Tyre Nichols case spotlights MPD transparency issues
The initial information released by police in the Tyre Nichols case differed significantly in some respects from what was shown on video footage released to the public last week.
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January 2023
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Memphis to Harvard: Langston Rogers knows what he wants
Switching sports from basketball to football is ticket to the Ivy League for cornerback from Lausanne.
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Martin: It could be a Cal vs. Penny showdown for former Tiger’s son
Billy Richmond Jr., a former Memphis Tiger, said Hardaway “thinks the world” of his son, Billy Richmond III. John Calipari also likes his son, as a complement to a five-star player.
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The Early Word: Three firefighters fired, two cops relieved of duty and students get ice day
New affordable housing comes to South Memphis, Alcenia’s owner will cook on national TV and a potential Hardaway-Calipari showdown is brewing.
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SCORPION reminiscent of Atlanta unit once led by Memphis chief
The Memphis Police Department’s SCORPION unit, which MPD announced Saturday is being disbanded, is reminiscent of a controversial defunct unit in Atlanta over which MPD Chief Cerelyn “C.J.” Davis was once in charge.
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Grizzlies Insider: Thoughts on trades, drama and Danny Green after Sunday win
What will Danny Green look like when he takes the court on Wednesday? The Memphis Grizzlies may not even know.
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The Early Word: Protesters demand ‘Justice for Tyre'; Grizz, Tigers win for a grieving city
MPD disbands its SCORPION unit, Flinn Broadcasting is making changes and the Overton Park Shell hits the road.
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Calkins: Along with their city, the Grizzlies grieve
Yes, we made it through the weekend peacefully. But now what? The Grizzlies got a win Sunday, and that’s great. Then they shared that they’re struggling with grief and anger, just like the rest of us.
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Hernando DeSoto Bridge is a symbol of protest amid calls for reform
As public officials expressed outrage about Tyre Nichols’ death online, the protests marking the release of the videos returned to the symbol of local protest in the age of Black Lives Matter — the bridges across the Mississippi River.
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New Tennessee health commissioner avoids questions about HIV prevention
“The state has determined right now that it’s in the best interest of Tennesseans for the state to assume direct financial and managerial responsibility for these services,” Health Commissioner Ralph Alvarado told Tennessee lawmakers.
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Flinn Broadcasting makes changes to reflect new media landscape
The moves are designed to allow Flinn Broadcasting to focus more tightly on its home market of Memphis.
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Suburban home sales dip in 2022 as market stabilizes
Suburban home sales dipped in 2022, and new home sales remained low compared to the previous year.
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Penny Hardaway thankful for much more than 100th win on ‘special’ night
On a night when the Memphis’ usually outspoken leader wouldn’t say much about his accomplishment, his players spoke for him.
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What to look for in Memphis’ game against Tulsa
When Memphis takes on Tulsa on the road Sunday, it’ll mark the third time in the past four games where it’ll face a team in the bottom half of the AAC standings.
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Recipe Exchange: Porcellino’s Biscuits
You asked, and another chef was happy to share: Here’s the recipe for Porcellino’s biscuits from Andy Ticer.
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The Early Word: Five cops are indicted; Tyre Nichols is honored at vigil
City prepares for Nichols video release, David Grisanti is closing and Kendric Davis triumphs over old teammates.
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Conaway: A return to simpler times and not so simple solutions
“Our return to civilization and the miraculous recovery of our internet connection.”
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How to haggis: Chef Alfonso makes his version of traditional dish for Burns supper
For Celtic Crossing’s annual Burns supper, Chef Reny Alfonso starts by cooking chopped onion in a large pot. As it softens, he adds chicken broth to lamb, then puts it in the pot to lightly brown. Next comes the livers and then the herbs and spices.
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Freshman duo is the future — and the present — of FACS hoops
Ninth-graders M.J. Hayes and Cello Jackson have FACS in state-tournament contention once again.
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Grizzlies Insider: As Memphis wings struggle, Danny Green return is welcomed
The Grizzlies wings have struggled offensively during the losing streak, making Danny Green’s return even more intriguing.
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What to look for in Memphis’ game against SMU
Memphis will look to keep its momentum going when it hosts SMU at 6 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 26, at FedExForum.
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‘I’m about business:’ Davis focused on beating former team in SMU
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Calkins: Why Penny will never meet insane expectations — but is still the perfect guy for the job
Has Penny Hardaway met the lofty expectations he set for himself? No. Can he ever accomplish what he set out to accomplish? Probably not, but is he the man to coach Memphis basketball? Absolutely, he is.
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Martin: As Hardaway goes for his official 100th win, a review of his best
In honor of the fifth-year coach being one win away from the milestone, it felt like the right time to rank the five best wins head coach Penny Hardaway had for Memphis Tigers’ basketball.
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Table Talk: An Australian celebration, a James Beard semi-finalist and a feathered farewell
Australia Day is Thursday, Jan. 26, and Memphis Made Brewing is celebrating with trivia, a Vegemite tasting and something that’s not a meat raffle. Plus, a Mid-South name is a semi-finalist for the 2023 James Beard Awards.
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The Early Word: More cops are under review in Nichols case; Opera moves to Midtown
Grizzlies fall to Warriors in final seconds, sheriffs are coming to Lakeland and we look at what’s next for 100 N. Main.
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