State Attorney General appeals drag ban ruling
Jonathan Skrmetti’s appeal comes nearly a month after a federal judge in Memphis ruled in favor of an LGBTQ+ theater company, which argued the law restricted its performers’ free speech rights.
Desmond Bane signs largest deal in Grizzlies history
Bane signs a five-year max extension with Grizzlies, the largest contract in franchise history, surpassing Ja Morant’s five-year, $197 million extension signed last offseason.
Derrick Rose returns to Memphis as Grizzly
Rose, a 34-year-old former NBA MVP, led the University of Memphis to the 2008 NCAA title game.
Herrington: Derrick Rose’s improbably long career returns him, improbably, to Memphis
The Memphis Grizzlies made what may be the most curious and questionable signing from the opening night of NBA free agency.Related story:
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You Already Owe the Taxes. Now You Have a Choice.
For the first time, taxpayers can redirect up to $1,700 ($3400 married couples filing jointly) of federal taxes to fund scholarships at the school of their choice.
Memphis school receives $10M for energy improvements
“No children in America should be sitting in a classroom, sweltering in the summer and cold in the winter,” said Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm. “Every child should have a safe and comfortable learning environment so they can soar.”
‘Just brothers’: Kendric Davis, Lester Quiñones team up with Golden State
Former Memphis Tigers Kendric Davis and Lester Quiñones will be with the Warriors for NBA summer league play.
Trustees approve tuition hike, capital funding for UTHSC
In-state undergraduate students at UTHSC, the largest educator of health care professionals in the state, can expect a 1.5% hike in tuition and mandatory fees and a 2% to 5% increase in housing, dining and parking fees.
Supreme Court favors artist’s right to discriminate
The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled a Colorado graphic artist who wants to design wedding websites can refuse to work with same-sex couples. The decision is a defeat for gay rights.
Judges block state law banning teacher group from automatically deducting member dues
The Tennessee Education Association sued earlier this month over the two-pronged law, which also gradually raises the minimum teacher salary up to $50,000 for the 2026-27 school year.
Area cooling centers include Northaven, Bartlett
With an excessive heat warning currently in effect in Shelby County, cooling centers are available to help the public beat the heat.
State TCAP results released
Scores in English language arts and social studies exceeded pre-pandemic levels, while student proficiency in math has not.
Calkins: She fought off a second carjacking. Now this young Memphian wonders if it’s time to leave
Madeline Johnson was carjacked almost a year ago. This weekend, it nearly happened again. Now this 25-year-old Memphis transplant is thinking about moving away from a city she has come to love.
USFL president addresses future of the league
Daryl Johnston wants to put all eight of the USFL’s current teams in their home markets before thinking about expansion.
Youth draw out neighborhood beauty on Binghampton sidewalks
Children and teens cleaned up Memphis streets including Tillman Street, Carpenter Street and Mimosa Avenue. Then, they were handed chalk.
Mulroy discusses Germantown party-goers ‘brandishing guns’
Shelby County District Attorney General Steve Mulroy addressed the nuisance party in Germantown and other crime and courts issues with town residents on Thursday, June 29, during the second of his town hall series at Germantown City Hall.
Conaway: Health care is robbing us blind in broad daylight
“There’s a quote that comes to mind. Max von Sydow said, ‘If Jesus came back today, and saw what was going on in his name, he’d never stop throwing up.’”
The To-Do List: Slide into summer, boot-scoot at Black Lodge; plus, your fireworks guide
This week, the Hi-Tone hosts a freestyle rap battle, Alicia Keys is at FedExForum and yoga meets plant-based cheese at Crosstown Concourse.
Here’s how to celebrate Fourth of July in the Memphis area
Fireworks, parades and community events will be held across the Memphis area in celebration of Independence Day 2023.
Workers find ‘military grade munitions’ in Southaven home
Officers were called to a residence after construction workers found a “small amount of what appears to be old military ordnance.”
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Mississippi River Expeditions brings wilderness adventures, energy to Mud Island
A canoe excursion company is the third new business at the Mud Island River Park in the last two years, giving Memphians a new view of the city from the water.
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“Memphis or Minnesota? Who should move to the Eastern Conference in a realigned NBA? Here are four arguments in what I think are escalating levels of persuasion.”
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After more than four decades, Wanda Chism retires from education — again
“A teacher advocate all the way — teacher and student,” John Aitken, the first superintendent of Collierville Schools, said.
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The old Temple Israel building has been demolished. But not the congregation’s rich history.
Temple Israel’s former home at Poplar and Montgomery, which opened in 1916, is being torn down. Here’s a look at the building’s history and the plans to preserve part of the facade.
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Daily Jigsaw: Mekong Memphis Festival
Today’s puzzle features a scene at the Mekong Memphis Festival. Sophia Surrett took the photo.