Frustrated Grizzlies drop game versus Knicks
The agitated Grizzlies saw coach Taylor Jenkins and Ja Morant ejected late in the game. Related story:
Herrington: Yes, the Grizzlies are in a funk. Good luck figuring out why
The issues seem innumerable, and the solutions few and far between.
Second Gentleman visiting Memphis to push Biden’s infrastructure plan
Douglas Emhoff and Labor Secretary Marty Walsh are among a blitz by the administration to promote President Joe Biden’s $4 trillion “American Jobs Plan.”
Tornadoes cause damage in Mississippi; Tupelo hit at night
There were multiple reports of damage to homes on Elvis Presley Drive in Tupelo, just down the street from the home where the famed singer was born.
Playoff race: Grizzlies need ‘sense of urgency’ for play-in spot
With the regular season in its final stretch, here are some odds to consider for the sixth playoff spot, plus the play-in.
Grizzlies Insider: Welcome to the play-in party, Los Angeles
Add unhappy LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers to the play-in mix.
How did permitless carry become Tennessee law?
While neither side is completely happy, the law allowing Tennessee gun owners to carry openly with or without a permit sailed through the legislature — and with relatively little pushing from gun advocacy groups.
MPD chief nominee touted as ‘rising star’
As Durham Police Chief Cerelyn “C.J.” Davis awaits confirmation from the Memphis City Council as the new leader of MPD, city leaders, former colleagues and activists from her past weigh in on her law enforcement career.
Coronavirus: Nearly 115 new cases reported
Monday’s 113 new cases bring Shelby County’s reported coronavirus total to 95,860 cases, including 92,611 inactive cases, 1,630 active cases and 1,619 deaths.
Herrington: Kyle Anderson has a case for ‘Most Improved’
There are at least a couple of Grizzlies who merit serious consideration for year-end accolades, starting with Kyle Anderson.
Lakeland building playground at Oak Ridge Park
As Lakeland grows, so does the need for more parks. The latest recreation area — Oak Ridge Park — should open in May as students finish classes and start summer break.
May is here and the events abound
There’s a flurry of events and festivals in mid-May, and you need to get tickets now because they’re all pre-sale and they’ll be gone soon.
State could require transgender restroom signs
The bill would require public facilities to post a sign if they let transgender people use multi-person restrooms, locker rooms or changing rooms. The Human Rights Campaign says it would be the first of its kind.
Calkins: Dancing back to No. 1
After an eight-year drought, Memphis Pom won a national championship in hip-hop. The inside story of how Memphis reclaimed its spot atop the dance universe.
New evidence surfaces in 16-year-old murder case
Vern Braswell, a former elementary school principal, has been in prison for 16 years after being convicted of killing his wife. New evidence has surfaced that his supporters hope is enough to get him released or a new trial.
Metro
Substation fire left thousands without power in Memphis
Many residents in the Midtown and Downtown area were left with no power when an MLGW substation caught fire.
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City of Memphis Memphis-area leaders take to national airwaves to talk National Guard
Business
Eat more chicken again on Union Avenue
The Chick-fil-A, which opened in 2009, closed on May 29 for renovations of the 4,400-square-foot building at 1980 Union Ave.
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Business Small business owners to share their journey on Daily Memphian panel
Sports
Tuesday prep report: Northpoint scores crucial victory over St. George’s
The defending Division 2-A state champions shook off a slow start and took a big step toward a top postseason seed.
High School Sports At Bolton High, a revived girls soccer program is playing for pride and joy
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Food
Eat more chicken again on Union Avenue
The Chick-fil-A, which opened in 2009, closed on May 29 for renovations of the 4,400-square-foot building at 1980 Union Ave.
Suburbs
Arlington Planning Commission approves road alignment, new roundabout
Traffic signals and road alignments were approved in Arlington for part of the Hawthorne development.
Arts & Culture
Memphis Movies This Week: Two modern classics, one night only
There are plenty of new movies opening this week, but it’s a particularly good week for Memphis’ inconsistent repertory scene. Plus, Chris Herrington gives us his top 5 Robert Redford movies.
Opinion
Calkins: Why is a cove in Memphis suddenly filled with Cubs flags? It’s out of sadness — and respect.
Todd Dixon — a nurse, triathlete, Sunday-school teacher, husband and father — died at 54. Now an entire street in East Memphis is flying Chicago Cubs flags in his honor.
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: A big change coming to Landers Center
Late last month, ground was broken on the Landers Center’s $85 million expansion, which includes a unique hotel-convention center project.