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
AI-powered cameras are monitoring Downtown
Downtown Memphis’ 63 artificial-intelligence-powered traffic cameras monitor activity down to the types of vehicles that pass through its streets daily and how fast they are going. The city plans to add about 200 additional cameras.
Public Safety Two dead after shooting in South Memphis
Premium City of Memphis Professor says xAI turbines don’t affect air quality if company’s claims are true
Shelby County Sheriff’s Office pegs ‘worst case’ cost of new jail
Business
Colossus: Can Memphis stop Elon Musk?
To many, xAI is just another chapter in what residents said they think is a legacy of industrial racism and pollution. The debate centers on one central question: Is Colossus worth the cost?
Health Care Le Bonheur hires its first chief of child psychology, behavioral health
Business Bush Sr.'s granddaughter speaks to Memphis women’s foundation
Premium Food News Food Files: 711 Social to open in former DeeO’s; new owners for Ryu Sushi
Sports
Calkins: Ja went high and they went low. That’s how a magnificent night fell apart.
It was going to be a magnificent night for Memphis. Then Ja Morant and the Grizzlies crashed to the earth.
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Herrington: Worst playoff loss in Grizzlies history? No. Then again …
Premium Memphis Grizzlies The Grizzlies were on their way to joy. Then Morant hit the floor.
High School Sports Daily Memphian postseason girls basketball awards: Hernando, Houston, Memphis Business honored
Food
Sound Bites: What’s planned for ‘Felicia’s 2.0’
Chef Felicia Willett-Schuchart said Felicia Suzanne’s will offer signature dishes and Southern favorites.
Suburbs
Arlington superintendent lands new four-year contract
After settling the district after the death of former Arlington Schools superintendent Jeff Mayo, Allison Clark has been rewarded with a four-year contract.
Arts & Culture
Day-by-day guide to Riverbeat
Don’t know every band on the Riverbeat lineup? Daily Memphian staffers did the cold hard research into each artist performing at the Downtown Memphis music festival.
Opinion
Opinion: Remembering Holocaust is act of resistance
“On Wednesday, 600-plus members of our Memphis Jewish community gathered for our 63rd annual Yom HaShoah Commemoration, a solemn and vital moment for remembrance and reflection.”
Podcasts
Sound Bites: What’s planned for ‘Felicia’s 2.0’
Chef Felicia Willett-Schuchart said Felicia Suzanne’s will offer signature dishes and Southern favorites.