Late Rodrigo da Costa goal sends Memphis past conference-leader Charleston
Memphis 901 FC has now won seven of its last eight games and is unbeaten in 12 straight overall. The next match will be July 1 against Phoenix.
Sheriff’s Office, TBI share details of deadly traffic stop
When the driver took off, the deputy was caught between the door and the car, and dragged approximately 100 yards, Shelby County Sheriff Floyd Bonner said during a press conference.
Drake concert rescheduled
FedExForum announces a new date for “Drake: It’s All A Blur Tour” with 21 Savage, which was set for Thursday, June 29.
Drive-In cleanup: Westwood dreams of new future for the Southwest Twin
Volunteers rolled up their sleeves and got to work cleaning, weeding and painting Westwoods’ abandoned drive-in, with sights set on a new community area.
Choices has made Carbondale a destination city
A year after Roe v. Wade was overturned, ending abortion access in the Mid-South, a Choices clinic in Illinois is performing 350 procedures per month. By October, leaders expect the number will be 600.Related story:
Calkins: Jennifer Biggs brought us together for lunch again. Even though she was stuck in a hospital room.
“Jennifer Biggs missed The Daily Memphian lunch Friday — because she is in the hospital with Stage 4 colon cancer. But it was fitting that 70 people came together, over delicious food, to wish Biggs well. They are a part (a small part!) of the joyous community that Biggs has built with her enthusiasm, her commitment and her words.”
Poll confirms it: Local residents think speeding is a major problem
A majority of polled residents in the city and Shelby County say they witness speeding or reckless driving on Memphis streets and highways more than once a week.
Trans Tennesseans may lose option to alter gender on state IDs
A law that defines “sex” as a person’s gender assigned at birth could cause some residents to lose access to basic services if they can’t update their IDs, according to advocates for trans rights.
Former Collierville football coach pens a memoir of faith, football — and fight
Mike O’Neill recounts his battle with cancer in new memoir, “Don’t Back Down: A True Story of Perseverance Through Faith, Determination and a Positive Attitude.”
Kendric Davis’ agent: Announcement of Warriors deal was ‘premature’
Former Memphis Tigers All-American guard Kendric Davis is still a free agent, despite a since-deleted social media announcement from his agency.Related story:
Five officers accused in Tyre Nichols case appear in court
Tadarrius Bean, Demetrius Haley, Desmond Mills Jr., Emmitt Martin III and Justin Smith were indicted Jan. 26 on charges related to their alleged roles in the beating of Tyre Nichols.
Suburban school districts eye Shelby County budget
The Shelby County Board of Commissioners will review Mayor Lee Harris’ proposed budget on Monday, and it includes increased funding for the suburban school districts.
Herrington: Ja Morant remains most important part of Grizzlies’ serious summer
“Once Ja’s reintegrated into the team environment, he’s at the very least going to be able to participate in individual work, conditioning, medical. I think there’s further dialogue as to other things he potentially can be involved in.” Grizzlies Summer League schedule includes games in Salt Lake, VegasRelated story:
Colvett says he would be ‘extraordinarily pro-development’ mayor if elected
Colvett said he would appoint a “housing director” if elected to move more Memphians toward homeownership.
‘Retail is not dead’: Expert talks Lakeland, U.S. market strength
Retail is growing in Lakeland as the suburb looks to improve its image and benefit from the strong business climate.
Trailer, release date announced for ‘Priscilla’ film
The film is based on Priscilla Presley’s 1985 memoir, “Elvis and Me.”
Health department and partners offer free HIV testing
Of the nation’s large metropolitan areas, Memphis has the second highest rate of newly diagnosed HIV cases. Only the Miami metropolitan area has a higher rate.
Advertisers being able to back up product claims is ‘bedrock principle’ of FTC law
The Better Business Bureau advises consumers to be skeptical of miracle health claims. Consult your doctor before trying any product that claims to prevent, treat, or cure a serious illness.
Metro
A legacy of pride: Civil Rights Museum launches Bayard Rustin Institute to inspire ‘angelic troublemakers’
As a gay man operating in a homophobic era, Bayard Rustin was often forced into the background of the Civil Rights Movement, despite his critical role as a trusted adviser to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Metro City of Memphis confident that SpaceX will finish water recycling plant
Premium Lakeland ‘I think he does a wonderful job’: Lakeland superintendent earns top marks in evaluation
Premium The Early Word The Early Word: Animal officer faces cruelty charge; Task Force gets sued
Metro The AM/DM podcast: A visit to Hernando’s Hide-A-Way
Business
FedEx pilots get pay hike and working condition changes
A new agreement was reached between FedEx pilots and management. More than 80% of pilots who voted approved the agreement, which includes $150,000 in pay they lost during the negotiations, which have gone on for years.
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
Premium Business Former Memphis news anchor starts PR firm to help clients ‘command the moment’
Premium Health Care UTHSC raises about $11M for new College of Medicine building
Sports
Shot clock coming to Tennessee prep hoops — but slowly
Full implementation is set for the 2029-30 season for a 35-second-high school shot clock in Tennessee.
Premium Chris Herrington Herrington: Beyond the draft and Ja Morant, why the Grizzlies could have an active summer
Memphis Tigers Football Why Huff had to play Tetris with revenue-share payments in his first year
Memphis Tigers Football Memphis coach Charles Huff in favor of new proposed eligibility model
Grizzlies Podcast Grizzlies podcast: Ja Morant trade speculation, listener questions
Food
Dr. Bean’s Coffee opening new location in Arlington
Dr. Bean’s Coffee & Tea, founded in 2010, will be sharing the building with coffee repair-and-maintenance shop Jambards Coffee Equipment.
Premium Food News As part of a longheld family dream, Viet Hoa owners opening large international market
Suburbs
Dr. Bean’s Coffee opening new location in Arlington
Dr. Bean’s Coffee & Tea, founded in 2010, will be sharing the building with coffee repair-and-maintenance shop Jambards Coffee Equipment.
Premium Lakeland ‘I think he does a wonderful job’: Lakeland superintendent earns top marks in evaluation
Arts & Culture
Memphis Movies This Week: Spielberg new and old with ‘Disclosure Day’ and ‘Close Encounters’
Aliens are on the big — and giant — screen in Memphis, and you can stream the portrait of the life Memphian Maurice White. And somehow, “Close Encounters of the Third Kind” brings it all full circle.
The Sidebar: Eric Barnes on arts, culture & more A look at the 2026 Live at the Garden lineup
Opinion
Herrington: Beyond the draft and Ja Morant, why the Grizzlies could have an active summer
What kind of landscape are the Grizzlies navigating this summer? Let’s step back and map it.
Guest Columnists Opinion: ‘The joy doesn’t lessen the grief’
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: Flyway, budgets and ‘The Birdcage’
Tom Lee Park’s new, $10.4 million Memphis Flyway is set to open.
Midtown The AM/DM podcast: Pizza witches, Filipino fest and Pride
Games
Sudoku: June 8
Are you ready for today’s puzzles?