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.
There are 408 articles by Jody Callahan :
For more than 35 years, buffalo have been a part of Shelby Farms. In the latest installment of “Ask the Memphian,” we take a look at their past and future as symbols of the park.
A jury of up to 16 members will be brought in from out of town to hear the state case against three former Memphis police officers charged in the death of Tyre Nichols, a judge ruled.
Dozens gathered at Grind City Brewing on Saturday to celebrate all things canine as part of the annual Dogchella event. Local dog celebrities Sir Meatball and Milkshake lent their star power to the event.
MATA’s Bacarra Mauldin has been fired, three weeks after she was placed on administrative leave following the discovery of questionable charges on her company credit card.
Memphis police have issued an arrest warrant for a 21-year-old in connection with a double shooting in Downtown Memphis that left Memphis rapper Sayso P dead.
For now, the Dollywood Foundation owns the former Pancho’s site in West Memphis, but if all goes according to plan, the site will be sold this summer with the proceeds going to the Foundation.
MAS to remain closed to the public indefinitely as distemper outbreak still hasn’t been controlled.
Police had much of the area cordoned off while spectators stood and watched. The other victim was taken to the hospital.
Musk, the founder of Tesla and SpaceX, has received criticism lately for his work with the Trump administration.
The decision will affect hundreds of children in the Memphis area who have legal representation through groups such as Latino Memphis, Advocates for Immigrant Rights and Mid-South Immigration Advocates.
Officials with a Germantown church cancel a talk from U.S. Rep. David Kustoff planned for Saturday, citing safety concerns.
Despite what many Memphians believe, the city does in fact recycle. But better efforts from Memphians could help successful recycling, officials said.
The ear, nose and throat specialist was previously federally indicted on 115 counts of insurance fraud, but those charges were eventually dismissed.
U.S. Rep. Steve Cohen holds a town hall meeting Tuesday night, blasting President Donald Trump and Elon Musk while trying to calm nervous constituents.
Memphis Animal Services staff have euthanized more than 200 dogs so far this year in attempts to control a distemper outbreak that has plagued the shelter since January.
About 30 people showed up to the Mid-South Ice House Saturday to learn the ancient sport of curling, taught by members of the Mid-South Curling Club.
“Jeopardy” champ James Holzhauer and 3,000 more bridge fanatics from all over the world are in Memphis the next few days for the American Contract Bridge League’s spring championship tournament.
Most of the bad weather started early in the morning Saturday, March 15, National Weather Service meteorologist Caitlin Dirkes said. The early thunderstorms brought gusts up to 60 miles per hour.
For the second time in less than two months, Memphis Animal Services is shutting down its shelter after a distemper outbreak this week has led to the euthanasia of several more dogs.
The Mud Island monorail was thought to be a sleek and futuristic attraction when it was first considered and opened in 1982, but it proved to be trouble for those responsible for its maintenance.
“A haven for the arts” returns as Java Cabana reopens, and the new owners plan to bring back open mic nights and keep the aesthetic the same.
Crosstown Concourse hosted its third annual Mario Day for fans of the mustachioed character that debuted more than 40 years ago in the original Donkey Kong stand-up arcade game.
In all, nearly one-third of MATA buses weren’t showing up where or when they were scheduled to.
While most Memphians were still oblivious to a virus spreading overseas, those charged with keeping the Bluff City safe were already alarmed in January 2020.
The Guns to Garden program aims to dismantle firearms, then remake them into useful items such as garden tools. On Saturday, dozens of people turned in their weapons in exchange for gift cards.