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
Mulroy says post-Task Force discussions underway
Shelby County District Attorney General Steve Mulroy talked about the Task Force and investigations of fatal shootings by MSTF members on “Behind The Headlines.”
Elections Shelby County early vote tops 183,000
Business Federal judge disagrees with Mississippi regulator, lets lawsuit against SpaceX proceed
Education Feagins’ nudity contributed to ‘hostile’ environment, former MSCS employee claims in new suit
Public Safety DA says his office moving through felony cases faster despite heavier workload
Business
Practical Magic: The Broom Closet niche shop sweeps in a wide audience
The season of the witch is year-round at The Broom Closet, which serves many other religions and spiritualities — maybe even yours.
Business Federal judge disagrees with Mississippi regulator, lets lawsuit against SpaceX proceed
Premium Business Exclusive: Michelin-recommended restaurant welcomes new chef
Premium Real Estate Developers break ground on Union Station’s first phase
Premium Transportation & Logistics FedEx Freight’s first-ever earnings release includes mixed results
Sports
Houston caps perfect girls soccer season with state title win over Collierville
Scarlett Cowles’ goal late in the first half was the game-changer as Mustangs finish the season 22-0-0.
High School Sports Friday prep report: Lausanne wraps up No. 1 seed in D2-AA
High School Sports Munford dominates Central to win region title
Memphis Tigers Basketball Hardaway says he feels no pressure as Tigers open the 2026-27 season
High School Sports TSSAA first-round playoff pairings
Food
Recipe Exchange: ‘Somebody’s Watching Me’ baked cheese and Calabrian chile eyeballs
“This appetizer is as Halloween as it gets, but it’s so good you’ll want to make it for every party you ever have,” said cookbook author Andrea LeTard. “Maybe just leave the ‘eyeballs’ out for your non-Halloween gatherings.”
Premium Business Exclusive: Michelin-recommended restaurant welcomes new chef
Suburbs
Federal judge disagrees with Mississippi regulator, lets lawsuit against SpaceX proceed
A federal judge in Mississippi ruled Friday, Oct. 30, that SpaceX’s construction of a natural gas plant in Mississippi likely violated the state’s air regulations despite Mississippi regulators allowing its construction.
High School Sports Houston caps perfect girls soccer season with state title win over Collierville
Arts & Culture
Five must-see Memphis concerts for November
Little Feat’s “Last Farewell Tour” will stop in Memphis on Thursday, Nov. 19 when the band performs at Cannon Center. Memphis duo The Hot Tomato Horns will open the show.
Premium Business Practical Magic: The Broom Closet niche shop sweeps in a wide audience
Opinion
Opinion: Innovation isn’t yet a feature of the system in Memphis
“We have a profound, time-sensitive need for a bold group of public servants who can imagine and operationalize experiments — making creative, rigorous, coordinated policy innovation a permanent modus operandi in Memphis.”
Elections Sanford: Taylor’s sexting scandal renders him unfit for Congress. But the voters will ultimately decide.
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: There’s a world of fun to celebrate this weekend
This weekend is one to learn about people, places and traditions from outside the U.S.
Metro The AM/DM podcast: All about the suburban mayoral and aldermen races
Games
Daily WordRow: Oct. 31
Are you a Wordle fan? Try WordRow, a similar game. It’s free to play.