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
The Early Word: Ja Morant is gone, and 201 Poplar is closed
County taxes are going up, Coach Cal will get his roses and GG Jackson is here to stay.
Memphis Grizzlies The AM/DM podcast: Who’s on the Grizz’s new menu
Neighborhoods Get ready for a rash of hot days
Shelby County Trial date set in Tami Sawyer’s federal embezzlement case
Shelby County 201 Poplar courts closed for ‘imminent health hazard’
Business
Want to own an apartment complex with a view of Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium?
After a long and complicated history, Central Lofts, a vacant 127-unit property on South Hollywood Street, is up for sale.
Business Meet The Daily Memphian’s summer 2026 interns
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Sports
Timeline of Ja Morant’s time with the Grizzlies
From being the No. 2 pick to being traded to the Trail Blazers, Morant has experienced ups and downs during his time with the Memphis Grizzlies.
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Hill: Morant experience far from perfect, but truly unique
Sports 19th ranked woman headlines players for Memphis Classic
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Premium Geoff Calkins Calkins: The Ja Morant era is finally over. Why did it come to this?
Food
New gluten-free bakery space opening next month
“The past five years have been a huge journey for me and my husband ... just knowing that we can trust ourselves and we can follow our guts.”
Premium Food News Mix and Matcha: Ouri expands to two carts with more plans in the works
Suburbs
Latest ‘American Idol’ winner coming to Bartlett
Hannah Harper, a Missouri native, won season 24 of “American Idol” earlier this year, in part due to her original song, “String Cheese.”
Premium Elections Suburban incumbents head toward reelection as more candidates pull petitions
Arts & Culture
Memphis Movies This Week: An early look Indie Memphis gem ‘Blue Heron’
One of 2026’s standout arthouse films so far is coming to Studio on the Square for a one-night Indie Memphis screening.
Premium Business Ardent’s legal fight is a broken record
Opinion
Calkins: Elvis Presley lives! Or his sign does, anyway.
“The bold, metal sign in front of the Visitor Center no longer says ‘LVIS PRESLEY BOULEVARD.’ But who fixed it? A quintessentially Memphis institution, of course.”
Opinion Opinion: On xAI, Mayor Young is gaslighting Memphis
Podcasts
The AM/DM Podcast: New laws take effect, and fireworks fill the sky
Also this week: The Memphis-Shelby County schools board tackles some hot topics.
Behind The Headlines Redistricting could fuel higher turnout, election official says
Games
Sudoku: June 29
Are you ready for it? Here are today’s sudokus.