A Department of Justice investigation found the police department uses excessive force and discriminates against certain residents. Here’s five takeaways about the report and the city’s response, plus more updates from today.
“The implications of not entering into a consent decree go beyond a mere declaration of hostility; they fundamentally threaten the integrity of our community’s relationship with law enforcement.”
The Grizzlies hoped Zach Edey would return from injury this weekend, but that timeline has been extended after an uncomfortable practice with the Memphis Hustle.
In recent years, the restaurant has made many changes to its menu and its policies, many of which were not popular with its clientele.
After more than 40 years of operation, Houston’s closed its only Memphis restaurant on Thursday. Some people trace it back to the day the restaurant took chicken tenders off the menu. Related content:
Memphis will host 22,500 participants, including a record 1,800 patient family members, for this year’s St. Jude Memphis Marathon Weekend.
Marlon Dechausay was a “passionate advocate for our student-athletes,” said Memphis athletic director Ed Scott.
Thousands of residents are happy to give a present during Porter-Leath’s annual Tot Truck collection. But for Memphians who know what it’s like to grow up without toys, donating a gift is a chance to “return the favor.”
The grant program is meant to help “restore and revitalize some of Tennessee’s most historic buildings so that they once again can flourish.”
XAI’s planned expansion comes with a pressing question: Where would the project get its power? Elon Musk’s xAI poised to invest billions of dollars in Memphis supercomputerRelated content:
Residents will a dash of neighborhood stories and a pinch of family recipes to create a cookbook that captures the “authentic voices” of South Memphis.
The Memphis Tigers got what they wanted, a Dec. 17 matchup with West Virginia of the Big 12 in the Frisco Bowl.Related content:
The Caramelized founder talks tips for stress-free entertaining during the holidays and the rest of the year, too.
Jaylen Wells said his mom texted him to focus on the game against the Mavericks after the announcement he had won Western Conference rookie of the month.
The setup at Malia’s is as no-nonsense as the food. The shack is weathered and well-loved, with hand-painted lettering and a menu nailed to a wooden plank.
This week, a Shakespeare rom-com opens in Cordova, zombies are still in season at Growlers and WYXR raises the sound at Crosstown.
The Multimedia Tour kicks off Thursday, March 6, 2025, in Philadelphia, and includes dates at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival.
Mustangs have a chance to become Shelby County’s fourth repeat state champion Saturday in Chattanooga. It will be just one more daunting challenge.
University is hiring two full-time recruiters in Chicago and another one for Dallas-Houston.
Sean Burdette coached the team for seven seasons.
Golden Wildcats bidding for their first state championship in 26 years as they face Macon County in the BlueCross Bowl Class 4A final.
After the firing of Memphis Animal Services Director Ty Coleman, Memphians in the local animal community have differing thoughts on what attributes the next director should have.
Coach Penny Hardaway notes how easy it is to believe the hype after games like those in Maui. “You start reading that, and you forget that you still have to go play.” Memphis Tigers avoid upset with late win over Louisiana TechRelated content:
It’s time again for the quarterly Memphis Grizzlies Mailbag. In this edition, Herrington talks about the NBA team and also gets into movies and Christmas.
“I love that not only is he aware of the museum but also of projects focusing on youth improvement. Keep on being a leader on and off the court!” — Paul Koltnow about Grizzlies star Jaren Jackson Jr. gives $50K to National Civil Rights Museum
“The game is before Christmas, against a name opponent, the only football game that night, televised nationally by ESPN, the small stadium will help look like a big crowd, and Frisco, TX is relatively close to Memphis, those are good things. …” — Ralph Morgan about Buckley: Hawaii? Fenway? No. Frisco it is. The Tigers got what they wanted.
“I’d love to see xAI engineers partner with the brilliant researchers at St. Jude and give Grok the challenge of finding a cure for blood cancers and cancers of all types. …” — Robert Rowan about Elon Musk’s xAI poised to invest billions of dollars in Memphis supercomputer
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St. Jude Marathon participants can expect sunshine Saturday but also cold conditions as temperatures start in the upper 20s at sunrise.
Four-star quarterback Antwann Hill Jr. headlines the 2025 signing class. “He’s a great fit for what we do,” Tigers coach Ryan Silverfield said. “And as he knows, he’s going to come in and have to compete. The young man is all for it.”
“Seeing everybody happy and proud, it’s a blessing to be where I am,” Bartlett High linebacker Austin Howard said.
The Design Review Board approved the architectural design for the Falls Building redevelopment into apartments and the recently announced Crosstown/Live Nation indoor event venue.
“I am absolutely opposed to any kind of facility — whether it be a mosque, a church, a community center — anything on that part of Broadway ...” said one alderman.
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Tech giants Nvidia, Super Micro Computer and Dell are also eyeing Memphis for new manufacturing space.
Plus, a warehouse is getting an upgrade, and a Memphis firm was acquired by a Michigan-based company.
The Tigers (10-2) will play West Virginia (6-6). It will be the second straight bowl appearance against a power conference opponent for the Tigers. Memphis beat Iowa State 36-26 in the AutoZone Liberty Bowl last year.
They offer charcuterie boards, sandwiches, salads and healthful drinks at the new Feast & Graze X HighP Hour Wellness. Guests can grab food to go or relax and spin vinyl records while they eat.
Some residents have long battled annexation. De-annexation attempts continue today, citing slow police response times, litter, inconsistent trash services and rising crime.
The nonprofit, known for Memphis Fashion Week and its Holiday Bazaar, will close its doors at the end of the year. But officials with the Memphis Brooks Museum of Art plan to keep the fire alive.
The basketball Tigers are ranked. The football Tigers are ranked at the same time. When has that happened during a Grizzlies playoff season? Never. These are heady times.
MaryLynn Mack, who moved to Memphis in August to take the reins of the Memphis Botanic Garden after many years working for similar organizations in Phoenix, San Diego and elsewhere, joined Eric Barnes on this week’s episode of “The Sidebar.”