Community leaders seek solutions as child homicides increase
Homicides involving children are on the rise, and community leaders are looking for answers.
Memphis’ top performers vs. USF include a record setter, key defender
The comeback win against the Bulls couldn’t have happened without two receivers and a tight end back in form.
Can the Grizzlies ever land a star free agent? Mike Miller believes so
History suggests it’s highly unlikely, but the former Grizzlies player predicts Ja Morant could be the magnet Memphis needs to eventually attract a free agent star.
Shelby County reports 376 COVID-19 cases, more than 5,000 tests.
Shelby County reported 376 COVID-19 cases after more than 5,000 tests. The newly reported data comes one day after 17 cases were reported. Data entry has not caught up to an IT upgrade Tennessee Department of Health made last weekend.
BPACC to resume shows in January 2021
The wait is nearly over for BPACC after receiving approval from the Shelby County Health Department to return in 2021. Its abbreviated winter 2021 season, including 11 performances, is slated to begin Jan. 16, with the first show “Linda Ronstadt Experience.”
St. Vincent de Paul food mission seeks permit to shelter homeless, too
Volunteers and a small staff have been serving morning meals for eight years at the Ozanam Center, 1306 Monroe Ave. Now the Catholic lay organization plans to work with Room In The Inn to shelter homeless women and children each night.
Calkins: Brady White does so much winning
White became the winningest quarterback in school history by leading Memphis to a heart-stopping, face-saving victory over South Florida.
Two big names in technology invest in local workforce
Dana James Mwangi, founder of Cheers Creative, which provides brand design, logo development and website services, is the Grow with Google Digital coach for Memphis.
Local reaction falls along party lines
The response reflects Memphis’ Democratic majority that supported Biden, as well as statewide totals that gave Trump Tennessee.
Opinion: Opponents of Palazzolo administration fail to seize momentum
Metro
Memphis fire chief retiring
Gina Sweat, the first woman to serve as director of fire services in the city’s history, has resigned.
Metro JD Vance calls for reduction in legal immigration at Turning Point event
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Education MSCS board unanimously OKs expanded bus service in response to ICE concerns
Business
Inked: Collierville gets a bigger place for A Great Massage
Collierville gets more space for a massage, and a new Germantown headquarters is getting organized.
Financial Services Former Evolve CEO to remain in custody on child porn charges
Premium Real Estate Local shop remodels to support more women, one bra at a time
Premium Real Estate The future is bright for Downtown and Midtown, developers say
Sports
Memphis at Rice: What to know for Tigers’ Halloween matchup
The Tigers have four games remaining in their quest toward a potential American Conference title, starting with a road game against Rice.
Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies survive Suns comeback with clutch Ja Morant floater
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Feeding the Grizzlies: How a team tradition is supporting one local business
Memphis Tigers Basketball What to watch in Memphis’ exhibition game against Auburn
Food
$15 Deal: Little Italy’s sausage and pepperoni calzone
The cheese pull on Little Italy’s calzone is like something out of the movies.
Suburbs
Lindsey Whiteside granted bond, home incarceration for 2nd time
Lindsey Whiteside appeared in U.S. District Court in Oxford, Mississippi, on Tuesday for a decision on bond and incarceration as she awaits trial on federal charges involving sexual battery with a minor.
Arts & Culture
Four Memphis artists share a birthday and an exhibition
Also in November, five friends and artists invite the public into their new art school and gallery, ShapeShifter.
Opinion
Herrington: Three games in, Cedric Coward is already trying our patience
Memphis Grizzlies rookie Cedric Coward’s weekend breakout game echoes some lofty company. Plus, four other things Chris Herrington liked from the Grizzlies last week.
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: Local restaurants and the task force landscape
Restaurants — especially local restaurants — can find themselves in a precarious position when politics come into play, whether restaurateurs want them to or not.