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
Trump taps familiar face for U.S. attorney of Western District
Dunavant was the chief federal prosecutor for West Tennessee during the first Trump administration.
State Government Trump names Memphian to TVA board
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Business
Trump names Memphian to TVA board
TVA board members are nominated by the president and confirmed by the U.S. Senate. Trump fired three board members this spring, leaving the board without a quorum.
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Sports
Why Grizzlies free agent addition Ty Jerome could be big deal
Ty Jerome may not be Desmond Bane, but his production off the bench for Cleveland last season showed signs of serious potential. Related content:
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Food
What to order: Turkey and dressing feeds the soul at The Four Way
The Four Way in South Memphis knows special-occasion food doesn’t have to be relegated to holidays and family gatherings.
Suburbs
Fire in the sky: Officials urge safety first with fireworks
While many people enjoy the sound and fury of fireworks around Independence Day, there are dangers associated with the firecrackers and Roman candles.
Arts & Culture
Pro tips for pollinator gardens
How to get more native plants into your yard — and your life. Related content:
Opinion
Buckley: Memphis Tigers coach feels like he’s working in the pros. Again.
“A decade after leaving the NFL, it’s basically as if the Memphis Tigers' Ryan Silverfield is back coaching professional football.”
Podcasts
Candidates ‘have the responsibility for turnout’
The Shelby County Election Commission chairman and the elections administrator talked about low voter turnout and election off year mechanics on “Behind The Headlines.”
Games
Jigsaw: Fresh ideas
This week’s jigsaw features a photo of a Memphian’s new take on a garden.