Calkins: If Memphis doesn’t stop losing, it’ll fumble away the future
For the second straight week, the Tigers fumbled away a big lead and a win. But that’s not the bad news. The bad news is what losing could mean for the athletic program.
MPD officer killed while working crash
Three MPD officers have died in vehicle crashes this year.
Memphis blows another lead for its second straight loss
In a turn of events resembling last week’s game, the Tigers let slip a 17-0 lead as the Temple Owls took command. Related Story:
Advocacy group discusses strategies to combat zoo parking plan
The day after an announcement from the Memphis Zoo, that it would continue with its parking lot expansion plan, Citizens to Preserve Overton Park has already begun discussing strategies to combat the decision.
Kissiedou scores twice as Memphis 901 FC wins in Tulsa
Victory helps team keep pace in its push for the playoffs.
Grizzlies players excited to have fans back, beginning with Sunday’s open practice
Grizzlies big man Steven Adams is ready for a formal introduction to the Memphis fans at Sunday’s free open practice.
Inaugural St. Jude IRONMAN triathlon takes off in Memphis
Despite rainy weather all day, more than 1,700 athletes started the race. Spectators watched and cheered their loved ones on as they swam, bicycled and ran the 70.3-mile course.
Tweets: What they’re saying at Memphis at Temple
Here is a collection of tweets from the Memphis Tigers’ loss to the Temple Owls in Philadelphia.
Exclusive: Liberty Bowl to become Simmons Bank Memorial Stadium with naming rights deal
The naming rights deal with Simmons Bank will help make dramatic improvements to the stadium, Mayor Jim Strickland said.
Briarcrest hangs on to defeat MUS and remain unbeaten
Saints overcame some rough patches by making plays when they counted the most.
Friday prep report: Collierville blanks Germantown for seventh straight victory
Dragons post third shutout of the year to improve to 7-0. Also, see how the Power 15 fared and check out all the scores and summaries of Memphis-area games.
Metro
Mayor nominates new Memphis fire chief
He will succeed Gina Sweat, the first woman to hold the post of Memphis Fire Department chief, who retired after leading MFD for nine years.
Premium City of Memphis One month in, Task Force is impacting crime. And straining the local justice system
City of Memphis Memphis fire chief retiring
Public Safety Another inmate dies at 201 Poplar
Business
Food Files: A new spot coming to Brookhaven Circle’s former Bangkok Alley space
Also, Abner’s on South White Station Road and Poplar Avenue has closed, and Non-Vintage Wine Bar will soon join it.
Premium Real Estate What is Memphis’ secret sauce? Grit, grind and creativity, business leaders say
Business IP reports $1B loss
Business With SNAP benefits halted, Memphis food pantries struggle to feed those in need
Sports
Halloween for the Tigers was nearly perfect — except for one injury scare
The Memphis Tigers cruised to a 38-14 win at Rice, but quarterback Brendon Lewis got banged up late.
Memphis Grizzlies Frustrated Morant takes aim at coaches after loss
Premium Memphis Tigers Football Memphis Tigers rout Rice Owls on Halloween night
High School Sports Friday prep report: Briarcrest downs MUS, earns first-round bye
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
Collierville Square’s Raven & Lily space sells
After Raven & Lily closed in Collierville, the landlord decided to sell the space, and it was purchased by a local veternarian.
Arts & Culture
Memphis Art Museum has a plan for opening
The Brooks Museum will change its name to “Memphis Art Museum” when it moves to the new building.Related story:
Opinion
Can you hear us now? Daily Memphian adds audio features
In recent weeks, we’ve added more audio capabilities to our site.
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: After Halloween holidays, plus Broad Avenue art
This weekend’s fun starts with a little dress up but keeps the celebrations going with Samhain and Dia de los Muertos.