MLGW: Extra crews, planning minimized storm’s wallop
The utility expected all power to be restored to customers by midnight Monday. Presidents Island had the most sustained damage, with numerous power poles broken or uprooted by straight-line winds.
Calkins: Go Tennessee Titans! (Because Nashville could use the break)
It's time that Memphians come together to support the Tennessee Titans. Because we shouldn't hoard all the joy.
Rudd announces raises to get lowest-paid workers to $13 by July 1
The lowest-paid workers at the University of Memphis are to get two raises this year, bringing them to $13 an hour.
Germantown aldermen approve land swap, review multifamily guidelines
Germantown's Board of Mayor and Aldermen approved a land swap with the school district in a 3-2 vote Monday. The city wants 15 acres at Forest Hill Elementary for a park and water tower, and the school district gets space for athletic fields at Houston Levee Park.
Tiger basketball notebook: Precious Achiuwa’s dominance, offense shows potential
Precious Achiuwa has nearly 100 more rebounds than any other Memphis player this season. Meanwhile, a look at the Tigers’ escape from South Florida.
Dogwood cell tower approved by Germantown Board of Education
Germantown's Board of Education approved a cell tower at Dogwood Elementary School Monday. The tower proposal must still go through multiple city approval steps before construction begins at the site.
Wheel tax increase for MATA goes back to county committee for more study
A proposed $20 wheel tax increase for MATA funding wasn't voted on Monday by the Shelby County Commission, which will revisit the resolution next week in committee.
Wheel tax increase to be pulled from Shelby County Commission agenda
Commissioner Willie Brooks, a sponsor of the wheel-tax resolution, said he's willing to find other ways to fund MATA.
Students step up for shoe design contest
Three-day competition will give participants a look inside the design industry while learning about teamwork and giving to charitable causes.
TVA, Memphis ask big things of each other
Memphis wants TVA's property at McKellar Lake for a big, new river port. TVA wants Memphis to remain as a long-term power customer. Will both get what they want?
Calkins: There’s no quit in Precious Achiuwa and the Memphis Tigers who remain
On the day James Wiseman was supposed to return from suspension, the Memphis Tigers rallied to beat South Florida by refusing to give up.
A tale of two bridges
The Mighty Lights on the I-55 Harahan Bridge went live late in 2016, and the Hernando DeSoto Bridge formed the other half of the dynamic display two years later. Now they're a pair of massive porch lights on the city's west front.
Department of Correction survives scathing audit despite proof it misclassified deaths
The Tennessee Department of Correction received a four-year extension Monday despite accusations of corruption and a harsh audit showing it misclassified homicides.
Metro
The Early Word: Star fights Chickasaw gates, and Feagins won’t back down
Beale Street has safety measures in case of attack, the City Council takes up gun reform again and Zach Edey’s haters may be eating their words.
Premium City of Memphis Here’s how Memphis’ crime — and what we spend to combat it — compares to other cities
Business
Longtime Memphis law firms start new year with merger
A Memphis law firm with expertise in estate planning and trusts will join forces with one well-versed in real estate, corporate, and labor and employment law.
The Sidebar: Eric Barnes on arts, culture & more Epicenter’s evolving role in Memphis’ start-up ecosystem
Sports
Houston’s Percoski steps out of the shadows and into a starring role
A summer spent on the EYBL circuit has helped the senior develop into a consistent double-double producer on one of the area’s better teams.
Premium Memphis Grizzlies ‘The kid in me is excited’: Jaren Jackson Jr. plays dream game against Mavericks
Food
What to Order: The Mad Grocer’s Reuben
“Mad Grocer” Max Hussey approaches sandwiches through the lens of a fine dining chef. His Reuben is a prime example.
Suburbs
Lakeland mayor reflects on first two years
The past two years have been a busy time for Lakeland Mayor Josh Roman. Overseeing a city as its mayor tends to take a lot of attention.
Arts & Culture
Finding your stride: Which Memphis running group is right for you?
Runners can rack up the miles with like-minded friends on trails, through scavenger hunts or with a beer at the end.
Opinion
Herrington: Jimmy Butler to the Grizzlies? The anatomy of a rumor.
No evidence of Grizzlies interest in Jimmy Butler doesn’t necessarily mean there’s no interest. But if you look closely at the parameters and complications of a potential Butler deal, it still feels pretty unlikely.
Podcasts
Reporters dig into crime, Mulroy ouster attempt, other top 2024 stories
Violent crime and efforts to battle it were among the top stories of the year as discussed in a reporters’ roundtable on “Behind The Headlines.”
Games
Jigsaw: Nagoya House is a bowl of fun
This week’s jigsaw features a photo of the warm and hearty spicy tonkotsu at Nagoya House in Cooper-Young.