There are 38 article(s) tagged Mayor Paul Young:

• October 2025

  • What to know about National Guard, federal forces in Memphis

    When the National Guard troops arrive, they will act as “eyes and ears” for other federal and local law enforcement, Memphis Mayor Paul Young said.

    By The Daily Memphian Staff 20 hours ago

• September 2025

  • Slicing, Ja, Bass Pro: Popular streamer IShowSpeed’s day in Memphis

    IShowSpeed, a popular streamer who ranked No. 1 on Rolling Stone’s list of 25 Most Influential Creators of 2025, drew crowds during his visit to Memphis on Thursday, Sept. 11.

    By Lydia Williams September 11, 2025

• June 2025

  • Alleged Young stalker ‘not a bad man,’ family says

    “I know the conditions of the release. But he just wants to talk to him and I’m gonna ask the mayor, is he too busy?” the man’s uncle said. “(He’s) the mayor of the city. If he’s got a citizen that wants to talk to him, talk to him.”

    By Jody Callahan June 20, 2025

  • Opinion: Mayor Young on xAI — ‘I’m choosing Memphis, not fear, not politics’

    Mayor Young says the xAI project “isn’t a debate between the environment and economics. It’s about putting people before politics. It’s about building something better for communities that have waited far too long for real investment.”

    By Paul Young June 12, 2025

• May 2025

  • Memphis employees could see raises, but city needs to find $39M

    In a surprise move, the Memphis City Council suspended its rules and voted on raises for solid waste employees, machinists and police officers. But the mayor has warned it could mean cutting 550 positions. 

    By Samuel Hardiman May 21, 2025

  • Memphis mayor, police chief encourage city to ‘heal together’

    Following a not guilty verdict in the trial of three former police officers for the death of Tyre Nichols, Chief C.J. Davis said her departments is “committed to rebuilding trust and working together toward a stronger, safer Memphis for all.” 

    By Jody Callahan May 07, 2025

• March 2025

  • Mayor faces community uproar about xAI

    Environmental advocates are looking to stop Elon Musk’s xAI from receiving an air-emissions permit for the natural turbines that partially power its data center in Southwest Memphis.

    By Samuel Hardiman March 23, 2025

• February 2025

  • Memphians ask mayor questions about Elon Musk, MSCS and drive-out taggers

    Memphis Mayor Paul Young took his town hall approach to a corner of the internet this week, responding directly to Reddit users’ top concerns. 

    By Samuel Hardiman February 26, 2025

  • FedExForum renovations could last until 2032, mayor says

    Memphis Mayor Paul Young outlined the next steps in the planned renovations of FedExForum on Tuesday, Feb. 4.

    By Samuel Hardiman February 04, 2025

• January 2025

  • Mayor Paul Young recognized as Communicator of the Year

    Memphis Mayor Paul Young was named Communicator of the Year, joining a roster of past honorees that includes Joe Birch, Otis Sanford, Dr. James Downing, Penny Hardaway, Ted Townsend and Beverly Robertson.

    By Aisling Mäki January 23, 2025

  • Beale Street has a storied past. But what about the future?

    The City of Memphis could move next year to examine Beale Street’s governing structure, potentially creating a new entity to oversee the street.

    By Samuel Hardiman January 04, 2025

• October 2024

  • In the nation’s No. 2 city for cargo theft, experts seek answers

    The city is positioned to be a transportation powerhouse, but crime is a problem. Cargo thefts in Memphis were up nearly 60% in the first six months of 2024 over all of 2023, said Memphis Logistics Summit panelist Melzie Wilson.

    By Jane Roberts October 03, 2024

• September 2024

  • Biden signs gun-safety executive order, Memphis mayor attends event

    “This bold action will help save lives and protect our neighborhoods from the devastating effects of gun violence,” Mayor Paul Young wrote in a post on Instagram.

    By The Associated Press,  The Daily Memphian Staff September 28, 2024

• August 2024

  • Mayor Young, MPD’s Davis tout initiative to help businesses hurt by crime

    A new initiative from the city’s Economic Development Growth Engine (EDGE) offers money to local businesses to help them pay for adequate lighting or landscaping, both of which can deter crime.

    By Aarron Fleming August 29, 2024

  • City of Memphis hires forensic auditor for MATA

    Mayor Paul Young also said the City plans to hire an outside transit consultant to help plot the transit system’s next steps. 

    By King Jemison August 06, 2024

• July 2024

  • New EDGE president nominated

    Memphis Mayor Paul Young and Shelby County Mayor Lee Harris have nominated an Economic Development Growth Engine president after more than two years without one. 

    By Sophia Surrett July 31, 2024

  • Young: We need smart, capable leaders on school board

    Memphis Mayor Paul Young writes: “Even if you do not have kids participating in the system, I ask you to treat the current school board election as a key vote worthy of your highest attention.”

    By Paul Young July 16, 2024

  • Memphis budget woes spark worry from bond rating agency

    The outlook change signals that Fitch Ratings has concerns and could downgrade the City of Memphis’ bond rating.

    By Samuel Hardiman July 16, 2024

  • Mayor Young appoints interim leader of Memphis Animal Services

    Memphis Mayor Paul Young made the appointment announcement at a Thursday night meeting of his administration with more than 35 animal advocates from across the area.

    By Jody Callahan July 12, 2024

• June 2024

  • Analysis: A printer breaks gridlock? And other budget-season takeaways

    A few quiet moments during an eventful Memphis City Council day illustrated the new and evolving power dynamics at Memphis City Hall.

    By Samuel Hardiman June 30, 2024

  • Calkins: A mayoral basketball game won’t save us. But the spirit behind it just might.

    It was Mayor Paul Young vs. Mayor Lee Harris on the basketball court Saturday. And it was not always a pretty sight. But the impulse behind it was beautiful. Isn’t that what really counts?

    By Geoff Calkins June 08, 2024

• May 2024

  • Memphis mayor talks crime ‘suppression’ at One Memphis town hall

    Paul Young said the city’s strategy for crime suppression includes “criminal activity disruption” along with focusing police and city blight efforts in high-crime areas.

    By Bill Dries May 28, 2024

  • City’s latest LGBTQ+ liaison brings political voice, experience to role

    Cordova-native Renee Sekander found her voice while advocating on her college campus. “Even though my voice was a bit shaky at the time, I was really confident in what I was speaking up about.”

    By Kambui Bomani May 27, 2024

  • Le Bonheur unveils $95M expansion

    The Stax Music Academy Band belted out a rousing rendition of the Bar-Kays’ “Soulfinger” as hundreds of guests gathered on Le Bonheur’s front lawn Wednesday, May 8. 

    By Aisling Mäki May 08, 2024

  • Mud Island Amphitheater could get major renovation

    The City of Memphis’ proposed capital-improvement budget includes issuing $17.6 million in debt over four years for the amphitheater’s renovation. A potential big-name operator could be interested, too.

    By Samuel Hardiman May 06, 2024