XAI sued because of alleged Clean Air Act violations
The NAACP, represented by the Southern Environmental Law Center, filed a lawsuit against Elon Musk’s xAI.
Man charged with attempting to kidnap mayor enters plea
The man accused of attempting to kidnap Memphis Mayor Paul Young last year has been sentenced and will be released from jail. He also may get to sit-down and talk with the mayor soon.
17-year-old killed in senior skip day shooting at Shelby Farms
A student is dead after a gathering in Shelby Farms Park ended in gunfire.
Big Bad Breakfast to open in Cooper-Young
Big Bad Breakfast is taking over a former restaurant space.
Pitt guard picks Memphis in portal, becomes second commit of day for Tigers
Penny Hardaway is getting busy Tuesday afternoon.
Ready. Set. Vote.
Early voting ahead of the May 5 election day in Shelby County begins Wednesday, April 15, at 26 locations across the county. Here’s everything you need to know about the start of the first election of 2026.
Memphis basketball lands first commitment in Rihards Vavers
Penny Hardaway has landed his first official commitment of the transfer portal season: Washington State sharpshooter Rihards Vavers.
Historic building where Elvis trained in martial arts hits the market
Growlers, a locally owned and operated concert venue, occupies the building at 1911 Poplar Ave.
How Charles Huff is using Memphis spring practices to grow as a coach
Charles Huff never turns down an opportunity to grow as a head coach. It’s why he invited former Texas A&M coach Jimbo Fisher to Monday’s practice.
New FedEx St. Jude Championship leader appointed
The FESJC’s new executive director comes from within.
Morgan Steel seeking tax break for expansion
Morgan Steel is seeking a tax break for expansion, and Richardson Oilseed and Mimeo.com are seeking PILOT amendments at an EDGE meeting Wednesday, April 15.
Memphis Movies This Week: ‘Twin Peaks’ marathon, ‘SNL’ doc ‘Lorne’
Herrington said one movie pick this week is “‘Fargo’ meets ‘John Wick’” with some comedic “Hot Fuzz” in the mix. There’s also an SNL documentary.
TSSAA approves provision to first-time transfer law
The TSSAA provision allows students who already transferred for the first time this school year to be eligible at their new school despite the transfer coming before the new state law that goes into effect on July 1, 2026.
Sudoku: April 14
Are you ready for today’s puzzles?
What Daily Memphians think*
“I really hope Ja turns everything around. I’m an NBA fan and love what he brings when he brings it. But, Ja has worn out his welcome here in Memphis among fair-minded fans.” — Dennis Paden about Calkins: The Grizzlies need some lottery luck. Maybe that will stop people from talking about Ja Morant.
“So how is this consortium going to compete against the other AI consortiums across the globe? Especially that those consortiums have serious money behind them?” — Aaron Prather about U of M, Ole Miss and others team up for new AI consortium
“Educating ALL children is an investment in our future. NOT educating them is punching ourselves in the face. Is it too late to educate the state legislature?” — Ham Smythe about Tennessee House passes voucher expansion plan in tight vote
* Select comments upvoted by Daily Memphian readers.
Daily WordRow: April 14
Are you a Wordle fan? Try WordRow, a similar game. It’s free to play.
Daily Jigsaw: Bang it!
Today’s puzzle is from Bangers Pickleball and was taken by Brandon LaGrone II.
Metro
Harris backs Collins, a win for citizen journalism and Lowery weighs in on LeBron
In this week’s political roundup: Harris backs Collins, Memphis loses a public records case, Lowery weighs in on LeBron, and Green talks medical debt and executive orders.
Premium State Government Ask the Memphian: What is kratom? And is it legal in Tennessee?
Premium Metro Weatherspoon kicks off campaign; sheriff candidates rev up; McGowen on xAI, and Cohen’s ‘looking good’
Premium Spirit of Memphis New Bellevue pastor Ben Mandrell sees Memphis as mission, home
Shelby County More specific plan for new jail and justice center could be on the horizon
Business
‘Not a surprise’ Stryker didn’t renew local office space, experts say
Even though Stryker chose not to renew an office-space lease, experts say the medical-device industry remains strong in Memphis.
Premium Business Why Sesame Street’s marketing leader and a lifelong New Yorker came to Memphis to work for ALSAC
Premium Business Ford revs up investment in West Tennessee communities
Premium Business Townsend says leave was his decision — but Memphis Chamber email suggests otherwise
Premium Business Social media and a salmon club: How Smackers made a name for itself
Sports
Herrington: As Grizzlies begin new build, should Zach Kleiman lead it?
A Memphis Grizzlies rebuild is underway. Some fans think embarking on this rebuild is premature. Some wonder if Zach Kleiman’s the right person to lead it.
Memphis Grizzlies A second lottery pick for the Grizzlies? Here’s what must happen.
Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies lose season finale, lock in draft lottery odds
Player of the Week Vote for the spring sports athlete of the week, Week 5
High School Sports Gallery: Glorious weather enhances Houston Classic
Food
Social media and a salmon club: How Smackers made a name for itself
Smackers has leaned into a celebrity-endorsement strategy that includes Rick Ross, NeNe Leakes and Megan Thee Stallion — but that only works if the food delivers.
Premium Spirit of Memphis City Hall Cheesecake’s mission rests on sweet treats and second chances
Premium Food Front of house: Alexander Babb of SOB East and Amelia Gene’s
Arts & Culture
From a dusty road to musical gold, ‘Soul Man’ David Porter looks back
David Porter recounts his youth in South Memphis and how Stax Records became Soulsville in his upcoming memoir, “Soul Man: Life of a Songwriter,” releasing April 14.
Premium Visual Arts Collierville artist began his career at 74 years old
Spirit of Memphis Chucalissa festival is a reminder ‘this culture, this heritage, is important’
Suburbs
Collierville artist began his career at 74 years old
He did so after being encouraged by his mother’s best friend Jeannine Paul, a then-94-year-old Memphis artist.
Premium Lakeland Cloud control: Where do Shelby County suburbs stand on vaping regulations?
Opinion
Opinion: Resurrection, remembrance and the work ahead
This Sunday as churches fill with songs of resurrection and families gather around tables remembering freedom, may we also remember our unfinished work.
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: A week to celebrate Girls Inc., LeMoyne-Owen and realtors
But the week begins with a public question: How should AI-related property-tax revenue be spent?