Southland announces $250 million investment in casino, 20-story hotel
Southland Gaming & Racing on Thursday announced a $250 million investment in a 300-room, 20-story hotel and a full-fledged casino adjoining a greyhound racetrack in West Memphis.
Calkins: Memphis had a shot to beat Temple – but missed
Memphis lost to Temple Thursday night, 85-76, in a game that demonstrated that old basketball truism: You won’t win many games when you shoot 4.3 percent from deep.
Attorneys ask for change of venue in Lorenzen Wright murder case
Attorneys for Sherra Wright have asked the court to bring in a jury from Davidson County to hear the murder case, fearing their client can not get a fair jury in Memphis.
Rose takes Republican primary for state Senate District 32
Covington businessman Paul Rose bested three rivals from Shelby County to take the Republican primary in the special primary election for state Senate District 32 Thursday.
Stonebridge Golf Course on the auction block
Stonebridge Golf Course is to be sold on the courthouse steps after owners defaulted on their loan.
Road Recap: Tigers fall to Temple for third road loss
The Memphis Tigers' road woes continued Thursday night against the Temple Owls, as poor 3-point shooting slowed a second-half comeback rally.
Metro
Appeals court sides with city in suit brought by Cleotha Abston victim
The state appeals court affirmed that the city is protected from suit over claims that Memphis police allegedly failed to properly investigate when Cleotha Abston raped a woman in 2021.
Premium Public Safety Police likely looking for more suspects in Memphis Allies shooting
Premium Education As Medical District High seniors graduate, they’re already juniors in college
Shelby County Harris proposes lower property tax rate, $5 wheel tax hike
Business
Food Files: Bahama Breeze closes, Second Line goes Hawaiian
A new coffee shop is opening in Midtown, and people may “Just Love” it.
Premium Health Care Varsity Brands commits millions to St. Jude
Premium Transportation & Logistics Better lighting, ‘car condos’ set to take off at Memphis airport parking lots
Business Elon Musk-founded xAI could purchase large order of transformers
Sports
Friday prep report: ECS girls win first state lacrosse title
Casey Vargo leads the way with eight goals as the Eagles take control early against University School of Nashville. Also, a rough day for local baseball teams as Collierville, Houston and MUS are eliminated from postseason play.
Sports Tigers fall in dramatic fashion, will not qualify for AAC Tournament
Premium Sports Showboats work overtime, but get second win of season
Premium Sports Redbirds recap: Memphis snaps losing streak with win over Nashville
Food
$15 Deal: Alex’s Greek burger has Cavender’s, grease and a legacy
If you’re lucky enough to stumble into Alex’s Tavern, you gotta get the burger.
Suburbs
Crosswind Elementary teachers get first look at school expansion
Crosswind Elementary teachers toured the school’s expansion Tuesday afternoon. The wing will be connected to the main building over the summer.
Arts & Culture
Summer Drive-In closing
The site was listed for sale in March, but the president of Malco Theatres said it would only be sold “if it was the right thing to do.”
Opinion
Conaway: We are Warriors, every one
“It’s the city, man,” the band’s leader, Dr. Ollie Lindell, answered when asked where that joy comes from, “the soul.”
Podcasts
Sound Bites: Gina Neely talks food, family and SmokeSlam
Gina Neely is the guest on this week’s “Sound Bites.” In addition to riffing on what makes good barbecue and why Memphis is No. 1 on her list, Neely and Holly Whitfield discussed SmokeSlam.
Games
5 by 5 crossword: May 16
Can you finish this puzzle and hear the sweet sound of victory?