Calkins: The Memphis Tigers threw a party — and everybody came
The University of Memphis basketball team smashed Central Florida Saturday. Landers Nolley II called it a “party at the crib.” But the best part of this gathering? Everybody came.
Memphis turns things around on UCF in comfortable win
Healthier than they’ve been in months, the Tigers played vintage defense and negated the Knights’ top scorer.Related story:
Penny Hardaway provides clarity on Emoni Bates injury
The U of M basketball player, who went home to Michigan to see a back specialist, is expected to return to Memphis on Sunday.
With the Tigers nearly whole, there’s no time left for excuses
With almost the entire roster healthy and available, it’s put up or shut up time for the University of Memphis basketball team.
Grizzlies blow past Magic, add to ‘SportsCenter’ package
The Grizzlies put on a show against the Orlando Magic on Saturday afternoon in a game that was shown across the world. Related story:
Box score: Grizzlies 135, Magic 115
Feb. 5, 2022: The Memphis Grizzlies defeat the Orlando Magic at Amway Center in Orlando.Related story:
Box score: Tigers 88, UCF 60
Feb. 5, 2022: The University of Memphis Tigers defeat the University of Central Florida Knights at FedExForum.Related story:
Let’s do the Time Warp again: Drive-in movie series resumes
Load up the car and head to the Malco Summer Drive-In for an all-nighter of classic cinema. Each month features a different subject.
The cold truth: Thousands remain without power
The number of people without power remained at about 20% of MLGW’s customers by 3:30 p.m. Sunday.
Germantown, Bartlett issue emergency declarations over ice, power outages
Germantown and Bartlett issued emergency declarations Friday. Other suburban mayors are not issuing declarations at this time.
Local activist sentenced to six years for illegally registering to vote
Pamela Moses, a Memphis activist, was sentenced to six years for illegally trying to vote. Her attorney says they plan to ask for a new trial.
Orange Mound shelter residents left without a place to stay amid ice storm
Residents of Juice Orange Mound’s HubOM warming center have resorted to sleeping outside in the cold, wintry weather following a notice of closure posted by the city.
Watch: Robinson expulsion from Senate calls to mind past dilemmas
This week’s vote by the state Senate to expel Memphis Democrat Katrina Robinson based on her conviction on federal charges is among the topics on a reporters roundtable on “Behind The Headlines.”
Memphis offering free tickets to UCF game, chance for people to warm up
With the week’s storm resulting in power outages and below-freezing temperatures, the Tigers said at least FedExForum will offer “a bit of a break.”
Desmond Bane drafted by Team Isiah for Rising Stars showcase
The Grizzlies second-year guard is joined on the team by former Memphis Tigers center Precious Achiuwa.
Oh, snap: This week’s best photos
The same ice that snaps power lines and slickens streets also creates opportunities for photographers to catch some wintry images. Vote for your favorite one.
Metro
Gemstones, triceratops bones and dino poop
You can find all kinds of super cool stuff at the annual Mineral, Fossil and Gem Show staged by the Memphis Archaeological and Geological Society this weekend.
State Government TN lawmakers vote to stifle education lawsuits as MSCS takeover legislation advances
2026 elections Elections Fundraising picture for May county primary election remains unclear
2026 elections Elections Meet the candidates for Shelby County sheriff
City of Memphis Charges dropped for No Kings protestors
Business
MAAR Commercial Council recognizes top brokers
The Realtors council also inducted William B. Dunavant III into its Commercial Hall of Fame and honored Michael Lightman Sr. with its Legacy Award.
Premium Transportation & Logistics Memphis airport board approves contract for new baggage-inspection system
Premium Real Estate Southeast Memphis office property changes hands
Real Estate Board approves tax breaks for Morgan Steel expansion, other projects
Health Care Transgender health care tracking bill passes Senate
Sports
Tigers finish ‘probably the best spring’ coach Huff has been part of
The Tigers have completed all 15 spring practices, and coach Charles Huff is pleased with the outcome.
Memphis Tigers Basketball Memphis Tigers teach girls ‘strong is beautiful’ at sports clinic
Premium Memphis Tigers Football Former Tiger Anthony Miller goes from walk-on to M Club Hall of Fame
Premium Memphis Grizzlies After NBA play-in, Grizzlies’ second draft pick still uncertain
Premium Chris Herrington Herrington’s Grizzlies 2026 offseason roster rankings Part 2: Nos. 8-1
Food
Big Bill’s Bar-Be-Que is back
Not only is the famed barbecue restaurant reopening Friday, April 17, but Big Bill himself is now managing the day-to-day kitchen operations.
Premium Real Estate Food Files: Stix Express Downtown to close, plus more Dunkin’
Suburbs
Germantown continues to ‘take bites’ out of Houston High upgrades
Germantown Municipal School District is making some efforts towards its master plan, but it can’t make large improvements without investment from the city.
Premium Lakeland Lakeland board recommends pay hike for elected officials
Arts & Culture
Will the Live Nation monopoly ruling affect Memphis? It’s complicated.
A Live Nation venue is expected to open in Memphis this year. This week, a jury declared the organization an illegal monopoly. Where does that leave the city?
Performing Arts How a Memphis comedy festival is cracking jokes and fighting for respect
Opinion
Herrington’s Grizzlies 2026 offseason roster rankings Part 2: Nos. 8-1
Chris Herrington is ranking all 18 players who ended the season on the Grizzlies’ extended roster. This is Part 2 and counts down players No. 8 to No. 1.
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Herrington’s Grizzlies 2026 offseason roster rankings Part 1: Nos. 18-9
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: A weekend of food
If there’s one thing happening this weekend, it’s food. You can go to two different food festivals on both Saturday and Sunday.
City of Memphis The AM/DM podcast: New Nichols documents hint at plaintiff’s case
Games
Sudoku: April 17
Ready for today’s sudokus?