Conrad and Malone debate sales tax hike ballot question
The City Council chairman and the Memphis Fire Fighters Association president debated the proposed sales tax hike on "Behind The Headlines" in a discussion that featured lots of disagreement.
Memphis district recommends closing Southwest Early College High School
The school board will vote on the district’s recommendation to close the school at its October meeting, as the district has to provide 30 days notice on such a vote.
Options abundant for Memphis basketball in class of 2020
How many scholarships could open for the Tigers next season? A look at the Memphis staff on the recent recruiting trail.
Wissman wins third term in Arlington mayor’s race
Mike Wissman won re-election to a third term as Arlington's mayor Thursday, defeating Alderwoman Cheryl Pardue.
Tigers’ Everitt Cunningham stays ‘hungry’ after junior college
Defensive end Everitt Cunningham’s path to the Memphis Tigers steered through a Mississippi town with a unique name and a business district of two gas stations and a Dollar General.
Herrington: ‘Bluff City Law’ will put modern Memphis on the TV screen. But for how long?
When the made-in-Memphis series "Bluff City Law" premieres on NBC on Monday night, it will be the first time the city plays itself, in the present tense, in a television series.
Metro
State argues National Guard is army, not ‘militia.’ Why it matters
Recent legal filings and a statement from the governor’s office shows that the legality of the guard’s Memphis deployment could hinge on whether the Tennessee National Guard is an army or a militia.
Metro Mayor Young’s stand on Task Force and a showdown on Arctic Frost probe
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Business
Downtown restaurant closes after nearly two decades
“You have to draw the line somewhere,” said owner Shannon Wynne.
Premium Real Estate The future is bright for Downtown and Midtown, developers say
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
To boo or not to boo? What does Ryan Silverfield think about Tigers fans’ boos against USF?
The Tigers’ game against USF last Saturday was paused multiple times for injured South Florida players, eventually causing Memphis fans to boo.
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Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball Coach Cal Countdown: It’s the most painful loss in Memphis history. And it hurts for a whole new reason today.
High School Sports State girls soccer preview: Five local teams aim to bring home the championship
Food
Downtown restaurant closes after nearly two decades
“You have to draw the line somewhere,” said owner Shannon Wynne.
Suburbs
Beyond the bench: 21st Circuit Intervention Court champions recovery and responsibility
An Intervention Court in Mississippi provides an alternative to defendants handcuffed by addiction, giving them hope of an improving life.
Arts & Culture
Ask the Memphian: Does a ghost named Mary really haunt the Orpheum?
Throughout the years, plenty of people have claimed to see a ghostly little girl roaming the historic theater. She even has a reserved seat. But is there a story behind the hauntings?
Opinion
Can you hear us now? Daily Memphian adds audio features
In recent weeks, we’ve added more audio capabilities to our site.
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: Hoops, our favorite holidays and a veto vote?
Today, on The AM/DM podcast, newsletter editor Bianca Phillips and editorial director Mary Cashiola help prepare you for the next seven days.
Games
Daily WordRow: Oct. 27
Are you a Wordle fan? Try WordRow, a similar game. It’s free to play.