$1 million in scholarships awarded to women to ‘follow their dreams’
Girls Inc., BankTennessee and A Step Ahead Foundation have awarded $1 million in college scholarships to women in the Memphis area since forming a partnership in 2014.
Friends of the Earth calls for $250M weatherization effort for Memphis
The environmental group among those urging Memphis Light, Gas and Water Division to look at possible changes to the utility’s relationship with the Tennessee Valley Authority is pushing a $250 million, five-year weatherization program for Memphis. Friends of the Earth launched the “Memphis Save Energy, Save Dollars” program with a rally Saturday.
Bill Lee’s Asia trip yields little for West Tennessee
Gov. Bill Lee landed a Mitsubishi corporate headquarters for Franklin during an Asian economic recruiting trip. But whether the travel abroad yields anything for the Shelby County area is unclear as Lee was noncommittal when asked about landing tenants for Memphis Regional Megasite.
Greer and Littles emphasize youth programs, personal experiences in council bids
Although they are running for different council seats on the October Memphis ballot, Sherman Greer and Craig Littles represent a new push by candidates for city office to move city priorities more toward youth programs. Greer and Littles are basing their push on their experiences as children in similar programs.
Memphis basketball hires new athletic trainer
Christopher Simmons, who worked for the University of Memphis basketball program when John Calipari was Tigers coach, returns as the team's athletic trainer.
Grizzlies sign Jonas Valanciunas, acquire first-round pick in free agency
On the first night of NBA free agency, the Memphis Grizzlies and the free agent center agreed to a three-year, $45 million contract.
Metro
AI-powered cameras are monitoring Downtown
Downtown Memphis’ 63 artificial-intelligence-powered traffic cameras monitor activity down to the types of vehicles that pass through its streets daily and how fast they are going. The city plans to add about 200 additional cameras.
Public Safety Two dead after shooting in South Memphis
Premium City of Memphis Professor says xAI turbines don’t affect air quality if company’s claims are true
Shelby County Sheriff’s Office pegs ‘worst case’ cost of new jail
Business
Colossus: Can Memphis stop Elon Musk?
To many, xAI is just another chapter in what residents said they think is a legacy of industrial racism and pollution. The debate centers on one central question: Is Colossus worth the cost?
Health Care Le Bonheur hires its first chief of child psychology, behavioral health
Business Bush Sr.'s granddaughter speaks to Memphis women’s foundation
Premium Food News Food Files: 711 Social to open in former DeeO’s; new owners for Ryu Sushi
Sports
Calkins: Ja went high and they went low. That’s how a magnificent night fell apart.
It was going to be a magnificent night for Memphis. Then Ja Morant and the Grizzlies crashed to the earth.
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Herrington: Worst playoff loss in Grizzlies history? No. Then again …
Premium Memphis Grizzlies The Grizzlies were on their way to joy. Then Morant hit the floor.
High School Sports Daily Memphian postseason girls basketball awards: Hernando, Houston, Memphis Business honored
Food
Sound Bites: What’s planned for ‘Felicia’s 2.0’
Chef Felicia Willett-Schuchart said Felicia Suzanne’s will offer signature dishes and Southern favorites.
Suburbs
Arlington superintendent lands new four-year contract
After settling the district after the death of former Arlington Schools superintendent Jeff Mayo, Allison Clark has been rewarded with a four-year contract.
Arts & Culture
Day-by-day guide to Riverbeat
Don’t know every band on the Riverbeat lineup? Daily Memphian staffers did the cold hard research into each artist performing at the Downtown Memphis music festival.
Opinion
Opinion: Remembering Holocaust is act of resistance
“On Wednesday, 600-plus members of our Memphis Jewish community gathered for our 63rd annual Yom HaShoah Commemoration, a solemn and vital moment for remembrance and reflection.”
Podcasts
Sound Bites: What’s planned for ‘Felicia’s 2.0’
Chef Felicia Willett-Schuchart said Felicia Suzanne’s will offer signature dishes and Southern favorites.