Anticipated winter weather closes schools Thursday
The area is under a winter weather advisory, from early Thursday until Thursday evening, with total snow and sleet accumulations of up to two inches, according to the National Weather Service.
Snow what? Chances of wintry weather tonight and tomorrow morning
The National Weather Service says the Mid-South can expect snow for Thursday, Jan. 6.
Tom Lee Park redesign plaintiffs want parking lots restored
The plaintiffs are taking the city and Memphis River Parks Partnership to court over the $61 million Tom Lee Park redesign.Related story:
Taylor warns of packed hospitals even with less severe effects of Omicron
Shelby County Health Dept. Director Dr. Michelle Taylor told Shelby County commissioners Wednesday, Jan. 5, that state health officials are also watching the strain on hospitals and public health institutions closely.
Jury trials suspended in Shelby County as COVID cases spike
Jury trials in Shelby County Criminal Court are suspended through Jan. 28 as COVID cases increase locally.
Collierville investigates unsupervised high school classes
Three Collierville High classes were unsupervised Tuesday; the first day back after winter break. The district investigated, and Principal Roger Jones communicated with affected parents.
Authorities offer $15K reward for suspect in Young Dolph slaying
Authorities issued a warrant for a man they say is wanted in connection with the fatal shooting of Young Dolph. A $15,000 reward has been offered by police agencies for information on the whereabouts of Justin Johnson.
Grizzlies’ Brooks, Melton and Anderson exit health, safety protocols
Brooks and Melton could make their return against the Pistons, but Desmond Bane is unlikely to play.
Grizzlies Mailbag Part 1: Ja Morant’s ‘Rose year’ has team on the rise
Also tackled here: questions about Jaren Jackson Jr. and Kiwi culture.
Table Talk: Out with the old, in with the new, but who can tell?
Blue Plate Café to close after the death of its owner, Memphis Pizza Café goes to shorter hours due to staffing issues and we’re trying Kind January instead of Dry January.
2022 brings a few changes; 2021 left us changed
Chris Herrington and Jennifer Biggs discuss the end of 2021 and what’s ahead for 2022 in food.
Inked: More Medical District development; a gym activates a blighted corner
A new multifamily building planned for 220 S. Claybrook St. could offer more housing options for a growing Medical District.
Ford Megasite: Stanton, Suga’s set to reap rewards from Ford plant
Stanton has lost population, the income is low and its Downtown is gone, but a can-do mayor and a boost from Blue Oval City seem likely to change the town’s luck.
Arlington faces the challenge of maintaining atmosphere amid growth
Keeping the ship steady in terms of how the town develops remains a top priority for Arlington Mayor Mike Wissman this year, including strengthening and refining the town’s land use plan and ordinances.
901 FC re-signs captain Leston Paul
The 31-year-old midfielder is the lone remaining player from the club’s debut season.
Metro
Hundreds of jail inmates will be moved to combat overcrowding, sheriff says
Bonner also denied that his office is working with ICE to make immigration arrests and talked about inmate deaths at the jail, also known as 201 Poplar.
Premium Public Safety Gun purchased 6 hours before Mississippi Boulevard pastor was killed, witnesses say
Premium City of Memphis After more than a year of negotiations, the City of Memphis has closed on the Sheraton
Shelby County Judge to deny dismissal request for case against Ford
Business
2 new signs coming to Downtown skyline
Regions Bank is adding its name and logo atop a 98-year-old building in Downtown Memphis.
Update Business Council approves $2.5M loan for meals along with fire chief, general services head
Premium Business Arlington puts future solar plant plans on ice
Premium Business Chef Jimmy Gentry takes no-nonsense path to Michelin stage
Sports
Calkins: It’s the best sport in the universe — and it’s booming in Memphis these days
The hottest sport in Memphis? No, not pickleball. Cross country is having a moment. And that’s a very good thing.
Breaking News Memphis Grizzlies Former Grizzly Tony Allen arrested for drug possession in Arkansas
Memphis Tigers Basketball Before opener, Penny Hardaway has ‘concerns about what’s going on’
Premium Memphis Tigers Football Memphis defensive lineman on rivalry game against Tulane: ‘We’ve got to leave our mark’
Food
Table Talk: Michelin guide whets Memphis chefs’ appetite for stars
More from the Michelin Guide’s American South 2025 event as well as how the recognition has energized the Memphis honorees.
Suburbs
Gun purchased 6 hours before Mississippi Boulevard pastor was killed, witnesses say
The gun recovered at the apartment where Brodes Perry was killed was bought hours before he and his wife were shot, witnesses said in the second day of trial.
Arts & Culture
From ‘Southside Doublewide’ to ‘Cuffing Season,’ 5 must-see November concerts
Homegrown Booker T. Jones, rock singer-songwriter Jeff Tweedy, two-time Grammy-winning jazz instrumentalist Marcus Miller and more musicians come to Memphis this month.
Opinion
Calkins: It’s the best sport in the universe — and it’s booming in Memphis these days
The hottest sport in Memphis? No, not pickleball. Cross country is having a moment. And that’s a very good thing.
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: Motorists take notice of task force
With traffic stops being a large part of the task force’s activities, anecdotal evidence suggests some area drivers are becoming more conscientious about expired license plates and revoked driver’s licenses.