Ole Miss student’s killing a ‘priority one case for us’
The Shelby County Sheriff’s Office found more than 40 rifle and pistol shell casings but is still trying to find out what led to the mass shooting.
Porter-Leath beats MSCS in local battle for pre-K money
Porter-Leath, a local early childhood education organization, appears to be taking over local management of a $30 million, federally funded preschool program known as Head Start.
Calkins: If the Big 12 couldn’t see what’s changed at Memphis, they weren’t looking very hard
“Memphis once again put together a lucrative offer that has been rejected by Big 12. Is that for embarrassment? Or cause for hope?” Memphis makes $200 million proposal to join Big 12, per reportRelated content:
Trump administration releases FBI records on MLK Jr. despite his family’s opposition
Members of King’s family, and others, have long questioned whether James Earl Ray acted alone, or if he was even involved.
Memphis makes $200 million proposal to join Big 12, per report
Big 12 presidents met Monday to discuss the offer, Ross Dellenger’s report says. He also added that “the proposition is not believed to have the necessary support, for now.”
Edmund Ford Jr. gets a trial date
The trial is expected to last around two weeks.
City Council to vote on new lease for Old Daisy
The Memphis City Council could also approve some specific standards for MATA to report how it’s spending city money.
Memphis guard Sincere Parker’s attorney: ‘We plan on fighting this’
Parker’s next court appearance is set for 9 a.m. on July 29 at Shelby County General Sessions Criminal Court Division 10.
Memphis Mayor Paul Young shook up his cabinet. Here’s why.
Memphis Mayor Paul Young has reshuffled his cabinet in recent months and on July 10, hosted an overnight executive retreat at Bass Pro Shops, which he called “an opportunity to really recalibrate the team.”
Two years into the 100 N. Main project, developers press pause
“It’s like I’m blinded by all the moving parts that are going on behind the scenes that get us to the next starting point,” said one of the developers as the team plans next steps.
Grizzlies summer notebook: PJ Hall is in, will Mashack be next?
In adding PJ Hall, the Grizzlies are expressing confidence he will prove to be more capable with more opportunity.
County commission considers putting all school board seats up for reelection in 2026
Commissioners will discuss putting all nine Memphis-Shelby County Schools board seats on the ballot. Some say this amounts to a voter recall of the board.
Ask the Memphian: Did Union Avenue really change lane directions twice a day?
Union Avenue once reversed lane directions twice a day in a bold attempt to reduce traffic congestion. It may have worked for a while, but it became a confusing jumble that contributed to numerous accidents.
Memphis’ conference changes name
The American Athletic Conference, to which the Memphis Tigers belong, is rebranding and making a preferred name change.
What Daily Memphians think*
“I very much hope it’s just a ‘strategic pause’. This project, the Sterick Bldg., and whatever ultimately happens with the 20+ acres of ‘the Walk’ at Union and Danny Thomas are the most consequential projects in the continued revitalization of our Downtown, and the perception of ‘Memphis Moving Forward.’ Let’s keep it Rollin'!” — Mike Todd about Two years into the 100 N. Main project, developers press pause
“I would suggest the council have a bus tour retreat and drive around different parts of the city that are in deplorable condition. Everyone take notes and when the retreat is finished, make decisions what they can do to clean up the city and what priority it would be done. …” — Steve Senteney about Memphis Mayor Paul Young shook up his cabinet. Here’s why.
“We’ll see …” — Jarvis Greer about Memphis makes $200 million proposal to join Big 12, per report
* Select comments upvoted by Daily Memphian readers.
What to Order: Seafood Carbonara at Char
A beloved seafood dish is the star of the menu at this restaurant on the Highland Strip near the University of Memphis.
Sudoku: July 21
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Metro
At six months with Richmond as interim, what’s next for MSCS leadership?
Roderick Richmond is one third of the way through his interim superintendent contract, which expires in July 2026. MSCS board members haven’t discussed how long his role will last.
Premium Public Safety Two heads are better than one for driving down Memphis crime, but perception issues linger
Education Socks that track heart rates? Just one idea from kids at the Code Crew Hackathon.
Premium Metro Commission races shaping up. Mayoral hopefuls’ campaign filings. Memphis loses desegregation leader.
Public Safety DOJ: Eight alleged Memphis gang members indicted
Business
When it’s time to move, this Memphian helps people relocate ‘with peace in the process’
“If we can use ‘home’ as a verb, I think that’s what we do. We home people; we get people home,” Annestasis owner Stacey Saed said.
Premium Food News Good Fortune’s owners plan to open pizza joint
Premium Real Estate June home sales strong, but year-to-date sales lag
Transportation & Logistics FedEx executive vice president to step down
North Mississippi XAI exec addresses jobs, controversy, skepticism and Elon Musk
Sports
Basketball legend Larry Kenon reflects on time with the Tigers. But he won’t brag on himself.
The former Tiger, who became an NBA star, was honored at the “Tigers on Tour” event in Brentwood before his induction into the Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame.
Memphis Tigers Basketball New Tiger guard Parker charged with assaulting girlfriend
Premium Memphis Tigers Football Former Tiger Calvin Austin III urges kids to pursue dreams besides sports
Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball Martin: There’s only one name that matters for Hardaway’s next hire: Benjamin Franklin.
Sports Assistant basketball coach Nolan Smith leaving University of Memphis
Food
Dirty soda place putting ‘pop’ in Poplar
At Poppz Drinks & Sweets, an old-fashioned soda fountain meets Gen Z.
Premium Food News Food Files: Hattie B’s Hot Chicken coming to Germantown
Sound Bites Sound Bites: Barbecue, breakfast and reopening a beloved Midtown diner
Suburbs
Elon Musk’s xAI buys former power plant in Southaven
The purchase indicates the artificial intelligence company’s continued investment in the MidSouth, which now spans state lines.
Premium Suburbs LaGrone: Houston High funding, Quail Ridge Golf Course controversy
Lakeland Land, the law and pickleball on tap at Lakeland meeting
Arts & Culture
Congress slashes money for Memphis NPR, PBS and WYXR
This comes after both houses of Congress narrowly approved a measure this week that will “claw back” about $9 billion from the budgets for public broadcasting and foreign aid. How Memphis' two Congressmen voted on the $9B federal funding takebackRelated content:
Premium Visual Arts Arts Beat: What is a docent and why does the Brooks Museum need more of them?
Music Recent Memphis college grad releases debut album
Opinion
Calkins: Paul Sax is about to stop teaching tennis. But that’s not all we can learn.
After 42 years of teaching tennis, Paul Sax is retiring. But he still has lessons to teach us about a well-led life.
Opinion Opinion: Bridging generations for community betterment
Podcasts
How Young Avenue Sound hopes to unite musicians
What all is going on at the historic recording studio in Cooper-Young?
Behind The Headlines The Blvd’s $300 million plan just piece of neighborhood’s bigger pie
Games
Sudoku: July 21
Are you ready for it? Here are today’s sudokus.
Games Word Flower: July 19
Neighborhoods
Environmental groups appeal xAI air permit
Environmental groups have appealed the Shelby County Health Department’s decisions to grant Elon Musk’s xAI an air emissions permit for 15 natural gas turbines.