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
The AM/DM podcast: Restaurant pop-ups keep popping
In recent days, South of Beale has offered a Bangkok Alley pop-up in East Memphis, there’s been a Kinfolk pop-up at Kuya Downtown and Ouri Matcha has been popping up all over the place.
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Elections Suburban candidates eager to pull petitions on first day
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Business
Former Tigers wide receiver named AutoZone Liberty Bowl president
Wayne Dowdle, a native Memphian who graduated from White Station High and was a wide receiver for the Tigers in the 1970s, succeeds outgoing president Shone Bynum.
Premium Real Estate Historic Marine Residence gets new owner, fresh upgrades ahead
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Premium Health Care PTSD and alcoholism can ruin veterans’ lives. This UTHSC researcher’s solution could one day treat both.
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Sports
Hill: Cam Boozer is a star — and a cause for ‘ultimate optimism’
Former Duke star Cameron Boozer has won at every level and the third pick in the 2026 NBA Draft is heading to Memphis to help the Grizzlies franchise get back on course.
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Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies GM Kleiman touts Boozer, Lopez, draft picks, but declines comment on Morant’s future
Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies select Cameron Boozer with third pick of NBA Draft
Business Former Tigers wide receiver named AutoZone Liberty Bowl president
Food
The AM/DM podcast: Restaurant pop-ups keep popping
In recent days, South of Beale has offered a Bangkok Alley pop-up in East Memphis, there’s been a Kinfolk pop-up at Kuya Downtown and Ouri Matcha has been popping up all over the place.
Premium Real Estate Food Files: Harbor Town sports bar opens, TacoNGanas adding drive-thru location
Suburbs
Palazzolo announces he will not seek reelection as Germantown mayor
In a surprising announcement Monday night, Germantown Mayor Mike Palazzolo announced he has decided not to seek reelection in November.
Germantown Germantown leaders approve $242.5 million budget
Arts & Culture
Opera Memphis announces 2026-27 season featuring classics, premieres, and free citywide events
The mainstage season opens Oct. 24 with “Rigoletto” at the Cannon Center in collaboration with the Memphis Symphony Orchestra.
Premium Spirit of Memphis Medical crisis cut Memphis native’s time on Netflix reality show
Opinion
Hill: Cam Boozer is a star — and a cause for ‘ultimate optimism’
Former Duke star Cameron Boozer has won at every level and the third pick in the 2026 NBA Draft is heading to Memphis to help the Grizzlies franchise get back on course.
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Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: In the swing of summer
This weekend feels like a solidly summer affair, with a screening of “Jaws” at the Orpheum Theatre, a car show at Graceland and Memphis Brewfest at Shelby Farms Park.
Metro The AM/DM podcast: Discovering the Memphis sound
Games
Sudoku: June 23
Are you ready for today’s puzzles?