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
Judge Norris defends himself: ‘I do not harbor any bias toward MPD’
U.S. District Judge Mark Norris wrote that he recused himself “because of the apparent bias of others against the Court.”
Premium Shelby County Halbert hasn’t paid rent — but the County Commission might step in
Shelby County State, local leaders sue Gov. Lee about guard, although City of Memphis opts out
Public Safety Activists decry Memphis Safe Task Force, immigrant arrests
Business
Cordova apartments sold for $41.6 million
The Cordova property is the Alabama-based real estate firm’s first investment in the Memphis area, but the CEO said more are planned.
Premium Real Estate Palladio closing for good ... or is it?
Real Estate Uptown brewery to add beer garden, dog park and playground
Premium Real Estate Inked: Carhartt store opens in East Memphis
Sports
From East Atlanta rain to Memphis shine: Everett Roussaw Jr.'s homecoming
A catalyst of the Tigers' defense this season is Everett Roussaw Jr., a junior transfer from UAB who’s racked up 27 tackles for Memphis in five games played.
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Memphis Tigers Basketball Ballin’ on Beale allows new Tigers to ‘experience Memphis’
Food
Table Talk: From city streets to coffee cups, Memphis brews up a buzz
The third annual Grind City Coffee Tour is about to have Memphis buzzing for all the right reasons.
Suburbs
DeSoto County school board seeks resignation of member who supported Lindsey Whiteside
DeSoto School Board members want Michele Henley to step down from her office, after she wrote a letter of support for Lindsey Whiteside, who pleaded guilty to sexual battery with a minor.
Arts & Culture
Arts Beat: Lifetime, AMC network feature Memphians in new shows
A new show, filmed in Memphis and Atlanta, stars Memphis rapper Slimeroni and features numerous other local connections. And, Eric Jerome Dickey’s novel comes to Lifetime.
Opinion
Hill: Memphis wants GameDay. But will GameDay want Memphis?
ESPN College GameDay may have interest in the Memphis Tigers, but much depends on what happens in other games this weekend.
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: Happy Grizz Week! Plus, art on the river, beer in CY
This weekend, there are lots of chances to score Memphis Grizzlies swag ahead of Wednesday’s home opener. Plus RiverArts Fest and Repair Days bring art to the riverside, and beer fest brings lots of beer to Cooper Young.