Grizzlies’ shooting stays cold in loss to Suns
The Grizzlies’ poor 3-point shooting continues to be costly in their fourth loss in five games. Related story:
Herrington: Something has struck at the core of the Grizzlies
The Grizzlies played as if their noisy, high-profile loss to Golden State had knocked the wind from them, and they were able to catch their breath only fleetingly.
38,000+ MLGW customers have little to no water
MLGW President Doug McGowen said it could take “a few days” to get the leaks fixed and the system stabilized. From there, it could take “a couple of days” to sample the water and lift the advisory.
Tigers rout Utah State in First Responder Bowl
The Tigers (7-6) end the year with a .500 record or better for the ninth straight year and have now won two bowl games under third-year coach Ryan Silverfield. Related stories:
Portable toilets coming to the rescue at AutoZone Liberty Bowl
The game is on, but weather-related issues in Memphis will alter the restroom situation Wednesday, Dec. 28, at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium. AutoZone Liberty Bowl coaching matchup is a mutual admiration societyRelated story:
MLGW CEO says water pressure is slowly returning
Many businesses are operational now that water pressure has returned to restrooms and other facilities.
Liberty Bowl events: Parade, Rodeo in pictures
The Daily Memphian photographer Patrick Lantrip captured images from the 2022 AutoZone Liberty Bowl Professional Rodeo and the 2022 AutoZone Liberty Bowl Parade on Beale Street on Dec. 26, 2022.
City denies MPD failed to properly investigate a 2021 rape allegation against Cleotha Henderson
A lawsuit includes a claim that had a 2021 rape been properly investigated and had Cleotha Henderson been arrested, the abduction and murder of Eliza Fletcher could have been avoided.
Calkins: Farewell, Jarvis! Thanks for more than 43 years of joy.
After more than 43 years, Jarvis Greer will finish his career at WMC-TV this Friday. It may be impossible to match the man’s enthusiasm. But maybe the rest of us should try.
LIVE BLOG: Memphis-area updates on water and utility problems
Gun permits would be required in Shelby County under proposed bill
State Sen. London Lamar’s bill has widespread support among leaders in Shelby County, but it is unlikely to become law.
Not a normal day: How Memphis restaurants are coping with city water issues
While some restaurants remained closed Monday following the Christmas holiday, others were open, finding unique ways to adapt to the boil water advisory.
Tigers Basketball Insider: Memphis’ rebounding struggles are a red flag
Through 13 non-conference games, one could easily point to work on the boards as the Tigers’ most costly deficiency.
Vote for the high school boys basketball player of the week, Week 5
Standouts from Germantown, Hamilton, Harding, Hillcrest and Munford are up for consideration this week. Voting ends at 5 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 29.
Vote for the high school girls basketball player of the week, Week 5
Standouts from Bartlett, Briarcrest, FACS, Houston and Trezevant are up for consideration this week. Voting ends at 5 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 29.
In memoriam: Memphians and Mid-Southerners lost in 2022
In 2022, Memphis lost rock ‘n’ roll stars, restaurateurs, coaches and athletes, philanthropists and “the giraffe man.” Today, we remember them once again.
Memphis clinic expands help for Tennesseans with gambling addictions
Tennesseans wagered $2 billion on sports events in 2021, and symptoms of gambling addiction are increasing across the state with the ubiquity of online sports gambling.
Metro
AI-powered cameras are monitoring Downtown
Downtown Memphis’ 63 artificial-intelligence-powered traffic cameras monitor activity down to the types of vehicles that pass through its streets daily and how fast they are going. The city plans to add about 200 additional cameras.
Public Safety Two dead after shooting in South Memphis
Premium City of Memphis Professor says xAI turbines don’t affect air quality if company’s claims are true
Shelby County Sheriff’s Office pegs ‘worst case’ cost of new jail
Business
Colossus: Can Memphis stop Elon Musk?
To many, xAI is just another chapter in what residents said they think is a legacy of industrial racism and pollution. The debate centers on one central question: Is Colossus worth the cost?
Health Care Le Bonheur hires its first chief of child psychology, behavioral health
Business Bush Sr.'s granddaughter speaks to Memphis women’s foundation
Premium Food News Food Files: 711 Social to open in former DeeO’s; new owners for Ryu Sushi
Sports
Herrington: Ja’s fall, JJJ’s touches and other Grizz-Thunder thoughts
The Memphis Grizzlies think they found a formula to combat the Oklahoma City Thunder. But is there any hope of deploying it without Ja Morant?
Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies place Morant on injury list, respond to report he is out
Premium Memphis Tigers Football Players to watch in Tigers’ spring game
Premium Sports Showboats beat Birmingham to snap four-game 2025 losing streak
Food
Sound Bites: What’s planned for ‘Felicia’s 2.0’
Chef Felicia Willett-Schuchart said Felicia Suzanne’s will offer signature dishes and Southern favorites.
Suburbs
Arlington superintendent lands new four-year contract
After settling the district after the death of former Arlington Schools superintendent Jeff Mayo, Allison Clark has been rewarded with a four-year contract.
Arts & Culture
Day-by-day guide to Riverbeat
Don’t know every band on the Riverbeat lineup? Daily Memphian staffers did the cold hard research into each artist performing at the Downtown Memphis music festival.
Opinion
Opinion: Remembering Holocaust is act of resistance
“On Wednesday, 600-plus members of our Memphis Jewish community gathered for our 63rd annual Yom HaShoah Commemoration, a solemn and vital moment for remembrance and reflection.”
Podcasts
Sound Bites: What’s planned for ‘Felicia’s 2.0’
Chef Felicia Willett-Schuchart said Felicia Suzanne’s will offer signature dishes and Southern favorites.