Friday night came with disappointing news that James Wiseman was ruled “likely ineligible” by the NCAA because his family was provided $11,500 in moving expenses in 2017 by Penny Hardaway. Legal experts including Wiseman's attorneys provide some insight into what to expect going forward.
Eight acts were inducted into the Memphis Music Hall of Fame. Those musicians in attendance expressed their gratitude for the honor and the city that nurtured their talents.
Indiana Hunt-Martin, one of seven surviving members of World War II's 6888th Postal Battalion, spoke at FedEx Express World Headquarters Friday, Nov. 8, during an early Veterans Day program.
After a 138-122 loss to the Dallas Mavericks as rookie point guard Ja Morant was rested, Memphis coach Taylor Jenkins and players agree the team's defense is far behind its offense.
Tara Lea gets the winning goal and Allison Luckhardt's goalkeeping makes it stand up as Briarcrest wins its second soccer championship.
Shelby County Mayor Lee Harris discusses the sales tax referendum, MATA and more with host Eric Barnes and The Daily Memphian’s Bill Dries.
Also happening this week: Shelby County Commissioners begin budget talks, and Tom Lee Park reopens temporarily.
Centennial Place Shopping Center is up for sale, Trinity Ridge Business Center and Clark Tower have new tenants and Mi Escuelita doubles its space.
“Track is unique because it is both an individual and a team sport. It is a meritocracy in which the best time wins and the fastest athletes get to perform regardless of the opinions of parents or coaches. But the competition in track is not just between runners, but most importantly within each runner too.”
It might sound boring to spend too much time talking up a chicken sandwich, but Belltower’s is a sleeper hit.
Brent Rooker, who lives in Germantown during the MLB offseason, is the 60th player in major league history to homer twice in an inning. The last A’s player to do it was Mark McGwire in 1996.
Johnnie Taylor was honored posthumously with a discussion on his legacy, the unveiling of his Beale Street Brass Note and the showing of a 20-minute documentary on his musical career.
“According to the latest statistics, Memphis’s population is 621,000, and 16.5% are uninsured, meaning 102,000 are affected.”
Here’s part three of asking Daily Memphian staffers their food hot takes, date night ideas, lunch plans and more. Digital desk manager Elle Perry, digital producer Nick Lingerfelt and reporter Sophia Surrett are in the hot seat.