Showboats in a hole after falling to Houston
Even after a mid-game quarterback change, the UFL’s Memphis Showboats dropped to an 0-3 with their 18-17 loss to the Houston Roughnecks.
Redbirds recap: Memphis loses game five in Nashville
The Memphis Redbirds fell in Game 5 of a six-game series against the Nashville Sounds on Saturday night at First Horizon Park in Nashville.
Stars shine at Houston Track Classic
Several competitors turned in state-leading performances in the season’s largest track and field competition in the Mid-South.
Porchfest delights thousands with music, sunshine and good vibes
“I look forward to today all year long,” said Jennifer Seidman, who hosted acts on her porch on Oliver Avenue. “To me, Porchfest is just taking that community we have and celebrating it.”
Former Memphis forward Ashton Hardaway returns to father, Tigers
The younger Hardaway is a former four-star recruit in the 2023 class who began his college career at Memphis as a true freshman in the 2023-24 season before transferring to Saint Mary’s ahead of this past season.
Cossitt Library marks 132 years on Memphis riverfront
Memphis Public Libraries marked the 1893 opening of the Cossitt on Saturday, April 12, with discussions of the history about public libraries in the city that touched on racial segregation and more.
Grizzlies likely to rest key players in last game before play-in
The Grizzlies listed seven main players as “doubtful” for Sunday’s season finale against Dallas.
The Grizzlies are in the play-in. Who will they face?
With a Memphis loss to Denver on Friday and a Golden State win against Portland, the Grizzlies are headed to a play-in game on Tuesday. Who will they face next?
Memphis women’s soccer coach Monaghan talks revenue sharing
During the University of Memphis’ Power of Girls in Sports Clinic, coach Brooks Monaghan said the event showed that investing in women’s college athletics is still important.
Nico Iamaleava is no longer on Tennessee’s roster
Quarterback Nico Iamaleava was not at Tennessee’s Orange and White game Saturday and is no longer on the roster. It appears Iamaleava is headed toward the transfer portal that opens Wednesday.
Tigers QB enters transfer portal
With the loss of one to the NCAA transfer portal, the Memphis Tigers now have three quarterbacks on their 2025 roster.
The Grizzlies don’t want sympathy. ‘We put ourselves in this situation.’
The sour taste of last season’s injury-filled debacle still exists in the Memphis locker room. The Grizzlies don’t want to view the postseason from a distance again. Jokic makes history as Nuggets come from behind to beat Grizzlies Box score: Nuggets 117, Grizzlies 109 Grizzlies confirm Jaylen Wells wrist fracture diagnosis, other injuriesRelated content:
Sound Bites: Italian restaurant to open soon in East Memphis
Cocozza East, from the owners of Cocozza American Italian in Harbor Town, will open in East Memphis in either late May or early June 2025.
Memphis, Mississippi play key role in new Michael B. Jordan vampire film
“Black Panther” director Ryan Coogler and actor Michael B. Jordan collaborate again in “Sinners,” where blues music and Memphis musicians play a major role.
Meet the women of Tigers football
Before the Memphis Tigers’ annual women’s clinic for female football fans gets started, The Daily Memphian spoke with six women who hold important roles in the program.
Judge allows lawsuit against city, Pink Palace to continue
In a lengthy hearing late Friday afternoon, Chancellor Melanie Taylor Jefferson declined to dismiss a long-running lawsuit waged by a Chickasaw Gardens resident against the Pink Palace Museum and the City of Memphis.
‘The same but better’ — Barksdale’s to reopen next week
After a nearly $500,000 renovation, Barksdale’s will reopen in Midtown with its signature hearty breakfasts and plate lunches.
Gun violence strategies working, despite mass shooting
K. Durell Cowan, founder of Heal 901, said that, in spite of a mass shooting this week in Hickory Hill, the “proof is in the numbers” that gun violence prevention is working.
Church Health emphasizes local ties through Washington transition
Church Health CEO Jennie Robbins talked on “Behind The Headlines” about concerns that show up with the nonprofit’s patients amid national policy changes in Washington, D.C.
