Gunman shoots and kills ex-wife, five others in Arkabutla, Mississippi
The Tate County Sheriff Brad Lance told local news outlets the killings occurred at a convenience store and two homes.
Rising Stars: Grizzlies’ Kenneth Lofton Jr. has ‘inertia,’ ‘immaculate’ touch
Kenneth Lofton Jr.’s Rising Stars teammates said he has physics on his side. The Grizzlies’ two-way player is confident his game is growing.
Friday prep report: CBHS, MUS wrestlers advance to state finals; basketball updates
Senior Ian McGehee looks to make history for MUS; CBHS sends three into championship matches. Also, updates on basketball tournaments and regular-season action.
Gershun Freeman’s family seeks Justice Department investigation
Gershun Freeman’s family members and their attorneys are asking the U.S. Department of Justice to investigate his Oct. 5 death while he was detained at the Shelby County Jail at 201 Poplar Ave.
U.S Attorney Ritz takes oath in ceremony loaded with Memphis ties
Julia Gibbons, judge in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit, administered the oath in a ceremony that included dozens of references to Ritz’ character, judgment and discipline.
Shelby County Bail Hearing Room hears its first six cases
The hearing room is a result of a court order that followed the American Civil Liberties Union and local advocacy groups threatening to sue Shelby County government for its bail and pretrial detention practices.
Memphis coach Kerrick Jackson starts his tenure with a 7-4 win over Samford
The Tigers opened against Samford on Friday, Feb. 17, with a new head coach, a newly renovated FedExPark Avron Fogelman Field and several new players on the roster.
Mount 12Skii: At All-Star weekend, Nike makes Ja Morant center stage
Nike constructed a 30-foot mountain-like sculpture in the heart of Salt Lake City to host a pop-up shop for Ja Morant’s signature shoes and other Morant-themed merchandise.
Martin: Memphis gets a crack at Houston on Sunday. My advice? Punt
Go ahead, take the loss, and wait for brighter days. Most importantly: Show Houston nothing in the process.
As pollution from Ohio train wreck heads downstream, communities wonder about their water
A plume of chemical contaminants is traveling along the Ohio River at about one mile per hour and will eventually enter the Mississippi River.
Civic leaders call for Justice Department inquiry into MPD
Twenty-three Memphis leaders say the death of Tyre Nichols indicates deeper problems with the police department, and criticizes Mayor Jim Strickland’s administration. Five officers indicted in Tyre Nichols' death plead not guilty to murder Ex-SCORPION officers transferred to MPD’s Organized Crime UnitRelated stories:
Anastasia Vergos’ big Greek life was full of love, family and food
Tasia Vergos, the widow of Rendezvous founder Charlie Vergos, came to Memphis for an arranged marriage and lived a long life in her adopted city.
Calkins: It was a massive Memphis win — and maybe the craziest one ever.
The Memphis Tigers lost Kendric Davis to injury, lost 24 turnovers and somehow still managed to beat Central Florida Thursday night. It may not have been the most important win in Memphis history. But it was unlike any that have come before.
Hall of Fame announcer, Memphis native Tim McCarver dies at 81
McCarver, a CBHS graduate, who became an All-Star catcher and World Series champion for the St. Louis Cardinals and a Hall of Fame Major League Baseball broadcaster, died Thursday, Feb. 16.
Social Club: Mo Bamba nicknames LeBron James, Anthony Davis ‘Three 6’
Plus, Moneybagg Yo plans a Memphis lounge.
Conaway: The Earthquake Open and having fun saving Memphis things
“I firmly believe if Thomas (Boggs) was still with us, the Greensward parking controversy would have been solved over two beers and a burger.”
TD Bank plans community ‘impact’ after First Horizon merger
TD Bank’s agreement includes a commitment to open 25 new physical bank branches in marginalized communities and a pathway to enable affordable home ownership by increasing residential mortgage loans.
Lakeland seeks third TIF district
Lakeland officials have endorsed a third TIF to enhance the northern gateway into the suburb from the Interstate 40-Canada Road junction.
Tuesday Morning to close six Memphis-area locations
Discount retailer Tuesday Morning is closing more than 400 of its stores, including several in the Memphis region.
Letter to the Editor: Two things to do to prevent gun thefts from cars
House Bill 1233 and Senate Bill 1029 — requiring people to attend a safety class if they fail to lock up guns in their vehicles or boats or if they don’t report gun thefts from a vehicle or boat within 24 hours — would be a small, but important, first step toward fixing the problem the Tennessee General Assembly created in 2021.
Metro
MAS euthanizes another 104 dogs after second distemper outbreak
Memphis Animal Services staff have euthanized more than 200 dogs so far this year in attempts to control a distemper outbreak that has plagued the shelter since January.
City of Memphis Memphis City Council approves $80M in cash for arena renovations
City of Memphis Memphis City Council gives final approval to xAI land deal
City of Memphis City Council sets early start to budget season in return from spring break
Business
UTHSC College of Medicine names Michael Hocker as its new dean
Dr. Michael Hocker will replace Dr. G. Nicholas Verne, a gastroenterologist and physician scientist who has served as UTHSC College of Medicine interim dean since Dr. Scott Strome resigned from his position in 2023.
Premium Health Care Le Bonheur leader wants Heart Institute to be ‘center of excellence’
Movers and Shakers Movers & Shakers
Real Estate Virginia-based firm bringing new senior community to Cordova
Sports
Former Bartlett standout Amarr Knox’s layup lifts Alabama State to NCAA play-in victory
Alabama State, coached by former Memphis Tigers player and assistant coach Tony Madlock, will advance in the NCAA Tournament to play No. 1 overall seed Auburn on Thursday.
Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball Will injured Tyrese Hunter, Dante Harris play for the Tigers at NCAA Tournament?
City of Memphis Memphis City Council approves $80M in cash for arena renovations
High School Sports Whitehaven, Briarcrest players can call themselves ‘Mr. Basketball’
Food
Sound Bites: 10 years of Memphis Black Restaurant Week
It’s Memphis Black Restaurant Week through March 22, and as the event’s founder, Cynthia Daniels does her best to taste, try or at least stop by each of the 20 participating restaurants.
Suburbs
Bartlett mayor touts business, community growth at State of the City
“We don’t want to become a warehouse city,” Chamber of Commerce President John Threadgill said at the event. “We want to become very selective ... We want high-paying jobs.”
Arts & Culture
Memphis Movies This Week: ‘Snow White’ opens Friday
After updating “The Lion King” and “The Little Mermaid” in a semi-live-action style, Disney goes back to its theatrical roots with “Snow White.”
Opinion
Calkins: Remember that girl who gave Hardaway a bracelet? She’s Seattle-bound — courtesy of FedEx
Eleven-year-old Maci Barrett gave Penny Hardaway a bracelet expressing her support for the coach. Now FedEx is flying Maci and her family to Seattle for the NCAA Tournament.
Podcasts
Sound Bites: 10 years of Memphis Black Restaurant Week
It’s Memphis Black Restaurant Week through March 22, and as the event’s founder, Cynthia Daniels does her best to taste, try or at least stop by each of the 20 participating restaurants.