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TBI names man killed by federal agents at East Memphis hotel

jcallahan@dailymemphian.com (Jody Callahan) — Thu, 9 Jul 2026 16:28:21 -0500

Alfonso Ivy, 47, had a lengthy arrest history in Shelby County on drugs and weapons charges, and had been out of prison for about 16 months after serving nine years behind bars.

East Memphis gynecologist sentenced to 20 years for fraud

jcallahan@dailymemphian.com (Jody Callahan) — Wed, 8 Jul 2026 20:13:25 -0500

Sanjeev Kumar, 45, a gynecological oncologist and founder of the Memphis-based Poplar Avenue Clinic, was arrested in February 2025.

DEA agent shoots, kills person in East Memphis hotel

jcallahan@dailymemphian.com (Jody Callahan) — Wed, 8 Jul 2026 19:23:38 -0500

This marks at least the fourth fatality associated with the Task Force during its time in the city.

Ask the Memphian: What was Memphis like 250 years ago?

jcallahan@dailymemphian.com (Jody Callahan) — Mon, 6 Jul 2026 04:00:15 -0500

In 1776, as this fledgling country was battling for its independence, it would have been eerily quiet in Memphis.

National Guard members shoot, kill suspect in Downtown Memphis

jcallahan@dailymemphian.com (Jody Callahan) — Sun, 5 Jul 2026 18:33:22 -0500

Memphis Safe Task Force members killed 20-year-old Tyrin Johnson in Downtown Memphis early Sunday morning, marking at least the third death associated with the Task Force.

A Criminal Court judge keeps missing work, slowing the court system and frustrating victims' families

jcallahan@dailymemphian.com (Jody Callahan) — Thu, 2 Jul 2026 10:44:19 -0500

When a judge is absent for nearly 40% of the days he’s due to be on the bench, the ripples can affect the entire criminal justice system, including defendants who may have to spend longer in jail than they should have.

It's going to be brutally hot this weekend, and that could be dangerous

jcallahan@dailymemphian.com (Jody Callahan) — Wed, 1 Jul 2026 17:19:35 -0500

With the heat index possibly reaching 110 this weekend, officials suggest taking precautions.

Local's 'Jeopardy!' run comes to an end — for now

jcallahan@dailymemphian.com (Jody Callahan) — Wed, 1 Jul 2026 15:44:58 -0500

After 12 straight wins and more than $300,000 earned, Adam Remsen’s time on “Jeopardy!” came to an end — for now — in his 13th game. But there’s more “Jeopardy!” in his future.

Ardent's legal fight is a broken record

jcallahan@dailymemphian.com (Jody Callahan) — Mon, 29 Jun 2026 11:19:50 -0500

Those involved in the legal drama surrounding Ardent Studios have been involved in past lawsuits that echo some of the current claims, documents show.

Get ready for a rash of hot days

jcallahan@dailymemphian.com (Jody Callahan) — Sun, 28 Jun 2026 11:11:23 -0500

The heat index is likely to climb as high as 107 this week. So take the kids to a splash pad to cool off, stay hydrated and check on your elderly friends and neighbors as temperatures soar.

Everything old is new again: Memphis thrifters dig the vintage vibe

jcallahan@dailymemphian.com (Jody Callahan) — Sat, 27 Jun 2026 18:06:10 -0500

Two separate Downtown events dedicated to second-hand items, from clothing to jewelry to old beer steins, attracted devoted shoppers Saturday afternoon.

Memphis Zoo one of 40 across the country hit with bomb threats

jcallahan@dailymemphian.com (Jody Callahan) — Thu, 25 Jun 2026 05:53:03 -0500

Hoaxers are calling zoos and aquariums nationwide, claiming to have planted bombs, likely just for “fun,” officials said.

Ask the Memphian: What exactly is a grand jury, and how do they work?

jcallahan@dailymemphian.com (Jody Callahan) — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 04:00:04 -0500

What exactly is a grand jury, and how do they work? In this week’s installment of “Ask the Memphian,” we talked to attorneys, prosecutors and jurors to answer those questions.

Old Germantown Depot Museum offers a journey down tracks of time

jcallahan@dailymemphian.com (Jody Callahan) — Sun, 21 Jun 2026 19:51:56 -0500

Germantown Depot Museum offers a glimpse of the city’s past, when trains regularly stopped at the depot to pick up passengers and cargo.

At 6 games and counting, Adam Remsen is Memphis' newest 'Jeopardy!' champion

jcallahan@dailymemphian.com (Jody Callahan) — Sat, 20 Jun 2026 21:21:21 -0500

To prepare for his run on the show, Adam Remsen studied his knowledge weak spots (opera, 19th century presidents, European monarchs and world rivers) and focused on the most important part of the game: the buzzer.

MPD officer killed in off-duty crash

jcallahan@dailymemphian.com (Jody Callahan) — Sat, 20 Jun 2026 10:40:20 -0500

Memphis police officer Daniel Adams killed in single-vehicle accident, officials say

What makes a good animal-control officer?

jcallahan@dailymemphian.com (Jody Callahan) — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 13:40:58 -0500

How do cities and shelters keep bad actors away from those jobs? Screenings, background checks and even scouring a candidate’s social media help, but they aren’t perfect.

Thunderstorms force cancellation of Live at the Garden concert

jcallahan@dailymemphian.com (Jody Callahan) — Sat, 13 Jun 2026 23:26:43 -0500

Severe weather forces cancellation of Alabama concert, meant to be the opener of this year’s Live at the Garden series at the Memphis Botanic Garden

Camp aims to build confidence in kids born with limb differences

jcallahan@dailymemphian.com (Jody Callahan) — Sat, 13 Jun 2026 19:33:34 -0500

Organizers hope the Step Up Squad Adaptive Camp for children born with limb differences will spur self-confidence, friendship and fun.