President Biden signs bill to remove Klansman’s name from Memphis’ federal building
President Biden signs bill removing a Klansman’s name from Memphis’ federal building and renaming it solely for the late Judge Odell Horton.
Calkins: Grizzlies and City of Memphis getting closer on lease?
The Grizzlies may be closing in on an agreement with the city and county that would dramatically reduce the chance the team relocates under the “early termination” clause of the arena lease.
Orpheum Theatre transfer approved
The Memphis City Council approved the property transfer for a token $1 payment Tuesday, Dec. 21, on a unanimous vote.
Toni Lowe is Jaren Jackson Jr.'s secret weapon to becoming an NBA fashion trendsetter
When the Grizzlies forward is happy with the attention-grabbing choices, “he can be bubbly. It’s almost electric.”
Job status undetermined for coach at Freedom Prep
Video shows basketball coach Bwerani Johnson assaulting a player — his son — during a game.Related Story:
City Council delays first of three votes on police residency referendum
The delay came after some council members opposed to the ballot question pushed for a separate vote on first reading Tuesday, Dec. 21.
Williams appointment in clerk’s office delayed again by council
The delay by the city council came after Calvin Williams said he’s paid for his mistakes but insisted he never “mismanaged anything in government.”
Tigers anticipate resuming basketball activities on Dec. 27
An official statement from the University of Memphis also gives clarification on team members’ vaccination status.
Tigers Basketball Insider: Where does Memphis stack up in the latest bracketology?
One bracketologist views Memphis as a bubble team after an up-and-down nonconference performance.
31 Omicron variant cases confirmed in Shelby County
Shelby County Health Department director Dr. Michelle Taylor told Shelby County Commissioners Monday, Dec. 20, that caution is recommended for holiday gatherings.
As COVID cases rise, restaurants shift gears
Some Memphis restaurants are temporarily shutting down because of staff members who’ve tested positive for coronavirus, and at least one is going to takeout only for now.
Chris Herrington’s picks for the best films of 2021
From blockbuster remakes (“West Side Story,” “Dune”) to family dramas, big (“The Power of the Dog”) and small (“CODA”), Chris Herrington shares his picks for 2021’s best films.
Metro
Sunday forecast is all wet
With a strong chance of rain and possible thunderstorms, it’s a good time for indoor activities like taking in a movie.
Education Memphis charter students are bucking district math trends. Here’s what’s guiding their growth.
Premium Health Care UTHSC raises about $11M for new College of Medicine building
Spirit of Memphis ‘Whoever somebody wants to be, that’s fine with me’
Behind The Headlines Democratic sheriff nominee takes wait-and-see approach on cooperation with federal immigration
Business
Former Memphis news anchor starts PR firm to help clients ‘command the moment’
Emmy Award-winning broadcaster Richard Ransom announced the launch of his own public relations and media company, Ransom Strategy Group.
Premium Health Care UTHSC raises about $11M for new College of Medicine building
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Business Memphis advisory board finalizes 11 community priorities for $3 million AI fund
Sports
Redbirds recap: Memphis lets lead slip away for second straight loss
First baseman Leo Bernal hit his seventh home run of the season and the Redbirds were on top on a while.
High School Sports Two former local basketball standouts named in Alabama State betting probe
High School Sports Daily Memphian boys postseason track and field awards: Central’s Nesmith repeats
Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball Martin: University of Memphis still has eyes on the big prize
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Herrington: The Grizzlies will try to trade Ja Morant. Where? For what? We can only speculate.
Food
No billboard, no problem. Lunch crowds find their way to Pesce’s Deli
Without much advertising or large, visible signage beckoning diners, this tucked-away East Memphis sandwich shop relies mostly on word of mouth.
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Suburbs
Where we droppin’ boys? Navy levels up recruitment efforts with East Memphis esports facility
In forming its esports, or video game competition, team, the Navy held tryouts to find the best players in a variety of games — like “Marvel Rivals”, “Call of Duty”, “Valorant”, “Counter-Strike”, “Rocket League”, “League of Legends” and “Fortnite” — and then gave them a space to hone their skills for competition.
High School Sports Daily Memphian boys postseason track and field awards: Central’s Nesmith repeats
Arts & Culture
Arts Beat: How Memphis artists can get funding wishes granted
Grant opportunities are now open to local visual artists and nonprofit or government organizations that want to address community issues through art.
Premium Spirit of Memphis How do you get to Carnegie Hall? These Memphis-area teens know.
Opinion
Opinion: ‘The joy doesn’t lessen the grief’
“The universe isn’t obligated to make sense to us. There’s no requirement for rhyme and reason. Things just happen, be they good or bad, and the burden is on us to find a way to make it work.”
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Podcasts
Democratic sheriff nominee takes wait-and-see approach on cooperation with federal immigration
Anthony Buckner talked about immigration and the Memphis Safe Task Force as well as a new jail in a wide-ranging interview on “Behind The Headlines”.
Midtown The AM/DM podcast: Pizza witches, Filipino fest and Pride
Games
Daily Jigsaw: Spring Fling soccer
Today’s puzzle is of Christian Brothers goalkeeper Ari Usdan at the Class AAA state boys soccer tournament at Spring Fling in Murfreesboro and was taken by Mark Humphrey.