Pearson accepts loss in congressional race while decrying ‘rigged maps’
“I accept the results of this election for Congress. But I will not concede to rigged maps, attacks on democracy in Tennessee or to billionaire control of our political system.”
“I accept the results of this election for Congress. But I will not concede to rigged maps, attacks on democracy in Tennessee or to billionaire control of our political system.”
Tennessee Gov.-elect Marsha Blackburn already has some priorities for her administration, including a state DOGE review of spending, and the state House speaker wants to cap local property tax rates.
Jerri Green lost the race for Tennessee governor by 2.5 percentage points, a narrow margin in a state dominated by Republicans for two decades.
The jury is still out on Mississippi’s U.S. Senate race, but DeSoto County voters did decide a number of local races.
In his second race of the election year, the aide to former Shelby County Mayor Lee Harris goes to Nashville in January when the legislative sessions begins.
The mayor-elect chose locally based professionals to address seven areas of city government. Their first meeting is Friday and their work will conclude before Jan. 1.
Want your pup’s picture in place of honor while supporting a good cause? Head to Dog & Bone for its Doggo Wall of Fame, with proceeds going toward Streetdog Foundation.
Campbell Clinic will soon open a facility in Bartlett dedicated solely to physical therapy, the latest in a continued expansion across the region for the orthopedic provider.
Formerly known as Loeb Properties Inc., the company owns and manages several properties in East Memphis, including Park Place Centre, an upscale retail center at Park and Ridgeway Road.
University High boys and girls, Collierville girls and Houston boys are all coming off runner-up finishes in 2025.
Healthcare officials and investors discussed the opportunities available in pediatric medical device innovation as the region and nation face a critical shortage.
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington discuss another strong week for the Grizzlies and highlight the impact of Isaiah Stewart and Ty Jerome.
A shopping center built in 1970 might be cleared. Plus, a national supplier has bought an Olive Branch warehouse as part of its growth plans.
Republican Brent Taylor flipped Tennessee’s new 9th Congressional District Tuesday, Nov. 3, delivering the party the win it sought through a swift redistricting effort that diluted the state’s lone Democratic stronghold by carving majority-Black Memphis into thirds.
Jesse Huseth won a rematch of the state House 97th District race on Tuesday.
Alderman Tony Salvaggio takes the mayor seat, requiring the board to appoint someone to his position at a later date.
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Brent Taylor defeated Democrat David Weatherspoon to hold onto his state Senate seat.
The Germantown incumbent defeated Democratic challenger and former Shelby County Criminal Court clerk Heidi Kuhn for Tennessee’s 8th Congressional District seat, which covers much of Memphis and its northeastern suburbs.
“This great Memphian deserves a park that speaks to his considerable contributions to his city. It’s good to see it happening.” — Thomas Jones about Jesse Turner Park gets more prominent entrance in South Memphis
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District 83 incumbent Mark White narrowly survived a Democrat’s challenge, and Republican Tom Leatherwood defeated an independent opponent to keep his District 99 seat.
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This jigsaw puzzle features a photo of pumpkins from Jones Orchard that was taken by Patrick Lantrip.
In response to recommendations from a state-ordered forensic audit, Memphis-Shelby County Schools officials say they are changing some of the ways they monitor contracts and document procurement processes.
An indoor golf concept that has opened already in Collierville, is adding a Lakeland location, part of an expansion plan in the Memphis area.
Penny Hardaway did absolutely everything in his power to ensure that this season would be radically different than last. In the Tigers’ first game of the 2026-27 season, they sent a resounding message: It will be.
The smashburger is what brought Harrison Downing, Cole Jeanes and Schuyler O’Brien together as business partners and helped establish them as familiar names on Memphis’ culinary scene.
Germantown Mayor Mike Palazzolo reflects on his time in office, days ahead of voters choosing his successor.
With blacksmiths, fortune tellers and more, Overton Park takes on a medieval atmosphere for a Renaissance fair that continues through Sunday.
Ty Jerome’s basketball philosophy, Zach Edey’s quick feet and Cameron Boozer’s quick decisions were among Week 1 Memphis Grizzlies highlights.
Rebecca Severs joined Holly Whitfield on “Sound Bites” to talk about running Midtown staple Bari Ristorante e Enoteca, working with her husband and three sons and the restaurant’s Italian wine and cheese programs.
This jigsaw puzzle features a photo of Memphis Tigers quarterback Marcus Stokes as he jump-flips for a touchdown in a game against the East Carolina Pirates.