Newby’s is back from the dead — again
Despite being declared dead at least twice before, Newby’s could reopen on the Highland Strip as soon as mid-June with a new owner.
Jody Callahan
Jody Callahan graduated with degrees in journalism and economics from what is now known as the University of Memphis. He has covered news in Memphis for more than 25 years.
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Metro A lifelong farmer, Jon McCalla was also a stern jurist who expected the best of everyone — including himself
Retired U.S. District Court Judge Jon McCalla could be a stern taskmaster, friends said, but that was because he demanded the best from not only himself but also any lawyer who stood before him in a courtroom.
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State GovernmentState Democrats wore white to Thursday’s vote. Here’s why.
The 30 state Democrats all wore white Thursday in a silent protest supporting voting rights.
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Public SafetyDEA agents fatally shoot suspect at Frayser Burger King
DEA agents working under the Memphis Safe Task Force shot and killed a suspect at a Frayser Burger King Wednesday morning after he allegedly pulled a gun, officials said.
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Public Safety Corrections Center inmate found unresponsive, dies 2 days later
The inmate was taken to the hospital after being found.
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Memphis Grizzlies Memphis Grizzlies’ Brandon Clarke found dead in California
Medical examiner confirms that Clarke was found dead in a California home Monday afternoon, with the cause of death still to be determined.
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Reflecting on Brandon Clarke, whose unlikely rise ended too soon
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MetroMidtown vet assistant arrested for allegedly breaking a dog’s paw
A Midtown vet assistant has been arrested, fired for allegedly throwing a dog into a kennel and breaking his paw.
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Spirit of Memphis ‘I want to hit a ball with a weird-looking stick’
More than 100 people gathered Saturday for the Bluff City Brawl, a celebration of the traditional Irish sports of hurling, camogie and Gaelic football.
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East Memphis MUS names next head of school
Hart Roper will succeed Pete Sanders, who announced in January that he would retire at the end of the 2026-2027 school year.
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Shelby CountyMulroy accuses Blackburn, Taylor of distorting Memphis crime numbers for political gain
The district attorney says false “soft on crime” charges levied against his office by Sen. Marsha Blackburn and state Sen. Brent Taylor are being used to score points with their Republican base.
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Public Safety Police arrest suspect in OUTMemphis shooting
Police have arrested the suspect in an OUTMemphis shooting that injured two. OUTMemphis, which serves the LGBTQ+ community, announced it will be closed through next week after the incident.
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Public Safety Two women shot at OUTMemphis after argument erupts, police say
The two women who were wounded were bystanders when one of those in the argument opened fire, Memphis police said.
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BusinessSt. Mary’s names new head of school
St. Mary’s officially has a replacement for when current head Albert Throckmorton retires.
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Real EstateA decade after Jerry Gibson’s murder, River Records is for sale — along with everything inside it
After beloved, though gruff, businessman Jerry Gibson was murdered in his record store, his family sealed the place shut, leaving his hundreds of thousands of collectibles untouched for 10 years. Until now.
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Spirit of MemphisAnd one more thing: Elaborate grave markers let the dead have last word
Stories of Stones event guides guests through historic Elmwood Cemetery, where many burial markers provide much more than names and dates.
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Transportation & Logistics Spirit Airlines shutting down immediately. How will it impact Memphis?
Financially troubled Spirit Airlines is going out of business, effective immediately. What does that mean for Memphis International Airport?
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BusinessTed Townsend out as Chamber president
Ted Townsend out as Greater Memphis Chamber president and CEO, officials announced Thursday, after he was placed on leave in March for unspecified reasons.
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Ask the MemphianAsk the Memphian: Did Memphians really freak out over a strange man’s earthquake prediction?
Thousands of Memphians freaked out 36 years ago when a fringe scientist predicted that a massive earthquake would strike the area.
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MetroWind, rain, hail hit Memphis; flooding possible
A line of thunderstorms bringing strong wind gusts, an inch of rain and even the possibility of a tornado hit Memphis Tuesday afternoon and evening.
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Business Belly Acres closing Collierville restaurant
The location in Southaven will remain open, they said.
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North MississippiLego madness comes to Southaven: ‘You can build anything’
At the Brick Convention, continuing through Sunday, fans can celebrate everything Lego, plus buy sets and meet master builders.
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State Government Ever the ‘cool cat’ in dapper clothes, G.A. Hardaway knew what mattered to his community
State Rep. G.A. Hardaway was known for being well-versed on issues, and being an advocate for Memphis.
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Metro Gemstones, triceratops bones and dino poop
You can find all kinds of super cool stuff at the annual Mineral, Fossil and Gem Show staged by the Memphis Archaeological and Geological Society this weekend.
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State Government State budget spikes $30M meant for Memphis
The budget “reallocates” $30 million originally proposed for Memphis to combat crime through workforce development and deterrence.
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Public Safety Teen arrested in fatal Shelby Farms shooting, officials say
Deputies arrest 16-year-old male in fatal shooting at Shelby Farms earlier this week that left Coriuan Bean, 17, dead
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