Suspect shot by officer; TBI investigating
The incident began around 10:40 a.m., when a citizen reported four individuals with guns at an apartment complex near the Hollywood branch library.
Tigers bowl projections: Top location and opponent predictions
Memphis is bowl-eligible and prognosticators are all over the board on where and which opponent the Tigers might play.
Mississippi River basin’s record-breaking drought beginning to ease
This fall’s drought could be a harbinger of challenges ahead for the Mississippi River shipping industry.
Love it, Like it or Hate it: Reviewing Memphis’ home-opening win over VCU
Kendric Davis, who finished with 26 points and seven assists, was clearly the difference. But how sustainable it’ll be throughout this season to have Davis play hero remains to be seen.
Louise Patterson, wife of former COGIC presiding bishop, set the standard
“She had a very unique way of connecting with women of all ages, concerning real-life issues. She would often share her personal testimony and human experiences about life.” — Bishop Brandon Porter
Hernando mayor says vote against proposed tax for parks was ‘pretty decisive’
Despite some questions about county residents voting in the Hernando-only referendum on parks funding, the suspected votes were not enough to override defeat of the proposal.
Coach Silverfield supports Memphis AD’s athlete funding efforts
The Tigers football coach applauds Laird Veatch’s plea to big-money donors for help with the Name, Image and Likeness program.
Giddy up! Whitehaven-area students ride equestrian opportunity
The BridgeUp: GiddyUp equestrian program teaches students at Havenview Middle and Whitehaven High School how to ride and care for horses.
State Supreme Court: Mandatory life sentences for juveniles ‘cruel and unusual punishment’
“Not so long ago, it was commonplace for states to require juveniles convicted of homicide to serve sentences of over fifty years. Now, that practice has vanished. ... In the entirety of the nation, Tennessee stands alone.”
Herrington: With Morant, Bane out, time for Grizzlies to win with defense
Starting Tuesday night at the FedExForum against the red-hot, high-scoring Sacramento Kings, the Grizzlies are beginning a stretch in which they’ll likely be without Morant/Bane but have Brooks/Jackson. Can they flip the script, and win with defense now? Grizzlies Insider: Kennedy Chandler next in line for MemphisRelated story:
Calkins: Good news, Memphis. Kendric Davis is who we thought he was.
Kendric Davis was brilliant in his home debut. He scored 26 points, collected seven assists and looked exactly like the player Memphis needs him to be.
TBI, DCS tell governor: Hiring is easier when we can pay more
“It is no secret that DCS has failed to hire and retain staff and, as a result, has seen unusually high caseload averages throughout the state,” DCS Commissioner Margie Quin told Gov. Bill Lee and his budget advisers on Nov. 17.
Twitter changes could do ‘more harm at the local level’
What the new Twitter landscape will look like, if the platform survives its present challenges, has some concerned over its effectiveness as an information platform.
Recipe Roundup: Smoky sweet potatoes and other Thanksgiving dinner ideas
Don’t worry about pulling out your cookbooks. We’ve got you covered with simple and delicious recipes for the entire Thanksgiving meal.
Metro
Voting-rights bill passes Tennessee Senate committee
SB0336, sponsored by state Sen. Raumesh Akbari, D-Memphis, would remove the requirements for persons convicted of certain felonies to have fully paid all court costs associated with their crime to be eligible to vote.
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Business
FedEx laying off 200+ outside Nashville
The company is closing a site in Lebanon, Tennessee, as it is ceasing service to a key customer.
Shelby County Officials seeks public comment on xAI air permit
Health Care New at the Downtown Y: Sit-ups, pull-ups and check-ups
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Sports
Grizzlies Insider: Memphis can’t hide from magnitude of Warriors game
The Memphis Grizzlies have a standings board that hangs outside the exit of the locker room. It’s a reminder of how important Tuesday’s game has become.
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Food
Wing Guru owner Billy Richmond indicted
The owner of a popular Memphis wing restaurant chain has been indicted for theft and tax fraud, local court records show.
Suburbs
Wells Cemetery will be protected no matter what develops around it
The overgrown cemetery sits in a field down a winding, narrow road off Arlington Trail.
Arts & Culture
‘Some Like It Hot,’ ‘Saint Joan’ among April theater openings
A Broadway version of classic Marilyn Monroe film — with plenty of tap-dancing — is one of several shows opening in Memphis theaters in April.
Opinion
Martin: In this Final Four, there’s a message for Memphis
Memphis won’t get the chance to get closure in San Antonio for the 2008 title game. That doesn’t mean that there still isn’t something for Penny Hardaway and Memphis to take from the last four teams remaining. Memphis forward Damarien Yates enters transfer portal, per reportRelated content:
Podcasts
The state of the Memphis dining scene
The owner of Biscuits & Jams, the owner of Cameo and Mary’s BOTE and the former owner of Edge Alley discuss the struggles, successes and realities of the industry this week on the WKNO-TV’s “Behind The Headlines.”
Games
Word Flower: April 1
Word Flower is a fun and challenging game people of all ages can play.