County Commission overrides Harris’ veto of U of M swim center funding
Harris vetoed the allocation at the urging of local labor unions and worker advocates, because more than 330 U of M employees make less than $15 an hour.
No tricks, but TPC Southwind should be a treat for elite WGC-FedEx St. Jude field
PGA pros like TPC Southwind, so there's no reason to change it a whole lot.
Calkins: Memphis deserves this week
It may not be the best sporting event in the 200-year history of Memphis, but the World Golf Championships-FedEx St. Jude Invitational is the most deserved.
Memphis candidates’ finance reports: Big money to no money
The second quarter campaign finance reports show a big difference between Mayor Jim Strickland and his two closest challengers by the amount of money raised. But one of those challengers outspent him for the quarter.
Shelby County Schools to focus on empowering African-American males
Joris Ray, Shelby County Schools superintendent, says he wants to change the school district's approach to educating black male students, in order to "change the face of SCS and change the face of Shelby County and Memphis."
Big Brother wants you to visit home of blues, soul, rock ‘n’ roll
Ashley McHugh, Memphis Tourism’s first research director, said it’s “scary and fun” but not particularly creepy mining aggregated data on visitors to figure out where they come from and why.
Metro
‘The very foundation on which this city was built’ finally renovated
Memphis’ historic cobblestone landing formally opened Friday after at least 19 years of bureaucracy, red tape and the rise and fall of the Mississippi River.
Shelby County Sheriff’s office staying in ICE training program, MICAH says
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Education CBU exits probation after two years, school announces
Business
Lake District townhomes moving ahead
“I’ve been involved with The Lake District since 2012 and shepherded a lot of things through this,” a representative for the developer said, adding he could “see this development in my sleep or my nightmares.”
Premium Business Charlie’s Meat Market’s temporary closure could turn permanent
Business Kamala Harris to speak at Orpheum Jan. 15
Real Estate Houston company plans to turn two blocks of Downtown into a tech hub
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Sports
‘Sage the whole arena': Morant frustrated by loss to Jazz, team injuries
The Grizzlies’ loss to the Jazz wasn’t the triumphant return of Ja Morant the fans hoped to see.
Memphis Grizzlies Jazz take game away from Grizz in final seconds
Memphis Grizzlies Box score: Jazz 130, Grizzlies 126
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Roles change, but Vince Williams Jr. does not. Memphis’ agitator keeps fans guessing.
Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball What to watch as Memphis renews its rivalry with Louisville
Food
$15 deal: By the Brewery’s avocado toasted ‘Egg in the Hole’
This $12 sandwich is one of By the Brewery’s most popular items whether it’s breakfast or lunch.
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Suburbs
Lake District townhomes moving ahead
“I’ve been involved with The Lake District since 2012 and shepherded a lot of things through this,” a representative for the developer said, adding he could “see this development in my sleep or my nightmares.”
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Arts & Culture
Alabama Shakes will be first concert at new Grind City Amp
Grind City Brewing Co.’s new outdoor venue is set to open in the spring of 2026.
Premium Arts & Culture Metal Museum plans to open Overton Park space in 2026
Opinion
Martin: Memphis and Louisville are no longer rivals. That has to change.
The goal for Memphis has to be to elevate the status of its athletic programs so that it can credibly say that it’s a peer of Louisville’s once again.
Premium Guest Columnists Opinion: Rising health care costs will be breaking point for many Memphians
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: Wheel of Fortune, ‘Friday’ party and Phillips on a float
This weekend is awash in holiday parades — and you can even see Daily Memphian newsletter editor Bianca Phillips in person, during a Downtown parade.
Public Safety The AM/DM podcast: Tales from inside 201
Games
Sudoku: Dec. 11
Ready for today’s sudokus?