Herrington: ‘Bluff City Law’ Ep. 1 Recap: Strait & Associates is open for business
From the Hernando de Soto Bridge to Rum Boogie Cafe and various points in between, Memphis looked sharp in the debut episode of "Bluff City Law."
Grizzlies, Andre Iguodala reach understanding ahead of training camp
The Memphis Grizzlies and forward Andre Iguodala have reached an agreement about their mutual future ahead of next week's beginning of NBA training camps.
Calkins: Penny Hardaway has to prove ‘em wrong again
Can Penny Hardaway get the most out of his No. 1 recruiting class? Early top 25 rankings suggest the experts are skeptical. Which is just fine by Hardaway, who aims to prove them wrong again.
Fired secretary in grade-tampering scandal alleges lax rules in Memphis district
During her emotional, daylong testimony in her gender discrimination lawsuit against the district, Shirley Quinn described a system that did not encourage her to follow rules to prevent grade tampering.
Germantown aldermen vote to censure Massey over cyber security training
Germantown aldermen voted to censure Alderman Dean Massey in a 3-2 vote Monday due to his failure to complete cyber security training.
FedEx doesn’t dwell on past in annual shareholder meeting
FedEx shareholders returned 12 directors to the board, endorsed company plans for named executive officer compensation and shot down two proposals from dissident stockholders during the company's annual meeting in Memphis Monday.
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
The future is bright for Downtown and Midtown, developers say
“The incentive tools work — $2 million of incentives brings about almost $9 million of investment — that is real change for our community.”
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
Premium Real Estate Food Files: Society Memphis is back — and soon Little Italy Midtown will be, too.
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
$15 Deal: A beautiful bún on Bao Toan’s new lunch menu
The new lunch menu makes a meal at Bao Toan in Crosstown Concourse an affordable indulgence.
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.