Memphis 901 FC clinches first playoff berth
With help from rival Birmingham, Memphis clinches a postseason spot for the first time in club history. Seeding still to be determined in the final three games of the regular season.
Memphian leads Chicago Sky to WNBA championship
Northside High’s James Wade is third Black head coach to win a WNBA title.
What are success rates for Bates, Duren as reclassified players?
For University of Memphis freshmen Emoni Bates and Jalen Duren, looking for a sign of things to come is not that simple.
Herrington: With Ja & Jaren back at the wheel, Grizzlies resume journey
This is what we’re here for — and Combo Meals, a chirping defender and that chase for the playoffs.
Brewfest flows into Brunchfest, a weekend of sips and nibbles
Beer lovers raised a glass to the return of Memphis Brewfest, and the addition of Brunchfest, at Liberty Bowl Memorial Stadium.
Fight for police reform continues long after death of Elton Hayes
The fight for reform continues today, a half-century after Elton Hayes was beaten to death.
Half a century later, the memory of Elton Hayes still echoes today
In October 1971, three Orange Mound teenagers went for a ride that ended with law enforcement officers beating one of them to death in a ditch off Lamar Avenue. Fifty years later, no one has been convicted in the killing.
Dries: Tales told by a headstone’s date
Fifty years after the death of Elton Hayes, a journey to his grave tells the story of the differences between Black and white in the Memphis of 1971 and the Memphis of today.
Booth or sideline — where will Tigers’ offensive coordinator be this week?
The University of Memphis got an extra boost with Kevin Johns on the sideline against Navy, but where he will be stationed against UCF remains to be seen.
Memphis hammers Atlanta to move closer to postseason
Team erupts in the second half to pick up 12th victory of the season.
Grizzlies waive Kris Dunn, finalize roster
Waiving Dunn means two other players will be at FedExForum when the Grizzlies open Wednesday night.
Metro
DA says his office moving through felony cases faster despite heavier workload
“We have been having to staff two new courtrooms without any extra staff,” Shelby County District Attorney General Steve Mulroy said.
Update Elections Candidate’s mother involved in polling site ‘disturbance,’ according to MPD report
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Elections Brent Taylor acknowledges sending nude photos
Premium Elections Sanford: Taylor’s sexting scandal renders him unfit for Congress. But the voters will ultimately decide.
Business
Renasant Corp. merging with Commercial Bank & Trust
In Tennessee, the combined company will operate 28 branches with $2.6 billion in deposits.
Premium Real Estate Bakery coming to Germantown’s Thornwood
Premium Transportation & Logistics FedEx Corp. beats analysts’ third quarter expectations
Premium Health Care Federal changes threaten revenue for Memphis hospitals, execs say
Premium Health Care Why Regional One needs funding help to build new hospital: ‘There are real people behind these numbers’
Sports
Lausanne quarterback voted Player of the Week
The freshman completed 11 of 14 passes for 243 yards and three touchdowns as the Lynx rolled to a 62-35 victory over region rival St. George’s.
Premium Memphis Tigers Football Analyzing how the Tigers have split running back carries this season
Memphis Tigers Basketball Memphis wraps up preseason with 93-81 loss at No. 12 Arkansas
Premium Memphis Grizzlies It was once a ‘secret’ hangout for NBA stars. Soon, Lou’s Lounge will open to the public.
High School Sports Houston, Collierville advance to Class AAA girls soccer state final
Food
Bakery coming to Germantown’s Thornwood
Palmer House Bakery will have a bigger presence in Germantown as it ventures into its own space nearby Jojo’s Espresso.
$15 Deals $15 Deal: Valle’s Rebel Combination
Suburbs
Bakery coming to Germantown’s Thornwood
Palmer House Bakery will have a bigger presence in Germantown as it ventures into its own space nearby Jojo’s Espresso.
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Arts & Culture
Party like it’s the Middle Ages, and dive into Japanese and Indian culture
This week, Buddy Guy plays Graceland, Cameo hosts a techno vampire dance party and Morning After Club pops up after dark. Plus, we’ve got your Halloween party guide.
Premium Performing Arts Bartlett’s performing arts center keeps losing money. The city wants your ideas.
Opinion
Opinion: Innovation isn’t yet a feature of the system in Memphis
“We have a profound, time-sensitive need for a bold group of public servants who can imagine and operationalize experiments — making creative, rigorous, coordinated policy innovation a permanent modus operandi in Memphis.”
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Podcasts
Calkins Podcast: Hot start by Grizzlies, a sex therapist on breast cancer and SpaceXAI has jobs for you
The Grizzlies and Tigers both had surprising, big weeks. Geoff Calkins talks about it with John Martin. Calkins then talks with local sex therapist Jennifer Valli about her own breast cancer diagnosis. And author Charles Fishman shares his thoughts about SpaceXAI.
Sound Bites Sound Bites: Italian wine and cheese with Bari’s Rebecca Severs
Games
Daily Jigsaw: Bryant’s Breakfast
This jigsaw puzzle features a photo of the Summer Avenue Sampler at Bryant’s Breakfast that was taken by Mark Weber.