Speakers will discuss the latest developments in the Cleveland Street Corridor, Downtown and the Edge District at The Daily Memphian’s Developing Memphis Seminar on Thursday, Oct. 23, at Memphis Botanic Garden.
Shelby County Mayor Lee Harris and Commissioners Erika Sugarmon and Henri Brooks are among those seeking a preliminary injunction to stop the guard’s deployment.
U.S. District Judge Mark Norris wrote that he recused himself “because of the apparent bias of others against the Court.”
With Clerk Wanda Halbert still declining to pay Millington for use of a city building in the North Shelby County suburb, Commissioner Mick Wright is drafting legislation where the county could cover the back rent.
Local activists said Friday that immigrant arrests are likely higher than the figures circulated by the Memphis Safe Task Force.
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.
Memphis Mayor Paul Young said on “Behind The Headlines” the city’s $22 million purchase of the 600-room hotel helps protect the city’s $200 million investment in the Renasant Convention Center.
U.S. Sens. Marsha Blackburn and Bill Hagerty are calling for an investigation into an investigation. Also, U.S. Rep. David Kustoff’s talks to Fox News about Memphis Safe Task Force, and U.S. Rep. Steve Cohen’s “Trump Score” is an F.
Memphis took down the Heat 141-125 but it cost them guard Ty Jerome with a right calf straing the veteran sustained just minutes into the game. Related content:
MUS’ Tommie Reed scored three touchdowns and Jackson Hood scored two more for homecoming at Stokes-Alston Stadium, a night that had a bit of everything.
Fall — when seemingly never-ending summer heat is being overcome by more temperate conditions — is often referred to as “secondary severe weather season.”
The Tigers are returning from a bye week while UAB is preparing to play its first game after firing head coach Trent Dilfer.
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.
Marc Morial told Memphis’ business and elected leadership the nation is a facing a full frontal assault on voting rights, civil rights and diversity programs.
Holly Whitfield and Natalie Van Gundy offer up six Memphis food recommendations — including a Dubai chocolate crepe — and make a list of restaurants to try next.
Klondike Smokey City CDC is working to mow and maintain yards, build a pocket park and turn 150 vacant lots and empty homes into assets in the community.
A circular economy is about designing systems that are efficient, adaptive and less vulnerable to shocks.
“Every person has the right to breathe clean air, drink clean water and live free from the fear of corporate exploitation.”
“... Cars can be weapons every bit as dangerous as guns.” — Earle Schwarz about Tennessee troopers want to stop speeders. Drivers are crashing out.
“Great idea for these 3 colleges to come together for a great cause and celebration! And thanks for putting your heads together to give Memphis another positive reason to be proud of our city. I pray this trend continues!” — Jeanie Gundlach about Three Memphis colleges unite to celebrate homecoming
“The only reason Just City exists is because the system is broken. It’s been broken for a long time. Push the state and federal government to allocate and plan for what they’ve started so the process can be seen through to completion. If that means more attys, judges, detainment facilities.” — Brendan Duffy about 201 Poplar more crowded since Memphis Safe Task Force
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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.
This jigsaw puzzle is of Soul & Spirits owners Ryan Allen and Blair Perry and was taken by The Daily Memphian photographer Mark Weber.
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The museum awarded Marc Morial, Velma Lois Jones and Mark Suzman for their advancements in “truth, equity and justice.”
Tonica Downtown and Little Petals East Memphis are open to customers. Poppz Drinks & Sweets on Poplar will open in early November.
Box score for the NBA preseason game between the Memphis Grizzlies and Miami Heat in Florida on Friday, Oct. 17, 2025.
Sky Dog Amber was awarded Gold in the International Amber Lager category, and Tiny Bomb picked up Silver in the German-style Pilsener category.
Jeremy Liu is 13 and the only Tennesseean representing Team USA in the World Artistic Roller Skating Championship. The sport is similar to figure skating but on wheels, and there’s no ice.
This week, local theaters perform murder shows, Crosstown showcases Vietnamese culture and you can make pottery at Chucalissa.
What do you get when you combine Penny Hardaway, Beale Street, Memphis Pom, the FBI and the National Guard? A night of Memphis basketball that seemed like a dream.
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.