Calkins: Happily, Rory McIlroy is no robot
Rory McIlroy got help from a FedEx robot Wednesday. But the way he talked about the raw emotions of the British Open showed his humanity.
For No. 1 Koepka, a victory at WGC-FESJI would have exponential impact on his season
Brooks Koepka loves Majors. And the WGC-FedEx St. Jude Invitational is the next best thing.
Justin Rose puts focus on defending FedEx Cup title
Justin Rose comes to Memphis getting ready to work on his defense of the FedEx Cup championship.
Sexton promises to end ‘kill list’ as House Speaker
With a promise to give lawmakers more freedom, Cameron Sexton of Crossville vaulted to victory Wednesday as House Speaker-select, a month ahead of a special session to replace resigning Speaker Glen Casada.
Navy relinquishing 42 acres on Presidents Island
Demand is high for industrial acreage on Presidents Island, and the property that the Navy is giving the Port Commission is the largest available undeveloped tract on the island.
Who let the dogs out? Penny Hardaway wants freshmen to be (Baha) men in Caribbean
Memphis coach Penny Hardaway wants to see his young team grow up on its upcoming trip to the Bahamas.
Metro
Once weighing whether to leave, new CBU president tasked with saving school that shaped his life
Ron Brandon seriously considered leaving CBU, which he wasn’t sure would survive its troubles. But he stayed because of his devotion to his alma mater, and now he has plans to ensure that CBU survives and even thrives.
City of Memphis Woman arrested at ICE protest appears in court
Public Safety Man dies in Frayser after chase with Task Force
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Business
Amazon to add new same-day delivery facility in Memphis
The new hub will support local package processing and last-mile operations, officials said.
Premium Business Another local AI data center planned, this one on Sycamore View
Movers and Shakers Movers & Shakers
Premium Real Estate After a steep drop in 2025, new home starts picking up in Lakeland
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Sports
Tigers big man Bradshaw sustains multiple injuries in win over Temple
Memphis coach Penny Hardaway reveals details of starting forward Aaron Bradshaw’s injury from the first half of a victory over the Owls.
Memphis Tigers Basketball Memphis hands Temple its first conference loss to shake up American
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Memphis Grizzlies Ja Morant ruled out of Grizzlies international game
Memphis Tigers Basketball Box score: Memphis 55, Temple 53
Food
Table Talk: Smoke signals and mixed messages
A case of too many festivals and not enough unity.
Premium Food Not so fast, barbecue fans. Amid uncertainty over combined BBQ fest, community reacts
Suburbs
Concrete plans: Design approved for multi-use safe room in case of emergencies
The new multipurpose safe room will play a big role for residents, particularly those in unincorporated areas, during — and outside of — severe weather.
Germantown Germantown updates rules on beer, liquor sales
Arts & Culture
‘Young Warriors’ is more than a movie made in Memphis; it’s the start of a film ecosystem in Memphis
As “Young Warriors” wraps filming across Memphis, a local production company is proving the city can be both the setting and the engine for films with national reach and deep local roots.
City of Memphis Council plans to turn block of Monroe into ‘Hyde Family Way’
Opinion
Opinion: For Memphis Jews, the arson attack in Jackson is painfully close to home
“Beth Israel is a place where people come to mourn loved ones and celebrate new love, to mark milestones and share meals together. Anyone who visits their church, mosque or temple for such moments can easily imagine our pain.”
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Podcasts
Grizzlies podcast: Memphis entertaining trades for Ja Morant
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington sort through the reasons Memphis may be interested in trading Ja Morant and the upcoming week of international games.
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Games
Sudoku: Jan. 13
Are you ready for today’s puzzles?