Shelby County sees positive COVID-19 cases rise
The Shelby County Health Department confirmed 316 new cases of COVID-19 and two new deaths.
Jennings’ stoppage-time goal helps 901 FC pick up first point of the year
Late goal provides morale boost heading into AutoZone Park return.
Higher ed preps for an academic year shaped by the coronavirus
Most schools are planning for a semester combining on-campus and online learning.
FedEx flexing robotic arms in Memphis
FedEx and Plus One collaborated with Yaskawa America on new package-handling robotic arms that made their debut earlier this year at FedEx Express world hub in Memphis.
Hagerty praises federal response in Portland in joint online appearance with Trump
During the half-hour online event Friday evening, Trump called Tennessee's Republican Senate primary "a real primary" -- an apparent reference to the tightening race between the former U.S. ambassador to Japan and Dr. Manny Sethi of Nashville.
Calvo withdraws from SCS race, backs Harris in challenge of McCormick
Mauricio Calvo’s withdrawal accented the opening day of early voting in Memphis. Preliminary numbers show more than 5,000 people voted early Friday. In getting out of the District 5 school board race, Calvo cited his duties as executive director of Latino Memphis and the disproportionate impact the COVID-19 pandemic is having on Latino Memphians.
Five years after death of Darrius Stewart, family wants case reopened
The family of Darrius Stewart and local activists gathered to remember him on the five-year anniversary of his death. They also called for District Attorney Amy Weirich to reopen the case of his death.
Opinion: We need to get past politics to reopen schools
Everything about the coronavirus has become politicized, so why not a return to school? The answer is simple: The losers will be our children, and that is not an acceptable price to pay for political points.
Metro
MSCS has fewer F schools in second year of Tennessee letter grades
Nevertheless, state law requires Tennessee districts with D and F schools appear before the Tennessee State Board of Education for hearings. Such reviews could result in corrective-action plans or audits for districts or charter operators.
Premium Metro Public documents on Harvest plane crash released, final report imminent
Business
What’s on the road ahead for newly independent FedEx Freight
Analysts say FedEx Freight, worth $30 billion, should be traded against its peers, not locked up inside.
Premium Health Care Memphis wrap star, former St. Jude patient meet on reality show
Sports
‘It’s crazy, isn’t it’ Grizzlies destruction tour rolls on in Atlanta
Over their last four victories, the Grizzlies are winning by an average of more than 25 points. In a league where leads quickly evaporate, Memphis has been able to stay on the gas. Related content:
Sports Tennessee falls to Ohio State in first-round College Football Playoff game
Food
$10 Deal: Ali Baba’s smoky-sweet flavors are straight from the fire
Joshua Carlucci says a Mediterranean wood flame grill is at the heart of Ali Baba’s traditional — but unforgettable — menu.
Suburbs
Collierville grad will be front and center in UT’s College Football Playoff
University of Tennessee drum major Christian Carroll, of Collierville, is only the third Black drum major in the school’s history.
Arts & Culture
UT’s three Black drum majors all have ties to Memphis
There have only been three Black drum majors in the more than 150 years since the University of Tennessee marching band was founded.
Opinion
Echols: It’s all about time
“Whether too much or not enough or just the right amount, time is the thread running through every last tidbit of our human existence. ... And time is what this season of Advent is all about.”
Podcasts
Tigers Podcast: Football season recap, basketball’s rough schedule
Memphis football writer Frank Bonner II, basketball writer Parth Upadhyaya and columnist John Martin discuss this year’s football season and the raised level of expectations for Memphis basketball as it prepares for its final two non-conference games.
Games
Crossword: GloRilla
Memphis rapper GloRilla’s visit to an Orange Mound high school inspired this week’s crossword puzzle.