Grizzlies run out of gas against Raptors
The Grizzlies at one point had a 14-point lead, but former Memphis Tigers player Precious Achiuwa contributed to the Raptors’ rally and surge.Related story:
Despite off night from stars, Tigers defeat Virginia Tech
Alex Lomax and Malcolm Dandridge, coming off the bench, propelled the No. 9 Tigers in what could have been a much closer game.Related story:
Calkins: Why is Memphis 5-0? Because these Tigers are dogs
After beating Virginia Tech, Memphis is 5-0 for the first time in more than a decade. But it wasn’t the kids who carried them in this one. It was the dogs.
Tony Allen asks Grizzlies to postpone jersey retirement
“Although I can’t address the legal matters right now, I want everyone to know I’m doing the work to address my case,” the former Grizzlies player said.
Family of Young Dolph releases statement
“Losing Adolph, Dolph, Man-Man, changes our lives forever. And while we will take each day as it comes, we are comforted in knowing that he leaves a legacy that reflects his heart. A heart that was for his family. A heart that was for the people,” the statement released Wednesday, Nov. 24, reads.
Husband ‘thankful’ to donate a kidney for his wife
Chip Washington wanted to give his kidney to his ailing wife, but he wasn’t a match. “What else can I do?” he asked doctors.
Ford Megasite: Stanton, Suga’s set to reap rewards from Ford plant
Stanton has lost population, the income is low and its Downtown is gone, but a can-do mayor and a boost from Blue Oval City seem likely to change the town’s luck.
For two coaches in Memphis-Tulane game, friendship stops at kickoff
Ryan Silverfield and Tulane offensive coordinator Chip Long have even served on the same staffs. On Saturday, each has specific streaks to continue or end.
Ford Megasite: Blue Oval City turns Haywood property red hot
Ford’s plans for a $5.6 billion auto plant campus with 6,000 workers has turned the spotlight on Haywood County property owners.
Memphis police investigating shots fired outside of Wolfchase
Police said no one was injured in the incident.
Property-tax relief doubled for some older Shelby residents
Qualifying Shelby County residents can now receive double the amount of property tax relief, Shelby County Mayor Lee Harris announced Wednesday, Nov. 24.
Memphis basketball mailbag: Turnover edition
Are rotations part of the turnover issue? What has Larry Brown’s role been so far?
Precious Achiuwa: Tigers still want ‘all the smoke’
The former Tigers star, in town with the Toronto Raptors to face the Grizzlies, predicts it won’t be a smooth rise, but believes his college team will win the national title.
Table Talk: Gratitude and Hail Marys
It’s Thanksgiving and if you’re not ready, you’re not alone. The best of plans often go awry, but hey, there’s always New Asia, right?
Ja Morant: Nike commercial is message about self-belief
The Grizzlies star said the ad spot “describes me, my background, the city of Memphis.”
Daily Memphian high school honor roll: Tyler Byrd gets TRA off to strong start
Senior is averaging 27 points through first two games.
Biden nominates Memphis attorney to Sixth Circuit
Andre Mathis would replace on the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals Judge Bernice Donald, who is taking senior status.
Tigers Football Insider: The offense needs to score more points
The Tigers haven’t scored at 30 points in a game since beating Navy 35-17 on Oct. 14.
New Eats: Bala’s Bistro is back, bigger and better
Bala’s Bistro has reopened in a much larger space, the menu has expanded and now you don’t have to decide because you can buy food from a cafeteria line by the pound.
Box score: Raptors 126, Grizzlies 113
Nov. 24, 2021: Toronto Raptors defeat the Grizzlies at FedExForum.
Metro
Cohen questions FBI leader about National Guard in Memphis
U.S. Rep. Steve Cohen, D-Tenn., asked FBI Director Kash Patel about the Memphis Safe Task Force, which President Donald Trump established Monday. See The Daily Memphian’s full coverage of the Memphis Safe Task Force
Business Main Street will soon get new banners
City of Memphis ‘I don’t want to see a tank in my neighborhood’— County Commission debates Guard deployment
City of Memphis Council members to push Gov. Lee to reject Guard deployment
Business
The AM/DM podcast: Duck decor — a look inside the Peabody’s new digs
The Peabody Memphis — the city’s most iconic hotel — has unveiled a $19 million makeover of its guest rooms.
Premium Real Estate Inked: Overton Park apartments prepare for residents
Business Networking event adding pitch competition, creatives night
Real Estate The latest on Google’s West Memphis data center? It could add water recycling.
Sports
Redbirds Recap: Memphis jumps all over St. Paul for fourth straight win
The Redbirds offense scores 10 runs while starting pitcher Curtis Taylor earns 10th victory.
Spirit of Memphis Buckley: Les Smith told Memphis stories. His impact on Memphis journalism is one to remember.
Memphis Tigers Football Two Tigers lean on old bond to lead Memphis offense
Premium Sports USL League Two coming to Memphis in 2026
Food
Sunday Tops Bar-B-Q fire suspected as arson
The Tops location, which suffered another fire in February, had been within four weeks of reopening after a major reconstruction.
Suburbs
Horn Lake mayor defends tax cut amid criticism
A former Horn Lake alderman says the current administration could have done more to lower the millage rate to help property owners. Mayor Jimmy Stokes said they did what was necessary.
Arts & Culture
New concert series launches at Harrell Theatre in Collierville
While the 2025-26 season is a pilot there is opportunity for it to grow as the suburb has added emphasis to expanding its arts offerings.
Opinion
Calkins: Memphis has a rich history of playing the SEC. Is it coming to an end?
For almost exactly 60 years, SEC teams have been traveling to the Liberty Bowl to play Memphis in football. Saturday might be the beginning of the end.
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: Duck decor — a look inside the Peabody’s new digs
The Peabody Memphis — the city’s most iconic hotel — has unveiled a $19 million makeover of its guest rooms.