Opponents of an “occupation” by National Guard troops in the city and Republicans backing the arrival of the Guard both rallied to their cause Thursday in the city. See The Daily Memphian’s full coverage of the Memphis Safe Task Force
Despite controlling the ball and outshooting the Blazers 16-3, Memphis struggled to capitalize on UAB’s stifling defense.
Larry Johnson capped a 75-yard drive with a 13-yard touchdown run to keep Germantown remained undefeated ... with 29 seconds left.
Memphis Mayor Paul Young said the National Guard will not be doing any detainment.
Brandon Clarke got the best birthday present on Thursday — a group hug.
Michele Dial plans to pursue a seat on the Shelby County Board of Commissioners next year, a seat held by Mick Wright, who is term-limited.
Les Smith worked at four Memphis television stations. ‘He is truly one of the city’s great journalists.’
However, FedEx Freight segment operating results fell.
This week, old movies return to the big screen, a plant pop-up pops up at another pop-up and two Downtown hotels host DJ events.
A warning: The amount of garlic in these noodles is not for the faint-hearted. But if you’ve watched a certain vampire movie recently, you may be more than grateful.
Hudson Tucker was recognized for his effort in an impressive road win against Nashville Father Ryan on Sept. 12.
Senior receiver Anden Quinn shines against the big dogs while combining with quarterback Brett Godwin in the area’s highest-flying passing attack.
Here are this week’s high school football statistical leaders for TSSAA teams in the Daily Memphian coverage area.
Walker and Ann Uhlhorn had a love that endured for 65 years, even though he often found himself making the bed because she beat him — again — on the golf course.
A new local soccer team will kick off in 2026.
The Redbirds offense scores 10 runs while starting pitcher Curtis Taylor earns 10th victory.
“When President Donald Trump announced Monday, Sept. 15, federal troops will now be deployed to the streets of Memphis, the cheerleading by Tennessee’s top three elected officials ... seemed much more concerned with revealing no trace of daylight between themselves and Trump.”
MahJ Squad 901 started meeting for weekly games years ago, making every fourth meeting a luncheon that started by checking out one of Biggs’ recommendations.
Last month, Collierville changed its beer laws for the first time in more than 40 years. Now two more liquor stores are seeking the town’s approval.
Jeremiah Jordan grew up with dreams of playing high-level football in his hometown. Last year, he played NCAA Division II football; this week, he’ll start for the Tigers on the biggest stage of his career.
“The picture clearly shows the most important feature of Main Street. Make it happen.” — Mark Mitchell about Main Street will soon get new banners
“… The city at this point can’t handle the crime and it is getting worse. … If the federal government wants to help, welcome them with open arms.” — John Guinozzo about ‘I don’t want to see a tank in my neighborhood’ — County Commission debates Guard deployment
“He was a fine man and they were a cute couple.” — John Graves about Businessman, entrepreneur Walker Uhlhorn dies at 88
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“Suggesting that school choice programs drain public schools is misleading and distracts from the real conversation we should be having — how do we give every child in Tennessee access to a high-quality education, regardless of ZIP code, income or circumstance?”
“By failing to address the underlying problems that put so many people to jail in the first place, Shelby County will be doomed to revisit these problems again and again.”
Coffee and pastries will mix with potential cat adoptions in a novel new business slated to open in Southaven later this year.
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Today’s jigsaw puzzle features a photo of a viral streamer’s trip to Memphis.
The city argues that there’s nothing in its charter that gives city employees the right to collectively bargain as a union.
Also, mother and son lease space at Regalia Shopping Center, and six multifamily complexes were sold in a foreclosure auction.
When receiver Cortez Braham Jr. was deciding on which school to transfer to, Brendon Lewis’ pitch was simple: Choose the team with the quarterback you already know.
The Chick-fil-A, which opened in 2009, closed on May 29 for renovations of the 4,400-square-foot building at 1980 Union Ave.
A former Horn Lake alderman says the current administration could have done more to lower the millage rate to help property owners. Mayor Jimmy Stokes said they did what was necessary.
While the 2025-26 season is a pilot there is opportunity for it to grow as the suburb has added emphasis to expanding its arts offerings.
For almost exactly 60 years, SEC teams have been traveling to the Liberty Bowl to play Memphis in football. Saturday might be the beginning of the end.
In the wake of Tyré Nichols’ death, the Memphis Police Department decided it had an absence of supervision in the field, and set out to fix that problem by creating a new position — the second lieutenant. But that solution caused a string of other problems.