Memphis surges past Illinois in NCAA opener
Ai Kitagawa scores twice in the first half to send the Tigers into a second-round match against TCU.
Tigers shift goals following third American Conference loss
Memphis regroups after East Carolina hands the Tigers what running back Sutton Smith called “a tough pill to swallow.”
Grizzlies get Edey back, lose Morant in loss to Cavs
Zach Edey had 13 points, seven rebounds and two blocks in 25 minutes in his first game of the season. Ja Morant left the game with right calf soreness.Related content:
ECU hands Memphis a second straight loss
The 8-3 Tigers now have three losses in league play. They were already a longshot to make the American Conference Championship game heading into Saturday.Related content:
Box score: Cavaliers 108, Grizzlies 100
Box score for the Memphis Grizzlies game against the Cleveland Cavaliers.
Lacy helps No. 6 Ole Miss rally past Florida, and Rebels fans chant ‘We want Lane!’
In the final minute, Ole Miss fans chanted “We want Lane!” in a bid to persuade their sought-after coach Lane Kiffin not to bolt for another school.
Vols easily roll past New Mexico State
Joey Aguilar threw for 204 yards and a touchdown and ran for another score to lead No. 21 Tennessee to a victory over New Mexico State on Saturday.
Box score: East Carolina 31, Memphis 27
Box score for the football game between the University of Memphis Tigers and the East Carolina University Pirates.
Clerk Tami Sawyer sued by former employee
Jeffrey Allen Walker alleges he was fired after he reported questionable spending on an office credit card.
Memphians remember musician Todd Snider, nomad storyteller who launched career from local bar
The alternative/folk/country musician who launched his lengthy career from a long-gone Memphis bar more than 30 years ago died Friday. He was 59.
Helen Hunt to speak at Methodist Healthcare’s annual luncheon
Previous luncheon speakers included Dennis Quaid, Taye Diggs, Leslie Odom Jr., Rob Lowe, Octavia Spencer and Diane Keaton.
MLGW celebrates completion of major South Memphis pipeline project
The celebration of the project’s completion included balloon hats.
State Rep. Pearson said he can work across the aisle without moderating his political views
State Rep. Justin J. Pearson talked about his tenure in the Tennessee House of Representatives and his views on the Memphis Safe Task Force on “Behind The Headlines.”
Second St. George’s assault victim comes forward
A second victim reports a sexual assault at the private school campus, Collierville police said. Both incidents appear to be related to the same suspect.
National Guard deployment has already cost millions
The state has contracts to feed and house the National Guard for well more than $6 million — to be paid by the federal government — according to court documents filed Friday.
Friday football report: Southwind advances in Class 6A; Collierville awaits
The Jaguars were hoping for an easier trip in next week’s quarterfinal round and they got it when Collierville outlasted Antioch.
Police arrest 8 in gang sweep, echoing 2024 raid
Memphis police arrested eight people, mostly for drug charges, in a Thursday, Nov. 13, sweep that also included agents from the Memphis Safe Task Force.
Sound Bites: Brad McCarley talks charcuterie, cheese and Buster’s Butcher
Porcellino’s. Curb Market. Puck Food Hall. Salt|Soy. These businesses have more in common than just being now-gone Memphis favorites.
Recipe Exchange: Char’s pecan pie
Char’s pecan pie comes to us from not one but two grandmothers.
What to watch when Josh Pastner and UNLV visit Penny Hardaway’s Tigers
Memphis should be able to make progress in key areas and build some momentum against a struggling UNLV squad led by former Tigers coach Josh Pastner.
Martin: Times have changed for Tigers basketball. They won’t get easier.
As Memphis embarks on yet another grueling nonconference schedule against Power 4 programs it’s clear the playing field has shifted. Should our annual expectations follow?
Crosstown’s ‘12 Angry Jurors’ includes an A-lister behind the scenes
Filmmaker Craig Brewer directed Crosstown High School’s “12 Angry Jurors,” and, as the student who played Juror Number Nine put it, “Not a lot of people can say they’ve gotten this opportunity.”
Guest Column: Novella Smith Arnold Cromer built a beloved community in Memphis
“In a world of widespread division, racial profiling, and individual, systemic, and institutional racism, Novella ignored all the social constructs that divided neighbors from one another.”
Opinion: The high price of the social media highlight reel
“I am a proponent of the Shelby County’s school board’s decision to ban phones from school and wish it would have been done sooner.”
Daily Jigsaw: Food pantry at Lindenwood
This jigsaw puzzle is a photo from the food-pantry giveaway at Lindenwood Christian Church and was taken by Greg Campbell.
Sudoku: Nov. 15
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Daily WordRow: Nov. 15
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Metro
Overton Park’s Old Forest fence formally falls: ‘The Old Forest is whole again’
The Thursday, Nov. 13, formal opening of the new Old Forest acreage served as an epitaph for the conflict over what to do about overflow Memphis Zoo parking on the Overton Park greensward.
Public Safety Shelby County judges can handle task force case load, state’s high court says
Food The Daily Memphian joins Memphis media for ‘A Day of Giving’ food drive
Premium State Government Bill that ended government shutdown could pay Tennessee’s US senators minimum $500K each
Metro The penny is gone, and most folks don’t seem to care too much
Business
Longtime Highland hangout Newby’s is closing, owner says
Newby’s, a second home for college kids on the Highland Strip for 50 years, is not extending its lease.
Business US Starbucks workers go on strike — Memphis will take part next week
Premium Real Estate Food Files: Catherine & Mary’s getting new look
Premium Real Estate New Filipino bar planned for Downtown
Premium Real Estate Need an office? Rent a desk at Crosstown Concourse.
Sports
3 questions for the Grizzlies 13 games in
The Grizzlies have time to think about the long-term future of their stars, but the team on the floor needs to find its identity.
Player of the Week Lausanne quarterback voted Player of the Week
Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball Former Memphis coach Josh Pastner hopes Tiger fans feel his ‘gratitude and love’ in return with UNLV
Premium Memphis Tigers Football Tigers hoping for chaos to get into American Conference title game
High School Sports Daily Memphian postseason golf awards: State champs from MUS, St. Mary’s lead
Food
Donning her signature muumuu, Bartlett venue owner is serving up breakfast
Stephanie Moss Townsend has owned Egeray’s Party Room for six years but recently decided to begin serving breakfast in honor of her mother.
$15 Deals $15 Deal: Karen’s Maple Delight at Mitchell’s Breakfast Burritos
Suburbs
Whiteside back in custody, new trial date set
Lindsey Whiteside is back in custody on charges of sexual activity with a minor after a federal judge overturned a magistrate’s decision to release Whiteside on bond.
Bartlett Bartlett honors nation’s heroes with Veterans Day ceremony
Arts & Culture
Hop on the Shamrock Shuttle, do yoga with pups and eat pudding with a fork
This week, the Memphis Zoo launches a new holiday lighting show with lanterns, and an Orpheum party goes “Back to the Future.”
Visual Arts Spillit Memphis launching film festival
Opinion
Opinion: Rep. Cohen says flight reduction sparks outcry and frustrations
“I am frustrated on behalf of my constituents, whose flights to or from Memphis may be canceled or delayed, effecting untold numbers of business meetings, family gatherings, and vacations.”
Podcasts
How Grind City Amp plans to expand live music in Memphis
Nick Barbian joins Eric Barnes on The Sidebar to talk about the goals for the outdoor venue located at Grind City Brewing in North Memphis.