New CDC guidance urges masks, other precautions for schools
When distancing is not possible, schools are asked to layer other protections to cover the students 12 and under are not vaccinated.
Luxury home development proposed for Whitehaven
“Goshen Place” would be a nearly 16-acre, gated subdivision for luxury homes near the planned BLP Film Studios site in Whitehaven.
Former Bartlett, Memphis Tigers star Jacob Wilson gets first major league call-up
After nearly a decade grinding through the minors, the infielder’s perseverance has resulted in a chance with the Oakland Athletics this weekend.
Industrial developer seeks to rezone 72 acres near airport
TPA Group of Atlanta wants to convert 72 undeveloped acres near Memphis International into property that can host warehousing, distribution and fulfillment uses.
More charges against state Sen. Katrina Robinson possible, prosecutor says
Despite the possibility of additional charges, a Sept. 13 trial date remains in place for now in the case against state Sen. Katrina Robinson on charges related to her business, The Healthcare Institute.
Owens sentenced to three years in federal heroin case
The son of one-time topless nightclub kingpin Danny Owens drew a sentence below federal guidelines for drug conspiracy.
Despite another frustrating result, 901 FC stays course
Kyle Murphy’s good form is one reason for optimism heading into Saturday’s visit to division-leading Birmingham.
901 FC bolsters corps with addition of veteran goalkeeper
Kyle Morton, on loan from Houston in Major League Soccer, has had success with Pittsburgh and Saint Louis in USL Championship.
Camera rental company plans to move headquarters to Southwind
The Memphis-born company that has become the nation’s largest online rental company for camera equipment seeks planning board approval so it can move from Cordova to an existing building in the Southwind business park.
Lexus of Memphis plans to build in-house photography studio
In age of online shopping, car dealership wants to ‘click it’ with a new photography studio.
Le Bonheur physicians, angry with pact, want meeting with leadership
The physicians group is asking Methodist and UT leaders to meet with the 150-member practice within a week.
Collierville Target scheduled to reopen following fire
The Collierville location will reopen July 19. It closed in June after a fire in the store’s grocery section.
About Town: Drinking in a win for the Aquifer
After more than a year of debates and rallies, plans for the Byhalia Pipeline have been abandoned. But the battle left its mark on the city.
Opinion: And yet, I love my city
‘Outside is as hot as the seventh circle of hell because it’s Memphis in summer. And yet, I stay. I’m home. My memories are in the grid and grit of this place, on this river, in these people, those here and those deep in my bones.’
Metro
Jury begins deliberation in Kroger security guard’s murder trial
Jurors and family members watched intently as the state and the defense presented closing arguments on day five of the trial for Gregory Livingston.
Public Safety Former Kroger security guard convicted of first-degree murder
Business
Inked: Centennial Place for sale, Clark Tower and Trinity Ridge have new tenants
Centennial Place Shopping Center is up for sale, Trinity Ridge Business Center and Clark Tower have new tenants and Mi Escuelita doubles its space.
South Memphis ‘One down, and more to go’ as polluter closes in South Memphis
Sports
Memphis’ David Jones invited to 2024 NBA Draft Combine
Jones averaged a team-high 21.8 points, 7.6 rebounds, 2.2 steals and 1.8 assists per game while shooting 38% from 3-point range this past season for the Tigers.
Memphis Grizzlies Ja Morant case: Teen’s mother says attorneys ‘unethical’
Food
Food Files: Playa Bowls opening; Itta Bena and B.B. King’s renovated
Tennessee’s first-ever Playa Bowls opens in Memphis, Itta Bena and B.B. King’s Blues Club are renovated, and Central Station Memphis adds a Conductor’s Club.
Suburbs
Lakeland approves mixed-use commercial project along U.S. 70
The Heathfield project received its latest approval during a Lakeland Board of Commissioners meeting this week as development along U.S. 70 steadily continues.
Arts & Culture
Mud Island Amphitheater could get major renovation
The City of Memphis’ proposed capital-improvement budget includes issuing $17.6 million in debt over four years for the amphitheater’s renovation. A potential big-name operator could be interested, too.
Opinion
Greenstein: ‘Freedom from slavery is the essence’ of Passover
“The liberation of the Jewish people from Egyptian bondage has become a powerful symbol of redemption not only for the Jewish people, but for the entire world.”
Podcasts
Sound Bites: Quizzing Daily Memphian staffers, part three
Here’s part three of asking Daily Memphian staffers their food hot takes, date night ideas, lunch plans and more. Digital desk manager Elle Perry, digital producer Nick Lingerfelt and reporter Sophia Surrett are in the hot seat.