A charter school is among projects honored by Pinnacle Awards
Hosted by the Memphis Area Association of Realtors Commercial Council, the Pinnacle Awards honor the top commercial real estate professionals and projects each year.
Bailey: I will soon have a Real ID to prove that I really am who I say I am
After a trip to Fayette County, I really have the identification to show I really am who I’ve said I am for 70-plus years.
Lakeland could get new development along Canada Road
A vacant tract southwest of the Interstate 40 and Canada Road interchange in Lakeland could soon become a subdivision after a recommendation from a city commission.
Bond increased for woman charged with neglect of adults in bus
Bernice Jarrett is charged with one count of aggravated neglect of a vulnerable person and five counts of neglect of a vulnerable person.
Sudoku: April 12
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Word Flower: April 12
Word Flower is a fun and challenging game people of all ages can play.
Metro
Hernando DeSoto Bridge lit purple and orange for crime victims
The Shelby County District Attorney’s Office held a special lighting ceremony Thursday, April 10, in honor of National Crime Victims’ Rights Week.
Public Safety Missing 5-year-old boy found dead
State Government State Senate passes bill aimed at immigrant students
Public Safety Six shot, one killed in Hickory Hill, Memphis police say
Education Tom Nenon guided U of M as philosopher, mentor and provost
Business
‘Now, we have to scale’ — local leaders talk AI opportunities
St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital is using AI to build three-dimensional models of patient tumors while IMC is using it in customer service. And Southwest Tennessee is creating a new two-year associate degree in AI programming.
Business Veterans speed-date for jobs
Financial Services First Horizon and California firm ink wealth-management deal
Health Care Whooping cough case confirmed in Memphis
Transportation & Logistics Major distribution company leaving Memphis, impacting 100+ workers
Sports
Jokic makes history as Nuggets come from behind to beat Grizzlies
Nikola Jokic becomes the third player in NBA history to average a triple-double for a season, as the Nuggets chip away at the Grizzlies’ game-long lead to finish big.
Memphis Grizzlies Box score: Nuggets 117, Grizzlies 109
High School Sports St. Mary’s standout voted Athlete of the Week
Memphis Tigers Basketball Date reportedly set for Memphis’ matchup with Josh Pastner, UNLV
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies Insider: With Memphis in a tight spot, where does Vince Williams Jr. stand?
Food
Pok Cha’s Egg Rolls, Sushi Jimmi part of new Korean-barbecue event
Sticky ribs, honey gochujang wings, Korean hot chicken and beef bulgogi are a taste of what’s on the menu at the Korean BBQ Fest this Saturday.
$10 Deals $10 Deal: Ragin’ Cajun’s fried shrimp po’boy
Suburbs
Four charged with welfare fraud for food stamps in DeSoto County
The individuals are collectively accused of defrauding the government of approximately $131,000 in food stamp benefits by allegedly failing to disclose changes in circumstances and omitting income to qualify for assistance.
Collierville ‘The future of Collierville starts today’
Arts & Culture
The To-Do List: Porchfest, knight fights and the function of conjunctions
This week, Lucero plays a free show for Huey’s birthday, a death-row inmate performs from an Ohio prison and you can play musical chairs at Hattiloo.
Opinion
Opinion: Increased pay for MPD is ‘essential’ to lowering crime
Memphis Police Association Vice President John Covington writes , “There is an undeniable need for more officers, especially given the growing workload and escalating dangers that complicate our recruitment efforts.”
Podcasts
The state of the Memphis dining scene
The owner of Biscuits & Jams, the owner of Cameo and Mary’s BOTE and the former owner of Edge Alley discuss the struggles, successes and realities of the industry this week on the WKNO-TV’s “Behind The Headlines.”
Games
Word Search: Love’s Travel Stops
Can you solve this week’s word search?
Neighborhoods
Second U of M Campus School to open but already full
The soon-to-be former St. George’s Memphis has a waiting list — proof of high interest in the fledgling K-12 University Schools district, which has a 10-year goal of enrolling 5,000 students.