State opens vaccination to all adults
State officials will reveal details of the new plan Monday, and the city waits to hear the state plan.
Grizzlies’ defense unable to end Warriors’ 3-point onslaught in loss
Andrew Wiggins scored 40 points as Golden State forced the Grizzlies into 20 turnovers. Box score: Warriors 116, Grizzlies 103 Related story:
Collierville fades in second half in semifinal loss to Cane Ridge
The most successful season in 48 years ends with a frustrating defeat.Related story:
Houston blows past Oak Ridge to advance to first AAA title game
Zander Yates’ astounding run in the third quarter helps Mustangs to Saturday’s championship vs. Cane Ridge.Related story:
Memphis vs. Dayton: TV info, projected lineups and betting odds
Everything you need to know ahead of the Tigers’ first-round NIT game against Dayton on Saturday.
The latest on the Memphis women’s basketball coaching search
The Tigers’ search for Melissa McFerrin’s replacement could wrap up soon, and potential candidates range from high-major assistants to mid-major head coaches.
Judge allows citizens group to join pipeline lawsuits
A judge has decided she wants to hear from attorneys representing a community group that opposes a controversial oil pipeline project proposed for South Memphis.
After a year on life support, restaurants start to ‘see some light’
It’s been a year since Memphis restaurants were told to close their dining rooms. As a second year of the ‘hustle and pivot’ begins, the vaccines and Health Directive 19 offer relief. Still, as one restaurateur says, ‘I go to bed every night stressed.’ Chef Kelly English recalls a dark year: ‘My industry will never be the same'Related story:
Calkins: Jarvis Greer is cancer-free — and has something he’d like to tell you
Jarvis Greer, the legendary WMC-TV sports anchor, has a message for Memphians about his recent cancer surgery. But it includes words that might make you squirm.
MAHS surges into Class A boys championship game
Dylan Woods has team-high 24 points and seven rebounds in win against Pickett County. TSSAA Class A boys basketball semifinal box score: MAHS 77, Pickett County 57Related story:
Coronavirus: Fewer than 50 new coronavirus cases reported
The Shelby County Health Department reported fewer than 50 new coronavirus cases Friday, but reported five new related deaths.
CDC changes school guidance, allowing desks to be closer
The CDC said 6 feet should still be maintained in common areas, such as school lobbies, and when masks can’t be worn, such as when eating.
Metro
Top County Commission votes: MSCS board elections, budget, ethics
Many of the issues the current commission voted on will persist into a new year that includes county elections.
City of Memphis Young says goal of 40% drop in crime met two years ahead of campaign promise
Unlocked City of Memphis Money, MATA, xAI: Top Memphis City Council votes of 2025
City of Memphis Here’s what hit the headlines in Memphis this year
unlocked Public Safety New year, new laws: Tennessee legislation that takes effect on Jan. 1, 2026
Business
First Horizon building next to former Houston’s sold
The building, which was built in 1962, sits next to the former Houston’s restaurant that closed in December 2024 after more than 40 years of operation.
unlocked Business Marshall Steakhouse owner decides against selling
Business XAI buys building for 3rd Memphis-area data center in Southaven
Real Estate Buc-ee’s in West Memphis and Fayette County delayed
Business TVA moving ahead with natural gas turbines in Southwest Memphis
Sports
Chambliss, Carneiro lift Ole Miss past Georgia in Sugar Bowl and into CFP semifinals
Trinidad Chambliss passed for 362 yards and two touchdowns, and Lucas Carneiro kicked his third field goal of the game with 6 seconds left to put Ole Miss in front for good in a 39-34 victory over Georgia in a College Football Playoff in the Sugar Bowl.
Sports Gallery: AutoZone Liberty Bowl parade
unlocked Memphis Tigers Basketball Martin: Uncomfortable conversations coming for Memphis basketball, and more 2026 Memphis sports predictions
Unlocked Memphis Tigers Basketball Memphis’ Sincere Parker makes first public comments since July arrest
unlocked Memphis Tigers Basketball Buckley: 20 turnovers in an ugly win. Hardaway has a plan to trim the count.
Food
$15 Deal: Soul Fish’s crawfish tacos have crunchy inside and chewy shell
“My main dish was everything you want from a soft taco: crunchy insides because of the fried crawfish and veggies and a chewy shell from the warm tortillas. But pick your sides wisely.”
Unlocked Food News Best bites of the year: DM writers dish about their favorite plates of 2025
Suburbs
Buc-ee’s in West Memphis and Fayette County delayed
The large gas station chain announced this week that the West Memphis location would be delayed until 2028 and the Fayette County location until 2027. Both were slated to open in 2026.
Business Start your engines: Former Memphis Motorsports Park to reopen next year
Arts & Culture
Dixon opens third installment of ‘Black Artists in America’
Also in January, Central High alumni get separate exhibitions at the Buckman Center and the Botanic Garden.
full access Visual Arts Memphis Movies This Week: A promising note on ‘Song Sung Blue,’ a ‘Plague’ in theaters
Opinion
Calkins: Why the Memphis sports year was so disappointing — and what can be done now
The year 2025 was a bummer in Memphis sports — and not just because of the results on the field. But yes, there’s a solution. We asked someone who knows.
Guest Columnists Opinion: Cardiac arrest doesn’t wait. Neither should MLGW.
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: Ask Me Anything edition
During the AM/DM AMA, we talk about media bias, xAI and what might happen with The Station.
Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies podcast: Morant returns; trade deadline approaches
Games
Sudoku: Dec. 31
Are you ready for today’s puzzles?