Metro

Wintry storm hits Memphis area

Snow flurries began to enter the Mid-South around 5 a.m. Sunday morning, leaving behind about 1.5-2 inches in most areas.

By Jasmine McCraven January 16, 2022

Memphis Tigers Football

Tigers reportedly to hire Marshall offensive coordinator

Marshall ranked No. 16 in total offense under Tim Cramsey this season.

By Frank Bonner II January 16, 2022

Memphis Grizzlies

Grizzlies notebook: MLK Jr. Day game, injuries and Bane’s stats oddity

Ja Morant said that Monday will be a special occasion for the Grizzlies as they take on the Chicago Bulls in the 20th annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day Celebration Game.

By Drew Hill January 16, 2022

Public Safety

Local pet owners to sue West Tennessee dog trainer

An animal abuse case has left many Mid-South families, including several Memphis ones, wondering about the fate of their pets.

By Jasmine McCraven January 16, 2022

State Government

GOP redistricting proposal adds Tipton County to Cohen’s seat

The map will likely allow Republicans to win another seat in Congress.

By Ian Round January 16, 2022

High School Sports

Saturday prep report: White Station, Arlington pick up wins in Bartlett girls showcase

Spartans hang on against tough Millington team in the I Have a Dream Girls Elite Showcase, while the Arlington Tigers end a two-game mini-skid.

By John Varlas January 15, 2022

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Calkins: The Penny Hardaway era isn’t over. But this is sad.

When Memphis lost to East Carolina in 2016, it was the beginning of the end for Josh Pastner. This loss is different. What will it mean for Penny Hardaway?

By Geoff Calkins January 17, 2022

Memphis Tigers Basketball

ECU stuns Tigers at buzzer as they squander double-digit lead

Poor 3-point defense and even worse free-throw shooting doomed Tigers in the AAC game.

By Steven Johnson January 17, 2022

Memphis Tigers Basketball

What we learned about the Tigers after another heartbreaking loss

After dropping the game to ECU, it’s basically win the AAC tournament or bust for the Tigers.

By Steven Johnson January 15, 2022

Financial Services

Pay raises for corrections workers part of crime fight, Lee Harris says

Shelby County Mayor Lee Harris said the raises approved this month for 200 corrections center guards are being funded in part by fees the Justice Department is paying the county as it closes down a privately run federal prison. And he said more raises and bonuses are coming for others.

By Bill Dries January 16, 2022

Elections

Arlington incumbent aldermen face reelection in 2022

All three Arlington aldermen up for reelection this year are leaning to seeking new four-year terms in office.

By Michael Waddell January 16, 2022

Germantown

LENA program aims to boost young brain development

The University of Memphis and Germantown Community Library are teaming up to set the community’s youngest residents on a path to success.

By Abigail Warren January 16, 2022

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The Early Word: Joint office fights violence, and a local yogi is a warrior

Mauck slaying case heads to grand jury, a Downtown theater fences off foot traffic and a Memphis chef is on fire.

By Bianca Phillips 18 hours ago

Public Safety Man accused of citywide shooting spree will go to trial next summer

FedEx lays off hundreds across three cities, including Memphis

The cuts this week are likely the result of the company’s massive work to merge its Express, Ground and FedEx Services divisions.

By Jane Roberts November 14, 2024

Spirit of Memphis Priest, marine biologist address climate change from shared perspective

Love it, Like it or Hate it: Reviewing Memphis’ win against Ohio

“When the chips are down, we just fight harder,” Memphis coach Penny Hardaway said after the Tigers’ 94-70 win over Ohio. “We don’t come out punching. But when we get down and things look a little bleak, we can turn it on at any given time and push away.”

Huey’s on Poplar Avenue closed until tonight due to fire

The main reason for the closure was the smoke and smolder that affected the surrounding kitchen area. Huey’s area director said after they clean up, they will be “ready to rock and roll.”

By Sophia Surrett 7 hours ago

Bailey: A tour around the suburbs

Honors and ground breaking for Buc-cee’s highlight a week of touring around the suburbs for news.

By Clay Bailey 4 hours ago

Felix Cavaliere to receive AutoZone Liberty Bowl award

Felix Cavaliere and The Rascals earned rock-and-roll fame with No. 1 hits like “Good Lovin’,” “Mustang Sally,” “Groovin’” and “People Got to Be Free.”

By The Daily Memphian Staff November 12, 2024

More Arts & Culture Stories

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Calkins: 901 FC is gone. Could the Redbirds be next?

If Memphis doesn’t find the money to make needed repairs, Geoff Calkins says, there could be an empty ballpark at B.B. King Boulevard and Union Avenue before long.

By Geoff Calkins November 14, 2024

Tigers Podcast: Football’s senior day, basketball’s second-half magic

How will this Memphis football season be remembered if the final two regular season games play out in the Tigers’ favor? Can the Tigers’ basketball team continue to pull of their second-half magic? Drew Hill, Frank Bonner II and Parth Upadhyaya discuss.

By Frank Bonner II, Parth Upadhyaya November 14, 2024

Word Search: Thanksgiving to-go

Can you solve this week’s word search?

By The Daily Memphian Staff November 14, 2024

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