Isaac Bruce humble, but has message to one doubter: ‘How ya like me now?’
Bruce, the first Tigers player to be inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame, also made sure to mention Memphis prominently during his speech.
Calkins: It’s a magical moment in Memphis sports
Penny Hardaway has the No. 1 recruit in the country, the golf tournament has never been better, the Tigers football team has been to seven straight bowl games and Ja Morant calls FedExForum home. Has there ever been a more promising moment for Memphis sports?
Shorthanded 901 FC falls at OKC
Laurent Kissiedou is sent off early after a hard tackle, and Memphis 901 FC’s five-match unbeaten streak ends.
‘I teared up when I saw someone share this on Facebook’
A drive-thru backpack giveaway at Raleigh Springs Civic Center helps Shelby County Schools students prepare for the start of classes Monday.
Vaccine first doses up 90% in Tennessee over past two weeks
Pediatric hospitalizations reflect COVID, rising number of respiratory infections. Related story:
Three local bars, restaurants to require proof of vaccination
Three local bar/restaurants have laid down the law: If you want to drink or eat with them, you have to show proof of vaccination or that you’re COVID-free.
Analysis: Jalen Duren already ahead of other Tigers big men
His addition makes the Tigers must-watch basketball, something Memphis is capitalizing on with its timely email reminder to renew season tickets.
Calkins: Why Jalen Duren’s decision to attend Memphis could change everything
Yes, Penny Hardaway has landed big recruits before. But getting Jalen Duren is different. It could be the start of a glorious new era of Tigers basketball.
Masks will be required in all K-12 schools in Shelby County
The Shelby County Health Department amended Directive No. 24 to require face coverings for students and teachers in all K-12 schools, officials announced Friday.
Sexton’s visit to Memphis about violent crime turns to masks
Tennessee House Speaker Cameron Sexton was in Memphis to discuss violent crime, before the topic turned to COVID.
Judge in Pervis Payne case tells state to finish evaluation or hire new expert
“If you don’t have time to do it, I’m sorry. I need someone else who can do it,” Judge Paula Skahan tells psychologist.
Former assistant D.A. among nine indicted after year-long probe
The TBI began an investigation into the improper use of confidential information by someone in the district attorney’s office.
Lakeland considers new development strategy in look to the future
Some of the key players in Lakeland’s economic development met this week to start establishing a plan for the suburb’s future, particularly along prominent roads.
wgc-FedEx St. Jude invitational
Live blog: Day 3
FedEx St. Jude final-round pairings and tee times
Harris English and Bryson DeChambeau are paired in final group of WGC-FedEx St. Jude Invitational at TPC Southwind.
Tournament Central: Weekend crowds put a charge into TPC Southwind
For the first two rounds, the crowds were polite and nice, like a fancy cocktail party at a high-end restaurant. Saturday, the crowds were larger, more vocal and more festive.
Round 3 recap: Fans brought the energy, players responded
The good scoring continued Saturday afternoon, but by the end, the leaders had separated themselves.
Spieth sizzles early as big names start strong
Jordan Spieth moved up nearly 40 places on the leaderboard after shooting a 63 Saturday morning at TPC Southwind.
Your guide to the Fed Ex St. Jude field, from Ancer to Zalatoris
Which competitor drives a purple Lamborghini? Who has a barber named Lee Trevino? Find out here.
Oh, snap: This week’s best photos
The WGC-FedEx St. Jude Invitational has been big news this week, with lots of opportunities for pictures. But The Daily Memphian photogs also got some other great images. Tell us which is your favorite.
Metro
Gov. Bill Lee wants $155 million to fund 20,000 new vouchers
If Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee achieves his goal, Tennessee would spend more than $303 million in public dollars on vouchers next fiscal year to help send 40,000 students to private schools across the state.
Elections New bill would bar some Tennesseans from running for Congress
Update State Government New state budget proposes $80M for Memphis
Premium Shelby County Edmund Ford Jr. pleads guilty to tax evasion
Premium Shelby County How Jerri Green plans to breathe life back into one of the nation’s oldest public defender offices
Business
Uncovering the Legacy at 87 Adams: Downtown Memphis church will memorialize thousands
From 1855 to 1862, about 3,800 slaves were sold in what is now Calvary Episcopal Church’s parking lot. The church is shedding a light on this history, and it received a major grant for its effort.
Movers and Shakers Movers & Shakers
Premium Spirit of Memphis Seeds for lawyer’s success planted when she was a child
Winter Weather Business From Cash Saver to Kroger, stores work to restock after winter storm
Premium Business International Paper splits into two public companies, reports $23.6B in 2025 sales
Sports
Herrington: Analyzing the JJJ deal — and what’s next for the Grizzlies
Chris Herrington wades into the Jaren Jackson Jr. trade, explains what happened Tuesday and what it means and what it suggests.
Premium Geoff Calkins Calkins: Jaren Jackson had to be traded. Because it’s time for the Grizzlies to start again.
Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies trade two-time All-Star Jaren Jackson Jr. to Utah
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies 25: Mike Miller’s jump shot was one version of basketball beauty
Player of the Week Winter weather timeout: Catch up on Memphis’ fans choice and OrthoSouth players of the week
Food
With savory hand pies, Whisks of Doom whips up a different type of bakery
Founder Allie Trotter said Whisks of Doom was never meant to fit into traditional bakery culture, which she describes as too “cotton candy” for her taste.
Premium Spirit of Memphis Memphis caterer delivers all the way to Holly Springs — due to weather
Suburbs
Could Bartlett get rid of its property tax?
Bartlett Alderman David Reaves wants the suburb to look into eliminating property taxes, but others wonder how the suburb would make up the lost revenue.
Winter weather Arlington Suburbs pretreated roads, but still need help from Mother Nature
Arts & Culture
Pro cornhole comes to town, and the Dixon celebrates 50 years
In this week’s To-Do List, a new Pink Palace exhibit explores the science and culture of food. And Urban Earth hosts a workshop on air plants.
Premium Visual Arts Arts Beat: Satisfying our craving for crafting
Opinion
Opinion: Like Minneapolis, Memphis doesn’t have an ‘immigration problem’
“Introducing immigration enforcement into our neighborhoods does not make us safer; it fractures trust, drives fear underground and harms families who are already contributing quietly and faithfully to the life of this city.”
Premium Chris Herrington Herrington: Ty Jerome’s return, GG Jackson’s reemergence and Mike Conley nearing the end
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: The difference between Memphis and Minneapolis
The scene in Memphis has been very different from the one in Minneapolis, and there are many theories about why that is.
Metro The AM/DM podcast: Back to work? Again?
Games
Sudoku: Feb. 3
Ready for today’s sudokus?