Memphis audience angry, anxious about Medicaid block grant proposal
Dozens speak out against Gov. Bill Lee's block grant plan for TennCare at the University of Memphis.
Levi’s, Justin Timberlake gift Stax Music Academy Songwriting Lab
Justin Timberlake and other musicians collaborated for two days in August with students at Stax Music Academy and with help from the Levi’s Music Project – and a $100,000 donation from JT himself – have provided a huge boost to the academy’s work.
DeBerry puts his record on the line for Harris challenge
State Rep. John DeBerry's stances in favor of restricting abortion and in support of education vouchers are well-known, and he won't change his mind even though 2020 election challenger Torrey Harris is highlighting the incumbent's voting record.
AAC Media Day: Injuries, Wiseman bulks up and Hardaway clarifies national championship quote
James Wiseman said he's added some more muscle thanks to a new diet and exercise regimen. His growth and other nuggets from Monday's AAC media day.
JPMorgan Chase investing $3M in Frayser, Whitehaven
The $3 million grant will go toward creating more small business and affordable housing opportunities in Frayser and Whitehaven.
City Council debates residency requirement for police, fire
Memphis City Council members appear divided on the idea of hiring police officers and firefighters from outside Shelby County.
Metro
Memphis musician killed after argument, police say
Memphis police arrest suspect after argument leads to death of Memphis musician Blake Rhea, who plays bass in the band Southern Avenue.
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Business
Atlanta-based company to develop 13-acre center in Memphis
Starting this week, Pattillo Industrial Real Estate will begin working on the 200,000-square-foot facility for a California-based business.
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Sports
Grizzlies, Ja Morant get revenge in win over Lakers
Star point guard Ja Morant shared his disdain for the Los Angeles Lakers after a dominant win on Wednesday. Grizzlies’ Jaylen Wells no longer a bookworm, but he’s quick to learn High-scoring Grizzlies soar over L.A., but Morant leaves with injuryRelated content:
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Food
10 November food and wine events you won’t want to miss
In November, you can enjoy cocktail-inspired chocolates, a green cook-off and a festival all about coffee.
Suburbs
Collierville mayor: Fraser to succeed Joyner, runoff required for Alderman Pos. 3
Collierville elected Maureen Fraser as its next mayor Tuesday. Mayor Stan Joyner is retiring later this year.
Arts & Culture
Memphis Movies This Week: ‘Anora’ arrives, a ‘Snail’ tale moves ‘forwards’
A version of the “beauty and the billionaire” fairy tale, “Anora” won the top prize at the Cannes Film Festival this summer and is now being touted as a top contender for a much more mainstream prize: The Oscar.
Opinion
Morris: Our local needs outweigh our national desires
“It isn’t new for bitterness and meanness to enter into American politics. It existed even from people we consider to be the founders of the nation.”
Podcasts
MLGW launching mailer campaign on lead water pipes
MLGW President and CEO Doug McGowen says on “Behind The Headlines” the utility has the money to replace its lines and is working on funding to replace it on the customer’s side of the connection.