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Video released of fatal Task Force shooting at Burger King

Ltestino@dailymemphian.com (Laura Testino) — Thu, 23 Jul 2026 06:48:55 -0500

Surveillance clips show the shooting that killed Darrin Pigram inside the Burger King where he worked. The release comes days after officials said there would be no charges filed against the officer.

Council confirms new city leaders

bdries@dailymemphian.com (Bill Dries) — Tue, 21 Jul 2026 19:22:29 -0500

The Memphis City Council also approved a change to the city’s structure for the trustee status MATA is currently operating under.

The Station can stay open, City Council rules

jcallahan@dailymemphian.com (Jody Callahan) — Tue, 21 Jul 2026 20:15:03 -0500

Robert Spence, the attorney for the coalition of liquor stores fighting The Station, indicated that his clients may need to “reassess” a pending Chancery Court lawsuit in the wake of the council’s decision.

How will Memphis spend $3.3M in tax money collected from SpaceXAI?

hardiman@dailymemphian.com (Samuel Hardiman) — Tue, 21 Jul 2026 15:03:16 -0500

Mayor Paul Young’s administration pitched how it plans to spend about $3.3 million on the 5-mile area around SpaceXAI’s Colossus I data center.

City could ditch project manager at Liberty Park

hardiman@dailymemphian.com (Samuel Hardiman) — Tue, 21 Jul 2026 15:08:25 -0500

Private development at Liberty Park has stalled, and the City of Memphis is looking to end its contract with the joint venture managing the project.

No charges filed against DEA officer in first Task Force shooting

jcallahan@dailymemphian.com (Jody Callahan) — Tue, 21 Jul 2026 11:23:58 -0500

Darrin Pigram, 41, who was shot and killed on May 13, was being sought on a warrant for charges of aggravated assault, aggravated burglary and a weapons violation.

Mayor Young signs city paid parental-leave policy

bdries@dailymemphian.com (Bill Dries) — Mon, 20 Jul 2026 14:28:14 -0500

Memphis Mayor Paul Young signed an executive order that puts in place up to six weeks of fully paid leave for full-time city employees following the birth, adoption or fostering of a child.

Two new city officials, stricter short-term rental terms to go before council

bdries@dailymemphian.com (Bill Dries) — Mon, 20 Jul 2026 19:13:28 -0500

The Memphis City Council will act on the appointments for the city’s CFO and CAO and take final votes to add a pair of city charter change referendums to the Nov. 3 ballot for Memphis voters to decide.

CodeCrew receives $1M from Anthropic to build national tech HQ in North Memphis

blagrone@dailymemphian.com (Brandon LaGrone II) — Mon, 20 Jul 2026 11:29:28 -0500

The organization hosted its 12th annual youth “hackathon” at the FedEx Institute of Technology July 16-18.

Opinion: Memphis’ city planning failed us — Memphis 3.0 is the vision we need

editor@dailymemphian.com (Kelsey Huse) — Mon, 20 Jul 2026 04:00:08 -0500

“Those of us who don’t stand to profit off zoning decisions must speak up and support a vision for a more walkable Memphis. Not only will this support small local businesses, but it will save lives on our roads.”

Businesses scramble to adjust as $6M makeover closes Front Street

wrogin@dailymemphian.com (Wallis Rogin) — Mon, 20 Jul 2026 04:00:08 -0500

The iconic Front Street Deli is among the businesses struggling with the loss of pedestrian traffic as the city closes the street in preparation for the December opening of Memphis Art Museum.

This Week in Memphis: Women's tennis tourney and a football finale

editors@dailymemphian.com ( The Daily Memphian Staff) — Sun, 19 Jul 2026 17:00:36 -0500

Also happening this week: Part of Front Street will be closed for street updates.

Congressional Democrats show support for Justin J. Pearson

ataylor@dailymemphian.com (Amaya Taylor) — Sat, 18 Jul 2026 18:09:02 -0500

U.S. Reps. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-New York, Ayanna Pressley, D-Massachusetts, and Summer Lee, D-Pennsylvania, headlined the “Get Out the Vote Rally.”

U of M Public Safety Institute spearheads plan to address domestic violence

wrogin@dailymemphian.com (Wallis Rogin) — Sat, 18 Jul 2026 09:21:41 -0500

The Public Safety Institute at the University of Memphis launched a strategic plan on Friday designed to strengthen the region’s response to domestic violence.

Voter Guide: Shelby County general, federal primary election

editors@dailymemphian.com ( The Daily Memphian Staff) — Wed, 22 Jul 2026 14:28:46 -0500

Shelby County is back at the polls and the ballot is lengthy.

Ready. Set. Vote.

jdonahoe@dailymemphian.com (Jane Donahoe) — Fri, 17 Jul 2026 17:30:44 -0500

Here’s a rundown to help you with the what, when and where of voting in the 2026 August elections.

Council member said he's not subject of ethics investigation

bdries@dailymemphian.com (Bill Dries) — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 04:00:05 -0500

Memphis City Council member JB Smiley Jr. is named in a May letter as urging the city administration to hire Chairwoman Jana Swearengen-Washington’s niece in the city’s IT division.

Next time you see a first responder, they might be on a bike

wrogin@dailymemphian.com (Wallis Rogin) — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 10:40:44 -0500

The Memphis Fire Department’s Emergency Medical Services Battalion will use the new red bikes, outfitted with equipment needed in a medical emergency, in crowded places that are tougher for traditional vehicles to access.

Memphians celebrate Declaration of Independence anniversary with live reading

ataylor@dailymemphian.com (Amaya Taylor) — Thu, 9 Jul 2026 13:36:44 -0500

“Revisiting history is an opportunity to make sure that you don’t repeat … things that you don’t want to repeat,” said reader Memphis Mayor Paul Young.

Mound-ing frustrations: Orange Mound town hall ends early after disruptions

blagrone@dailymemphian.com (Brandon LaGrone II) — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 05:50:21 -0500

Initially billed as an opportunity for residents to connect with local resources and hear from top public safety officials, the event was cut short after repeated outbursts from the crowd.