MidSouth Airshow is back, featuring Blue Angels
The event will feature static display aircraft, aerobatic performances, military demonstrations and local emergency response helicopters.
Final Escape program eases reentry after incarceration
Ex-offenders, families, friends and the district attorney celebrate the one-year anniversary of Life Together’s Final Escape program at Temple Church of God in Christ.
‘Elvis’ stars walk the red carpet
A bevy of celebrities showed up Saturday night for the premiere of the director Baz Luhrmann’s movie “Elvis” at the Guest House at Graceland. They included Priscilla Presley; actor Austin Butler, who portrays the King of Rock and Roll, and Tom Hanks, who plays Colonel Tom Parker. The movie opens at local theaters June 24. Co-stars Austin Butler and Tom Hanks, director Baz Luhrmann make Graceland debut of ‘Elvis’ Related story:
Co-stars Austin Butler and Tom Hanks, director Baz Luhrmann make Graceland debut of ‘Elvis’
Three generations of Presley women — former wife Priscilla Presley, daughter Lisa Marie Presley & granddaughter Riley Keough — bestow their approval on the ‘Elvis' film.Related story:
Tigers gain four commits in two days
Coach Ryan Silverfield gets commitments from a three-star quarterback, an offensive lineman and a safety for the University of Memphis.
Two races in Shelby County Democratic primaries get recount
The Tennessee Democratic Party’s primary board ordered recounts for the Shelby County Commission Districts 7 and 11 races.
‘Is your hair like mine?’ Boy from White House photo to attend U of M
Jacob Philadelphia, captured in a photo touching the hair of then-President Barack Obama, is attending the University of Memphis this fall.
Rubbish to rubber: Trail project recycles 24,000+ illegally dumped tires
A Tennessee State Parks employee used the materials to create a walking and biking trail at T.O. Fuller State Park.
Five must-see music shows in Memphis this summer
Here are five shows to catch as the last of this late spring fades into three sweaty months of cookouts and fireworks.
Metro
MPD releases body camera footage of officer shot
The footage, posted on MPD’s X account, does not appear to be raw, unedited footage but an edited version of MPD Officer Oscar Torres-Molina being shot.
Premium The Early Word The Early Word: Residents throw more money into trash and down the drain
State Government The AM/DM podcast: Redistricting Tennessee and what comes next
Premium Shelby County A quick history of Tennessee redistricting and a closer look at unofficial vote totals
Premium Education Declining birth rates impact enrollment in Shelby County’s suburban schools
Business
As Amazon targets business shippers, FedEx faces fresh questions
After Amazon announced its expansion of its logistics services, experts said the market might have overreacted. FedEx, UPS, DHL and the other Memphis logistics companies bet on resilience.
Premium Health Care ‘Don’t give up on yourself’: Regional One team defy odds to save officer’s leg
Premium Business Tomato prices spike as weather, supply chains squeeze growers and retailers
Premium Real Estate Long-planned development in one of Memphis’ older neighborhoods moving forward
Real Estate Affordable housing wins come a few lots at a time
Sports
Why Charles Huff wants Memphis football to be like Michael Jackson
When Charles Huff’s family took him to see the new Michael Jackson movie, “Michael,” he couldn’t stop thinking about how Jackson’s career illustrates what he’s trying to do with the Tigers.
Memphis Grizzlies The Grizzlies got lucky. Now a franchise-altering decision looms.
Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies podcast: Lottery Luck!
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Herrington: Grizzlies finish third in NBA Draft Lottery, and it feels like gold
Update High School Sports Daily Memphian track and field honor roll
Food
Briza adds Houston’s-style chicken tender special
“Because we haven’t had it in so long, it seems that much better. Nostalgia comes back in a way and is something to hold onto,” one customer said as Briza launched its new Houston’s-style chicken tenders.
Food News Pitmasters, start your smokers! Memphis in May’s barbecue contest is back this week.
Suburbs
Germantown sanitation rates are going up despite some pushback
A Germantown board approved a new sanitation contract, and residents should see the price increase on their bill this summer.
Premium Collierville ‘Somebody is going to die’: Collierville considering restrictions for e-bikes, motorized scooters
Arts & Culture
Memphis Movies This Week: Fresh filmmakers debut, ‘Top Gun’ flies again
Genre movies from debut feature filmmakers, “Obsession” and “Is God Is,” are in theaters this week.
Spirit of Memphis Tom Lee Day will move to October, but poetry honored today
Opinion
Calkins: Making Memphis madder — on a week the city best never forget
There is a single spot in Memphis where you can stand in all three congressional districts. It’s an absurdity, yes. And a cause for rage.
Opinion Echols: Will we recognize each other in Heaven?
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: Redistricting Tennessee and what comes next
Metro editor Jane Donahoe says Memphis often makes more national news than it should for a city of its size, and last week was no exception.
City of Memphis The AM/DM podcast: A week of barbecue, budgets and bikes
Games
Sudoku: May 11
Are you ready for today’s puzzles?