Lawmakers to discuss $883M in incentives for Ford
State lawmakers are set to begin a special legislative session Monday, Oct. 18.
Jaren Jackson Jr. signs contract extension with Memphis Grizzlies
Considered a paramount part of the team’s future, the forward agreed to a deal for four years, $105 million.
Grizzlies podcast: Hill, Herrington discuss JJJ, make predictions
Both Drew Hill and Chris Herrington predict the Grizzlies will return to the playoffs this season.
Vote for the high school player of the week from Week 9
Standouts from Central, Freedom Prep, Lausanne, MUS and Tipton-Rosemark up for consideration this week. Voting ends at 5 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 21.
Vote for the top high school football game in Week 10
Three important region games and an intriguing non-region contest are up for consideration this week. Voting ends at 5 p.m. on Oct. 21.
County Commission approves most federal COVID aid use
Commissioners approved the plans for using $58 million in American Rescue Plan Act funding, but several challenged Shelby County Mayor Lee Harris’ plans for the remaining $10 million.
Early Head Start funding stirs embers of SCS-Porter-Leath friction
The SCS sub-contract with Porter-Leath for Head Start services was abruptly terminated this summer with each entity going its own way in providing the services. But county commissioners heard a lot of opposition from SCS about Early Head Start funding to the nonprofit Monday.
GOP proposal to give unemployment to those who quit to avoid vaccination
Additional bill considered during special legislative session for Ford incentives.
Herrington: Jaren Jackson Jr., Grizzlies bet on each other with $105M extension
The numbers came out fair for both sides, but the best part is the likelihood Jackson and Ja will be together for a while.
Rodney Baber Park renovations bring excitement to community
Neighbors and sports fans who previously appreciated the park for its baseball and softball fields have more to anticipate once construction on the project is completed.
Last Collierville victims released; police chief notes quick response time
The final two victims who survived the Sept. 23 tragedy have been released from local hospitals.
Jaren Jackson Jr.: $105M extension celebrated with ‘hugs and s---'
The young star credits both of his teams – his business team, and the Grizzlies – in getting the deal done during the summer, and just in time.
Memphis area reacts to the death of Colin Powell
Rep. Antonio Parkinson tweeted: “The passing of Secretary Powell is a huge loss to Black America... He was a hero at every turn.”
Former Grizzlies coach Lionel Hollins to pitch in at LeMoyne-Owen
The all-time winningest coach in Grizzlies history will be back coaching in Memphis this fall, this time helping Bonzi Wells.
FedExForum to allow at-home COVID-19 tests for entry to Tigers, Grizzlies games
FedExForum is urging fans to arrive early and be patient as new policies take effect.
Who are COVID’s ‘long-haulers’ — answers may be surprising
“Long COVID” symptoms that include fatigue, brain fog and shortness of breath may strike women more often than men — many ages 20-50 — and are just as likely to occur among those whose initial case was very mild.
Uncovering COVID’s new connection with diabetes
“This is my advice: Go get a full physical. Try to find out everything that is going on with you.”
Tigers basketball ranked 12th in preseason AP Top 25 poll
Memphis received its highest preseason AP ranking since 2011-12.
Every case matters to someone, judge says
Judge follows in footsteps, even sharing the same office, as first female U.S. District Court Judge Julia Gibbons.
How former Tigers did in the NFL: Week 6
Bobby McCain got his first interception of the season.
Collierville restaurants have a plan to give back
Dine at one of nine Collierville restaurants on Thursday and part of your money will help the employees affected by the Kroger Collierville shooting.
State volleyball preview: Collierville takes aim at elusive AAA crown
The region champion Dragons will be among the favorites in a wide-open Class AAA state tournament.
Metro
Inmate dies at 201 Poplar
Another inmate at the Shelby County Jail has died, the fifth this year.
Metro 2 killed and dozens injured in Greyhound bus crash
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Business
Fill your plate: Memphis business owners test run vacant restaurant sites
Table Ready is designed to fill former Downtown businesses by allowing restaurant owners to try out the property with the Downtown Memphis Commission covering some of the rent and utility costs for a year.
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Sports
South Dakota State transfer forward William Whorton commits to Memphis
Whorton’s pledge to Memphis marks the Tigers’ 13th newcomer heading into the 2025-26 season.
Premium Sports Two Tigers look to national meet after winning AAC titles
Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball Martin: PJ Haggerty will regret leaving Penny Hardaway and Memphis
Memphis Tigers Basketball Tigers star PJ Haggerty commits to Kansas State
Food
Fill your plate: Memphis business owners test run vacant restaurant sites
Table Ready is designed to fill former Downtown businesses by allowing restaurant owners to try out the property with the Downtown Memphis Commission covering some of the rent and utility costs for a year.
Suburbs
Bartlett gets closer to property tax increase
With a new fiscal year approaching, Bartlett officials are reviewing their budget and how much in increased property taxes are needed to cover operations.
Arts & Culture
Memphis art scene heats up with Southern summers, swamp studies
As temperatures rise, June comes with new art exhibitions across Memphis that explore the Ghost River, blend Southern culture with iconic Japanese imagery and highlight metal artistry.
Opinion
Martin: PJ Haggerty will regret leaving Penny Hardaway and Memphis
“When you boil it all down: Haggerty is leaving the team that he led to the NCAA Tournament as an All-American, to go to a team that didn’t make the tournament last year, and ultimately for less money than he would’ve made if he had just committed to Penny Hardaway for another season.”
Podcasts
Why libraries and public spaces are important
Shamichael Hallman is the author of “Meet Me at the Library,” which makes the case for the importance not just of libraries but public spaces of all kinds.