Calkins: Lessons I learned from my dad’s 99-year life
My father died the other day. Age 99. He knew just how lucky he was. We kids were lucky, too.
Amazon investing $200 million in Memphis robotics facility
This will be Tennessee's first Amazon facility to utilize Robotics Technology.
Calkins: Suddenly, the Penny Hardaway era hangs in the balance
Second seasons can be telling at Memphis. Can Penny Hardaway regain momentum in his second season as Memphis head coach?
Germantown votes to eliminate future standalone single-use multifamily complexes
Germantown aldermen voted Monday evening to eliminate future standalone single-use multifamily complexes in Smart Code districts. The revised ordinance covers units for sale or rent, including apartments and condominiums.
Josh Jackson called up to Grizzlies as Grayson Allen put on shelf indefinitely
After spending half his season with the developmental Memphis Hustle, former lottery pick Josh Jackson has been called up to the Grizzlies and is likely to debut this week.
Shelby County Wheel tax will stay at $50 after commission debate
A resolution to cut the wheel tax by $5 was voted down by the Shelby County Commission Monday.
Residency referendum a no-go on first County Commission reading
Shelby County Commissioners voted down on first reading Monday an ordinance that would let voters decide if county workers must live in the county.
Bipartisan division, frustration simmer beneath county’s blue surface
The jury is still out on whether Memphis will see much of the presidential campaigns a week away from the Iowa caucuses. But the divide over impeachment and social issues in a divided America is still evident in a blue county within a red state.
Committee considers residency exemptions for public safety workers
An ad hoc committee of the County Commission on residency for Shelby County workers is considering limited exceptions for sheriff's deputies and fire department personnel.
Grizz Week: De’Anthony Melton’s utility, Ja Morant’s All-Star case
De'Anthony Melton has emerged as a super sub for the Grizzlies, and this past weekend showed the ways. Plus: Could Ja Morant's ahead-of-schedule rookie season lead him to the All-Star game?
Update: Amazon has ‘no immediate plan’ to serve Memphis International
Citing a previous miscommunication, Amazon said Tuesday it has no immediate plans to fly Amazon Air planes through Memphis International Airport, home base of FedEx Express' global cargo airline.
Running back designation only a ‘label’ for Antonio Gibson
Antonio Gibson is entering the 2020 NFL Draft as a running back, but he doesn't feel like the label will define him.
Metro
Hundreds of jail inmates will be moved to combat overcrowding, sheriff says
Bonner also denied that his office is working with ICE to make immigration arrests and talked about inmate deaths at the jail, also known as 201 Poplar.
Premium Public Safety Gun purchased 6 hours before Mississippi Boulevard pastor was killed, witnesses say
Premium City of Memphis After more than a year of negotiations, the City of Memphis has closed on the Sheraton
Shelby County Judge to deny dismissal request for case against Ford
Business
2 new signs coming to Downtown skyline
Regions Bank is adding its name and logo atop a 98-year-old building in Downtown Memphis.
Update Business Council approves $2.5M loan for meals along with fire chief, general services head
Premium Business Arlington puts future solar plant plans on ice
Premium Business Chef Jimmy Gentry takes no-nonsense path to Michelin stage
Sports
Calkins: It’s the best sport in the universe — and it’s booming in Memphis these days
The hottest sport in Memphis? No, not pickleball. Cross country is having a moment. And that’s a very good thing.
Breaking News Memphis Grizzlies Former Grizzly Tony Allen arrested for drug possession in Arkansas
Update High School Sports TSSAA first-round playoff pairings in Memphis prep football
Memphis Grizzlies Rockets roast Grizzlies early, and never let go of throttle
Food
Table Talk: Michelin guide whets Memphis chefs’ appetite for stars
More from the Michelin Guide’s American South 2025 event as well as how the recognition has energized the Memphis honorees.
Suburbs
Gun purchased 6 hours before Mississippi Boulevard pastor was killed, witnesses say
The gun recovered at the apartment where Brodes Perry was killed was bought hours before he and his wife were shot, witnesses said in the second day of trial.
Arts & Culture
From ‘Southside Doublewide’ to ‘Cuffing Season,’ 5 must-see November concerts
Homegrown Booker T. Jones, rock singer-songwriter Jeff Tweedy, two-time Grammy-winning jazz instrumentalist Marcus Miller and more musicians come to Memphis this month.
Opinion
Calkins: It’s the best sport in the universe — and it’s booming in Memphis these days
The hottest sport in Memphis? No, not pickleball. Cross country is having a moment. And that’s a very good thing.
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: Motorists take notice of task force
With traffic stops being a large part of the task force’s activities, anecdotal evidence suggests some area drivers are becoming more conscientious about expired license plates and revoked driver’s licenses.