Also in the political roundup, Tennessee’s GOP chairman talks about midterm trends, Justin J. Pearson’s ban letter goes public before he gets a copy and breaking ground for the new OUTMemphis center comes with culture war impact.
New public documents indicate that local government and the Memphis Grizzlies could come to a new lease at FedExForum in the “near future.”
Memphis Immigration Court is “mega” busy, SpaceXAI causes traffic problems and we ask if the zoo could bring pandas back.
During the Memphis Safe Task Force’s first year, the U.S. Attorney’s Office charged 543 defendants with complaints or indictments compared to 225 people charged during 2024.
For 20 years, the Memphis Zoo hosted a pair of pandas that attracted millions of visitors. Three years after Ya Ya and Le Le left, though, the question remains: will the zoo ever have pandas again?
A current Sun Belt Conference member plans to join the American, the league to which the Tigers belong.
Five people were killed and three others were left in critical condition after a crash involving Memphis police officers overnight Saturday.
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.
For years, the intersection of Tulane and Holmes roads in Whitehaven has been a four-way stop. Despite an influx of traffic due to SpaceXAI’s construction, it could remain that way for another eight to 12 months.
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.
Behind the seasonal magic is months of planning, scouting and scheming, all leading to the moment an empty storefront reopens as a fully stocked Halloween shop that announces All Hallows' Eve has arrived.
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.
Briarcrest, Central, Covington, Fairley, MASE, Munford, Southwind and Whitehaven ranked in this week’s Tennessee Sports Writers Association high school football rankings.
The Shelby County Commission will take a first vote on a data center moratorium. It comes as the Memphis City Council is considering a similar proposal.
Republican Mike Ebbs and Democrat Jason Morrison are seeking the open seat due to Wanda Chism’s retirement.
Local health care leaders say the shift to ambulatory surgical centers is more than a trend, even as reimbursement rates and pricing transparency remain challenges.
“Maybe Flat Stanley could interview Griz recruits before they are hired. Flat knows what Memphians value.” — Nancy Smith about Flat Stanley gets to tour Memphis with a Grizzlies star
“Love this initiative! Thank you Dwayne, Bill and Mike for making this happen! Next year make sure it is not on fall break week!” — Shawn Massey about Local CEOs build houses for Memphis Habitat
“We traveled to the UAB road basketball game every year with my sons for a decade. Actually, a fun town and good folks. It’s worthy of a rivalry in both sports!” — Mike Todd about ‘It’s a new day:’ Huff has his eyes on a trophy bigger than Battle for the Bones
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Memphis and Jackson-area students unveiled a five-panel exhibit at a federal courthouse exploring the 1963 Supreme Court case Watson v. City of Memphis and its role in desegregation.
“I came here for one trophy,” Memphis coach Charles Huff said. “Until I get it, I’m not touching another trophy.”
Also happening this week: It’s fall break week for all public schools, the Grizzlies wrap up their preseason.
“The 8th District is more than lines drawn on a political map. It is families, farms, neighborhoods, small businesses, cities and rural communities that together make up a vital part of Tennessee.”
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Now Carmen Hunter works at Latino Memphis, helping others overcome the challenges she once faced. “I always think, ‘What could have been if we’d stayed in Mexico?’ I don’t think I would have lived as well as I have here.”
5C Group is bringing the next generation of power to its Memphis data center through hydrogen power and officials discuss the company’s future in Memphis.
“I came here for one trophy,” Memphis coach Charles Huff said. “Until I get it, I’m not touching another trophy.”
“The Hub (inside Mission Church) was proof of concept,” said Breadie’s co-owner Chris Conlee said. “It proved this works.”
Sanders hadn’t planned to run again. With Mayor Mike Palazzolo retiring, he says the board needs continuity and wants to revisit the sanitation contract and boost school funding.
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 thousands of Ice Breakers at the Memphis Hershey plant. Patrick Lantrip took the photo.