City Council adds 3% city pay raises in new operating budget
The pay raises and an agreement on MATA funding were the two biggest additions to Mayor Paul Young’s second city budget.
TBI crime lab to add two scientists specifically for Memphis cases
The arrangement between the state and the City of Memphis is separate from an independent crime lab for Shelby County being pursued by Shelby County Mayor Lee Harris and District Attorney General Steve Mulroy.
Trial date set for codefendants in Ghost Mob gang killing
The case began with the Jan. 10, 2019, murder of the “supreme elite chief” of the Unknown Vice Lords Ronald Terry and his girlfriend, Candid Sanders.
Redbirds recap: Memphis takes first game in road series
Catcher Jimmy Crooks put Memphis in front with a three-run home run in the top of the third inning. Crooks leads the Birds in both homers and RBIs.
Art Gilliam, Wendy Moten among 2025 Memphis Music Hall of Fame inductees
The “Rock and Roll Granny,” the man who went down to the Crossroads, a titan of Memphis radio and three noted soul/R&B singers of different stripes and generations are the new inductees of the Memphis Music Hall of Fame.
Former cop convicted in Tyré Nichols case gets sentencing date delay
Desmond Mills Jr. was originally scheduled to be sentenced on federal charges June 17, but that date has been pushed to June 23.
Memphis Movies This Week: ‘Materialists,’ an intriguing rom-dram
Plus, Chris Herrington ranks the Wes Anderson films he’s seen.
Grizzlies’ Zach Edey suffers injury; undergoes surgery
The Grizzlies on Tuesday announced a new medical update for Edey. The team said he will be reevaluated in four months after having surgery Tuesday on his left ankle.
Memphis Chamber’s new council, execs will foster global biz, city workforce
“I think one of our first orders of business is just super capitalizing on the word ‘innovation,’” said the Greater Memphis Chamber’s new executive director of the Greater Memphis Workforce Development Board.
Greater Memphis Chamber finalist in national competition
The Chamber of the Year winners will be announced Wednesday, July 23, during an awards show, presented by Comcast Business at ACCE’s Annual Convention in Philadelphia.
Tigers release transfer Felipe Patino
Memphis announced the signing of Felipe Patino, a 6-foot-4 shooting guard, in late April. Less than two months later, he is no longer with the program.
Collierville adopts budget with 12-cent property tax hike
Collierville leaders approved their budget Monday. The financial plan includes a 12-cent property tax increase.
Overton Park 99 golf event raises more money, opportunities
The 99-hole trek at the Overton Park 9 Golf Course in 2024 raised more than $50,000 for different causes. So this year, understandably, the pressure was on.
Winner, winner, chicken dinner: First Raising Cane’s in Memphis area opens
Chicken-finger fanatics, cheerleaders and an Elvis impersonator flocked to the popular chain restaurant for a combo meal and a chance to win free Cane’s for a year.
Baseball — and cricket — bond Lausanne standout and his dad
Rishi Bhavaraju, who recently wrapped up his junior season as a key member of a strong Lausanne team, was only 3 when he was bitten by the baseball bug.
NCAA panel approves rule changes for 2025-26 men’s basketball season
A key change announced by the NCAA includes a coach’s challenge at any point in a game to review out-of-bounds calls, basket interference/goaltending and whether a secondary defender was in the restricted area.
Pride Month offers rainbow of opportunities
In June, attendees can choose from events including parties, parades, drag brunches and drag bicycle races during Pride Month.
Historically Black medical college coming to Memphis
Meharry’s expansion to Memphis is the first step in Mississippi Boulevard Christian Church’s $310 million, mixed-use development.
Memphis AD Ed Scott responds to tweet about Tigers and the Pac-12
“I will never say never,” Boise State AD said when asked on X about the chances of Memphis still joining the Pac-12.
Everybody Speeds: What auto insurers really care about
According to local insurance agents, speeding tickets aren’t as big a deal as they once were.
Opinion: Diversity isn’t a threat, it’s a blessing
Yes, I’m keenly aware that these words — diversity, equity and inclusion — can spark controversy and even anger from some, especially those now in political power. But when we strip them down to their meaning, they are about something much older than politics: the common good.
Calkins: Why Santi Aldama asked a local kid to sing ‘Feliz Navidad.’ (It was for a good cause.)
Henry Douglas, age 8, decided to sing songs to generate contributions to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. So who should make a request? Santi Aldama, from Spain.
Moribund Lake District project gets jump start
Lakeland officials have approved a new development contract for The Lake District, breathing new life into the troubled mixed-use project after the original owner filed bankruptcy.
Metro
Shifting gang alliances make policing more difficult
Police brass have frequently said that it has become more difficult to stem gang violence because underlings in the gangs will often team up, sometimes with members of rival gangs, to commit crimes.
Premium Public Safety Anatomy of a gang murdering one of its own
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Business
This women-owned firm has grown from Memphis to 19 states
Founded in 1999, Consilience Group has expanded its presence through word of mouth, referrals and recognition for its work.
Premium Spirit of Memphis Le Bonheur doc retires from Heart Institute he built
Health Care From the bottom to the top: Clinic continues to add wellness treatments
Premium Business IKEA restructures Memphis staff
Premium Music Made in Memphis Entertainment office, recording studio for sale
Sports
Grizzlies’ Zach Edey suffers injury; undergoes surgery
The Grizzlies on Tuesday announced a new medical update for Edey. The team said he will be reevaluated in four months after having surgery Tuesday on his left ankle.
Premium High School Sports Newcomer Joshua Huggins brings tremendous potential to Briarcrest hoops
Premium Spirit of Memphis This Memphis boxer shares lessons with anyone — including Grizzlies
Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball New Tiger Curtis Givens III has found his way ‘back home’
Premium Memphis Tigers Football Former Tiger Kobee Minor celebrates Mr. Irrelevant Week this month
Food
Food Files: Downtown sports bar doubling in size
Plus, a local Italian restaurant has opened its second location while a local vegan restaurant is just starting on its second space.
Premium Dining Guides What to order: At Aldo’s, go beyond the pizza
Suburbs
Lakeland doesn’t raise property tax rate
Lakeland has passed the final reading on its budget for the upcoming fiscal year, maintaining the certified property tax rate set after reappraisal, unlike other local suburbs.
Arts & Culture
The art of connection: Memphis artist crafts community one collage at a time
Through a podcast, artist gatherings, guided walks through Overton Park and his popular collage parties, visual artist and musician Zack Orsborn has found people who are, like, really creative.
Arts & Culture For some, Juneteenth a reminder of painful past
Opinion
Conaway: Assault by packaging is open and shut case
“The top of the medicine packet didn’t give, but the edge julienned his fingers like Julia Childs over a pair of carrots.”
Podcasts
Live at the Garden’s summer lineup
Olivia Wall from the Memphis Botanic Garden talks with Eric Barnes about the 25th anniversary of Live at the Garden.
Games
Jigsaw: When worlds collage
This week’s puzzle features a photo from Like Really Creative’s monthly collage parties.