Proposed legislation would severely restrict abortion in Tennessee
Republican Gov. Bill Lee recently announced a package of legislation designed to ban abortion in Tennessee.
Four interstate shootings continue 2019 trend
A highway shooting this week was the fourth of the year and continues a trend of 45 on Memphis roadways last year.
Grizzlies Mailbag: End of a win streak, Jonas Valanciunas’ role, trade/free agency speculation
Was the recent Grizzlies' winning streak a mirage? Is Jonas Valanciunas' defense a problem? How should the Grizzlies be thinking about their future? The Grizzlies Mailbag ponders these questions and more.
Reconfigured airport terminal will be tight fit for airlines
The CEO of the Airport Authority says when the new concourse B opens in about a year, it will require a concourse manager to work with the air carriers. And the construction of six new gates will probably follow in the next phase, Scott Brockman said.
MLGW seeks firmer grasp of aquifer study’s progress
Memphis Light, Gas & Water's new contract with University of Memphis on a five-year aquifer study adds data and reporting requirements designed to keep the utility abreast of research activity.
Memphis the latest victim in chaotic college basketball landscape
The Tigers are still focused on winning the conference even after a 40-point loss at Tulsa.
AAF Memphis recognizes Ehrlich’s advertising career
Jerry Ehrlich joins the ranks of the most prominent advertising executives who have influenced Memphis clients and the community for decades.
Developers: Snuff District plan won’t block public access to river
Task force continues work on plan to improve Orange Mound
The Orange Mound Initiative task force continued to define its plan to improve economic conditions in the neighborhood, and the transfer of Land Bank properties is seen an important early step.
Metro
Freedom Award honorees call for action at National Civil Rights Museum
The museum awarded Marc Morial, Velma Lois Jones and Mark Suzman for their advancements in “truth, equity and justice.”
Premium Public Safety Memphis police data chief retires
Public Safety MPD sergeant arrested for domestic violence
Premium North Mississippi Community members demand resignation of school board member who defended Lindsey Whiteside
Business
Manufacturer to close Memphis facilities, lay off 152 employees
Most of the 152 employees will be laid off by early December.
Premium Health Care Glasses that slow nearsightedness in children now FDA-approved
Premium Real Estate Inked: Carhartt store opens in East Memphis
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Sports
Calkins: It was a surreal night on Beale Street — and everything Penny Hardaway dreamed
What do you get when you combine Penny Hardaway, Beale Street, Memphis Pom, the FBI and the National Guard? A night of Memphis basketball that seemed like a dream.
Memphis Tigers Basketball Memphis Tigers women’s basketball coach aims for momentum in preseason showcase
Memphis Tigers Basketball Ballin’ on Beale allows new Tigers to ‘experience Memphis’
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Herrington: The Grizzlies have been bad in preseason. A reason to worry?
Food
From Broad Avenue to the national stage: Wiseacre wins gold (and silver)
Sky Dog Amber was awarded Gold in the International Amber Lager category, and Tiny Bomb picked up Silver in the German-style Pilsener category.
Suburbs
Community members demand resignation of school board member who defended Lindsey Whiteside
The combination of Whiteside’s sentence and school board member Michele Henley’s defense of her has galvanized a growing movement focused on accountability within DeSoto County’s leadership and education systems.
Arts & Culture
Brew parties for coffee or beer lovers, plus ‘Art on Fire’ and art on the river
This week, local theaters perform murder shows, Crosstown showcases Vietnamese culture and you can make pottery at Chucalissa.
Opinion
Herrington: The Grizzlies have been bad in preseason. A reason to worry?
Preseason struggles are rarely predictive, but have the Memphis Grizzlies given fans good reason to worry?
Podcasts
Grizzlies podcast: NBA season predictions! Will Memphis avoid play-in?
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington share their 2025-26 season predictions, including individual player awards.