Taylor changing strategy to oust Mulroy
State Sen. Brent Taylor, R-Eads, and Senate leaders are asking the Tennessee Supreme Court to appoint a panel outside the legislature to investigate Shelby County District Attorney General Steve Mulroy.
Lausanne catcher knocks in winning run for milestone win over CBHS
Emre Roan delivers in the bottom of the seventh as the Lynx defeat the Brothers for the first time in program history.
Redbirds recap: Memphis loses season opener 9-4 at Louisville
Michael McGreevy, the Redbirds opening-day starter for the second straight season, picked up the loss.
Vols show Wildcats who’s boss in convincing Sweet 16 win
Zakai Zeigler had 18 points and 10 assists, as Tennessee outhustled and outplayed Kentucky on both ends of the court.
Michigan State rally sends Spartans past Ole Miss in Sweet 16
Jace Richardson scored 24 points as Michigan State surged past Ole Miss in the second half for a 73-70 victory on Friday night in the NCAA Tournament.
Hill: Two things are true the day the Grizzlies fired Taylor Jenkins
Taylor Jenkins took the Grizzlies further than many would have expected, but it was time for the franchise to move on. Related content:
Jury in Tyre Nichols murder trial will come from outside Memphis
A jury of up to 16 members will be brought in from out of town to hear the state case against three former Memphis police officers charged in the death of Tyre Nichols, a judge ruled.
Shelby County Health Department confirms case of travel-related West Nile virus
Although the resident contracted West Nile virus after they traveled to a region where its endemic, the case serves as a reminder to all residents to protect themselves against mosquito bites with the weather heating up.
Herrington: Jenkins’ run comes to an end. Who will be the new voice?
Now new-this-season lead assistant turned interim head coach Tuomas Iisalo will take the reins, at least through the rest of this season and the playoffs.
Joe Murphy returns as acting U.S. Attorney for Western District of Tennessee
President Donald Trump announced Murphy will replace Reagan Fondren in the post, according to U.S. Sen. Marsha Blackburn of Tennessee. Fondren was fired Thursday in a one-line email from not only the interim position but also as a Justice Department employee.
Grizzlies fire head coach Taylor Jenkins
In total, the Grizzlies had a 250-214 overall record during Jenkins’ six seasons in charge, but only one playoff series win, coming against the Minnesota Timberwolves in 2022.
Who is Tuomas Iisalo, the Grizzlies’ new interim coach?
Under Tuomas Iisalo, it’s likely the Grizzlies are going to use more pick-and-roll.
MATA fires embattled former interim CEO
MATA’s Bacarra Mauldin has been fired, three weeks after she was placed on administrative leave following the discovery of questionable charges on her company credit card.
Tennessee commissioner wants to ‘depoliticize’ public health policy
Dr. Ralph Alvarado, commissioner of the Tennessee Department of Health, touched on everything from vaccines to fluoride to health disparities during a presentation at the University of Memphis on Friday, March 28.
Photos: Community celebrates life of Frayser pastor Ricky Floyd
“I just want to thank him for grounding me,” Memphis Mayor Paul Young said at the funeral of Pastor Ricky Floyd. “And for being a barometer to so many people in this community.”
Health department activates emergency plans after measles case confirmed
“Knowing where the case is and what population they are in ... that will really shape what we do over the next several days.”Related story:
Memphis guard PJ Carter enters transfer portal
Carter, a 6-foot-4 shooting guard, averaged 5.4 points and 1.5 rebounds per game while shooting 39.3% from 3-point range for the Tigers this season. Memphis basketball transfer tracker: Who Tigers are eyeing in the portal An up-to-date look at Tigers basketball’s 2025-26 roster rebuildRelated content:
Trump could exempt xAI from air-emissions permit
President Donald Trump could potentially exempt a large portion of heavy industry from emissions standards. Here’s what that could mean for xAI in Memphis.
Memphis basketball transfer tracker: Who Tigers are eyeing in the portal
Here’s a list of prospective transfers that Tigers coach Penny Hardaway and his staff have been in contact with, as reported by The Daily Memphian and national outlets.
