‘Project Iris’ may bring lots of jobs to Frayser-Raleigh area
An unidentified distribution and warehouse operation wants to build a multimillion-square-foot center in the Frayser-Raleigh area.
Ole Miss Notebook: Rebels hope right tackle Givens can play
The Ole Miss Rebels hope senior right tackle Alex Givens can play Saturday at Memphis. Meanwhile, a group of running backs will rotate behind starter Scottie Phillips.
Le Bonheur, St. Jude, Old Dominick plan expansions
Three well-known Memphis institutions are seeking approval from the Memphis and Shelby County Board of Adjustment to expand their operations.
Parents, students seek SCS inquiry of Southwest Early College High School
Superintendent Joris Ray said what he heard about Southwest Early College High School gave him “grave concern,” but stopped short of saying the district would investigate.
Martavious Banks, man shot by police, pleads guilty to evading arrest
Martavious Banks, shot by a Memphis police officer in 2018, pleaded guilty to evading officers and possession of a gun. He was placed on probation for two years.
Memphis-area hotels post strong 2019 so far, but slower growth expected
The Memphis area hotel industry is making progress in absorbing a glut of new hotel rooms, particularly in the Downtown area, though the additional supply is affecting occupancy.
Metro
MSCS board unanimously OKs expanded bus service in response to ICE concerns
Nearly 20 Latino and immigrant advocates requested efforts protecting and distancing students from Task Force operations, including Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
Public Safety Lindsey Whiteside granted bond, home incarceration for 2nd time
Financial Services Former Evolve CEO to remain in custody on child porn charges
Shelby County Halbert likely to go to Tennessee Supreme Court on revived ouster complaint
Business
Former Evolve CEO to remain in custody on child porn charges
Robert Hartheimer was arrested by FBI agents on Thursday, Oct. 23, at Memphis-based Evolve Bank & Trust’s headquarters.
Real Estate Restaurant opening in Downtown’s former Tamp & Tap
Premium Real Estate Local shop remodels to support more women, one bra at a time
Financial Services Evolve Bank & Trust CEO arrested for child pornography
Sports
Takeaways from Memphis’ exhibition game against Arkansas
After Penny Hardaway’s Tigers basketball team made its first public showing of 2025-26, it is evident there is plenty to still tune up. Former Tiger Jahvon Quinerly ditches retirement for one-on-one tournamentRelated content:
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High School Sports Houston girls soccer tames Summit in Class AAA state quarterfinals
Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball Former Tiger Jahvon Quinerly ditches retirement for one-on-one tournament
Food
Restaurant opening in Downtown’s former Tamp & Tap
“Having this space activated is important to bring more people in and liven up Downtown,” said Downtown Memphis Commission planning manager Brian Mykulyn.
Suburbs
Lindsey Whiteside granted bond, home incarceration for 2nd time
Lindsey Whiteside appeared in U.S. District Court in Oxford, Mississippi, on Tuesday for a decision on bond and incarceration as she awaits trial on federal charges involving sexual battery with a minor.
Arts & Culture
Memphis Movies This Week: ‘Bugonia’ is new, and here’s what’s coming ‘back to the future’
Thursday is once again movie night in Memphis, this week with a particular Halloween flavor.
Opinion
Can you hear us now? Daily Memphian adds audio features
In recent weeks, we’ve added more audio capabilities to our site.
Podcasts
Grizzlies podcast: Cedric Coward makes splash
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington share what impresses them most about Memphis Grizzlies rookie Cedric Coward’s strong start.