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Two women shot at OUTMemphis after argument erupts, police say

jcallahan@dailymemphian.com (Jody Callahan) — Wed, 6 May 2026 14:13:00 -0500

The two women who were wounded were bystanders when one of those in the argument opened fire, Memphis police said.

St. Mary's names new head of school

jcallahan@dailymemphian.com (Jody Callahan) — Mon, 4 May 2026 17:07:13 -0500

St. Mary’s officially has a replacement for when current head Albert Throckmorton retires.

A decade after Jerry Gibson’s murder, River Records is for sale — along with everything inside it

jcallahan@dailymemphian.com (Jody Callahan) — Mon, 4 May 2026 04:00:03 -0500

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.

And one more thing: Elaborate grave markers let the dead have last word

jcallahan@dailymemphian.com (Jody Callahan) — Sat, 2 May 2026 16:11:53 -0500

Stories of Stones event guides guests through historic Elmwood Cemetery, where many burial markers provide much more than names and dates.

Spirit Airlines shutting down immediately. How will it impact Memphis?

jcallahan@dailymemphian.com (Jody Callahan) — Sat, 2 May 2026 10:09:57 -0500

Financially troubled Spirit Airlines is going out of business, effective immediately. What does that mean for Memphis International Airport?

Ted Townsend out as Chamber president

jcallahan@dailymemphian.com (Jody Callahan) — Thu, 30 Apr 2026 20:38:40 -0500

Ted Townsend out as Greater Memphis Chamber president and CEO, officials announced Thursday, after he was placed on leave in March for unspecified reasons.

Ask the Memphian: Did Memphians really freak out over a strange man's earthquake prediction?

jcallahan@dailymemphian.com (Jody Callahan) — Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:35:18 -0500

Thousands of Memphians freaked out 36 years ago when a fringe scientist predicted that a massive earthquake would strike the area.

Wind, rain, hail hit Memphis; flooding possible

jcallahan@dailymemphian.com (Jody Callahan) — Tue, 28 Apr 2026 21:12:45 -0500

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.

Belly Acres closing Collierville restaurant

jcallahan@dailymemphian.com (Jody Callahan) — Mon, 27 Apr 2026 08:48:25 -0500

The location in Southaven will remain open, they said.

Lego madness comes to Southaven: 'You can build anything'

jcallahan@dailymemphian.com (Jody Callahan) — Sat, 25 Apr 2026 19:10:00 -0500

At the Brick Convention, continuing through Sunday, fans can celebrate everything Lego, plus buy sets and meet master builders.

Ever the ‘cool cat' in dapper clothes, G.A. Hardaway knew what mattered to his community

jcallahan@dailymemphian.com (Jody Callahan) — Sat, 25 Apr 2026 09:05:19 -0500

State Rep. G.A. Hardaway was known for being well-versed on issues, and being an advocate for Memphis.

Gemstones, triceratops bones and dino poop

jcallahan@dailymemphian.com (Jody Callahan) — Sat, 18 Apr 2026 17:09:14 -0500

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.

State budget spikes $30M meant for Memphis

noahmclane.news@gmail.com (Noah McLane) — Sat, 18 Apr 2026 10:18:15 -0500

The budget “reallocates” $30 million originally proposed for Memphis to combat crime through workforce development and deterrence.

Teen arrested in fatal Shelby Farms shooting, officials say

jcallahan@dailymemphian.com (Jody Callahan) — Fri, 17 Apr 2026 19:18:13 -0500

Deputies arrest 16-year-old male in fatal shooting at Shelby Farms earlier this week that left Coriuan Bean, 17, dead

Expected rain pushes Cooper-Young Porchfest to Sunday

jcallahan@dailymemphian.com (Jody Callahan) — Fri, 17 Apr 2026 06:34:18 -0500

Expected rain delays Cooper-Young Porchfest one day to Sunday, April 19.

Triple shooting leaves 1 dead in Parkway Village, MPD says

jcallahan@dailymemphian.com (Jody Callahan) — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 19:46:00 -0500

The incident began a little after 4:30 p.m. at a small strip shopping center at 3193 Mendenhall Road, police said.

Will the Live Nation monopoly ruling affect Memphis? It’s complicated.

jcallahan@dailymemphian.com (Jody Callahan) — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 17:07:43 -0500

A Live Nation venue is expected to open in Memphis this year. This week, a jury declared the organization an illegal monopoly. Where does that leave the city?

Man pleads guilty to killing ex-girlfriend at Shelby Farms in 2024

jcallahan@dailymemphian.com (Jody Callahan) — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 22:05:01 -0500

The family of Ellie Young filed a wrongful death lawsuit that Jackson Hopper had “prior violent tendencies” and “brutally and intentionally” killed Young.

Victim of Shelby Farms senior skip day shooting identified

mwaddell@dailymemphian.com (Michael Waddell) — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 17:12:28 -0500

“It should have been a fun day for the kids to get out and enjoy their last days of high school,” said a family member of the 17-year-old who was shot and killed during a gathering.

17-year-old killed in senior skip day shooting at Shelby Farms

jcallahan@dailymemphian.com (Jody Callahan) — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 13:09:01 -0500

A student is dead after a gathering in Shelby Farms Park ended in gunfire.