Third season of NBC’s ‘Young Rock’ to be filmed in Memphis
The project will include local crew, suppliers and other vendors to support all phases of production, such as construction, catering, transportation and set decoration.
Democratic gubernatorial candidates tout personal experience in final primary debate
Memphis City Councilman JB Smiley Jr., Nashville-based critical-care physician Jason Martin and Memphis activist Carnita Atwater touted their qualifications for Tennessee governor.
Summer league observations: Aldama goes big, Grizzlies dominate Nets
The Grizzlies took care of business in a blowout win over the Nets on Tuesday in Las Vegas Summer League play.
Council delays vote on backstop for One Beale debt
At stake is the financing for the last of three hotels at the One Beale development that together would serve as a second convention center hotel.
Council blocks additional funding to enforce state abortion laws
The resolution by council member JB Smiley, who is also seeking the Democratic nomination for Tennessee governor, calls on county law-enforcement officials not to enforce state abortion law. City Council approves Frayser expansion of manufactured housing City attorney ready to make recommendation on energy consultant for TVA-MLGW debateRelated stories:
Tennessee Democrats propose abortion protections for rape, incest and trafficking
In a state legislature with a Republican supermajority emboldened by the reversal of Roe v. Wade, it’s unlikely that these bills — especially one seeking to codify Roe v. Wade — will pass.
District Attorney candidates debate during Rotary Club lunch
Amy Weirich, the incumbent Republican District Attorney, and Democratic challenger Steve Mulroy discussed truth in sentencing, gun theft, violent crime and more.
Inked: Big River Market opens; June real estate sales up
This week’s Inked covers news on Big River Market’s grand opening, June real estate figures, Jones Aur Commercial Real Estate’s new partnership and CBRE’s industrial market report.
Calkins: Why Ja Morant matters to Memphis even more than you think
Morant’s extension means he’ll be here when the Grizzlies and the city and county negotiate the guts of a new FedExForum lease. All of which makes him the most important Grizzly at the most important moment in the city’s NBA history. Just another reason to thank Ja.
Taste of Summer: The final Stage includes dim sum, pizzabirria and fresh tortillas
In Memphis, it may feel like summer has moved in forever, but our Summer ends here, completing our four-week food tour by traveling east from Mendenhall to Stage Road, where Summer officially ends.
Mia Madison, executive director of Memphis Tilth, dies in car crash
”My commitment is to improve environmental health, food security, self-sufficiency and, overall, quality of life for residents in the Greater Memphis area,” she wrote in her biography on Memphis Tilth’s website. “My goal is to build a better system of urban and rural farmers, community gardeners and food security advocates across our region.”
Herrington: On Ja Morant’s commitment, Danny Green’s presence and John Konchar’s surprise extension
It isn’t just about summer league games; the Grizzlies provided some interesting developments as well.
Letter to the Editor: An old white man responds to Dan Conaway
A 65-year-old white man responds to Dan Conaway’s recent column, “Welcome to the world of old white men.”
Here’s where each Tiger on roster stands at end of transfer portal season
In an ideal season, these are the performances that will lead the Tigers back to the NCAA Tournament.
Metro
Scotty Hendricks resigns from Germantown schools board
Hendricks is resigning about six months before the end of the term as his family will relocate. He was appointed to the GMSD board in 2025 to finish the term of Dr. Daniel Chatham.
City of Memphis Former MATA CEO files wrongful termination lawsuit
Premium State Government Redistricting update: ACLU brings in outside attorney. A case is reassigned. NAACP calls for college boycott
City of Memphis Splash course: Whitehaven YMCA’s public pool opens with promise of free swim lessons
Education Only MSCS 3rd graders at risk of retention to retake TCAP exam on last days of school
Business
Germantown office building bought for $5.5 million
A former FedEx office could become upscale medical campus.
Premium Business Novel bookstore employees to vote on union
Premium Transportation & Logistics ‘An existential threat’: Supreme Court ruling on freight brokers could impact smaller operations
Premium Spirit of Memphis Make-A-Wish golf tournament tees off its 16th year with new name
Premium Business At JA BizTown, kids get first taste of ‘the world of work’
Sports
Calkins: Memphis to join Power 4 in 2028? So says Charles Huff.
Memphis coach Charles Huff said Memphis plans to join a Power 4 conference in 2028. Was it a guarantee? Not exactly. “I think you’ve got to speak things into existence,” he said.
Memphis Tigers Football Huff not a fan of expanded playoff: ‘I don’t think you’re a national champion at 8-4’
Premium Sports Memphis baseball prepares for first conference tournament in three years
High School Sports Spring Fling 2026: Houston, Collierville fall in soccer quarterfinals
Premium Geoff Calkins Calkins: Why was there a flash mob in the Methodist hospital parking garage? Because dancing always helps.
Food
After six years, a new Enjoy A|M restaurant to open
“We’ve always wanted a cocktail, steakhouse-y kind of restaurant,” said Andy Ticer of the second-floor bar at his and Michael Hudman’s new restaurant.
Premium Recipes Recipe Exchange: Greek Fest’s spanakopita
Suburbs
Germantown school board passes tight $92M budget amid funding battle
The approval “should not be misconstrued as consent,” as Germantown school leaders say there is still money that the city owes the suburban district.
Premium Education Scotty Hendricks resigns from Germantown schools board
Arts & Culture
Memphis Movies this Week: ‘Star Wars,’ ‘Boosters’ and a couple of Oscar winners
There’s a solid fistful of notable revival screenings around town this week, though three of them will be showing on the same night (Thursday), at the same time (7 p.m.). Which will you choose?
Music Indigo Girls, Linda Perry to play Overton Park Shell
Opinion
Calkins: Memphis to join Power 4 in 2028? So says Charles Huff.
Memphis coach Charles Huff said Memphis plans to join a Power 4 conference in 2028. Was it a guarantee? Not exactly. “I think you’ve got to speak things into existence,” he said.
Opinion Opinion: With redistricting, ‘Memphis is defined by the people who stay and fight for it’
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: After 20 years holding federal office, Cohen drops out
Longtime political reporter Bill Dries joins us today to talk about U.S. Rep. Steve Cohen’s legacy and how the three congressional races are shaping up.
City of Memphis The AM/DM podcast: A week for Hope?
Games
Sudoku: May 18
Are you ready for today’s puzzles?