Other school districts could be snared in state’s MSCS takeover plans
The Senate proposal would expand Tennessee’s voucher program to some rural and poor school districts, whether state officials believe other takeover measures are necessary or not.
Food Files: JoJo’s Espresso grows, and a 7 Brew is coming, too
Moving just a few doors down from its original location, JoJo’s Espresso's has expanded in Germantown, adding more seating and a few new menu items.
Bailey: Kustoff, OLPH and a mixed-up message
When Republican Rep. David Kustoff was scheduled to speak at a Germantown church, a lot of people wanted to come and ask questions, which led to cancellation of the event.
Conaway: A life, and this one comes cubed or crushed
And the photo fell away, while the magnet crashed to the floor between my feet, depriving the meerkat of its left ear. There’s something to be said for sloppy, arbitrary, impetuous, and rough around the edges. Right in front of you. You know, like life in the moment.
Martin: Here are three reasons Tigers will have better days ahead under Penny
Hardaway’s job this offseason won’t be easy, given the team’s challenges with its conference affiliation. Still, there are reasons to be optimistic about the offseason and beyond for Tiger basketball.
The To-Do List: Bar birthdays, a Bartlett bayou bash and Black Violin
This week, visual art and dance are on display at the U of M, MIM brings barbecue to Collierville (in March) and Sir Meatball has a dog party.
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Metro
What to make of measles: The situation in Shelby County
Tennessee’s herd immunity is high, but most physicians practicing now have never treated a case of measles. And adults, especially those between 40 and 68 years of age, might want another dose of the vaccine.
State Government Tempers flare between Pearson, Farmer during House committee hearing
Premium State Government MSCS takeover bill would give power to Shelby County leaders
East Memphis Young hopes to dodge tax hike as budget looms
State Government State Comptroller set to pay $3 million for MSCS audit
Business
Lessons in taking a neighborhood lawn service to multimillion-dollar company
During his junior and senior years of high school, David Perdue worked part-time mowing lawns for a small landscaping business. That’s when he discovered a passion for working outdoors, beautifying landscapes and completing projects.
Food News Former Railgarten site listed for sale
Premium Real Estate Inked: Yoga studio coming to Lakeland Town Square
Food News Dolly Parton, a death and the West Memphis Pancho’s
Real Estate Black developers summit hopes to ease home-building hurdles
Sports
Transfer QB Brendon Lewis feels at home in Memphis
Fromer Nevada quarterback Brendon Lewis is enjoying his teammates, coaches and the Memphis food as he competes for the starting job.
Memphis Grizzlies Thunder pull away from Grizzles with big fourth-quarter run
Premium Sports Germantown’s Brent Rooker looks to build on Silver Slugger season
Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball Tigers guard Baraka Okojie enters transfer portal
High School Sports MUS baseball standout voted athlete of the week
Food
Dolly Parton, a death and the West Memphis Pancho’s
For now, the Dollywood Foundation owns the former Pancho’s site in West Memphis, but if all goes according to plan, the site will be sold this summer with the proceeds going to the Foundation.
Premium Table Talk Table Talk: Local coffee shop owner named Franchisee of Year
Suburbs
New Hernando High to welcome first students in July
Students will start filling the halls of the new Hernando High in late summer, providing relief to other schools in the DeSoto County school district.
Premium Germantown Funds for Germantown sports complex absent from governor’s budget
Arts & Culture
Multi-talented Terry Manning touched Memphis music from Stax to ZZ Top and beyond
Manning had a more than 50-year career as a player, producer, composer and, perhaps most prominently, recording engineer.
Premium Visual Arts Memphis Movies This Week: Jason Statham, ‘Some Like it Hot’
Opinion
Sanford: Proposal puts state’s human rights enforcement in jeopardy
State lawmakers are looking to eliminate the Tennessee Human Rights Commission, which looks into about 180 complaints about discrimination every month.
Podcasts
Sound Bites: 10 years of Memphis Black Restaurant Week
It’s Memphis Black Restaurant Week through March 22, and as the event’s founder, Cynthia Daniels does her best to taste, try or at least stop by each of the 20 participating restaurants.