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
Memphis Mayor Paul Young responds to LeBron James comments
The mayor reacts to the NBA superstar’s suggestion that the Memphis Grizzlies relocate to Nashville.
Real Estate City, county want input on new zoning plan
Behind The Headlines Reaction to No Kings police response centers on city permit process
Public Safety Woman accused of killing pastor ‘on notice’ for alleged bond violation
Memphis Grizzlies Brandon Clarke released from jail after alleged high-speed chase and arrest
Business
Grizzlies star Ja Morant’s home for sale
The Eads mansion has a history of being owned by Grizzlies players.
Real Estate City, county want input on new zoning plan
Business Kaye’s Pints & Scoops to open new scoop shop
Real Estate Defense and space manufacturer could land in Memphis
Premium Real Estate Inked: Stryker, AutoZone and Scan Global Logistics making local moves
Sports
Who are the top Tiger running backs in spring practice?
Tigers coach Charles Huff said the team needs three running backs for each game and four he can count on for the season.
Memphis Grizzlies Raptors roll over Grizzlies’ ragtag roster
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Hill: Thanks, Raptors, for showing how you spend a random Thursday in Memphis
Memphis Grizzlies Box score: Raptors 128, Grizzlies 96
Memphis Grizzlies Memphis Mayor Paul Young responds to LeBron James comments
Food
Kaye’s Pints & Scoops to open new scoop shop
The Scoop by Kaye’s Pints & Scoops doesn’t officially open until May, but the company is doing a pop-up Saturday, April 4.
$15 Deals $15 Deal: La Roche’s falafel platter
Suburbs
Lakeland board talks change in government
Lakeland officials also discussed a way to keep wine sales out of future convenience stores.
Premium Music Visible Music College plans move to Millington
Arts & Culture
Ballet Memphis’ 2026-27 season includes ‘Peter Pan’
“What makes our production a little bit different than a lot of productions is it’s a fully automated flying rig,” said artistic director Steven McMahon. “And we can fly five dancers at one time.”
Music 5 must-see concerts (and a festival) for April
Opinion
Opinion: Memphis must demand more from industrial polluters
“If a company’s business model depends on the exploitation of a Black city and the enrichment of a few power brokers at the top, we don’t want them here.”
Premium Geoff Calkins Calkins: Now LeBron James is trashing the city? What’s a Memphian to think?
Podcasts
Reaction to No Kings police response centers on city permit process
Memphis Mayor Paul Young talked on “Behind The Headlines” about the March 28 No Kings march that ended with Memphis Police pepper-spraying demonstrators.
Podcasts The AM/DM podcast: A ‘free’ weekend full of fun
Games
Daily Jigsaw: Boys of summer
This jigsaw puzzle is of University of Memphis catcher Trae Cassidy and was taken by Matthew Hinton for the Associated Press.