National Bar Association brings annual convention to Memphis
The National Bar Association was founded in 1925 and has a membership of about 66,000 Black lawyers, judges, law professors and law students.
Teen charged with murder in slaying of Rev. Autura Eason-Williams
Miguel Andrade was captured Tuesday, July 19, along with the two other suspects, both juveniles. Community mourns Rev. Autura Eason-Williams after carjacking deathRelated story:
96X is back and speaks ‘from the heart, not the chart’
“After spending 20 years in Los Angeles, I realized that people don’t see music the way that Memphians do. I wanted to tap back into that.”
Environmental groups urge MLGW to invest in renewable energy
The organizations said it’s a crucial moment as MLGW’s board prepares to make a recommendation on its next electric supplier contract.
Lawmakers create process for complaints under K-12 ‘critical race theory’ law
But they offered no more clarity on what exactly teachers can and can’t say about race and history.
Felicia Suzanne’s, Picture Perfect Haircuts, art incubator get grants
Local artist Ephraim Urevbu plans to renovate 825 Jackson Ave. into an artist studio and restaurant on the ground floor and two three-bedroom apartments on the upper floor for artist residencies.
Frank Warren will not seek another term on Collierville school board
Warren had previously said he would run, but in recent weeks has decided to change course.
Table Talk: Good tomatoes, MFWF and join us for lunch at Magnolia & May
Sure, there are tomatoes coming in, but where do we find the best ones? Get your tickets for our Friday lunch at Magnolia & May, and plan ahead for the golf tournament and Memphis Food & Wine Festival.
Inked: St. Jude expanding, Central BBQ remodeling
This week’s Inked covers news on two new buildings and a parking garage on St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital campus and revised site plans for Central BBQ’s renovation in Midtown.
Tigers land second commit from Smyrna High School
Smyrna High School athlete Arion Carter announced his commitment to Memphis on Wednesday.
Calkins: Memphis and conference realignment. Is the dream officially dead?
For decades, now, University of Memphis fans have dreamed of making it into a power conference. Is that dream now officially dead? If so, what does the future hold?
Tigers Football Insider: Madden NFL 23 shows respect to Calvin Austin’s speed
Calvin Austin III has a speed rating of 95 on Madden NFL 23, which is top 10 of all receivers.
Two likely to challenge Collierville School Board incumbent
Municipal elections are Nov. 8. Candidates have until Aug. 18 at noon to pick up a petition and return it to Shelby County Election Commission with sufficient signatures.
After record year, Memphis Food & Wine Festival returns with hopes of being even bigger
“These aren’t (chefs) you’d typically see at this kind of a festival, but ones who might be at South Beach or at the New York Food and Wine Festival,” said the festival’s co-chairman.
State Rep. Torrey Harris arrested for theft, assault in Nashville
Harris was arrested after an argument with his ex-boyfriend. He maintained his innocence and expressed confidence the charges will be dropped.
Metro
Top County Commission votes: MSCS board elections, budget, ethics
Many of the issues the current commission voted on will persist into a new year that includes county elections.
City of Memphis Young says goal of 40% drop in crime met two years ahead of campaign promise
Unlocked City of Memphis Money, MATA, xAI: Top Memphis City Council votes of 2025
Business
First Horizon building next to former Houston’s sold
The building, which was built in 1962, sits next to the former Houston’s restaurant that closed in December 2024 after more than 40 years of operation.
unlocked Business Marshall Steakhouse owner decides against selling
Business XAI buys building for 3rd Memphis-area data center in Southaven
Sports
Chambliss, Carneiro lift Ole Miss past Georgia in Sugar Bowl and into CFP semifinals
Trinidad Chambliss passed for 362 yards and two touchdowns, and Lucas Carneiro kicked his third field goal of the game with 6 seconds left to put Ole Miss in front for good in a 39-34 victory over Georgia in a College Football Playoff in the Sugar Bowl.
Sports Gallery: AutoZone Liberty Bowl parade
unlocked Memphis Tigers Basketball Martin: Uncomfortable conversations coming for Memphis basketball, and more 2026 Memphis sports predictions
Food
$15 Deal: Soul Fish’s crawfish tacos have crunchy inside and chewy shell
“My main dish was everything you want from a soft taco: crunchy insides because of the fried crawfish and veggies and a chewy shell from the warm tortillas. But pick your sides wisely.”
Unlocked Food News Best bites of the year: DM writers dish about their favorite plates of 2025
Unlocked Dining Guides What to order: Belle Tavern’s prime rib — but only on Thursdays
Suburbs
Buc-ee’s in West Memphis and Fayette County delayed
The large gas station chain announced this week that the West Memphis location would be delayed until 2028 and the Fayette County location until 2027. Both were slated to open in 2026.
Business Start your engines: Former Memphis Motorsports Park to reopen next year
Unlocked Business Collierville gift shop keeps it in the family
Neighborhoods
Stitching love into every seam: Quilt guild’s pillowcases give Youth Villages children something of their own
A local quilting group donates part of their talent to Youth Villages residents, creating pillowcases for the children living in the Bartlett facility.
unlocked Education Westwood High teetered on the edge of closure for years. Will Memphis buy in to the middle school merger that could keep it open?
Real Estate First Horizon building next to former Houston’s sold
Arts & Culture
Dixon opens third installment of ‘Black Artists in America’
Also in January, Central High alumni get separate exhibitions at the Buckman Center and the Botanic Garden.
full access Visual Arts Memphis Movies This Week: A promising note on ‘Song Sung Blue,’ a ‘Plague’ in theaters
Unlocked Health Care ‘Crazy amazing:’ How an artist painted one of the city’s largest murals at Le Bonheur
Opinion
Calkins: Why the Memphis sports year was so disappointing — and what can be done now
The year 2025 was a bummer in Memphis sports — and not just because of the results on the field. But yes, there’s a solution. We asked someone who knows.
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: Ask Me Anything edition
During the AM/DM AMA, we talk about media bias, xAI and what might happen with The Station.