Despite minor injury, Achiuwa expected to play against Cincinnati
Precious Achiuwa is dealing with a lower leg injury, but the freshman forward is expected to play in the Tigers' game Thursday.
Calkins: Ja Morant tells James Harden and the basketball universe about his Grizz
Ja Morant took on James Harden and the Houston Rockets on a night that helped define the new Memphis Grizzlies.
UPS, Blues City Brewery expansions pack big economic impact
The Economic Development Growth Engine of Memphis & Shelby County approved tax abatements for UPS and Blues City Brewery expansions Wednesday. They have a combined one-time economic impact of $470 million.
600 more SCS students qualify for gifted program after universal screening
Across Shelby County Schools district, 600 more students in kindergarten through second grade are starting in the district’s gifted education program, known as CLUE, which stands for Creative Learning in a Unique Environment. Another 600 older students are waiting for additional state testing to see if they qualify.
Kyle Pope to lead Tigers defensive line
Coach Ryan Silverfield has chosen Kyle Pope as his next defensive line coach.
Cohen praises impeachment managers; Republican Senate primary field takes shape
2020 Campaign Round Up: Bill Hagerty has the president’s backing while Dr. Manny Sethi says Hagerty is a “Washington insider.”
Tigers Podcast: Football staff hires and Tigers’ NCAA hopes
Tigers beat writers Jonah Jordan and Drew Hill talk about Ryan Silverfield's staff hires, Brady White retention and Penny Hardaway's path to the NCAA Tournament.
Metro
The AM/DM podcast: Veganuary makes the case for plant-based eating
Interested in a plant-based lifestyle? Newsletter editor Bianca Phillips has thoughts and tips.
Shelby County Top County Commission votes: MSCS board elections, budget, ethics
unlocked State Government State senator to introduce legislation targeting school board member who supported Lindsey Whiteside
Elections First five qualify as 2026 Shelby County primary field takes shape
Unlocked City of Memphis Money, MATA, xAI: Top Memphis City Council votes of 2025
Business
Want to be healthier? Local app makers are looking out for you.
A new wave of Memphis-connected health apps is giving residents real-time tools to track stress, manage chronic conditions and adjust care without waiting for a doctor’s visit.
Real Estate First Horizon building next to former Houston’s sold
unlocked Business Marshall Steakhouse owner decides against selling
Real Estate Buc-ee’s in West Memphis and Fayette County delayed
Business XAI buys building for 3rd Memphis-area data center in Southaven
Sports
Navy faces Cincinnati in AutoZone Liberty Bowl with a full roster
Navy has one big advantage over Cincinnati in the AutoZone Liberty Bowl. Not only have the Midshipmen won three straight games, but they also have everyone on board for Friday's game against the Bearcats.
Sports Chambliss, Carneiro lift Ole Miss past Georgia in Sugar Bowl and into CFP semifinals
unlocked Memphis Tigers Basketball Buckley: 20 turnovers in an ugly win. Hardaway has a plan to trim the count.
Sports Gallery: AutoZone Liberty Bowl parade
Unlocked Memphis Tigers Basketball Memphis’ Sincere Parker makes first public comments since July arrest
Food
Table Talk: A year-end roundtable ... minus the table
As the year closes, the table remains what it has always been — a place to gather, to recalibrate, to keep going.
unlocked Business Marshall Steakhouse owner decides against selling
Suburbs
Bailey: Hold the jerky for a year. Buc-ee’s ain’t comin’ to Fayette County yet
Well, if you were planning on having some Beaver Nuggets this year from the Gallaway location, you need to put your taste buds on hold.
unlocked Millington ‘Save the Harrold’ campaign reimagines historic Millington building
Arts & Culture
Hike, paddle, mediate or wrestle your way into a new year
This week, an Elvis tribute artist pays tribute to Elton John, and Navy takes on Cincinnati in the AutoZone Liberty Bowl.
FULL ACCESS Visual Arts Dixon opens third installment of ‘Black Artists in America’
Opinion
Opinion: Cardiac arrest doesn’t wait. Neither should MLGW.
“As organizations set goals for the new year, there’s one resolution that belongs at the top of every leadership agenda: be ready to save a life.”
Shelby County Opinion: Why the Shelby County Clerk’s Office deserves our attention
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: Veganuary makes the case for plant-based eating
Interested in a plant-based lifestyle? Newsletter editor Bianca Phillips has thoughts and tips.
Behind The Headlines How clear is the line between immigration stops and MPD policy?
Games
Sudoku: Jan. 1
Are you ready for today’s puzzles?