A shot to prevent cancer
St. Jude is working to vaccinate children against a virus capable of causing a host of cancers in adulthood.
Four bar shootings in August so far. Is there a solution?
Bar and restaurant shootings happen every day around the country, not just in Memphis, according to one expert. But there are steps that can be taken to prevent them.
NIL’s great debate: Should student-athletes be university employees?
With some players making more than professors, should student-athletes be classified as full-time university employees? A few Memphis Tigers respond.
No. 10 Memphis edges Ole Miss in women’s soccer
Memphis women improve to 3-0 with its second win over an SEC foe. The Tigers defeated Missouri last Sunday.
This Week in Memphis: Tigers football starts; Memphians finish Liza’s run
Also happening this week: Shelby County and Collierville leaders discuss pay raises, MATA’s board talks job and bus cuts and locals celebrate Memphis on 901 Day.
County Commission to weigh reworked pay-raise proposal
The commission meeting also marks the last for Miska Clay Bibbs as chairwoman of the body. Michael Whaley becomes chairman next month.
MATA’s present is bleak. What about its future?
The agency is poised for major layoffs and route cuts, yet it’s still working toward plans for a more efficient transit system.
For Patio Porkers on Beale, rules about barbecue are sear-ious
Check out our updated story for the list of winners. For most folks, barbecue is a pretty simple endeavor. That doesn’t apply if you’re a hard-core griller or judge, though.
How Tigers athletic director is approaching raising money
Athletic director Ed Scott is taking over the department at an interesting time for Memphis and the rest of the college sports.
Nick Saban teases the Memphis Tigers on College GameDay
The former Alabama coach called the University of Memphis by the wrong name as he speculated about the team’s chances for this season’s newly expanded, 12-team College Football Playoff.
Buckley: Planes. Trains. Construction. Dude, Tigers’ expectations are high.
The Tigers are building something big in Memphis ─ and a $220 million stadium revamp is living proof.
Political Roundup: Democrats rally; White-Nordstrom state House race, and a Whitehaven school district?
Democrats rallied in Memphis and three other cities across the state Saturday, Aug. 24, to kick off a get-out-the-vote effort for Vice President and Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris and other down ballot races in the Nov. 5 elections.
Saturday Prep Football Report: Melrose, Whitehaven, Mitchell win
Whitehaven and Mitchell win in Whitehaven Classic and Melrose knocks off East in the Soul Bowl at Halle Stadium.
TennCare covers genetic testing for diseases thanks to Memphis doctor
Children with suspected genetic disease can suffer for years before being diagnosed and treated. Rapid whole-genome sequencing can change that.
Retirees party with the arts at community gala
Trezevant recently welcomed its second Iris Collective artists-in-residence. Typically in their 20s or 30s, the artists live in the senior community for a year in exchange for playing at least four hours a week there.
This woman’s passion for Memphis kindles her business’ growth
What started as Shannon Little Briggs’ one-woman marketing agency has expanded to include 14 team members serving a slew of mostly Memphis clients through marketing, PR and social media support.
Greenstein: Xenophobic slander has become normalized
“There is not enough room in one country to house (all) the ... human beings living on this planet. However, there are humane and inhumane ways to find solutions and address the most vulnerable members of society.”
Echols: Candace asks readers to share their stories
“Paying attention to the world around you and then flapping your lips about it ... starts to feel decidedly one-sided after a while, a bit like talking to yourself out loud for the whole city to hear.”
Movers & Shakers
University of Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law, Rogers & Brackin PLLC and Intunity Homes announce promotions and additions.
Sudoku: Aug. 25
Are you ready for today’s puzzles?
Metro
Memphis-area man charged with making threats against Biden, Harris, Obama
Kyl Alton Hall was indicted Tuesday, Aug. 20, on three felony charges.
Behind The Headlines County Commission leaders talk new schools, Regional One
Business
Hotel industry bullish amid challenging economy
But compared to the rest of the country, Memphis is struggling more than most.
Premium Real Estate Lakeland secures loan commitment for more I-40/Canada Road development
Sports
Friday football report: Geron Johnson’s big game sends Bartlett past MUS
Mississippi State commit runs for five second-half touchdowns and finishes with 335 yards on the ground.
High School Sports Lausanne rolls to season-opening victory over MASE
Food
Kosher barbecue festival returns after three-year break
The event touted as “the Greatest Kosher BBQ Competition in the World” returns this weekend.
Suburbs
Lakeland secures loan commitment for more I-40/Canada Road development
Lakeland officials approve approach to help fund improvements to the Memphis suburbs’ gateway near the exit of Interstate 40.
Arts & Culture
The To-Do List: Black Lodge’s last bash (really) and an Off the Rails art party
This week, I Love Memphis and Streetdog Foundation celebrate 15 years (but not together), and there will be swingin' and swayin' and DJs playing on Maggie H. Isabell Street.
Opinion
Hutchinson: Privacy policies are important to understand
A recent study found 81% of the public say the potential risks they face because of data collection by companies outweigh the benefits.
Podcasts
County Commission leaders talk new schools, Regional One
The incoming and outgoing chairs of the Shelby County Board of Commissioners talked on “Behind The Headlines” about new Cordova and Frayser schools funding and rebuilding Regional One Health’s campus.
Neighborhoods
Talking turkey: Thanksgiving recipes and Christmas lighting kickoffs
Our Thanksgiving guide offers recipes to ease your menu-planning worries. And we’ve got a guide to turkey trots and holiday lighting events in case you need something to do besides eat and nap.