Southern Baptists to release secret list of pastors accused of sexual abuse
The report on sexual-abuse coverups among Southern Baptist congregations includes connection to a local megachurch.
Spring Fling: Houston, Collierville baseball advance
Dean McCalla and Tyler Johns are the heroes for the Mustangs and the Dragons as Spring Fling baseball gets underway. Collierville puts three past Knoxville West; Houston eliminated Lausanne leads the way on opening day of Spring Fling boys tennisRelated stories:
‘This is very emotional': Result of Starbucks union vote delayed
Local Starbucks workers were prepared for a union victory Tuesday, May 24. But, minutes before the results of a late April vote to unionize were to be reported, they got some bad news.
Ja Morant named second-team All-NBA
The superstar point guard, who also won the NBA’s Most Improved Player, joins Zach Randolph and Marc Gasol as Grizzlies named to an All-NBA team.
Penny Hardaway interested in scheduling Louisville this season
New Cardinals head coach Kenny Payne says about a potential matchup: “We’ll see how it falls out.”
U.S. Rep. Cohen steers $3 million to former Melrose High redevelopment
Congressman Steve Cohen (D-Memphis) dedicated $3 million to funding the redevelopment of the Historic Melrose High building in Orange Mound as part of his appropriation request for fiscal year 2023.
Top cop plans changes to MPD, including restructuring department’s ranking system
Police chief Cerelyn “C.J.” Davis is just two weeks shy of her anniversary with the Memphis Police Department. Yesterday, she updated the Memphis City Council on what she’s done in the past year as well as changes she’s still planning.
Extending city term limits goes on ballot for second time in four years
A city charter change that would allow the mayor and members of the city council to serve three consecutive terms goes on the ballot in August.
$30M fund for MATA clears first hurdles before City Council
The council’s passage of first reading of the ordinance to create the special fund for an overhaul of the city bus system was approved the day after the Shelby County Commission took the same action.
Le Bonheur Green gives patients, staff a grassy place to rest and relax
Located on the hospital’s lawn, the greenspace includes a shaded pavilion for families, prayer labyrinth, wind chime installation and a serenity garden featuring works of art.
New Overton shell show brings back venue’s all-time greats
A new exhibit chronicles the Shell’s more than eight-decade existence and pays tribute to some of the musicians who have played there.
Tigers Basketball Insider: Why flying under the radar might be a good thing for Memphis
It continues to be a much quieter offseason than Memphis basketball fans are used to. But maybe that isn’t such a bad thing.
8Ball & MJG to battle UGK in Verzuz showcase
The event will take place Thursday, May 26 in Atlanta and will be available to stream.
Roshun Austin collecting awards for her Klondike-sized dreams
She and her investors have bought up 400 lots in the North Memphis neighborhood and are ready to build a community where Black people can build wealth in their homes.
AutoZone third-quarter earnings beat analyst predictions
Shares of AutoZone stock were up Tuesday morning following the release, which reported net sales of $3.9 billion for the third-quarter 2022.
Germantown school district to provide clinic for staff
Community Care Associates, part of Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare, will provide the services for the health and wellness clinic.
VA implements safety protocols based on COVID cases
“Our local veterans are resolute about receiving their care at our facility, and we want to keep them safe during the ups and downs of COVID-19 community spread.”
Steve Spurrier, unbeaten in Memphis, will get another highlight moment
This year’s AutoZone Liberty Bowl Distinguished Citizen Award recipient recalls his successful games here as a football coach and a high school pitcher.
Grizzlies notebook: Where they’re going, early draft prep, Mavs disappointment
A look at where the Grizzlies are headed this offseason, and which prospects helped their case at the NBA combine.
Metro
Memphis judge named to Tennessee Court of Appeals
The appointment of Shelby County Circuit Court Judge Valerie Smith is one of two announced Friday by Gov. Bill Lee. They are effective upon confirmation by the Tennessee General Assembly.
Shelby County Ford indictment spotlights county commission ethics guidelines
Update Shelby County Edmund Ford Jr. indicted on bribery, tax evasion charges
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Business
Sew long: Germantown, Southaven Joann craft stores to close
Joann Fabric & Crafts announced it will close its 800 stores nationwide.
Arlington Beyond the wheelchair: Local clinic helps bridge accessibility gap
Premium Real Estate Inked: Freight company coming to Memphis; new Gossett car dealership
Financial Services Truist Bank names new Memphis president
Sports
Here’s who is playing in the 2025 Southern Heritage Classic
The 2025 Southern Heritage Classic will not include TSU or Jackson State for the first time in the event’s history.
Memphis Tigers Football AAC sets 2025 Tigers football schedule
High School Sports Standouts from Freedom Prep, St. Agnes win player of the week vote
Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball Martin: One day until March — and Dain Dainja might be the key
Food
Bog & Barley team to open new concept in Collierville
The new restaurant will be located in the former space of Highlander Restaurant & Pub, which closed last year.
Suburbs
Bailey: What do term limits really mean in suburban municipalities?
This week, Bartlett began discussing the potential of term limits, something other governments around Shelby County have already enacted.
Arts & Culture
New Theatre Memphis season includes ‘Legally Blonde’ musical, ‘Shawshank Redemption’
The 2025-26 season includes well-known musicals, family favorites and a classic Shakespearean tragedy.
Opinion
Sanford: A Delta newspaper and an assault on freedom of the press
The Clarksdale Press Register garnered national attention recently after a judge ordered the paper to take down an editorial critical of Clarksdale’s elected officials.
Podcasts
Tigers Podcast: Can Memphis avoid another hiccup before Selection Sunday?
Tigers basketball beat writer Parth Upadhyaya and college-sports columnist John Martin take a look at the final stretch of the regular season.
Games
Word Search: Satellite Music Hall
Can you solve this week’s word search?