Kelsey pleads guilty to two counts in campaign fraud case
State Sen. Brian Kelsey requested a hearing to change his plea eight days after an associate pleaded guilty.
Grizzlies rally falls short in final seconds against Kings
The Grizzlies rallied in the fourth quarter, but a comeback bid fell short in the final seconds against the Kings. Box score: Kings 113, Grizzlies 109 Why is Kenneth Lofton Jr. in the G League? Grizzlies have ‘a reason’Related stories:
Memphian among Colorado Springs shooting victims
OUTMemphis held a candlelight vigil Monday evening at 892 S. Cooper St.
Carbon monoxide leak causes Midtown apartments to be evacuated, kills pets
The Memphis Fire Department initially came to the scene at The Venue apartment complex to attend to a first-responder call.
Six local players named as Mr. Football finalists
Finalists will be on hand when the winners are announced on Dec. 7 in Nashville. Rosters for AutoZone Liberty Bowl high school all-star game announcedRelated story:
The art of business: How Arrow Creative bolsters local artists
Memphis Fashion Week founders established Arrow Creative as an incubator and studio space for local artists to “really push that creative entrepreneur spirit.”
U of M women’s soccer reaches new postseason heights
The Tigers reached the Sweet 16 for the first time in school history after having a rough start to the season.
District 15-AAAA basketball notebook: Bartlett High has the teams to beat
Expectations are high for the talented Panthers' boys and girls basketball teams.
Tigers Basketball Insider: Love it or hate it, there’s no controversy with Memphis’ new court
Tigers basketball beat writer Parth Upadhyaya is a fan of Memphis’ new court but wants to know your thoughts.
Tiger freshman’s ‘unique skillset’ promises bright future
The coaching staff spoke highly of freshman Sutton Smith during fall camp, and he’s already shown flashes of why the Tigers love him so much.
Memphis Zoo, Overton Park finalize parking agreement
Memphis Zoo CEO Matt Thompson met with representatives from the Overton Park Conservancy and City of Memphis Monday, Nov. 21,.
Fourth suspect in Young Dolph killing appears in court
During the Tuesday arraignment, Jermarcus Johnson, 25, was informed that his charge carries a potential sentence of 15 to 60 years should he be convicted.
New Eats: Restaurant Iris’ bar offers a little new, a little old
Iris’ bar is open daily, from 11 a.m. to at least 10 p.m., and the star of the show during a recent visit was executive chef Russell Casey’s shrimp toast.
TBI charges teen shot by officer
A 15-year-old juvenile has been charged with criminal attempt to commit second-degree murder, aggravated assault against a first responder and felony evading arrest.
Despite market softness, FedEx prepares for holiday peak season
The deadline to ensure packages arrive in time for Christmas using FedEx Ground is Dec. 14. The last day to ship for FedEx Express Saver is Dec. 20.
Memphis 901 FC names new coach
Former Atlanta United and Aberdeen FC manager Stephen Glass is the new head coach for Memphis 901 FC.
NFL Week 11: Notable performances from former Tigers
Dallas Cowboys running back Tony Pollard has scored six of his eight touchdowns in the last three games and it’s the second time this season that he’s had multiple scores in a single game.
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.
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
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.
Metro
Native Memphian appointed No. 2 of U.S. Marshals Service
She is the first woman to hold the position in the Marshals Service’s centuries-long history.
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Shelby County Services helping poor county residents are putting ‘Band-Aids on bullet wounds’
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Business
Chicago agriculture processor closes part of Memphis facility, lays off 95
The partial closing is due to a new cottonseed oil joint venture between Chicago-based Archer Daniels Midland and Pine Bluff, Arkansas-based Planters Cotton Oil Mill Inc.
Movers and Shakers Movers & Shakers
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Sports
Grizzlies notebook: Coward’s comp, Aldama’s spot and the injury crown
Grizzlies fans have compared Cedric Coward to Clippers wing Kawhi Leonard, but does the Memphis rookie have a better player comparison in Oklahoma City?
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Memphis Grizzlies GG Jackson reemerges for Grizzlies in Utah road win
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Food
Table Talk: I’m catering Christmas dinner this year
“In my home, Christmas isn’t typically about one meal; it’s about several.”
Premium Food Paulette’s welcomes new chef to honor original vision — with a modern twist
Suburbs
The AM/DM podcast: Collierville looks to its future
A new strategic plan should take Collierville into 2050, but what that will look like — and what it will mean for the town — is still up in the air.
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Arts & Culture
Dance to 1990s country hits, and then party like it’s 2026 — because it will be
This week, paint and sip at the Rumba Room, laugh at Flyway Comedy Club and listen to Alex Chilton’s hits at Memphis Listening Lab.
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Opinion
Opinion: Increasing voter turnout is laudable. Feagins’ mayoral candidacy is not.
“It’s one thing to wage a public fight against a divided MSCS board. It’s quite another to wage a costly political campaign against other, far more entrenched opponents.”
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Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: Collierville looks to its future
A new strategic plan should take Collierville into 2050, but what that will look like — and what it will mean for the town — is still up in the air.
Elections The AM/DM podcast: The 2026 election season starts ... now
Games
Sudoku: Dec. 23
Ready for today’s sudokus?