Morant stars as Grizzlies beat Jazz in Conley’s return
Ja Morant scored 25 points in his national television debut as the Grizzlies won their third straight game over Mike Conley and the Utah Jazz.
Calkins: Ja Morant defeats Mike Conley in an unforgettable changing of the guards
Mike Conley returned to FedExForum Friday night. Ja Morant showed him his old team is in good hands.
Amazon still silent as site work churns
Despite mounting evidence Amazon plans to build and operate another big facility in Memphis, the company won't elaborate on its plans.
Friday football round-up: Goal-line stands helps ECS escape
ECS moves into Division 2-AA semifinals where they'll face Lausanne.
State Rep. Hardaway: Investigation needed into ‘business aspect’ of NCAA
With Memphis in an uproar over the eligibility of University of Memphis star James Wiseman, state Rep. G.A. Hardaway says he plans to push for a probe of the “business aspect” of the NCAA.
Penny Hardaway just wants to coach basketball
University of Memphis men's basketball coach wants a speedy resolution from the NCAA regarding James Wiseman’s eligibility so that his team can move on.
Metro
More than 70 would-be candidates get petitions for 2026 elections
Most of those checking out qualifying petitions Monday, Dec. 22, are looking to run in the May 5 Shelby County Democratic primaries. There are already some interesting trends.
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Ford Megasite The AM/DM podcast: BlueOval’s pivot to gas-powered trucks
Education Is Tennessee’s ban on religious charter schools unconstitutional? Attorney General says likely.
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Business
The AM/DM podcast: BlueOval’s pivot to gas-powered trucks
The shift to gas-powered trucks means West Tennessee isn’t tied to the nation’s precarious EV market.
Ford Megasite Ford shifts gears: Will produce gas-powered trucks, instead of EVs at BlueOval City
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Premium Real Estate Downtown mid-century high-rise bought for more than $3M
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Sports
GG Jackson reemerges for Grizzlies in Utah road win
Jackson notched his first start of the season and had his highest scoring night since early February last season.
Memphis Grizzlies Aldama’s career-high 37 points lead Grizzlies over Jazz
Memphis Grizzlies Box score: Grizzlies 137, Jazz 128
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Memphis Tigers Basketball Memphis handles Alabama State to snap 3-game losing streak
Food
What to order: Surf and turf at Porch & Parlor
While Porch & Parlor is a known destination for celebrations and formal gatherings, it’s also equally appropriate for an impromptu dinner on a Monday night.
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Suburbs
Trinity Church gets donated property in Collierville
Trinity Church, which has met in a gymnasium at Schilling Farms, will move its congregation westward to a home of its own.
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Arts & Culture
Memphis Movies This Week: ‘Song Sung Blue,’ ‘Marty Supreme’
Josh Safdie’s “Marty Supreme” arrives with the tagline “Dream Big.” But Craig Brewer’s “Song Sung Blue” one-ups it with the tagline “Dream Huge.”
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Opinion
Opinion: The good side of going viral
“Social media provides profound community benefits: the power to spread messages, support causes and connect neighbors.”
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Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: BlueOval’s pivot to gas-powered trucks
The shift to gas-powered trucks means West Tennessee isn’t tied to the nation’s precarious EV market.
Metro The AM/DM podcast: Christmas music and holiday spirit
Games
Daily Jigsaw: Metal Museum grows
This jigsaw puzzle features a photo of the former Memphis College of Art space in Overton Park and was taken by Brad Vest.