Defense rises to occasion as ECS wins 5th state title
Jacob Hatcher's fourth-quarter touchdown run is the difference as ECS shuts down CPA in the second half.
City releases mediation agreement with Tom Lee Park overhaul specifics
The mediation between the Memphis River Parks Partnership and the Memphis In May International Festival ends months of mediation between the two with a detailed agreement, down to square footage and feet between stages.
Nashville chancellor dismisses petition seeking to block Loews incentives
A bid by the Sheraton Downtown Memphis Hotel to block incentives for a new Loews convention center hotel in Memphis has been dismissed in Davidson County Chancery Court.
Methodist Le Bonheur offers tuition-free study at U of M for entry-level workers
Methodist Le Bonheur employees will be eligible for up to $4,000 in tuition credits a year to advance their careers and earn more money.
Senior primary care practice ChenMed to enter Memphis market
Tampa, Florida-based health care company ChenMed set to open three senior primary care clinics in Memphis.
Greater Memphis Chamber names Willie Gregory next chairman
The Greater Memphis Chamber chose the Nike executive to succeed Richard W. Smith as board chairman during the annual Chairman’s Luncheon at The Peabody on Thursday.
Metro
Federal judge removes himself in another high-profile case
Judge Mark Norris’ removal of himself follows his recusal in the federal criminal case of the five former Memphis Police Department officers who were charged in relation to Tyré Nichols’ 2023 death.
Education Southwest program will help new pilots climb through ranks faster
Public Safety City wants access to docs in Memphis officers’ criminal case
Premium The Early Word The Early Word: Grizz get Coward; Germantown gets more yoga pants
Business
Health department offering free HIV testing
“Shelby County has the second highest HIV infection rate among metropolitan areas in the United States, second only to the Miami metro area,” the health department’s director said.
Real Estate Supporting local businesses starts at Where Grit Meets Growth
Transportation & Logistics Airport to be named after FedEx founder
Transportation & Logistics FedEx leadership uncertain about 2026 outlook
Sports
Memphis native Kam Jones selected 38th by Pacers
Kam Jones becomes the first Memphis native to be drafted since Kennedy Chandler was selected by the Memphis Grizzlies in 2022.
Breaking News Memphis Tigers Basketball Memphis star Dain Dainja denied additional season of eligibility
Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies select West Virginia guard Javon Small in NBA Draft
Premium Sports Redbirds recap: Memphis falls by one run to Durham
Food
$15 Deal: The N’awlins at Bayou Bar & Grill
Come for the sandwich. Stay for the secret-recipe, spicy, sweet Zydeco sauce.
Suburbs
A hero’s welcome: Southaven celebrates William Brooks’ new home
A retired U.S. Army sergeant who served in Iraq got a special home on Wednesday with the help of the Tunnel to Towers Foundation.
Arts & Culture
This weekend brings outlaws, an Irish birthday and summer Shell shows
This week, Memphis Listening Lab turns four, art pairs with wine at the Brooks and there’s ballroom dancing on the Bluff.
Opinion
Grizzlies Draft Day Notebook: Coward cost, JJJ impact and the second round
Let’s pause between 2025 NBA Draft rounds to take stock with some next-day notes and reactions to the Memphis Grizzlies’ first-round move, how it might impact the rest of their summer and second-round expectations.
Podcasts
Grizzlies Podcast: End of season, arrival of NBA Draft
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington wrap up the NBA season, talk about this week’s big NBA trade and open the door to this week’s NBA Draft.