Mississippi River cruises take hit as American Queen shuts down
For two decades, the city’s return on its investment into the overnight river cruise industry has gone up and down — and it looks to be falling again.
Critics say efforts to repeal bail reform could be unconstitutional
State Sen. Brent Taylor has filed two bills to restrict bail. But they come at a time when crime is trending downward, and some critics say they won’t help anyway.
‘Everybody needs justice:’ Victims, leaders sound off on bail practices after shooting spree
“Y’all just let him out to do the same thing that he’s already out on bond for,” Domonique Coleman said. “I feel like they should have just kept him in jail.”
New additions to 901 FC add to goal-scoring potential for 2024
Some promising newcomers should bolster what’s already in the club’s “DNA”: good, attacking soccer.
DeSoto County Sheriff says officer-involved shooting ‘in line with training’
The MBI has not disclosed what initiated the stop. None of the DeSoto County Sheriff’s officers were seriously injured, but the K9, identified as Luca, is deceased.
Memphis’ Laird Veatch mentioned as possible Missouri AD candidate
Veatch was among the top contenders for the job when it was last open in 2021.
Standouts from Douglass, St. Benedict win fan vote for player of the week
TaQuez Butler and Haylie Burton honored in final poll of the season.
EDGE approves 15-year incentive for massive high-speed internet project
With Memphis’ internet speeds among the slowest among major cities, EDGE officials say this project is an opportunity for growth.
Buckley: Penny Hardaway called plays. The Tigers actually followed the script.
Tigers coach Penny Hardaway finally found a way to tame his wild offense in Wednesday’s win over Charlotte.
‘A Memphis guy': Unexpected hero Joe Cooper helps orchestrate Tigers’ win
“We’ve been taking some losses,” said walk-on Joe Cooper. “So it just felt good to be able to contribute to the win — get the crowd back into it, get the city back into it.”
$10 Deal: Senegalese appetizers at Le Fuuta
All the appetizers on Le Fuuta’s menu are $10: fataya, fried Senegalese meat pies; akara, fried ground bean cake; and rissoles, meat patties with breadcrumbs and beignets.
Americans reporting nationwide cellular outages from AT&T, Cricket Wireless and other providers
A number of Americans are dealing with cellular outages on AT&T, Cricket Wireless, Verizon, T-Mobile and other service providers, according to data from Downdetector.
The To-Do List: ‘Black Magic,’ Irish dance, old coins and blue bottles
This week, Sean Murphy performs Crosstown soundscapes, percussionist Chris Corsano plays Goner and a break-up drama plays out at Elmwood.
Sign of the times: This grandmother won’t quit Tigers
77-year-old Marla Nitsch grabbed her paint and a blow dryer. She had a message she wanted the Memphis Tigers to see on Wednesday night.
Grizzlies Insider: Additional Jaren Jackson Jr. tidbits from his father, Jaren Sr.
Jaren Jackson Sr. discusses life as an NBA parent, his advice to his son and his affinity for the Grizzlies radio and television broadcast crews. Grizzlies update status of injured Desmond Bane, Marcus SmartRelated story:
Sanford: Nearly 60 years after my first DEI discussion, little has changed
Today, the battle is over whether diversity, equity and inclusion should even be mentioned in schools and the workplace. Beyond that, some people locally also want to turn back the clock by suggesting separate judicial systems for Shelby County — the current one for predominantly Black Memphis and a new one for the mostly white suburbs.
FedEx names new head of investor relations
Jenifer Hollander comes from New York-based Teneo’s Strategy & Communications Advisory.
Herrington: The Grizzlies have 2 more months to go. Here are reasons to watch.
As the Grizzlies return from the All-Star break with 26 games left and no postseason berth in sight, what else is there to be accomplished? What else is worth watching?
Sudoku: Feb. 22
Are you ready for it? Today’s sudoku is a hard one.
Word Search: Flyway Brewing comes to Memphis
Little Rock’s Flyway Brewery is expanding to Memphis in the former Edge Alley space in Memphis’ Edge District. Enjoy this word search until its grand-opening celebration.
Metro
Type O blood donations needed during shortage, major nonprofit says
Vitalant says it needs thousands of blood donations to keep Memphis hospitals stocked, due to the lowest supply in two years.
City of Memphis City Council’s light agenda includes renewed grants program
Metro The AM/DM podcast: New housing and a beer garden, too
Premium The Early Word The Early Word: Tomato farmer has a vine idea, and we take you back to 1776
Premium Spirit of Memphis Calkins: He’s a 102-year-old American hero. And he bakes cookies, too.
Business
A $765K cleanup grant clears way for proposed Manassas Market project
The grant will help remediate the former Chism Trail grocery site in Uptown Memphis, which includes buildings that have been vacant for about 30 years.
Premium Real Estate Thinking outside the box: Building Memphis housing one container at a time
Premium Real Estate Inked: Ross, Hibbett land at Memphis-area shopping center
Premium Business Greater Memphis Chamber recruits veterans for manufacturing roles
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Sports
Red, white and the blues: World Cup fans gather for US vs Belgium at AutoZone Park
Soccer fans gathered at Autozone Park for a free watch party, hoping to witness the United States Men’s National Team advance in the 2026 World Cup. Instead, they watched history repeat itself.
Memphis Grizzlies Quinten Post to sign offer sheet with Memphis Grizzlies
Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies podcast: Ja Morant traded, Summer League preview
Sports AutoZone Park to host World Cup watch party
Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball ‘This is the warning’: Inside Hana Haden’s plan to rebuild Memphis around confidence and shooting
Food
Memphis was ripe for this idea: Growing and selling tomatoes right here
Vine Foods founder aims to disrupt the supply chain in a good way, with fresh, heirloom tomatoes grown in Parkway Village.
Premium Real Estate Food Files: Tous les Jours headed to the Square
Suburbs
State of Mississippi defends Elon Musk’s Southaven turbines
Mississippi aruges that the lawsuit from the Mississippi NAACP about SpaceX’s private power plant in Southaven is a threat to its ability to regulate the state’s environment.
Real Estate New owner sees ‘gold’ in Southaven strip mall
Arts & Culture
5 must-see concerts in July
Acclaimed musicians from as close as North Mississippi and as far as England are bringing their sounds to the Mid-South this July. Here are five highlights.
Premium Arts & Culture Memphis writer exploring conservation and faith in the South
Opinion
Opinion: Don’t confuse nationalism with patriotism
“American exceptionalism becomes dangerous when it suggests America is beyond criticism.”
Opinion Opinion: Why does my electricity go on vacation more than I do?
Podcasts
Grizzlies podcast: Ja Morant traded, Summer League preview
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington discuss the trade that sent Morant to Portland and set up for Summer League 2026.
The Sidebar: Eric Barnes on arts, culture & more WYXR’s director about music, AI and the evolution of the station
Games
Daily Jigsaw: Arlington football’s new facility
Today’s puzzle features the weight room in Arlington High’s new $10 million football practice facility, taken by Michael Waddell.