CBU hit in purge of foreign students
As international students at CBU and the U of M, like others across the country, have their visas revoked, the issue is setting up new quandaries for college administrators.
Redbirds recap: Jacksonville pitching stymies Memphis
Memphis Redbirds starting pitcher Alex Cornwell allowed three runs on eight hits, walked one and struck out two in his first start of the season.
Thursday prep report: Bartlett, Houston battle to scoreless draw
The chances come late but nothing is settled between the district rivals.
Downtown safety funds survive state whittling of local programs
Rep. G.A. Hardaway, along with other Memphis lawmakers, expressed concern over the reductions and outright elimination of many Memphis organizations and programs.
Mulroy investigation now in state’s high court
A resolution that urges the Tennessee Supreme Court to create a panel to investigate three state district attorneys general passed the state Senate Wednesday, April 16.
Herrington: Grizzlies, Mavs meet in a game neither expected to be playing
The Mavs were in the NBA Finals last spring and then added title-tested veteran Klay Thompson in the offseason to aid what they hoped would be another run.
Memphis’ PJ Haggerty enters transfer portal, will test NBA Draft waters
PJ Haggerty, now in the NCAA transfer portal, averaged 21.7 points, 5.8 rebounds, 3.7 assists and 1.8 steals per game this past season for the Memphis Tigers.
Houston lacrosse player voted best of the week
Cece Tashie is the second lacrosse player in a row to be voted player of the week.
Grizzlies Insider: Ja Morant did not practice ahead of play-in game
Ja Morant did not practice on Thursday and will be a game-time decision for Memphis’ must-win game against the Dallas Mavericks.
Memphis’ Dain Dainja reacts following transfer portal report
Dain Dainja, now reportedly planning to enter the NCAA transfer portal, averaged 14.6 points, 7.4 rebounds, 1.7 assists and 1.3 blocks per game for the Memphis Tigers this past season. Memphis' PJ Haggerty enters transfer portal, will test NBA Draft watersRelated content:
County Commission weighs changes to embattled grant program
County Commissioner Britney Thornton said Wednesday the allegations against Commissioner Edmund Ford Jr. shouldn’t be considered in deciding what, if any, changes should be made to the body’s grant program.
5 U of M students lose visas; told to leave country
As college enrollments have dwindled in the United States, many colleges have stepped up international recruiting to close the gap.
Memphis lands South Carolina transfer Zachary Davis
Zachary Davis — a 6-foot-7 defensive-minded wing — averaged 8.2 points, 4.6 rebounds, 1.8 assists and 1.1 steals in 26.4 minutes per game as a junior for the Gamecocks in 2024-25.
Record-setting Central High track standout continues to aim high
Miles Nesmith is currently the nation’s No. 1 triple-jumper, thanks to a state-record leap of 51 feet, 5 inches set while competing at the Texas Relays in late March.
The To-Do List: Shell Daze, Time Warp and Mary J. Blige for real this time
This week, Peabody rooftop parties return, Africa in April is back and Saddle Creek opens another art show.
$10 Deal: Mix and match at Great China Market
At Great China Market, $10 gets you a satisfying variety of combinations of delicious pastries and caramelized pork.
Memphians should absolutely pull for the Grizzlies to win Friday. Right?!?
Memphis NBA fans are facing an unprecedented dilemma Friday: Is it better if the Grizzlies win or lose? Herrington: Grizzlies have at least one game left, but may have already taken the lossRelated content:
Millington bar gets friendly fresh start from Midtown owner
Louis Connelly, owner of Louis Connelly’s Bar for Fun Times and Friendship, officially took over Kickstart in March.“We’d love to keep growing, buying more neighborhood bars like this that have character and history,” he said.
TSWA all-state girls basketball team named
Standouts from Briarcrest, Collierville, Fayette-Ware, Houston, Hutchison and MBA named to all-state team.
Olive Branch blocks Crumpler Place development
The Olive Branch Board of Aldermen rejected a development near Goodman and Crumpler roads, saying it was not in keeping with the zoning, siding with residents who opposed the plan with its apartments.
Word Flower: April 17
Word Flower is a fun and challenging game people of all ages can play.
Word Search: Live at the Garden
Can you solve this week’s word search?
Sudoku: April 17
Are you ready for today’s puzzles?
Metro
Last-minute updates move MSCS takeover proposals toward compromise
Rep. Mark White, R-Memphis, and Sen. Brent Taylor, R- Eads, don’t yet agree on the role of a new appointed board. Here’s what they’ve offered in new proposals aimed at a compromise.
Premium Shelby County If sales tax hike is dead, how will Shelby County pay for a new jail?
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Premium Public Safety Shooting death of teenager Downtown spotlights violent week
Premium Public Safety Charges dismissed for codefendant in Rhodes student killing
Business
Inked: Lenox Office Park, Wolfchase hotel headed to auction
The 2019 loan was secured by a deed of trust on the Lenox Office Park, which became collateral after the lending moved into “advanced foreclosure stage,” JLL’s listing said.
Premium Real Estate New Starbucks with drive-thru headed to Germantown
Premium State Government Bill creating state-run economic development board put on hold
Health Care Shelby County makes at-home HIV testing available to all residents
Real Estate Housing market defrosting as spring brings more sales
Sports
Herrington: Grizzlies have at least one game left, but may have already taken the loss
In all ways except the outcome for the Grizzlies and their fans, Tuesday’s play-in was a great game in the rich recent history between these franchises.
Spirit of Memphis Longtime Bishop Byrne coach Jack Grannan dies
Premium Sports Memphis Redbirds unveil 19-game TV package
Memphis Tigers Basketball Western Kentucky transfer, Memphis native Julius Thedford commits to Tigers
High School Sports Vote for the spring sports athlete of the week, Week 6
Food
What to order: Barksdale’s country fried steak — don’t forget the biscuits
Could Barksdale’s country-fried steak plate become a new breakfast icon? That’s the hope from new owners Ryan Glosson and Heather and Bryant Bain.
Food News Alton Brown takes his ‘Last Bite’ at the Orpheum
Suburbs
Klein and Baker face off for Republican nod in Horn Lake mayor’s race
Nat Baker and Danny Klein must face a runoff election to become the Republican nominee for the race for Horn Lake mayor.
Premium Bartlett Bartlett High students learn skills for high-tech careers
Arts & Culture
Chris Brown concert to be held at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium
Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium is hosting its first major music concert in nearly three decades.
Visual Arts Famed game-show host, Jackson native Wink Martindale dies
Opinion
Opinion: Don’t restrict stories such as Bayard Rustin’s
“The nation’s institutions should encourage an open exploration of its past — one that accounts for both triumphs and shortcomings, one that eschews sloppy oversimplification, one that highlights how history contains an array of voices that have shaped who we are today.”
Guest Columnists Opinion: Data is key to improving the criminal justice system
Podcasts
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.
Games
Jigsaw: Porchfest fosters community
This week’s puzzle features a photo by Daily Memphian photographer Patrick Lantrip taken at the Cooper-Young Porchfest Saturday, April 12, 2025.
Games Sudoku: April 16
Neighborhoods
Ask the Memphian: What is that metal menagerie in Downtown Memphis?
Lions, a tiger and bears, oh my, play into this week’s Ask the Memphian. Because we’re not just horsing around.