Legs of Cincy’s Desmond Ridder present unique challenge for Memphis
The Tigers’ defense remembers from last season’s AAC title game just how dynamic the quarterback can be.
CA hospital, EMS surge facility prepared
People behind the COVID pressure-valve facilities in Shelby County are ready to go to work if the surge overwhelms hospital capacity.
Weirich fires longtime Shelby County assistant prosecutor Glenda Adams
Amy Weirich fires longtime assistant prosecutor Glenda Adams amid misconduct investigation.
Shelby County coronavirus case total grows by only 200 today
In Shelby County, 315,615 people have been tested for coronavirus; 12% have received a positive result.
How Ryan Silverfield and the Tigers are approaching Election Day
In total, 76 members of the Memphis football team are registered to vote, and many already have filed ballots.
School board to consider extending superintendent’s contract
The board voted unanimously Tuesday to give the public notice that it would discuss and vote on amending the annual $285,000 contract sometime in November.
Lake District adds two more eateries
Both of the new spots will open next spring or summer.
‘I might be small, but I am mighty': St. Benedict golfer’s drive comes from within
Claire Hollingsworth undaunted as she turns a disadvantage into her motivation.
Bartlett Post Office to accept absentee mail-in ballots
The U.S. Postal Service box in Bartlett will accept mail-in absentee ballots on election day up to 3 p.m. with a guarantee they will be in election commission hands by the time the polls close at 7 p.m. — the deadline to vote absentee.
Memphis sets up focus groups to ‘reimagine policing’
The “reimagine policing” group is to make recommendations by the start of the new year.
Tigers men’s basketball No. 2 in AAC preseason coaches poll
D.J. Jeffries and Landers Nolley II were named to the all-conference second team.
Is an earlier restart good for the Grizzlies?
Memphis won’t have to worry about roster turnover, but there are other elements at play.
Movie featuring ‘Sopranos’ star to film in Memphis
Lorraine Bracco, known for her role as Tony Soprano’s psychiatrist, will play one of the lead roles.
Tigers Football Insider: Why Brady White’s experience is key against Bearcats
“We’ve faced some very good opponents, but they’re arguably the best defensive line in the conference,” said Tigers coach Ryan Silverfield.
TSSAA high school football stat leaders: Lausanne’s Cunningham moves into top five in rushing yards, TDs
Lynx junior averaging 113.3 rushing yards per game and has scored 11 times.
$62M parking, walking proposal passes first test
The package of projects that includes a $42 million “Mobility Center” is designed to balance the needs of those hunting for a parking spot with those walking around Downtown and the riverfront.
Metro
Commission to consider new rules for one of the county’s ‘biggest financial concerns’ — grants
One commissioner is proposing to put more conditions on the $2.6 million the body allocates for grants days after Mayor Lee Harris warned that funding grants is a great share of the county’s budget.
Metro New pavilions, upgrades coming to Memphis parks, safety concerns linger
Premium Spirit of Memphis Make-A-Wish golf tournament tees off its 16th year with new name
Premium Spirit of Memphis Past struggles and a near-death experience led Curtis Hines to co-found a nonprofit for South Memphis men
Premium Education Memphis students adapt to changing college-admissions process
Business
Make-A-Wish golf tournament tees off its 16th year with new name
The Memphis Area Association of Realtors Commercial Council has renamed its annual tournament.
Premium Business At JA BizTown, kids get first taste of ‘the world of work’
Health Care Two Memphis hospitals get poor rating from federal government
Premium Real Estate Food Files: Bain Barbecue to open Germantown location a little early
Health Care Gaining by reducing: St. Jude receives $1 million for energy-saving projects
Sports
ECS girls lacrosse wins Division 2-A state title
The Eagles defeated University School of Nashville Saturday at Ravenwood High in Brentwood.
Premium Sports Basketball world is ‘smiling on Memphis’ because of Nike’s EYBL
Grizzlies Podcast Grizzlies podcast: Remembering Brandon Clarke; NBA Combine notes
Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball Martin: Memphis basketball roster is mostly complete. What’s good, what’s bad, and what’s ugly.
Premium Sports Redbirds Recap: Sellout crowd watches Memphis win over Jacksonville
Food
Memphis in May: Contestants’ stomachs grumble from the Rib Rumble
For Dude Wipe’s rib-eating contest, four contestants were lined up in front of tin dishes filled with 5 pounds of ribs and an extra pour of Cattleman’s BBQ Sauce.
Arts & Culture Memphis in May: Scenes from Ms. Piggie Idol
Suburbs
Mississippi state rep. arrested in Hernando
A DeSoto County state legislator was arrested in Hernando. He said he was heading to address a family emergency.
Premium Music Germantown Symphony Orchestra conductor is laying down his baton
Arts & Culture
Arts Beat: Ira Sachs film to premiere at Cannes; Earth, Wind & Fire doc to open Tribeca
Plus, Mississippi-native KIRBY sings the new “Spider-Noir” TV series’ theme song.
Arts & Culture Memphis in May: Scenes from Ms. Piggie Idol
Opinion
Opinion: With redistricting, ‘Memphis is defined by the people who stay and fight for it’
“Memphis has never been defined by the people who pass through it or pass judgment on it.”
Premium Opinion Opinion: When government leaders sling around terms like pharisee, it feeds antisemitism
Podcasts
The fast track to the August state and federal primary elections
The quick shift from the May elections to the August elections is the main topic of discussion on this week’s “Behind The Headlines.”
Grizzlies Podcast Grizzlies podcast: Remembering Brandon Clarke; NBA Combine notes
Games
Sudoku: May 17
Are you ready for it? Here are today’s sudokus.