‘Says who?’: Ja Morant featured in Nike basketball commercial
The Grizzlies star, with Memphis scenery, adds to his portfolio of appearances.
Pervis Payne’s death sentence is vacated
Payne, 54, had been set for execution in December 2020.
Three Memphis high school standouts named Mr. Football finalists
The winners of the Mr. Football awards will be announced during ceremonies in Nashville on Dec. 7.
Scouting report: Tigers have to fight Va. Tech’s 3-pointers, dragging tempo
Memphis has been able to gradually build schedule intensity, unlike the Hokies, who are 5-0 but played softer competition.
State approves TVA plan to move coal ash to landfill
TDEC spokeswoman Kim Schofinski said the plan to move the coal ash includes traffic management.
Peppertree apartments declared a public nuisance
Over the past 20 months, the complex has been the scene of more than 1,600 calls for police services, ranging from violent crime to drugs.
These Memphis-area artists just received a Grammy nomination
The Recording Academy announced the news Tuesday.
Whitehead leaving zoning office to join law firm
Josh Whitehead, zoning administrator for Memphis and Shelby County, plans to join the Burch Porter & Johnson law firm after Jan. 1.
Tigers Basketball Insider: A possible solution for Memphis’ turnover problems
Hardaway wants to see the Tigers stop trying to make home run plays and get back to the basics.
$10 Deal: Empanadas and arepas at Sabor Caribe
With empanadas, arepas, cachapas and more on the menu, Sabor Caribe has been a tasty Edge District anchor through a period of profound neighborhood change.
Pay raise for Germantown mayor and aldermen advances
Germantown’s mayor and aldermen could see a bump in their compensation in 2025.
Murphy, Segbers garner second-team all-USL recognition
Forward and fullback are the first players in club history to receive postseason mention.
Herrington: Thoughts on the Grizzlies’ big losses and changing COVID policies
Losing big for the Grizzlies this season has been nearly synonymous with when they lose at all, because seven of eight losses have been by double-digits.
Listen to Tigers beat writers preview football senior day and men’s basketball trip to Brooklyn
Tigers beat writers Steven Johnson and Frank Bonner II break down the importance of this year’s football senior day and what it means for the program.
Listen to DM writers recap Memphis’ thrilling victory over the Jazz
Desmond Bane has been terrific for the Grizzlies in the absence of Dillon Brooks this season.
Tuesday prep report: CBHS christens new gym with a big victory
Brothers shut down ECS in the second half of first game in McNeill Family Fieldhouse.
crime crisis
Daily Memphian plans year-long, in-depth series on crime
Over the coming months, reporters and editors will focus on four major areas: murders, violent crime, juvenile crime and justice, and property crime.
10 years. $10M. 2,100 SkyCop cameras. And a crime increase of 57%
A Daily Memphian analysis reveals the city experienced more crime with a vast camera system than without it. And SkyCop cameras rarely help criminal investigations.
Strickland: State law is weak on gun crime, access
On “Behind The Headlines,” Memphis Mayor Jim Strickland says he hopes a city charter change on police residency is revived and put back on a ballot for a vote soon.
Metro
First Horizon Foundation donates $5M for new UTHSC project
The University of Tennessee Health Sciences is getting a jump-start on its new College of Medicine Interdisciplinary Building.
Metro Daily Memphian awarded first place in photography, data visualization
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North Mississippi The AM/DM podcast: Explaining the controversy over two new North Mississippi judgeships
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Business
First Horizon Foundation donates $5M for new UTHSC project
The University of Tennessee Health Sciences is getting a jump-start on its new College of Medicine Interdisciplinary Building.
Movers and Shakers Movers & Shakers: New Ballet Ensemble names artistic director
Premium Real Estate Inked: Millwork, Fusion Hospitality and Rush Gaming
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Sports
Grizzlies will return to MLK Day slate in 2027
After one-season hiatus, Grizzlies return to the NBA’s Martin Luther King Jr. Day spotlight.
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Cam Spencer can’t turn off competitive switch — even on the golf course
Premium Golf Hydrate, and maybe use a parasol. That’s what PGA Tour players plan this week in Memphis.
Golf Your guide to the FESJC field
Premium Golf Justin Rose arrives in Memphis ‘bucking the trend’
Food
Table Talk: A meal fit for a ‘King’ with BBQ beans
Food writer Sophia Surrett recently celebrated the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll with catfish, hush puppies and baked beans.
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Suburbs
Meeting set to decide Collierville fire chief’s fate
Town leaders will discuss the employment of the suburb’s fire chief, who was placed on administrative leave and banned from town facilities until further notice. Related content:
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Arts & Culture
Elvis Week has fans — old and young — all shook up
Tribute artists, singers and panelists electrified fans of all ages with live performances and memories of Elvis, proving that nearly 50 years after his death, Presleymania shows no sign of slowing down.
Arts & Culture Memphis Movies This Week: Locally made ‘Elijah Peel,’ Anne Hathaway’s ‘End of Oak Street’
Opinion
Calkins: Why is the PGA Tour’s decision so heartbreaking? Ask any volunteer: It’s because of the kids.
The PGA Tour is not including Memphis or St. Jude in its Championship Series after 2027. That’s a blow to the thousands of tournament volunteers who “do it for the kids.”
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Podcasts
Outgoing mayor Lee Harris said state oversight will make Mickell Lowery’s job harder
Shelby County Mayor Lee Harris talks about his eight years as mayor on “Behind The Headlines” and the challenges facing his successor, Mayor-elect Mickell Lowery.
The Sidebar: Eric Barnes on arts, culture & more Pat Mitchell Worley on the legacy of Stax in Memphis
Games
Daily Jigsaw: Rust Hall
This jigsaw puzzle features a photo of the front entrance to Rust Hall and was taken by Patrick Lantrip.