Good news: Grizzlies look better. Bad news: They lost anyway.
The Grizzlies made a run against the Denver Nuggets, but fell short in the final minutes. Related story:
Why Memphis has Derrick Rose’s son to thank for his return
Derrick Rose loves sharing his experience playing basketball with his son P.J. When he thought about retirement, he realized he would be taking something away from him that’s very special.
Herrington: Some-assembly-required Grizzlies show signs of finished product
Coach Taylor Jenkins watched his team play a much better game against a much better opponent this second time out, and seemed about as at peace as a coach can be after a loss.
Prep football report: Houston tops Collierville to secure second seed in 8-6A
Quick-strike offense produces six touchdowns and more than 500 yards. Related story:
Gershun Freeman’s family suing county for $100 million
The suit’s amended complaint also alleges that some of the officers allegedly involved and indicted for their role in Freeman’s death are still working there, even as an ongoing criminal case plays out against them.
ECS blanks St. George’s for first girls soccer title in seven years
Lia Sanvee’s late goal highlights a 2-0 win that gives the Eagles their 18th victory in a row.
Judge recuses himself from Young Dolph case
Coffee filed the order Sept. 28 after the Court of Criminal Appeals of Tennessee at Jackson filed an order reversing his denial of defendant Justin Johnson’s motion to recuse.
Corrections officers indicted in death of Gershun Freeman make first court appearance
The nine Shelby County corrections officers indicted for their alleged roles in the death of an inmate last year made their first court appearances Friday, Oct. 27.
Report: Trial date set for Mikey Williams as Puma backs away
Williams appeared in El Cajon (California) Superior Court on Friday for his rescheduled arraignment. Mikey Williams' camp says it has ‘full support' from U of M Memphis’ Jordan Brown named to Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Award watch listRelated stories:
Early voting opens for city council runoffs
Early voting in three city council districts runs Oct. 27-Nov. 11. Runoff Election Day is Nov. 16.Related story:
Man charged in fatal stabbing of jail inmate
A man has been charged in the fatal stabbing of inmate behind a courtroom at 201 Poplar Thursday morning.Related story:
Greater Memphis Chamber will host Small Biz Saturday in Whitehaven
More than 30 local business will participate in Small Biz Saturday at Whitehaven’s Georgette & Cato Johnson YMCA.
Tennessee grocery-tax holiday ends Oct. 31
Holiday bakers have just a few more days to stock up on tax-free flour, sugar, butter and other supplies. Most food and ingredients used to prepare food are exempt from sales tax.
Terrence Howard returns to Memphis to premiere new movie
“I was baptized for the most part figuratively in Memphis,” Terrence Howard said. “And I don’t mind dipping in the water again just to remember what was important.”
The To-Do List: Halloween hike, underwater bubbles and ‘Beetlejuice’
This week, 1990s R&B legends Tony! Toni! Tone! play the Orpheum, spooky double dutch comes to Tom Lee and you can sample your way around India at the Agricenter.
Elmwood unveils columbaria, engraving
Martha Kelly was commissioned to create the art sandblasted into the granite structure.
Mr. Reliable: Koby Drake prides himself on staying consistent
Koby Drake staying consistent in everything he does is a character trait for him. It’s worked out well for the former walk-on, which is why his teammates and coaches have referred to him as “Mr. Reliable.”Related story:
Conaway: Chicken Tossing Days and Dog Dipping Days, a prophetic tale
Cas Walker wasn’t in denial about his outrageous business practices and politics, he knew they were outrageous, and he was proud of every one of them.
Veterans community center planned in Lakeland
Plans are underway for a potential new community center geared to military veterans, part of the redevelopment at the Lakeland interchange of Interstate 40.
Robert ‘Bingo’ Smith, Memphian and longtime Cavalier, has died
Bobby “Bingo” Smith graduated from Melrose after averaging 32.7 points per game as senior. He played for Tulsa and most of an NBA career with the Cleveland Cavaliers.
Ballot Basics: Early voting is Oct. 27-Nov. 11
Here are the voting basics for the three Memphis City Council runoff elections during the early voting period that begins Friday, Oct. 27.
Grizzlies Insider: John Konchar could soon be in rotation
“He has been working back through some things trying to ramp it up so I wanted to be smart with him,” Grizzlies coach Taylor Jenkins said. “I anticipate he could be in the rotation pretty soon. He has some play groups that he has been playing in.”
Metro
The Early Word: More AI is coming; AutoZone Park swings and misses
Pearson and Cohen drop redistricting lawsuit, DeSoto residents sue SpaceX and FedEx pilots finally get their wish.
Metro The AM/DM podcast: Harnessing art to overcome ADHD
Public Safety Memphis Animal Services officer charged with aggravated animal cruelty
Premium Public Safety Does DeSoto County have a child predator problem? Here’s what the data says
Elections Souls to the Polls rally mixes political optimism with hardcore organizing
Business
Soul & Spirits buys Memphis Made trademark
Soul & Spirits Brewery’s purchase ensures Memphis Made Brewing Co.’s beer will still be made in the Bluff City.
Business WK Kellogg laying off more than 100 in Memphis
Premium Real Estate Outdoors Inc. building hits market for almost $2 million
Premium Business Firefighter developing health and tutoring AI apps: ‘We have a lot of bright minds here.’
Premium Business After 27 years, The Blue Monkey is closing its doors in Midtown
Sports
‘It becomes another game’: Memphis referee reflects on his World Cup experience
Chris Strickland, a California native who’s lived in Memphis for the past dozen or so years, worked at the 2006 World Cup in Germany.
Sports AutoZone extends title-sponsorship agreement with the Liberty Bowl
Sports Tigers coaches wade into political waters
High School Sports Daily Memphian postseason softball awards: It’s a TRA sweep
High School Sports Southwind four-star prospect makes commitment decision
Food
Table Talk: Le Bon Appétit had the meats, sweets and more to eat
Le Bon Appétit brought a crowd of hundreds to Downtown Memphis, where they sampled offerings from 28 chefs and drinks from four mixologists.
Premium Food News As part of a longheld family dream, Viet Hoa owners opening large international market
Suburbs
MDOT allocates millions for Hernando interstate exit
The Mississippi Department of Public Transportation has allocated $5.7 million for the beginning phase of improvements to the Commerce Street interstate exit in Hernando.
Premium Bartlett Bartlett passes mayor’s pay increase, property tax rate and budget
Arts & Culture
Songwriters, music and beer flood South Main
Two music festivals are coming to South Main this weekend, and organizers from both join Eric Barnes on this week’s Sidebar podcast.
Music Overton Park Shell ‘Shell-ebrates’ 90 years with free fall shows
Opinion
Opinion: Safety isn’t only the absence of danger — it’s also the presence of connection
“Safety isn’t just about whether crime exists. Safety is also about whether people feel they belong to one another. It is also deeply true that poverty affects safety.”
Guest Columnists Opinion: ‘The joy doesn’t lessen the grief’
Podcasts
Songwriters, music and beer flood South Main
Two music festivals are coming to South Main this weekend, and organizers from both join Eric Barnes on this week’s Sidebar podcast.
Metro The AM/DM podcast: Flyway, budgets and ‘The Birdcage’
Games
Sudoku: June 9
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