Memphis Grizzlies Frustrated Grizzlies drop game versus Knicks
The agitated Grizzlies saw coach Taylor Jenkins and Ja Morant ejected late in the game. Related story:
Memphis Grizzlies 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
Coronavirus: More than 130 new cases reported
A total of 328,495 people are vaccinated in Shelby County. The number of people fully vaccinated is 241,933 and those partially vaccinated at 86,562.
Metro Deputies’ training includes tour of National Civil Rights Museum
Business
Gaps in mask guidance leave businesses, churches, schools guessing
Some businesses, churches and other organizations feel paralyzed with how to provide a safe, potentially mask-less environment without knowing people’s vaccination status.
I-40 Shutdown Business River traffic resumes, bridge traffic still on hold
Sports
For John Konchar’s most devoted fan, Friday’s game mattered
Eight Grizzlies rested against the Kings; all the better for one 18-year-old with a very specific Twitter page.
Subscribers Only Memphis Grizzlies Calkins: Get your rest, Grizzlies, because Steph Curry and the Warriors lie ahead
Food
Teams of Barbecue: Mexican BBQ Team
There are 29 team members from Mexico who started coming to Memphis in May in 2015 after team captain Alejandro Gutierrez saw a barbecue show on TV and got the itch.
Suburbs
Lakeland approves first reading of 2021-22 fiscal budget, property tax rate
Lakeland officials began their review of the annual budget and property tax rate, approving the ordinances on first reading.
Neighborhoods
For sale: A midcentury modern time capsule
It’s not just the simple lines and large, aluminum-framed windows that make this East Memphis home a midcentury modern jewel.
Arts & Culture
Oh, snap: This week’s best photos
It’s been a big week on the Mississippi River, but The Daily Memphian photographers also managed to snap at other spots around town.
Opinion
Opinion: Public schools are in a fight for their lives
Government support is grudgingly given to public schools, because of legal requirements. In fact, our state has been sued to provide even that support. That’s why it’s so refreshing to see Richard Myers call for private money to help public schools.
Podcasts
‘Biden Bucks'; Cohen on the insurrection, and a third bridge
The Daily Memphian Politics Podcast runs down recent political events including sorting out what became of the idea of a “Super Chancery Court” proposed in the Tennessee General Assembly.