Premium Spirit of Memphis Against the current: How a Memphis grandmother is swimming her way to the Senior Olympics
Food
Food pop-ups keep popping up
And the result is creative menus, more customers and, sometimes, new restaurants.
Premium Real Estate Food Files: Harbor Town sports bar opens, TacoNGanas adding drive-thru location
Suburbs
Collierville Schools leader’s contract extended
“I know I have work to do,” Superintendent Russell Dyer said. “I know areas I need to get stronger in and areas I’m going to work on this upcoming school year.”
Premium Germantown Palazzolo announces he will not seek reelection as Germantown mayor
Arts & Culture
Collierville student wins at National High School Musical Theatre Awards in New York
The ceremony — hosted by Bowen Yang, formerly of “Saturday Night Live” — followed a 10-day intensive that included coaching sessions, training and rehearsals led by Broadway professionals. Participants come from 58 programs across the U.S.
Music Alabama concert rescheduled after weather cancellation
Opinion
Opinion: The best men know power is not a fist but an open heart
In the Bible, men do cry and have a range of personas.
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: In the swing of summer
This weekend feels like a solidly summer affair, with a screening of “Jaws” at the Orpheum Theatre, a car show at Graceland and Memphis Brewfest at Shelby Farms Park.