Calkins: At the NBA draft, a big night for Memphis
James Wiseman, Precious Achiuwa, Penny Hardaway and the Memphis Grizzlies all had a big night at the NBA draft.
Grizzlies trade up twice, select Desmond Bane, Xavier Tillman
Memphis moved up to get an experienced shooter and an elite defender in the 2020 draft. Related Stories: Justise Winslow, Jackson won’t be ready for the start of the season Report: Grizzlies sign Gonzaga’s Killian Tillie, Butler’s Sean McDermott in two-way contracts Miami Heat draft former Tiger Precious Achiuwa with No. 20 pick
Justise Winslow, Jackson likely won’t be ready for start of season
With earlier than expected start to season, Grizzlies face disappointing news on injury front.
Report: Grizzlies sign Gonzaga’s Killian Tillie, Butler’s Sean McDermott in two-way contracts
The undrafted forwards will spend time in the G League as well as with the Grizzlies.
Miami Heat draft former Tiger Precious Achiuwa with No. 20 pick
Achiuwa and James Wiseman became the first pair of first-round draft selections for the Tigers since 2006.
Warriors draft James Wiseman with No. 2 pick
The 19-year-old has been considered an elite prospect since he was in middle school.
Can COVID-19 pod testing save the holidays?
New kits allow up to 20 family members to self-test at home, so we tried it.
Will there be SCS basketball season? Coaches say they have gotten no word
SCS programs remain on hold while others in Shelby County and around the state have started practicing and playing.
Family seeks $3 million in FedEx hub death
The family of a man killed in a Nov. 13, 2019, accident at the FedEx Memphis hub is seeking damages from FedEx and a supplier of a cargo containers.
Smiley files ethics complaint over Ford outburst at council meeting
Council member JB Smiley is also seeking a change in council rules that would allow the chairman of the body to bar a council member who does what Ford did twice during Tuesday’s council meetings.
Here’s why Memphis is taking ‘hot’ Stephen F. Austin team seriously
The Tigers are a 30-point favorite in Saturday’s game, but don’t forget about the unnecessarily difficult win against South Florida.
Calkins: Where’s John Kilzer when we need him? In Overton Square
John Kilzer died in March 2019. Not long ago, a striking mosaic of his likeness appeared in Overton Square.
Coronavirus: Hospitalizations continue to rise
There were 397 COVID-positive patients in area hospital beds as of 5 p.m. Tuesday.
Harris order begins county green fleet pilot
With $500,000 in federal grant money, the small-scale pilot includes electric vehicle chargers as well as a broader reconsideration of how county government makes the decision of which vehicles to purchase.
U of M: Developer’s filing does not mean more apartments, congestion west of campus
Stella Student Spaces has filed for a time extension for the approval it received two years ago to build 472 beds of student housing in an already congested neighborhood just west of the University of Memphis. But the filing does not mean what it appears, a U of M official says.
COVID-19 concerns lead to closing of Collierville High
Students attending on the hybrid platform will learn remotely. Friday was already scheduled as a remote learning day.
Daily Memphian high school honor roll: Madlock leads Houston hoops
The Mustangs’ senior point guard and son of University of Memphis assistant Tony Madlock helped the Mike Miller era get off on the right foot Monday, Nov.16.
Tennessee’s largest teacher group seeks more protections as COVID spreads among educators
Tennessee Education Association President Beth Brown urged the governor this week to set firm guidance on when school buildings should close due to infection rates and ensure that all students and staff wear face coverings for those that remain open.
Metro
Daily Memphian takes multiple first places in state journalism contest
The Daily Memphian’s journalists won high honors for breaking news, features and sports writing.
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Business
Escape Room, Amuse owners find next challenge in former Bari space
A new hangout spot is coming to Midtown Memphis that brings a twist to the traditional game night.
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Sports
Grizzlies Free Agency Notebook: Aldama, Jackson in spotlight
Memphis Grizzlies news, notes, observations and analysis as the NBA’s summer free agency opens, including items on Santi Aldama and Jaren Jackson Jr.
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Food
Escape Room, Amuse owners find next challenge in former Bari space
A new hangout spot is coming to Midtown Memphis that brings a twist to the traditional game night.
Suburbs
Bailey: A special home for a hero
William Brooks paid a steep price in serving this country in Operation Iraqi Freedom. This week he received a gesture of appreciation for his sacrifice.
Arts & Culture
Escape Room, Amuse owners find next challenge in former Bari space
A new hangout spot is coming to Midtown Memphis that brings a twist to the traditional game night.
Opinion
Buckley: Memphis Tigers coach feels like he’s working in the pros. Again.
“A decade after leaving the NFL, it’s basically as if the Memphis Tigers' Ryan Silverfield is back coaching professional football.”
Podcasts
Sound Bites: Italian gelato shop scoops ‘the real thing’
Matteo Servente is Holly Whitfield’s guest on this week’s Sound Bites episode, where he talks about his path from his hometown of Torino, Italy, to Memphis.