MATA postpones plan to cut services following community complaints
MATA decided to postpone the vote after hearing from several riders who were unhappy with the suggested changes.
Tigers women’s basketball coach says record number of season tickets sold ‘shows the love for this program’
Memphis’ support has fueled the Tigers’ women’s basketball team as they head into the 2023-24 season, says head coach Alex Simmons.
Conservative parents criticize GMSD for spring holiday calendar discussion
The calendar review process in Germantown Municipal School District drew criticism as the calendar committee wanted to change the name of the holidays around Easter.
OUTMemphis, other groups seek to overturn aggravated prostitution law
Several groups, including the local nonprofit, filed a federal lawsuit over Tennessee’s aggravated prostitution statute, alleging the law is unconstitutional and violates the Americans with Disabilities Act.
A man ‘full of joy’ and never without a pocket square: the life of George Falls
Friends remember George Falls as a restaurateur and a dapper man who had an impact on many.
Memphis Tigers signee Mikey Williams to face additional felony charges
Williams, a four-star signee in the Tigers’ 2023 class, now faces a total of nine felony charges in relation to the March 27 shooting outside his home.
Baptist children’s hospital begins work on expansion
Construction is expected to begin early next year and be completed by mid-summer.
Memphis postpones argument over extending sewer service to the county until February
The Memphis City Council Tuesday, Oct. 24, postponed an ordinance dealing with the city extending sewer service into unincorporated Shelby County. Comcast clashes with City Council, rival company in broadband discussionRelated stories:
Hamilton shares grief and gratitude at Alliance’s mental health breakfast
Memphian and HGTV star Carmeon Hamilton lost her mother to breast cancer two months before her wedding, and her husband, Marcus, was was killed in a motorcycle crash in August 2021.
Here’s a first look at Memphis’ Topgolf
The Daily Memphian got a first look at the city’s newest entertainment venue, Topgolf, which opens Friday.
Derrick Rose calls return to Memphis ‘best decision I’ve made in my career’
Derrick Rose said he has never been around a team that likes being around each other more than the current Memphis Grizzlies group.
Why some basketball pundits think Memphis has Final Four potential
Despite Memphis not cracking the AP Top 25 preseason poll, some college basketball pundits have gone as far as to call the Tigers a dark horse Final Four contender.
Friends of George’s attorney: Drag performer Flamy Grant makes case stronger
Drag performer Flamy Grant was scheduled for a pride festival at Maryville College when the Blount County District Attorney wrote he completed a “diligent search” of state laws that might allow him to cancel the event.
Woman’s body found on barge identified
Deputies were notified “late last night” of her identification.
Community, leaders speak out against parties in short-term rentals
“Short-term rentals are becoming an avenue for party houses,” said Memphis City Councilman Worth Morgan. “That’s a problem, and that’s something legislation needs to fix and address.”
Playa Bowls health-food restaurants opens first Tennessee location on South Mendenhall
The 1,300-square-foot Memphis restaurant, 706 S. Mendenhall, will include a covered patio when it opens in late February or March.
State attorney general says Meta exploits teenage ‘vulnerability’
Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti filed his lawsuit in Davidson County Chancery Court, alleging that Meta violated the Tennessee Consumer Protection Act.
NFL Week 7: Notable performances from former Tigers
Rams running back Darrell Henderson Jr. and Eagles running back Kenneth Gainwell both scored touchdowns.
Like a weed, crime needs to be addressed at the root
“Blight, litter, dilapidated housing, and poor air quality pose problems for public safety. Public safety extends far beyond crime. Litter and trash indicate community apathy and gives license to potential criminals,” the survey’s results read.
City Council weighs election changes, including partisan primaries
Council members JB Smiley Jr. and Chase Carlisle want the council to choose either a return of the runoff provision or allowing partisan primary elections. Both referendum ordinances are up Tuesday, Oct. 24, for the second of three readings.Related story:
‘It was a well-hidden problem’: Germantown hears water crisis review
Germantown’s mayor and aldermen listened to an external report of how the water crisis was handled during Monday’s Board of Mayor and Aldermen meeting.
A Memphis guide to pumpkin patches, haunted houses and Halloween parties
With yards plastered with Halloween decorations and a faint chill in the air, what are the best places for frights, tricks and treats?
Metro
Numerous rule violations led to death of 6-year-old girl left on bus, state inspection shows
A state inspection shows that a series of failures by the staff at Kid University directly contributed to the death of 6-year-old Winter Jones, who was left on a bus for hours on a day when the temperature reached 99 degrees.
Spirit of Memphis Calkins: He was shot down over Italy. 83 years later, his remains finally found their way home.
Business SpaceXAI says its working on training center for Southaven first responders
Education City Council will talk data centers and medical debt
State Government 4 Memphis attorneys nominated for 2 new Criminal Court judicial positions
Business
Apartments near Liberty Stadium could get new owners
The EDGE board will hear the application at its Aug. 19 meeting at Junior Achievement of Memphis and the Mid-South. Central Lofts owners have entered a purchase agreement for the 127-unit apartment property.
Premium Real Estate Baptist buys East Memphis hotel
Business SpaceXAI says its working on training center for Southaven first responders
Business Motion pictures are getting motion seating
Premium Real Estate Local real estate brokers embrace AI but warn: Trust and verify
Sports
How many votes did the Tigers receive in AP Top 25 poll?
The preseason Associated Press Top 25 for the 2026 football season has been released.
High School Sports High school volleyball 2026: Arlington, Briarcrest lead the way
High School Sports High school football 2026: Local week-by-week schedule
Memphis Tigers Football ‘They know when Christmas is’: Huff gives team date for naming starting quarterback
High School Sports TSWA high school prep football preseason poll
Food
Mollie Fontaine Lounge returns — but only for a few nights a year
Owner and local restaurateur Karen Carrier will open the Victorian lounge to the public once again Friday, Sept. 25 — something she’s done about once a quarter for the past couple of years.
Premium Dining Guides What to order: The Lobbyist’s white fish spread
Suburbs
‘Spandex gang,’ fire chief’s supporters fill Collierville Town Hall
Collierville’s Board of Mayor and Aldermen meeting drew a crowd who shared their opinions about the fire chief’s leave and one aldermen’s comments about bikers.
Business SpaceXAI says its working on training center for Southaven first responders
Arts & Culture
Mollie Fontaine Lounge returns — but only for a few nights a year
Owner and local restaurateur Karen Carrier will open the Victorian lounge to the public once again Friday, Sept. 25 — something she’s done about once a quarter for the past couple of years.
Business Motion pictures are getting motion seating
Opinion
Calkins: He was shot down over Italy. 83 years later, his remains finally found their way home.
Michael Cianciolo was shot down over Italy in 1943. More than 80 years later, his remains were buried in Memphis with full military honors.
Opinion Maxey: ‘I’m of Memphis. It’s who I am and what I am.’
Podcasts
Jerri Green sees path to victory in Tennessee governor’s race
She also talked on “Behind The Headlines” about why her call to abolish Immigration and Customs Enforcement doesn’t mean she wants to abandon enforcement of immigration laws and how she would handle the state appointed board to run Memphis-Shelby County Schools.
East Memphis The AM/DM podcast: After a gas station catches fire, rules to prevent blight could contribute to it
Games
Daily Jigsaw: Print media to patient care
Today’s puzzle features the Commercial Appeal building under demolition. The photo was taken by Brad Vest.