10 cases of Delta variant confirmed here; more expected
14 other probable cases awaiting testing or results.
City Council keeps current property tax rate in budget
A move for a 31-cent tax hike never got to a vote, with a council majority voting down a rule suspension to consider going up on the tax rate. That and other votes Tuesday, June 15, closed out the city’s budget season.
Herrington: Draft, trade, free agency — an early look at the Grizzlies’ three summer paths
Unlike other NBA teams, the Grizzlies might have a calm offseason leading to the draft. Or not.
Memphis 901 FC excited to return to friendly confines of AutoZone Park
The club’s first no-restrictions home game since March 2020 offers a chance to get back on track quickly after a frustrating loss in Louisville.
Oak Court Mall owner files for reorganization bankruptcy
Oak Court Mall houses about 70 retailers including anchors Macy’s, Dillards and H&M.
QB Tevin Carter receives Elite 11 invite; Tigers now in tight competition
The local quarterback will receive top instruction and a chance to shine on a national stage.
Saint Francis, West announce plan to build oncology urgent care center
The facility, thought to be the first of its kind in the region, is designed to keep immunocompromised cancer patients separate from other emergency room traffic.
Clock’s now ticking: Who’s in with 100 North Main?
The Downtown Memphis Commission released its request for proposals from any developers considering buying and redeveloping the 100 North Main Building as well as the entire city blocks it stands on.
Disco makes a comeback in 2021
After a year’s absence, Paula and Raiford’s Disco — and Paula Raiford — are back.
Longtime Judge John Donald steps down from bench
Shelby County General Sessions Judge John Donald is set to retire next month after 35 years on the bench.
Recruiting notebook: Memphis turning up the heat on 2023 prospects
Here’s a running list of the players who picked up Memphis offers overnight.
Vaccinated against COVID but still sick
Who is most at risk and how many local residents have reportedly been infected despite getting a vaccine.
FedEx testing self-driving delivery vehicles
FedEx has announced a new partnership with Nuro, a provider of self-driving vehicles, to enhance its parcel delivery system.
$10 Deal: The Memphis Mojo Café serves a mighty good burger
A drive to the ’burbs for Thai food took a turn and it was burgers instead, but it was a good one at Memphis Mojo Café.
Education commissioner skipping Shelby on 50-district summer tour
Tennessee Education Commissioner Penny Schwinn won’t be making a Shelby County stop during a 50-district summer tour, but a spokesman said the omission isn’t personal or political.
Metro
Westwood teetered on the edge of closure for years. Will a middle school merger save it?
Chickasaw Middle could close at the end of the school year, one of five closures MSCS officials have proposed. The students would move to the Westwood High campus, making it a school for sixth-12th graders.
Elections More than 70 would-be candidates get petitions for 2026 elections
Education Who’s running in the 2026 Memphis school board election?
Premium Public Safety What do Memphians think about Memphis Safe Task Force?
Public Safety Another inmate dies at 201 Poplar
Business
Chicago agriculture processor closes part of Memphis facility, lays off 95
The partial closing is due to a new cottonseed oil joint venture between Chicago-based Archer Daniels Midland and Pine Bluff, Arkansas-based Planters Cotton Oil Mill Inc.
Movers and Shakers Movers & Shakers
Premium Business Ask the Memphian: Why does Memphis require liquor stores to be 1,500 feet away from a church or school?
Premium Business From worry to relief: Stanton neighbors welcome Ford’s gas truck pivot — and the promise it brings
Transportation & Logistics FedEx reports strong 2nd quarter
Sports
Grizzlies notebook: Coward’s comp, Aldama’s spot and the injury crown
Grizzlies fans have compared Cedric Coward to Clippers wing Kawhi Leonard, but does the Memphis rookie have a better player comparison in Oklahoma City?
Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball What we know about Tigers as they head into American Conference play
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies 25: O.J. Mayo rained jumpers for four drama-filled Memphis seasons
Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies podcast: Is Memphis’ momentum already gone?
Memphis Grizzlies GG Jackson reemerges for Grizzlies in Utah road win
Food
$15 Deal: Libro’s 1/2 pasta portions
Three things always keep food writer Erica Horton from eating at Libro. But not this time.
Premium Food Paulette’s welcomes new chef to honor original vision — with a modern twist
Suburbs
DeSoto author debuts ‘Duck and Bubba’ book based on family bonds
A local author who has concentrated on writing about Alzheimer’s disease has pivoted to a 12-book series on youths who gain superpowers.
Premium Elections With term limits looming, most suburban incumbents still all-in for 2026 races
Arts & Culture
Why giving is essential to The Daily Memphian
Sarah Leach, The Daily Memphian’s director of fundraising and development, joins Eric Barnes on this week’s episode of “The Sidebar.”
Premium Music Arts Beat: What Memphis arts and culture looked like in 2025
Opinion
Opinion: Why the Shelby County Clerk’s Office deserves our attention
“At its best, the Clerk’s Office is where the government meets everyday life, where efficiency, fairness and accountability translate directly into better public service.”
Premium Otis Sanford Opinion: Increasing voter turnout is laudable. Feagins’ mayoral candidacy is not.
Podcasts
Why giving is essential to The Daily Memphian
Sarah Leach, The Daily Memphian’s director of fundraising and development, joins Eric Barnes on this week’s episode of “The Sidebar.”
Collierville The AM/DM podcast: Collierville looks to its future
Games
Sudoku: Dec. 24
Ready for today’s sudokus?