‘Sage the whole arena': Morant frustrated by loss to Jazz, team injuries
The Grizzlies’ loss to the Jazz wasn’t the triumphant return of Ja Morant the fans hoped to see.
Jazz take game away from Grizz in final seconds
The score was tied at 126 with just under a minute left when Keyonte George hit a 22-footer to put Utah ahead for good.
Box score: Jazz 130, Grizzlies 126
The box score for the NBA game between the Memphis Grizzlies and the Utah Jazz at FedExForum on Friday, Dec. 12, 2025.
Sheriff’s office staying in ICE training program, MICAH says
Local community organizers gathered Friday to discuss a conversation with Shelby County Sheriff Floyd Bonner about participating in an ICE training program, and urged him to back out of the agreement.
‘The very foundation on which this city was built’ finally renovated
Memphis’ historic cobblestone landing formally opened Friday after at least 19 years of bureaucracy, red tape and the rise and fall of the Mississippi River.
Metal Museum plans to open Overton Park space in 2026
The new Metal Museum space will include a cafe, which officials hope will become a destination on its own.
Charlie’s Meat Market’s temporary closure could turn permanent
There hadn’t been any announcements until now because “all options are on the table,” according to Charlie’s owner Chuck Hogan.
Alabama Shakes will be first concert at new Grind City Amp
Grind City Brewing Co.’s new outdoor venue is set to open in the spring of 2026.
Martin: Memphis and Louisville are no longer rivals. That has to change.
The goal for Memphis has to be to elevate the status of its athletic programs so that it can credibly say that it’s a peer of Louisville’s once again.
What to watch as Memphis renews its rivalry with Louisville
When the Tigers play No. 11 Cardinals on Saturday at the KFC Yum! Center, they’ll get their first crack in nearly eight years at one of their biggest rivals and have an opportunity to pick up their first Quadrant 1 win of the season.
Lake District townhomes moving ahead
“I’ve been involved with The Lake District since 2012 and shepherded a lot of things through this,” a representative for the developer said, adding he could “see this development in my sleep or my nightmares.”
$15 deal: By the Brewery’s avocado toasted ‘Egg in the Hole’
This $12 sandwich is one of By the Brewery’s most popular items whether it’s breakfast or lunch.
Arts Beat: In ‘G.R.I.T.S.,’ Memphis roller skaters reach for their dreams
The TV show stars three women and an Orange Mound skating rink, with appearances from local musicians and shots of Memphis streets and neighborhoods. But the story, like the city it’s based on, is much more complex.
Roles change, but Vince Williams Jr. does not. Memphis’ agitator keeps fans guessing.
On the court, Vince Williams Jr. is Memphis’ best agitator. Off of it, he keeps his thoughts to himself.
TSSAA boys and girls basketball scoring leaders
Standouts from Hillcrest and Arlington setting the pace so far.
Michael Lightman, respected real estate developer, dies
Some said that Michael Lightman, who contributed to the real estate landscape of Memphis, had the “Midas touch.”
Attorney splits with Feagins in suit against MSCS
An attorney representing former Memphis-Shelby County Schools Superintendent Marie Feagins in a lawsuit challenging her ouster from the district has withdrawn from the case, court documents show.
Food Files: Einstein bagels return to U of M library; Local coffee shop is ‘brewing a new chapter’
Plus, a new restaurant is bringing Korean food and culture to Germantown Parkway, and Juiced What You Needed has just what you want for dinner.
Wild Beet to open in former Railgarten space
The salad-focused restaurant is part of the Stomping Grounds redevelopment.
MSCS spent millions on safety center with AI-assisted cameras, active-shooter simulator
After years of planning, renovations and security-equipment purchases, Memphis-Shelby County Schools debuted its “Real Time Safety Center” on Thursday. “We know seconds matter” during threats, the district’s interim safety and security chief said.
What Daily Memphians think*
“It’s collusion. There is an active lawsuit ongoing.” — Ken Forsythe about Charlie’s Meat Market’s temporary closure could turn permanent
“Michael Lightman was an extraordinary person who lived his life with passion and purpose while also being humble, gracious, and available.” — Terry Radford about Michael Lightman, respected real estate developer, dies
“I wouldn’t consider the Arkansas win a big win considering where they are.” — Kent Meyers about Tigers AD on Ryan Silverfield departure: ‘We lost some meaningful games, and he moved on.’
* Select comments upvoted by Daily Memphian readers.
Bailey: Barton sends warning to evil-doers traveling from the north
DeSoto County prosecutor Matthew Barton sends a message to criminals who wander into Mississippi to commit crimes — leave or face consequences.
Daily Jigsaw: Santa’s Fantasy Flight
This jigsaw puzzle is a photo of Santa Claus at the Memphis airport’s Fantasy Flight and was taken by Sophia Surrett.
Sudoku: Dec. 12
Are you ready for it? Here are today’s sudokus.
Daily WordRow: Dec. 12
Are you a Wordle fan? Try WordRow, a similar game. It’s free to play.
Metro
Thousands of Memphis-area kids could lose pre-K in January
Up to 3,000 kids who receive needs-based prekindergarten in Memphis and Shelby County might not have pre-K centers to go to in January amid a funding crunch.
Premium Education New rule could cut world language requirements in half for Tennessee high schoolers
Premium Elections No charges against Sawyer in courthouse dispute, DA’s office says
Premium Education MSCS downsizes as suburb wants to grow. One school is in the middle.
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Business
Inked: Facials are getting ‘uncomplicated’ in Memphis
A St. Louis-based facial spa leased a space on Sanderlin Avenue. Also, a senior center is opening in Hickory Hill.
Real Estate Houston company plans to turn two blocks of Downtown into a tech hub
Business Kamala Harris to speak at Orpheum Jan. 15
Real Estate ‘Double down on Memphis’: Mayor Young highlights investment in the city
Movers and Shakers Movers & Shakers
Sports
What Charles Huff said about his search for an offensive coordinator
Charles Huff hasn’t landed on an offensive coordinator for his staff just yet, but he told The Daily Memphian on Thursday that he’s narrowed the search down to about three candidates.
Memphis Tigers Football Memphis interim head coach outlines coaching roles for bowl game
Memphis Tigers Football Charles Huff looks to ‘close the gap’ as Memphis football coach
Memphis Tigers Basketball Julius Thedford, Mason Matthews lead Tigers event for local families in need
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies Mailbag: A full-strength rotation, a coaching-change look-back and more
Food
‘Welcome home’ to Cxffeeblack’s new, larger location
With a new roaster that will triple its capacity, the Cxffeeblack team is preparing for a wholesale expansion into Memphis grocery stores, new cafe partners across the city and a future described as “uncontained.”
Premium Table Talk Table Talk: Comfort foods and holiday traditions
Suburbs
Lakeland approves new plan for The Lake District after years of setbacks
Lakeland leaders say the plan will allow the property to become the urban village that was originally envisioned.
Collierville Collierville principal ‘still over the moon’ after state recognition
Arts & Culture
Memphis in May names honored country for 2026
The Greater Memphis Chamber and Memphis in May announced the honored country for next year to more than a thousand people at the Chamber’s annual Chairman’s Luncheon.
Premium Music Covering ‘Sweet Caroline’ in Crosstown
Opinion
Opinion: Rising health care costs will be breaking point for many Memphians
“Sometime next year, unless Congress changes course, health insurance is going to become a lot more expensive for hundreds of thousands of people in Tennessee.”
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: Tales from inside 201
For the past year and a half, the Shelby County Jail — commonly known as 201 Poplar — has been over its 2,400-inmate capacity.