Trump defends Kavanaugh, stumps for Hyde-Smith in Southaven
Chili’s, St. Jude partnership is good for business
Man, 39, killed in officer-involved shooting in Bartlett; TBI investigating
Gubernatorial candidates disagree on education approach
Calkins: The complete, colorful history of Memphis Madness
Metro
The AM/DM podcast: Motorists take notice of task force
With traffic stops being a large part of the task force’s activities, anecdotal evidence suggests some area drivers are becoming more conscientious about expired license plates and revoked driver’s licenses. 
Premium State Government MPD is not working with ICE on immigration, Young says
Education MSCS says it’s on track to improve chronic absenteeism
Premium South Memphis Pastors take steps to control task force impact on their congregations
Business
How Malcolm Rawls helps Memphis RISE
“So many people in Memphis, unfortunately, are pros at managing poverty,” Malcolm Rawls said. “The biggest challenge is breaking the shame and stigma around asking for help with money and money management.” 
Premium Real Estate ‘A rising tide lifts all boats': Local vet has a vision for Collierville Square
Premium Business New initiative introduces Memphis-area students to high-demand careers
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Sports
Herrington: These Grizzlies need patience. Does a ‘joy’-less Ja Morant have any to give?
The demonstrative, communicative Morant fans witnessed in the season’s opening three-game homestand seemed like a distant memory Monday. 
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Memphis Tigers Football Memphis quarterback Brendon Lewis had a ‘great practice’ Monday
Sports Henderson’s late goal moves Tigers women’s soccer into semifinals
Food
What to order: The Memphian’s Korean BBQ short ribs and mushroom flatbread
Why bar hop the block when you can simply hop on an elevator?
Suburbs
Heroes needed: Youth Villages preps for annual Holiday Heroes initiative
The Holiday Heroes program for Youth Villages is underway and the organization is looking for volunteers to make the holidays special for young people under its care.
Arts & Culture
Orpheum Theatre Group to get a ‘facelift’ by 100th anniversary
The revitalization project is the latest in the Orpheum Theatre Group’s work to modernize the Downtown campus.
Opinion
Guest Column: ‘Living in Memphis means choosing life over fear’
“We can’t let people who don’t actually live in Memphis tell us how terrible our own city is. ... Yes, there’s risk here – but there’s also rhythm, resilience and beauty.” 
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: Visit a Downtown restaurant and the City Council
On this episode of The AM/DM podcast, editorial director Mary Cashiola and newsletter editor Bianca Phillips help you prepare for the week ahead.