Former MPD members file motion to dismiss Tyre Nichols lawsuit
Attorneys for a former officer and a former lieutenant of the Memphis Police Department argue the $550 million civil lawsuit should have been filed by Tyre Nichols’ young son.
TSSAA state volleyball: St. Agnes, Briarcrest, Houston advance
The Division 2-AA winners bracket match on Wednesday will be an all-local battle.
No charges for the officer involved in fatal traffic stop of Jarveon Hudspeth
Shelby County District Attorney General Steve Mulroy said the office wouldn’t charge Shelby County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Michael Conder Tuesday, Oct. 17.
Proposed Chick-fil-A clears Horn Lake hurdle
The property owner has previously said the spot, located on about 3.5 acres near the southwest corner of the Goodman Road and Horn Lake Road intersection, will be one of the largest Chick-fil-As in the Mid-South.
Collierville brewpub to bring ‘some of everything’ to the suburb
Maggie Emerson hopes to open the family-friendly Maroon Brew Co. in spring of 2024, with ales, seltzers, sours and more.
‘It’s just sad’: Brooks descendants react to museum’s new name
The family was told last spring after the decision was made to change the name, says descendant Vance Lewis.
State Attorney General Skrmetti on guns, crime and controversial laws
In Jonathan Skrmetti’s first year as Tennessee Attorney General, his office has enforced loosened gun laws, advocated for a state law that takes power away from local prosecutors in death penalty review cases and defended many controversial state laws.
Election certification total adds 31 provisional ballots
The increase reflected in certified vote totals approved by the Shelby County Election Commission did not change the outcome of any of the races on the Oct. 5 city ballot. The commission also approved early voting locations and hours for the Nov. 16 runoffs in three city council districts.
DeSoto County career expo provides hands-on experience for students
A two-day expo at the Landers Center is providing students a look at different professions, some of which they may not have even considered.
New state facility for developmentally, intellectually disabled planned
The Arlington Planning Commission gave a unanimous endorsement to a $45 million project that could eventually help people with intellectual disabilities.
Opinion: Questions for MLGW before voting on a 12% electric rate hike
Opinion: “Instead of our publicly owned utility sharing with us — its owners — where that money has gone, MLGW is once again proposing a hefty rate increase for infrastructure.”
MATA proposes cuts to routes, night services
The Memphis Area Transit Authority Board of Commissioners will vote on the elimination of 19 routes, as well as all services after 7 p.m., on Tuesday, Oct. 24.
Marcus Smart ‘reassured’ in return to practice, Ziaire Williams talks preseason
Marcus Smart plans to play his first game in a Grizzlies uniform Friday in Milwaukee. He’s encouraged by what he has seen so far form his new team.
UTHSC student lounge opens at Regional One Health
The lounge fosters a collaborative environment where students and residents can engage in peer-to-peer learning, research and respite while learning and working at Regional One.
What does KenPom think of this season’s Memphis Tigers? Here’s a look
KenPom’s advanced analytics provide an unbiased outlook on Memphis’ 2023-24 season. Tigers Basketball Insider: Why a UNC football player’s big game allows Memphis fans to dreamRelated story:
NFL Week 6: Notable performances from former Tigers
Jets defensive end Bryce Huff tallied a career-high nine pressures on 28 pass rushes, according to Next Gen Stats. He also recorded at least one sack for the second consecutive week.
Arlington suggests work session for large, dense residential project
A large residential development south of Interstate 40 in Arlington faced some hard questions leading to a delay in the plan in hopes of resolving the concerns.
New Eats: Given Cafe India’s expansive menu, buffet is easiest choice
The menu is enormous, complete with Indian cuisine ranging across the board from North to South, but with a heavy emphasis on the latter.
New, Memphis-set ‘La Boheme’ featured in Opera Memphis’ latest season
The show will be inspired by the time in Memphis when W.C. Handy and William Grant Still were working together on Beale Street.
Memphis Showboats Select-a-Seat event coming this Sunday
The Memphis Showboats of the USFL will host its Select-a-Seat event on Sunday at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium for 2024 season tickets for season ticket holders from last season as well as new potential ticket buyers.
Metro
City wants court to sanction Tyre Nichols family’s attorneys
The City of Memphis moved for sanctions Tuesday, May 13, in response to a Monday statement from RowVaughn Wells’ legal team that said any discussion of the civil case bankrupting the city is fearmongering.
Premium Shelby County Fractured ties between Shelby County mayor, Commission could make budget season bumpy
Public Safety ‘Let’s get this case moving:’ Judge pushes for Edmund Ford Jr. trial date
Premium Education Madonna Learning Center wants to get into the groove with new expansion
Business
Elon Musk-founded xAI could purchase large order of transformers
Transformers are used to run power plants and data centers, like the xAI supercomputer in Memphis, and the demand for these facilities is increasing in the U.S.
Business South Korean manufacturer announces $50M expansion at former Mitsubishi plant
Premium Real Estate Inked: ‘Homegrown success story’ expands; Shelby Drive site sold to former owner
Premium State Government Minority contracting programs banned statewide
Sports
Calkins: An event to honor the John Calipari era in Memphis? It’s just time.
“John Calipari is game to return to Memphis this fall to play an exhibition game to benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital? That sounds like an fine idea. It’s just time.” Calipari’s Razorbacks working to schedule exhibition game in MemphisRelated content:
High School Sports Wednesday prep report: Late goal gives Houston region soccer title
Premium Sports AAC baseball tournament berth at stake for the Tigers at Wichita State
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Food
$15 Deal: Alex’s Greek burger has Cavender’s, grease and a legacy
If you’re lucky enough to stumble into Alex’s Tavern, you gotta get the burger.
Suburbs
Arlington ponders property tax rate at work session
After a bit of figuring, Arlington is getting closer to setting its property tax rate. Now officials must decide whether ambulance service is covered by a fee or property taxes.
Arts & Culture
The To-Do List: SmokeSlam, Cosmic Carnival and Bill & Ted’s last adventure
This week, Ruby Bridges is here for her namesake reading festival, Opera Memphis closes its season with a gender bender and GWAR brings shock rock (and lots of fake blood) to Minglewood.
Opinion
Opinion: An open letter on immigration to graduating seniors
“This time of your life should be so rich with hope, excitement, and possibility. I want you to understand, however, that not everyone in our country is allowed those rights.”
Podcasts
Sound Bites: Gina Neely talks food, family and SmokeSlam
Gina Neely is the guest on this week’s “Sound Bites.” In addition to riffing on what makes good barbecue and why Memphis is No. 1 on her list, Neely and Holly Whitfield discussed SmokeSlam.