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
Indicted Millington police officer fired for falsifying timesheets
Millington police officer Bryan Childress fired after an investigation revealed he was filing false timesheets, pocketing nearly $3,000 by doing so.
Metro The AM/DM podcast: Go off-the-beaten path this weekend
Premium The Early Word The Early Word: Dems sweep county offices; TN will have a female governor
2026 Elections Elections Most of Shelby County state Legislature incumbents clear primaries — even those running for U.S. House
2026 Elections Elections Just 2 incumbents keep their seats in Shelby County judicial races
Business
Frontdoor beats Q2 expectations with ‘record profitability’
The Memphis-based home warranty provider boasted strong results for Q2 2026.
Health Care Regional One unveils plans for new hospital at old Commercial Appeal building
Financial Services First Horizon launches new financial institutions group
Real Estate $25M plan for former Houston’s and First Horizon site begins
Health Care Jail’s healthcare provider opts out of renewing contract
Sports
Rory McIlroy commits to play FedEx St. Jude Championship at TPC Southwind
The No. 2 player in the world is returning to Memphis after electing to skip the FedEx St. Jude Championship last summer.
Memphis Tigers Basketball American Conference opponents announced for Memphis basketball
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies Mailbag: Can Zach Edey dunks and defense drive a surprise season?
Memphis Tigers Basketball New location for Memphis basketball game against Dayton has been set
Premium Sports Redbirds Recap: Nashville quiets Memphis offense in Game 3
Food
Food Files: Interstate Bar-B-Que sold, Majestic Grille plans on 10 more years
The Majestic Grille is committing to another decade Downtown, and Interstate’s original location has been sold to another barbecue purveyor.
Spirit of Memphis Memphis institution ‘Too Tall’ leaves legacy of big smiles
Suburbs
Bailey: Suburban elections lack intrigue of county general ballot
Drama evades most of the suburban races in Thursday’s ballot, but a Bartlett alderman continues to resurrect the idea of the suburbs separating from Shelby County.
Public Safety Millington police officer indicted on two felony counts, expected to be fired
Arts & Culture
Arts Beat: David Porter on ‘The Breakfast Club,’ Kingfish at The MET
Plus, several artists with ties to the Memphis region are on former President Barack Obama’s annual summer playlist.
The To-Do List A book fair meets beer, cat videos go big and a ramen shop has a birthday party
Opinion
Bailey: Suburban elections lack intrigue of county general ballot
Drama evades most of the suburban races in Thursday’s ballot, but a Bartlett alderman continues to resurrect the idea of the suburbs separating from Shelby County.
Premium Geoff Calkins Calkins: It’s the end of an era for the Memphis golf tournament
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: Go off-the-beaten path this weekend
This off-the-beaten-path weekend will take you on a foam run, through the lion’s gate portal and into the world of cat videos.
The Sidebar: Eric Barnes on arts, culture & more Pat Mitchell Worley on the legacy of Stax in Memphis
Games
Daily Jigsaw: A new day for the Old Daisy
This jigsaw puzzle features a photo of the Historic Daisy Theater and was taken by Patrick Lantrip.