Tigers start smoothly, stumble at finish as UTSA ends home winning streak

UTSA, with a top-10 defense in the nation, clamped down on Memphis in the second half.

By Frank Bonner II September 25, 2021

Calkins: The Memphis streak is dead. And Memphis is responsible.

After nearly three years of winning at Liberty Bowl Memorial Stadium, the Tigers lost a football game at home. They have nobody to blame but themselves.

By Geoff Calkins September 25, 2021

Memphis Tigers Football

One disappointing loss doesn’t mean all hope is gone for Tigers

The University of Memphis endured a rough day against UTSA, but they start with a clean slate in the AAC next week.

By Frank Bonner II September 25, 2021

Memphis Tigers Football

Tweet collection: What they’re saying at Memphis vs. UTSA

A collection of tweets from the UTSA-Memphis game at Liberty Bowl Memorial Stadium, Sept. 25, 2021.

By The Daily Memphian Staff September 25, 2021

Memphis Tigers Football

Box score: UTSA 31, Memphis 28

Sept. 25, 2021: UTSA 31, Memphis 28 at Liberty Bowl Memorial Stadium.

By The Daily Memphian Staff September 25, 2021

901 FC

Memphis 901 FC moves into 4th place with first-ever point against Louisville

Both teams score early, then Memphis hangs on as fatigue sets in late. Prior to the match, the club observed a moment of silence for the victims of Thursday’s shooting at a Kroger store in Collierville that left two people dead and several others hospitalized.

By John Varlas September 25, 2021

Arts & Culture

Pink Palace Crafts Fair returns

After a one-year hiatus, the festival hosted by Museum of Science and History, has more than 150 artisan vendors, plus crafts demonstrations and a slew of children’s activities.

By Julia Baker September 25, 2021

Collierville

Collierville community gathers, prays for hope, peace

About 100 gathered in front of Collierville Town Hall Friday for a prayer vigil following the shooting at Kroger on New Byhalia Road.

By Julia Baker, Abigail Warren September 27, 2021

Collierville

‘I was shaking so bad, I couldn’t dial 911’

Roofer Andre Barlow said he watched in horror as the gunman followed three people out of the Collierville Kroger and shot them one by one as they hid near a dumpster.

By Julia Baker September 27, 2021

Collierville

Gunman in Collierville Kroger shooting identified

Authorities have identified Uk Thang as the gunman at the Collierville Kroger. Thang also died in the shooting, of what is believed to be a self-inflicted wound.

By Abigail Warren September 27, 2021

Collierville

Six remain hospitalized at Regional One

Six victims of the Collierville shooting remain hospitalized at Regional One Health, doctors said Friday.

By Yolanda Jones September 27, 2021

High School Sports

Collierville remains unbeaten with statement victory over Whitehaven

Defense keeps Tigers in check after opening drive.

By John Varlas September 24, 2021

High School Sports

Friday prep report: MUS wallops Ridgeway as receiver sets record

Mac Owen establishes new Owls standard with four touchdown grabs. Also, see how the Power 15 fared and check out all the scores and summaries of Memphis-area games.

By John Varlas September 26, 2021

Public Safety

Former MPD officer pleads guilty to official misconduct

The allegation stemmed from a sexual relationship with a defendant.

By The Daily Memphian Staff September 24, 2021

City of Memphis

SCS reports new COVID cases among 324 students, 57 staff members

Statewide, there have been 4,933 student cases and 755 staff cases reported as of Friday afternoon.

By Daja E. Henry September 24, 2021

Premium City of Memphis

Federal funds trigger new type of budget season for city and county

The Memphis City Council and Shelby County Commission are already getting requests from groups that want a share of the money.

By Bill Dries September 25, 2021

Behind The Headlines

‘Behind The Headlines’ talks education, pipelines

The WKNO Channel 10 program features a reporters’ roundtable discussion on a variety of topics, including passage of the first of three city ordinances out of the controversy over the Byhalia Connection crude oil pipeline project.

By Bill Dries September 25, 2021

Arts & Culture

Oh Snap: This week’s best photos

This week’s pictures capture a range of emotions from sorrow to joy, and our photographers were there to capture the moments. Vote for your favorite.

By The Daily Memphian Staff September 25, 2021

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City of Memphis

Community turns raucous against xAI at public hearing

Hundreds of people packed into Fairley High’s gymnasium in Whitehaven on Friday evening largely to vent their frustration about the artificial intelligence company’s use of natural gas turbines.

By Samuel Hardiman 3 hours ago

Education Boys & Girls Clubs to close nine Memphis high school sites

Shelby County Veteran Criminal Court judge to retire

Public Safety MPD chief: South Memphis shooting near high school was gang-related

Elwood’s Shack on Park Avenue closes

Elwood’s Shack on Park Avenue has closed, leaving just the original location on Summer Avenue for those who love the eatery’s fish tacos or big sandwiches.

By Jody Callahan 5 hours ago