Tyus Jones’ career night leads Grizzlies to win over Pelicans
With Ja Morant sidelined by his ankle, Jones stepped in and scored a career-high 27 points as Memphis won its sixth straight.
With Ja Morant sidelined by his ankle, Jones stepped in and scored a career-high 27 points as Memphis won its sixth straight.
Despite foul trouble, the Tigers were steady in defeating AAC rival Cincinnati. Related story: What we learned about the Tigers after Game 23
The airport will now support 50% more traffic than its pre-pandemic levels, with 23 gates capable of accommodating 6 million travelers.
The most recently appointed commissioner saw his term expire more than 18 months ago. The other four commissioners also remain seated, despite last being appointed nearly six years ago. Related Story: MLGW stays silent on failure to post financial disclosure forms on the web
Two weeks after a news investigation found that MLGW isn’t honoring a 2007 pledge to post financial disclosure forms on the Internet, the city-owned utility remains silent.
The city is forming a citizens group to review the ice storm response and how recent power outages have been handled by Memphis Light, Gas and Water Division.
Memphis Democrats objected, primarily because most of the bill’s sponsors are not Memphians.
The council debate was underway as state legislators were debating in Nashville. The common factor in both discussions was Memphis Police Chief Cerelyn “C.J.” Davis, who backed the bill in Nashville while outlining strategies to hire more officers who live in Memphis.
“Just as the Lorraine (Motel) was one of the few places in the 1960s where African Americans were welcomed, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital opened its doors to all at the height of formal segregation,” said Russell Wigginton, president of the National Civil Rights Museum.
Three of the Arlington Board of Education members are up for reelection in August, and while all are leaning towards another term, one already has a challenger.
Collierville High’s location can contribute to growth on the south side of town. Jason Crews’ most recent development is tapping into that.
The vote for cashless payments to get cars impounded by towing companies was unanimous.
Sponsored by Pinnacle Financial Partners, the Grizz Biz Challenge pits local businesses against one another in a competition resembling the popular ABC show “Shark Tank.”
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington discuss the best and worst parts of All-Star weekend.
So what if the ESPN crew couldn’t actually pronounce the names of Memphis players Tuesday night? If the Tigers keep playing like this, they’ll be headed to (say it with me, ESPN!) the NCAA Tournament.
Hattiloo Theatre will host the regional premiere of “Succession” Feb. 23 - March 24. In the production, a promising young Black actor, uses his charm and cunning to outsmart his mentor. It’s the penultimate show of the Black theater’s 17th season.
Sherman Weakley, 22, died by suicide, according to his official autopsy.
With the nonstop flight, Memphians have access to six-night vacation packages to resorts in Cancún, Riviera Maya and Costa Mujeres.
The Grizzlies All-Star forward was injured in Tuesday’s game with the Atlanta Hawks.
The forgivable loans will fund facade improvements, streetscape changes and interior design.
Germantown isn’t quite landlocked and has a smidgen of land to annex.
Seven musicals will be presented, including a regional premiere of “Come From Away,” the Tony Award-winning musical.
“The lack of Black doctors is not due to a lack of talent or drive. It’s a consequence of long-standing inequities that continue to shape who gets to wear the white coat.”
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington discuss what has gone so wrong for the Grizzlies during their three-game losing streak.
This week’s jigsaw features a photo by Daily Memphian photographer Mark Weber of students at Arlington Elementary School.