Ja Morant’s reaction to trade rumors: ‘Live with it’
Ja Morant did his first media interview since trade rumors began last week. He was standoffish and answered with short responses to each question.
Not so fast, barbecue fans. Amid uncertainty over combined BBQ fest, community reacts
The announcement that the SmokeSlam BBQ Festival and MIM’s World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest would likely participate in a shared 2027 event was met with happiness, suspicion, disbelief and — from many MIM board members — confusion. Related content:
The Early Word: BBQ fests may meat in the middle; plus, where to rise and wine
General Assembly is back in session, and the Hyde family may get its own street. Plus, Ja talks in Europe.
Grizzlies provide injury updates on Clarke, Edey, Pippen Jr.
Starting center Zach Edey will continue to miss significant time for the Memphis Grizzlies.
Woman arrested at ICE protest appears in court
Tennessee state troopers arrested Rebecca Leathers, 55, during the ICE protest that drew hundreds of people to Summer Avenue in the Berclair neighborhood.
Germantown updates rules on beer, liquor sales
The Germantown Board of Mayor and Alderman voted to update rules on alcoholic beverage sales to align better with state law.
Council plans to turn block of Monroe into ‘Hyde Family Way’
The council will take the first of three votes later this month on changing the name of the street between the new Memphis Art Museum and the Cossitt Library.
Once weighing whether to leave, new CBU president tasked with saving school that shaped his life
Ron Brandon seriously considered leaving CBU, which he wasn’t sure would survive its troubles. But he stayed because of his devotion to his alma mater, and now he has plans to ensure that CBU survives and even thrives.
‘Young Warriors’ is more than a movie made in Memphis; it’s the start of a film ecosystem in Memphis
As “Young Warriors” wraps filming across Memphis, a local production company is proving the city can be both the setting and the engine for films with national reach and deep local roots.
Lawmakers return to Capitol Hill with affordability, immigration on the mind
Scrapping grocery taxes, cracking down on immigration and more: Lawmakers are back in the state Capitol in Nashville. Here’s what each party plans to prioritize.
Memphis Movies This Week: ‘No Other Choice,’ ‘28 Years Later’
Chris Herrington notes that “January and February can bring the late arrival of some of the prior year’s best films, especially of the foreign-language variety.”
Concrete plans: Design approved for multi-use safe room in case of emergencies
The new multipurpose safe room will play a big role for residents, particularly those in unincorporated areas, during — and outside of — severe weather.
Will Ja play in Europe? Grizz coach says there is a ‘chance’
Memphis star point guard Ja Morant practiced Tuesday in Berlin, yet his availability for Thursday’s game against the Orlando Magic is still a mystery.
Grizzlies 25: James Posey defined the franchise’s first good team
Although James Posey wasn’t technically a single-season player for the Memphis Grizzlies, he’s the best single-season story in franchise history.
How much will new Tigers offensive coordinator make at Memphis?
Details have been disclosed on the contract for Kevin Decker, who has replaced Tim Cramsey as offensive coordinator for the Memphis Tigers.Related content:
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What to watch when Memphis takes on Temple
The Tigers will look to get back on track when they face the Owls at FedExForum.
Opinion: For Memphis Jews, the arson attack in Jackson is painfully close to home
“Beth Israel is a place where people come to mourn loved ones and celebrate new love, to mark milestones and share meals together. Anyone who visits their church, mosque or temple for such moments can easily imagine our pain.”
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Sudoku: Jan. 14
Are you ready for today’s puzzles?
Daily Jigsaw: Raceway redo
This jigsaw puzzle is from the groundbreaking ceremony hosted at the Memphis International Raceway and was taken by Mark Weber.
Daily WordRow: Jan. 14
Are you a Wordle fan? Try WordRow, a similar game. It’s free to play.
Metro
Memphis prosecutors feel weight of Task Force cases
Thousands of people have been arrested within the past three months in Memphis, and prosecutors in both state and federal courts are feeling the increased load.
Premium Metro Ask the Memphian: What happened to the Memphian who owned the most valuable coin in history?
Premium State Government With food banks strained, Tennessee passes on federal help that would feed far more children
Shelby County Commission steps in to pay county clerk’s rent in Millington
Education Some pre-K classrooms could close within 30 days without county funding
Business
Another local AI data center planned, this one on Sycamore View
A Nashville-based investor has spent 18 months looking “relentlessly” for properties to house his modular AI data centers.
Premium Real Estate A Midtown ice cream shop serves more than just sweets
Premium Real Estate After a steep drop in 2025, new home starts picking up in Lakeland
Health Care ‘Digital detox’ or just real life? Memphis experts say it’s time to log off
Movers and Shakers Movers & Shakers
Sports
Memphis adding more quarterback talent from the portal
The Tigers landed their second former four-star quarterback out of the NCAA transfer portal. Tigers football tracker: Who did Memphis sign in the transfer portal?Related content:
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Desmond Bane’s fairy tale ended sooner than expected. But he has no hard feelings.
Premium Geoff Calkins Calkins: Ja Morant is still ‘the most famous’ Grizzly. But Sunday may have been the end.
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Herrington: After win, Berlin-bound Grizzlies take Ja Morant uncertainty overseas
Premium Memphis Grizzlies A blue bear in Berlin: Grizz adds to authentic NBA experience overseas
Food
Former teacher found the recipe for a brighter tomorrow — it starts with smoked chicken
Down more than 160 pounds, Memphis native Reggie Morrow blends delicious with healthy, and his protein-packed chicken salad is flying off local shelves.
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Suburbs
‘Every dollar is counting these days’: Residents who want out of Collierville speak to board
“If I was asking you to give me 300 bucks a month every day for five years and get nothing — what would you do?” one of the property owners said.
Spirit of Memphis ‘A big heart:’ Fifth-grader starts food pantry
Arts & Culture
In Memoriam: Memphians who died in 2025
Memphis lost music legends, corporate titans and community leaders in 2025. Here is a look at their lives.
Premium Music Arts Beat: Memphis museums, filmmakers in national spotlight
Opinion
Opinion: Service is Memphis’ superpower and MLK Day is our annual reminder to use it
“In Memphis, service isn’t something we outsource. We see our neighbors as assets, not problems to be solved. We are partners in progress.”
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: The Tennessee legislature is in session
The 114th Tennessee General Assembly convenes in Nashville today with an aggressive, but perhaps quick, agenda.