Nearly 90% of Task Force immigration arrests started with traffic stops
The Daily Memphian obtained daily reports on the Task Force’s work between Oct. 1 and Dec. 8, and analyzed each day’s report to determine how every arrest started.
Young says goal of 40% drop in crime met two years ahead of campaign promise
Memphis Mayor Paul Young talked about the 2023 campaign promise at Thursday’s Lowery New Year’s Day Prayer Breakfast Downtown.
$15 Deal: Soul Fish’s crawfish tacos have crunchy inside and chewy shell
“My main dish was everything you want from a soft taco: crunchy insides because of the fried crawfish and veggies and a chewy shell from the warm tortillas. But pick your sides wisely.”
Food Files: Maciel’s on Summer closed, Byway Coffee No. 2
Plus, 7Brew is set to plant another location and another Piccadilly To-Go could come to Memphis.
Buckley: 20 turnovers in an ugly win. Hardaway has a plan to trim the count.
The Memphis Tigers got away with 20 turnovers in a win over North Texas. That has to change deeper into American Conference play, and Penny Hardaway knows it.
‘Wellness January’ begins with free fitness and nutrition classes (plus inspiring movies)
A monthlong menu of healthful activities will culminate Jan. 24 with the Church Health Crosstown 10K/5K, which is famous for its indoor afterparty.
Tom Bailey seeking reelection to Collierville Schools board
Bailey plans to pull his petition Jan. 9, the first day candidates can pick up their paperwork. He is running in the Republican primary.
Navy faces Cincinnati in AutoZone Liberty Bowl with a full roster
Navy has one big advantage over Cincinnati in the AutoZone Liberty Bowl. Not only have the Midshipmen won three straight games, but they also have everyone on board for Friday's game against the Bearcats.
Gallery: AutoZone Liberty Bowl parade
The AutoZone Liberty Bowl football game between Navy and Cincinnati takes place Friday at 3:30 p.m. at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium.
Chambliss, Carneiro lift Ole Miss past Georgia in Sugar Bowl and into CFP semifinals
Trinidad Chambliss passed for 362 yards and two touchdowns, and Lucas Carneiro kicked his third field goal of the game with 6 seconds left to put Ole Miss in front for good in a 39-34 victory over Georgia in a College Football Playoff in the Sugar Bowl.
Sudoku: Jan. 2
Ready for today’s sudokus?
The AM/DM podcast: Veganuary makes the case for plant-based eating
Daily Jigsaw: Goodbye Clement and Mitchell
Today’s puzzle is of Clement Hall on the campus of the University of Memphis and was taken by Mark Weber.
Daily WordRow: Jan. 2
Are you a Wordle fan? Try WordRow, a similar game. It’s free to play.
Bailey: Hold the jerky for a year. Buc-ee’s ain’t comin’ to Fayette County yet
Well, if you were planning on having some Beaver Nuggets this year from the Gallaway location, you need to put your taste buds on hold.
What Daily Memphians think*
“Good stuff. Agree about Huff. And Southern Miss has some really good defensive players.” – Kevin Knott about Martin: Uncomfortable conversations coming for Memphis basketball, and more 2026 Memphis sports predictions
“That elephant has been in the locker room for a while. 20 turnovers in any tournament game is an automatic loss. or giveaway? It’s been a recurring thing on his teams.” – Aaron Shafer about Buckley: 20 turnovers in an ugly win. Hardaway has a plan to trim the count.
“Hey Hey soulfish, you need to add barbecue catfish to your menu. Memphis is crying out for it!” — Ken Carter about $15 Deal: Soul Fish’s crawfish tacos have crunchy inside and chewy shell
* Select comments upvoted by Daily Memphian readers.
Metro
The AM/DM podcast: Veganuary makes the case for plant-based eating
Interested in a plant-based lifestyle? Newsletter editor Bianca Phillips has thoughts and tips.
Shelby County Top County Commission votes: MSCS board elections, budget, ethics
unlocked State Government State senator to introduce legislation targeting school board member who supported Lindsey Whiteside
Elections First five qualify as 2026 Shelby County primary field takes shape
Unlocked City of Memphis Money, MATA, xAI: Top Memphis City Council votes of 2025
Business
Want to be healthier? Local app makers are looking out for you.
A new wave of Memphis-connected health apps is giving residents real-time tools to track stress, manage chronic conditions and adjust care without waiting for a doctor’s visit.
Real Estate First Horizon building next to former Houston’s sold
unlocked Business Marshall Steakhouse owner decides against selling
Real Estate Buc-ee’s in West Memphis and Fayette County delayed
Business XAI buys building for 3rd Memphis-area data center in Southaven
Sports
Memphis’ Sincere Parker makes first public comments since July arrest
The 6-3 guard, who finished with 10 points for his eighth double-digit scoring game of the season Wednesday, finally broke his silence.
unlocked Memphis Tigers Basketball Martin: Uncomfortable conversations coming for Memphis basketball, and more 2026 Memphis sports predictions
Unlocked Memphis Grizzlies Herrington: The bad and (yes) good of the Grizzlies’ game of the year
Unlocked Geoff Calkins Calkins: Why the Memphis sports year was so disappointing — and what can be done now
Sports How quarterback Blake Horvath helped revive Navy football
Food
Table Talk: A year-end roundtable ... minus the table
As the year closes, the table remains what it has always been — a place to gather, to recalibrate, to keep going.
unlocked Business Marshall Steakhouse owner decides against selling
Suburbs
Arts Beat: Hear Detroit jazz, Memphis soul and a ‘Genius Grant’ winner in January
A local band celebrates a new album and a decade of creating music, while two singers proclaim Memphis R&B is not dead (via concert).
Unlocked Suburbs Bailey: Hold the jerky for a year. Buc-ee’s ain’t comin’ to Fayette County yet
Arts & Culture
Arts Beat: Hear Detroit jazz, Memphis soul and a ‘Genius Grant’ winner in January
A local band celebrates a new album and a decade of creating music, while two singers proclaim Memphis R&B is not dead (via concert).
The To-Do List Hike, paddle, mediate or wrestle your way into a new year
Opinion
Opinion: Cardiac arrest doesn’t wait. Neither should MLGW.
“As organizations set goals for the new year, there’s one resolution that belongs at the top of every leadership agenda: be ready to save a life.”
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: Veganuary makes the case for plant-based eating
Interested in a plant-based lifestyle? Newsletter editor Bianca Phillips has thoughts and tips.