TBI can now bypass Shelby County DA in some Memphis investigations
A bill passed by the state legislature will create an eight-member board to oversee Tennessee Bureau of Investigation operations in Memphis.
Downtown hotel-Airbnb hybrid won’t be your average one-trick pony
Giddy up, Memphis. The Stallion, which blends the hotel and Airbnb experience, will open in a former apartment complex in Downtown Memphis.
The Early Word: Memphis could get flipped, and TBI gets more power
Protesters block xAI, and you can buy a recording studio and a record store with everything in it.
A decade after Jerry Gibson’s murder, River Records is for sale — along with everything inside it
After beloved, though gruff, businessman Jerry Gibson was murdered in his record store, his family sealed the place shut, leaving his hundreds of thousands of collectibles untouched for 10 years. Until now.
Young Avenue Sound studio hits market
Local rap legends Yo Gotti and 8Ball & MJG have recorded at Young Avenue Sound, and now the property is for sale.
Ask the Memphian: Why doesn’t Memphis land as many big movie productions as it used to?
A few decades ago, stars like Tom Cruise, Matt Damon and Reese Witherspoon were shooting movies in Memphis. Longtime local film commissioner Linn Sitler discusses what’s changed and why there’s hope for the future.
Missed early voting? Election Day awaits
Here’s everything you need to know about voting in Shelby County on the May 5 election day and a look at what is at stake in this election along with some trends in voter turnout.
Ahead of special session, Democrats want G.A. Hardaway’s vacant seat filled
The House Democratic Caucus chair is calling for the late G.A. Hardaway’s seat in the Tennessee House of Representatives to be filled before the special session on Tuesday.
How $300M in state funding for UTHSC will become ‘a beacon of hope’ for regional healthcare
The state invested more than $300 million for UTHSC. Here’s how it will help bring in “top-notch students” and address the critical nursing and physician shortage in Tennessee.
This Week in Memphis: Election Day and special session on redistricting
Also happening this week: It’s Memphis Art & Fashion Week, and Germantown wants residents to help plan for its future.
Redbirds Recap: Memphis drops Sunday series finale against Indianapolis
Redbirds rope three home runs for second straight game in the loss.
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Daily Jigsaw: Vodka penne
Today’s puzzle is of the Penne alla vodka at Bardog Tavern and was taken by Patrick Lantrip.
Metro
Special session bid to ‘Flip Memphis’ becomes tip of political iceberg
The political roundup connects the dots on the call to redraw U.S. House district lines ahead of August Congressional primaries to the broader call by Republicans for more state control of the city.
Premium State Government Tennessee Legislature passes two bills aimed at DA Mulroy
Education County Commission to meet on funding for MSCS lawsuit against takeover
2026 elections Elections Lee greenlights special session for redistricting next week
2026 elections Elections Early-voter turnout spikes in last days
Business
Spirit Airlines shutting down immediately. How will it impact Memphis?
Financially troubled Spirit Airlines is going out of business, effective immediately. What does that mean for Memphis International Airport?
Premium Real Estate Lausanne expanding campus in its centennial year
Premium Business Ted Townsend out as Chamber president
Premium Business Memphis-based event agency acquired by private equity firm
Premium Real Estate Collierville sues over unfinished hotel near Carriage Crossing
Sports
Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium could have new managing firm
As its contract ends with current managing firm Oak View Group, more changes could be coming to Liberty Stadium besides its $220-plus million makeover.
Memphis Tigers Basketball Kansas State’s strength and conditioning coach joining Tigers staff
Premium Sports He hit a 500-foot home run at 13. A decade later, St. Louis may get Blaze Jordan’s best self.
Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball Viral sensation Luke Almodovar brings high-flying talent to Memphis
Premium Sports Buckley: Kyle Petty on Memphis racing, Elvis, barbecue and more
Food
Food Files: Flame Ramen is back Downtown, paired with coffee and tea
It’s all openings this week with TacoNGanas, Bloom Bakery & Cafe, Playa Bowls and Brain Food Memphis.
Premium Food Cordova dumpling restaurant has roots in icy Northern China
Premium Food U of M research is fighting the pit-falls of peach production
Suburbs
Bailey: Round one of the race for a full-time mayor in Germantown is complete
Now that early voting is complete, campaigners have one more shot on Tuesday’s Election Day to sway Germantown residents on whether the mayor should transition to a full-time job.
Premium Real Estate Collierville sues over unfinished hotel near Carriage Crossing
2026 Elections Elections Germantown has low voter turnout despite mayoral referendum
Arts & Culture
Is meeting people in real life back?
Google search queries about meeting people and “how to make friends” are at all-time highs this year. A few Memphians have ideas on how to make it happen.
Premium Arts & Culture ‘An alternate Memphis’: Baron Von Opperbean opens the multiverse at Mud Island
Music Photo Gallery: Salt-N-Pepa, Red Clay Strays and more light up the stage for Riverbeat’s return
Opinion
Opinion: Diversity matters in almost everything we do
“Diversity in all its forms isn’t a problem to solve; rather, it’s a strength to embrace.”
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Podcasts
Congressional redistricting joins busy political horizon
A landmark Supreme Court ruling has put the boundaries for Tennessee’s nine congressional districts in play, especially the Memphis-centric district now represented by Democratic U.S. Rep. Steve Cohen.
Grizzlies Podcast Grizzlies Podcast: NBA Draft guard prospects
Games
Daily WordRow: May 3
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