In his first race for elected office, Pearson easily beat attorney and former Shelby County Commissioner Julian Bolton in the Democratic primary. Pearson will be running uncontested in the general election.
Civil rights attorney Ben Crump said he hired the same pathologist in this case as he did in the case of George Floyd, whose family he also represented. Memphis City Council looks at police reforms in wake of Tyre Nichols’ deathRelated coverage:
The council votes on the Memphis in May measure at its first meeting in February. The council delayed several other matters, including a possible new name for Audubon Park and a decision on the Dream Hotel. Memphis facility should reduce cancer-causing emissions, City Council saysRelated story:
The Grizzlies are 11-13 on the road this season. Over the past five seasons the only team to make the NBA Finals with a losing road record was the fifth-seeded 2020 Miami Heat, who got there via the chaos of the NBA’s COVID-spurred Orlando “bubble.” Grizzlies center to miss three-to-five weeks with knee sprainRelated story:
The Gray Canary opened in a large space adjacent to Old Dominick five years ago and became known for its open fire cooking of meats, potatoes and plenty of other vegetables. Related story:
The aldermen unanimously approved the amended outline plan for The Standard Germantown, formerly known as Carrefour at The Gateway.
Proposals include keeping data on police traffic stops and renewing plans to increase police training.
Police reports indicate at least 19 vehicles were broken into over the weekend, during one of the center’s first big events.
Austin Butler, the young actor who took on the formidable role of Elvis Presley, is also one of five Best Actor finalists.
Megabus is broadening its service options, linking Memphis to the Midwest.
Less than 24 hours before the partial closing begins, the Shelby County Clerk says it is to “stay ahead of February’s anticipated rush.”
Kenneth Gainwell rushed for a career-high 112 yards with one touchdown to help the Philadelphia Eagles beat the New York Giants 38-7.
During his weekly radio Show on Monday, the Houston coach discussed his Cougars’ home loss to Temple on Sunday. He then unpromptedly spoke about Penny Hardaway and Memphis.
Vote to sanction the sport in Tennessee ends a long battle for legitimacy and recognition.
The menu at Loaf, located in the Memphis Brooks Museum of Art, is about 60% static, leaving almost half of the menu for the chef to get creative with seasonal and rotating items.
A TikTok user has drawn attention to a possible connection between six murders in the Westwood area. Raines Station police addressed each one.
Jimmy Gentry’s new Downtown restaurant opens Monday for dinner, and you’ll find some of your P.O. Press favorites on the menu.
The unanimous Shelby County Commission vote Monday for the moratorium came despite county attorneys warning the commission might be overstepping its authority. Winner of District 86 primary to get an extra day’s jump on appointmentRelated story:
Marlo Thomas, St. Jude’s national outreach director and daughter of St. Jude founder Danny Thomas, was in Memphis to cut the ribbon at the commons, which will officially open on Feb. 7.
Judge Mark Norris made the ruling after attorneys for Tyre Nichols’ estate and his mother argued the DOJ investigation into the Memphis Police Department contained further evidence for the civil rights lawsuit.
A Memphis law firm with expertise in estate planning and trusts will join forces with one well-versed in real estate, corporate, and labor and employment law.
Memphis’ game against North Texas — a Quad 3 opportunity — is the final matchup the Tigers have on their schedule against an opponent in the top 100 of the NET or KenPom.
Increase your chances for luck in the New Year with this hearty soup.
“I don’t like to overuse words, but this is a momentous occasion,” Hernando Mayor Chip Johnson said. “This is the largest dollar amount grant ever given to the parks department of Hernando. It’s a big deal.”
A lauded multi-instrumentalist and singer-songwriter comes to Germantown Performing Arts Center, two Memphis songbirds play a joint bill at Crosstown Arts and more for music in Memphis this month.
A public school teacher on vouchers: “Let’s be honest, today we’re far more interested in satisfying our own personal interests and we expect the taxpayer to foot the bill. We are entitled.”
The Grizzlies are dealing with injuries to several key contributors. What will it take to stay afloat during a challenging point in the schedule?
Word Flower is a fun and challenging game that people of all ages can enjoy.