Calkins: It’s a great day for Memphis — and total vindication for Penny Hardaway
The IARP’s decision was stunning vindication for Penny Hardaway and for Memphis. So go ahead, celebrate.
Key takeaways on Hardaway, Wiseman, Memphis Tigers basketball
A nearly three-year-long saga, in which the University of Memphis faced possible sanctions from the NCAA and the IARP, is over. IARP ruling a big win for Memphis basketball Tigers Basketball Insider: Meet new Memphis basketball beat writer Parth UpadhyayaRelated stories:
Memphis-based Varsity Spirit named in lawsuit alleging sexual abuse
The suit claims Varsity and other defendants, including the United States All Star Federation and Premier Athletics, engaged in a conspiracy to cover up abuse.
MSCS board names new chair and vice chair
Althea Greene, who has served as vice chair for the last two years, will replace Michelle McKissack as board chair. Sheleah Harris will replace Greene as vice chair.
Strickland says too early to discuss possible police missteps in violent crime chain
Memphis Mayor Jim Strickland says it’s too early to tell if there were police missteps in how they handled the violent crimes of the last three weeks because investigations are still underway.
City Council approves $16.5 million in parks projects line items
The set of a dozen appropriation resolutions topped a relatively uneventful council agenda Tuesday, Sept. 27. Memphis City Council to consider resolution enforcing curfew for juvenilesRelated story:
Dillon Brooks will battle in his ‘contract year,’ but how efficient can he be?
Dillon Brooks acknowledged at media day that he is going into a contract year. If he plays more efficiently, he will be costly to whichever team signs him next.
Ursula Madden leaves City Hall for BlueOval City
Madden has been with Mayor Jim Strickland since he took office in 2016. She leaves City Hall next week to work with Ford’s BlueOval City joint venture.
New Eats: Blanchard’s new patisserie trailer a good way to start the day
Daniel Blanchard makes possibly the best bagel around, if you like ’em chewy and dense.
Herrington: What can Ja Morant do for an encore? Maybe less.
Heavy reliance on a single creator has tended to stall out at the highest levels, and that’s even more true for teams relying on smaller guards.
Danny Green is here to stay in Memphis. And that could be a great thing for him and the Grizzlies
When the Grizzlies acquired Green in a late-June trade that sent De’Anthony Melton to the Philadelphia 76ers, there was speculation that the team would look to trade Green for a younger, healthier player. But, now, it seems as if the Grizzlies and Green have realized the value of their pairing.
Collierville to offer town administrator post to Molly Mehner
Any offer won’t be official until the Collierville Board of Mayor and Aldermen appoints her in a meeting.
Alleged arsonist responsible for South Memphis fires arrested
Catilena “DC” Collier, 22, was arrested Monday, Sept. 26, according to a press release issued by the Memphis Fire Department.
MATA and LeMoyne-Owen partner to bridge technology gap for bus riders
“There’s a need for training to help our riders take advantage of the technology through our Go901 app ... ,” said MATA chief of staff Bacarra Maudlin.
Collierville Schools program helps teachers bring experience to the classroom
Collierville Schools is launching an externship program exposing teachers to varying job experiences that could benefit their students.
NFL Week 3: Notable performances from Tigers
Tony Pollard had a season-high 105 rushing yards and Antonio Gibson scored a touchdown in back-to-back weeks.
MLGW: 23 bids, 5,000 pages of documents and a one-hour presentation
Only three bidders — NextEra Energy, the Tennessee Valley Authority and the Franklin L. Haney Company — submitted full-requirement proposals to MLGW during its RFP process for a new energy provider.
Daily Memphian high school honor roll: Fang leads the way for Houston soccer
The Houston senior scores two goals in a victory over Bartlett to help keep her squad undefeated.
Metro
This Week in Memphis: BBQ fest, budget talks and Bike to Work Day
Also happening this week: Tigers coaches go on tour, and the Civil Rights Museum reopens its Legacy building.
Spirit of Memphis ‘I want to hit a ball with a weird-looking stick’
photo gallery Spirit of Memphis Planting hope at Shelby Farms
Business MUS names next head of school
Premium Metro Grief to graduation: Woman honors her mother’s legacy after losing three family members in crash
Business
‘Don’t give up on yourself’: Regional One team defy odds to save officer’s leg
Daniel Prewitt nearly lost his leg after a high-speed chase in Arkansas. That outcome was avoided thanks to a Regional One team that reconnected tiny blood vessels, some smaller than a human hair.
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
Premium Financial Services Opinion: Buy Now, Pay Later loans are becoming increasingly popular
Real Estate Affordable housing wins come a few lots at a time
Sports
Redbirds Recap: Birds rally in finale to snag series split at Mud Hens
Memphis has not lost any of its six series matchups in the 2026 season.
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Herrington: Grizzlies finish third in NBA Draft Lottery, and it feels like gold
Update Memphis Grizzlies The Grizzlies got lucky. Now a franchise-altering decision looms.
Chris Herrington Luck of the draw: The Grizzlies’ past and future in the NBA Draft Lottery
High School Sports Collierville girls shine at state qualifying meet
Food
Tomato prices spike as weather, supply chains squeeze growers and retailers
For Memphis retailers and farmers, the current reality is higher prices and tighter supply.
$15 Deals $15 Deal: Special Mother’s Day edition, with breakfast and brunch
Suburbs
‘Somebody is going to die’: Collierville considering restrictions for e-bikes, motorized scooters
The growth of electric bikes and their increasing presence in Collierville have officials considering some rules regarding limitations on the mode of transportation.
Lakeland Vote to give Lakeland elected officials a raise fails
Arts & Culture
Photo Gallery: 2026’s Memphis Art & Fashion Week’s Runway at the Museum
The marquee event of Memphis Art & Fashion Week is Runway at the Museum, held on Friday, May 8, at the Memphis Brooks Museum of Art.
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
Grizzlies podcast: It’s NBA Draft Lottery week
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington discuss the upcoming NBA Draft Lottery and whether Memphis is due for some good luck.
Music The AM/DM podcast: A super Saturday
Games
Daily Jigsaw: Baptist groundbreaking
This jigsaw puzzle is a photo from the groundbreaking of a new hospital in Fayette County and was taken by Patrick Lantrip.