Tennessee lawmakers pass MSCS takeover
The Tennessee Senate and House of Representatives both voted down party lines Wednesday, April 22, to pass a takeover of Memphis-Shelby County Schools. The bill now heads to the governor’s desk.
The Tennessee Senate and House of Representatives both voted down party lines Wednesday, April 22, to pass a takeover of Memphis-Shelby County Schools. The bill now heads to the governor’s desk.
The great winter storm of 2026 — it was inconvenient for a lot of us humans. But it turned out to be the best thing ever for a lot of local dogs.
An EGOT winner, a Nashville country group, a funky band alongside the “Godmother of Soul” and beyond are hitting the stage at Memphis Botanic Garden.
Bartlett High and Alabama product Justin Jefferson is one of multiple Memphians who may be picked in the 2026 NFL Draft, but Arlington’s Jake Golday could go highest.
With a petition underway to change Lakeland’s form of government, a commissioner and the former mayor are warning of a scenario where the city loses its charter, causing problems for the school system.
FedEx recently announced Network 2.0, a model meant to streamline package delivery across networks in the United States.
The investigation remains ongoing, and search crews were actively combing through a wooded area near the site Wednesday.
Here is an overview of seven races on the May ballot that aren’t getting as much attention as the races for county mayor, Shelby County Board of Commissioners and county clerk.
A rite of the season: Southaven is holding its Springfest this week through Saturday with rides, concessions and the aromatic draw of the annual barbecue contest.
Tifanee Wright has been charged in the death of a Whitehaven activist Yvonne Nelson, who fought “tirelessly for improving conditions for all.”
The comment follows criticisms about Memphis from high profile players, mainly LeBron James and Draymond Green, who complained about the local hotels and suggested the team should be moved to Nashville.
Hardaway has eight roster spots filled for the 2026-27 season and plans to focus on big men and point guards as the finishes constructing the team.
Catcher Jimmy Crooks, center fielder Joshua Báez and right fielder Nelson Velázquez each slammed a home run.
“So proud of both girls! The sky is (literally!!) the limit!!” — Emily Taylor about Friendly rivalry fuels Tennessee’s best pole vaulters
“Folks pushing for this are the folks who make a profit off of the prison system, and we really should be very careful with their suggestions.” — Daniel Keevy about Opponents claim new child-custody bill ‘treats kids like perps’
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The MSCS board’s resolution claims that Tennessee lawmakers’ takeover proposal “directly conflicts with established constitutional provisions and statutory requirements.”
Germantown-based JX Investments LLC bought French Village Square at 4069-4111 Summer Ave. from MRS French Village LLC for $4.6 million.
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The Germantown Municipal School District’s funding per pupil is in the bottom third of the state.
The ceremony will take place Thursday, May 21, at 7 p.m. at the Orpheum Theatre.
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