Herrington: ‘Bluff City Law’ Ep. 2 Recap: ‘I’m from South Memphis!’
In its second episode, "Bluff City Law" takes on barbecue and Elijah Strait tells us where he's from.
Calkins: Jaren Jackson Jr. and the new Grizzlies have a license to build
Jaren Jackson Jr. did something that might surprise you this summer. Can he and the other kids drive the Grizz?
Memphis Madness: Speculation rises after Lil Baby Instagram post
An Instagram post suggests rapper Lil Baby will be in town on Thursday, opening speculation about the entertainment lineup for Memphis Madness.
Superlo Foods to open in closed Orange Mound Kroger store
Superlo Foods, a Memphis-based grocery store chain, hopes to open a location in Orange Mound Dec. 1.
Restoring ranks of Memphis Police Department is part of election campaigning
Hiring more officers for the Memphis Police Department has been part of campaigns, including Mayor Jim Strickland's re-election bid.
Made for Memphis: James Wiseman is the student and the teacher
James Wiseman's high school Chinese-language teacher said the 7-footer is more than just a star athlete.
Metro
MSCS board votes to sue over state takeover proposal
The MSCS board’s resolution claims that Tennessee lawmakers’ takeover proposal “directly conflicts with established constitutional provisions and statutory requirements.”
Premium Education Closures, spending, superintendent hires: What could state appointees decide about Memphis schools?
City of Memphis Mayor proposes 2% raise for city employees and no tax increase
State Government Tennessee Republicans push for significant last-minute ESA voucher expansion
City of Memphis The AM/DM podcast: Man accused of attempting to kidnap mayor pleads guilty
Business
$1B for rural health care coming to Tennessee
Tennessee health leaders met in Memphis to talk about how to address rural health care needs.
Premium Business On the Flip Side, Memphis pinball bar under new ownership
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Sports
Tuesday prep report: Collierville baseball holds off Houston for No. 1 seed in the district
Clutch pitching from closer Bradley Stubbs gave the Dragons a second straight dramatic victory over their biggest rival.
Premium High School Sports Friendly rivalry fuels Tennessee’s best pole vaulters
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High School Sports Daily Memphian track and field honor roll
Premium Sports Redbirds recap: Memphis drops opening game of series for first time this season
Food
What’s good for the Goose is made ‘the hard way’
The Silly Goose Lounge’s co-owner won’t be giving away the secret recipes and days-long methods to their pizzas or cocktails, but he promises, “There’s a lot of work behind when you order a drink.”
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Suburbs
Friendly rivalry fuels Tennessee’s best pole vaulters
For Claire Wetick of St. Agnes and Collierville’s Ava Williams, the closest competition is coming from within.Related content
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Arts & Culture
Memphis Movies This Week: Pop stars in ‘Michael,’ ‘Mother Mary’
Memphian Jaylen Hunter makes his movie debut as the young version of Marlon Jackson in the earlier sections of new Michael Jackson biopic, “Michael.”
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Opinion
Herrington: First look at the potential Ja Morant trade market
A Grizz-centric spin around the NBA, with an early look at the (very theoretical) Ja Morant trade market, a peak toward June’s draft and a bittersweet gaze across the early playoff landscape.
Premium Spirit of Memphis Calkins: Ted Butler is about to teach his 100,000th golf lesson. And he’s not about to stop.
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: Man accused of attempting to kidnap mayor pleads guilty
The plea may end a saga that made national news, but it’s complicated.
City of Memphis The AM/DM podcast: Soccer and city budget season kick off
Games
Sudoku: April 20
Are you ready for today’s puzzles?