Grizzlies hold on in final minute to beat Trail Blazers
Memphis gave up a 17-point lead in the fourth quarter, but found a way to win on the road in Portland. Related story:
Why a $5 million difference has frozen the Grand Hyatt deal
Chance Carlise of Carlisle Corp. said there’s a $5 million funding gap that is the result of the city delaying closing the deal.
Political Roundup: Early voting, Cohen & Kustoff, Memphis mayor’s race
Thursday is the last day to vote early ahead of next Tuesday’s election day, as congressmen David Kustoff and Steve Cohen predict who will control the House. Plus: Notes on school funding, MLGW and the first mayoral forum.
Serenity Recovery Centers gets $500k federal grant for residential pregnancy treatment
The NIH grant will provide services for pregnant women trying to overcome substance abuse addiction. The director of Serenity Recovery Centers says she hopes it can end the practice of incarcerated women with such issues giving birth in prison and immediately losing custody of newborns.
Memphis basketball will retire Lorenzen Wright’s jersey
The jersey retirement will take place during a ceremony at FedExForum at a future game to be determined by the program and the late Wright’s family.
Renovations underway at Bank of Bartlett headquarters
Bank of Bartlett has started a $2 million renovation at its main offices on Stage Road, an example of the bank’s commitment to the area.
Briarcrest unveils plans for new $12.8M athletic facility
Groundbreaking for the project scheduled for January.
Memphis mayoral candidates face residency issues after federal court ruling
A challenge to a six-month residency rule by a Mason, Tennessee, mayoral candidate came with a ruling last month that could revive a five-year residency requirement in the Memphis mayoral race.
Dream Hotel has new, almost $100M price tag, seeks TDZ incentive
Tom Intrator’s 18 Main is seeking a 20-year PILOT and tourism surcharge for an updated Dream Hotel project.
Varsity Brands says claims in lawsuits are ‘blatantly false’
Varsity Brands and Memphis-based Varsity Spirit are among several defendants named in federal lawsuits that accuse multiple cheerleading coaches of a range of misconduct and illicit sexual behavior with minors.
New MLGW-TVA contract vote scheduled for later this month
The board vote could end a years-long process over who will be MLGW’s next power supplier.
MLGW: $0 bill notices were a mistake
Memphis Light, Gas and Water Division said a vendor error caused thousands of residents to receive an email stating their utility bill was $0.
MPD data shows drop in homicides, murders
From January through October 2022, there were 201 murders and 244 homicides. During the same time period in 2021, there were 241 murders and 274 homicides.
Dory to host this month’s Daily Memphian lunch
This month, on Nov. 18, we’re going to Dave and Amanda Krog’s restaurant, Dory.
Table Talk: Picks for Downtown Dining Week and a fall sippin’ party
Downtown Dining Week began in the aughts and includes more than 50 participating restaurants this year.
Not all fund and games: Bartlett students face the challenges of budgeting
On Wednesday, some Bartlett High School students learned the complexities of financial planning as they balanced jobs, housing, child care and daily necessities at the Financial Reality Fair.
Cascades development resumes in Olive Branch
After years of sitting dormant, the Cascades development in Olive Branch has received new approvals and the walk-live-play project could soon start construction.
Strickland among mayors calling for federal help with Mississippi River’s record low
“Low water can have as great a cost, or greater, than high water,” Strickland said. “We have all these tools at our disposal for floods, but very few for droughts.”
Tigers’ defense anticipates a physical matchup against UCF
The defense is going to have its hands full against a physical UCF team that averages the eighth-most rushing yards in the country at more than 244 rushing yards per game.
Tigers Football Insider: Memphis looks for its sixth straight homecoming win
The Tigers haven’t lost a homecoming game since 2016 and hope to keep that streak going against UCF.
Inked: Grilled cheese and new name headed to Ferraro’s Pizza site
This week’s Inked covers updates and potential road closures in the Pinch District and a partnership between Poag Shopping Centers and Jones Lang LaSalle.
Hernando to vote on 1% tax for parks
Hernando voters will consider adding a 1% tax to prepared foods, such as restaurants and delis, to help fund an improved parks program in the DeSoto County city.Related story:
Metro
Woman involved in Mississippi Boulevard pastor’s murder found guilty
A jury found Latoshia Daniels guilty of second-degree murder, reckless endangerment in connection with the shooting death of Brodes Perry, a former pastor at Mississippi Boulevard Christian Church.
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Bodycam footage, records provide clearer picture of Tony Allen arrest
Health Care High schoolers, hand drills and bone saws
Public Safety Man who had charges dismissed in a drag-racing death arrested again, records show
Business
MEM airport relatively quiet despite flight cuts
Travelers starting from Memphis seemed unaffected Friday by the current reduction in flights, but some people flying into Memphis told a different story.
Real Estate Former East Memphis Houston’s bought
Health Care High schoolers, hand drills and bone saws
Premium Real Estate 2 new signs coming to Downtown skyline
Sports
Tulane at Memphis: What to know before Friday night’s kickoff
Friday’s matchup between Memphis and Tulane could turn out to be an elimination game for a berth in the American Conference Championship.
High School Sports Collierville, Houston finish as state cross country runners-up
High School Sports CBHS finishes fourth at state, fueled by hometown crowd at Shelby Farms
Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball What to watch in Memphis’ season-opener against San Francisco
Food
Former East Memphis Houston’s bought
The former Houston’s restaurant building located at 5000 Poplar Ave. was bought for $2.1 million Friday, Nov. 7, by a regional developer-managed company.
Suburbs
Woman involved in Mississippi Boulevard pastor’s murder found guilty
A jury found Latoshia Daniels guilty of second-degree murder, reckless endangerment in connection with the shooting death of Brodes Perry, a former pastor at Mississippi Boulevard Christian Church.
Arts & Culture
These Memphis artists are up for 2026 Grammy Awards
One Memphis artist is nominated for “Best Rap Album.” Blues performers are also represented.
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: Hot cocoa, holiday shopping and a very short run
Outdoor events are all the rage this weekend, with a fun holiday market, a very short run (with a much longer afterparty) and a hot take on fire pits.