Ask the Memphian: Do I have to pay a ticket from a traffic camera?
In this week’s Ask the Memphian, we delve into whether drivers really have to pay speeding tickets issued by traffic cameras.
Tigers coach Penny Hardaway took a personality test, and learned something about himself
Memphis Tigers coach Penny Hardaway spoke with media members as the start of summer workouts approached. Projecting the Tigers’ starting five as they enter summer workoutsRelated content:
The Early Word: School takeover board comes to life, and a law firm is dead
UTHSC looks into racism claim, Holiday City has a new owner and we get a first taste of Josephine Estelle.
Long-vacant Holiday Inn, FedEx campus on Lamar gets new owner
The property was well-maintained for years but started to decline after FedEx left. Weeds have grown around the property, and the air conditioning gave out years ago.
Who’s on the Memphis-Shelby County Schools state takeover board?
Here are short biographies of the appointees to the state takeover board, which will have sweeping powers over Memphis-Shelby County Schools through 2030.
New Eats: Josephine Estelle and Rosie’s Tavern give Germantown a double dining boost
Josephine Estelle is not the place to be watching carbs. It has nine housemade pastas on the menu, ranging from spaghetti with meatballs to agnolotti stuffed with rabbit.
Daily Memphian postseason swimming awards: Athletes from Collierville, Houston made the biggest splashes
Ian Call and twins Eva and Roos Rottink ruled the pool in 2026.
Herrington: My Memphis Grizzlies draft board for all three picks
Chris Herrington ranks different tiers of possible drafts for the Memphis Grizzlies, starting with Cameron Boozer, Darryn Peterson and AJ Dybantsa.
Shelby County suburbs are flush with sewer projects. Could it open the development floodgates?
With acres of land waiting for the necessary sewer amenities, could the wave of new development in northeast Shelby County start underground?
This Memphis teenager’s nonprofit for neurodivergent youth has gone global. And it’s just getting started.
James Jin just graduated from high school, but already, his nonprofit, ArtFlow, is in more than 200 schools and community organizations across 10 countries. Here’s why he started it — and what he’ll do next.
$18 million sheriff’s lawsuit settlement returns to County Commission
The expensive legal settlement grew more complex last week with word that the $18 million would have to be included in future Sheriff’s Office budgets.
Projecting the Tigers’ starting five as they enter summer workouts
Summer workouts are just starting for the Memphis Tigers, but here is an early projection of the starting five.
This Week in Memphis: FedEx Freight goes public; Germantown horse show
Also happening this week: The Shelby County Commission talks about a settlement for the Sheriff’s Office again.
The AM/DM podcast: Giddy-up and ring the bell
Redbirds recap: Close win over Omaha bumps up Memphis to top of league standings
The victory puts Memphis in a first-place tie in the International League standings.
Sudoku: June 1
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Daily WordRow: June 1
Are you a Wordle fan? Try WordRow, a similar game. It’s free to play.
Daily Jigsaw: Harry’s Pizza
Today’s puzzle is the pizza from Harry’s Italian Restaurant in Millington and was taken by Patrick Lantrip.
Metro
Memphis council chair warned her behavior could violate city charter
Memphis City Council Chairwoman Jana Swearengen-Washington has been accused of using her position to benefit her niece, who worked in the city’s IT department.
Premium Spirit of Memphis Memphis mom of eight shows her kids how Love overcomes all
Premium Metro London Lamar opens Congressional bid amid redistricting revamp
Premium Spirit of Memphis Memphis Italian Festival: A place to play bocce, eat pasta and greet family
State Government Democratic leaders hold redistricting town hall: ‘There’s no such thing as a post-racial America’
Business
After 160 years, oldest law firm in Memphis was ‘left with no option’ but closure
Apperson Crump ended its operations at the end of 2025. It leaves behind a legacy not just in the Memphis legal community but the city’s history, attorneys said.
Premium Health Care UTHSC investigating former employees after racism claim involving controversial instructor
Premium Real Estate Inked: Downtown’s The Daily News building has a new owner
Premium Transportation & Logistics AutoZone earnings climb as new mega-hub stores beat sales expectations
Premium Real Estate Food Files: Local Insomniacs get a third Memphis location
Sports
Former Tiger Billy Buford remembered as ‘friendly guy’ on 1972-73 Final Four team
Before embarking on ministry mission and a career working with youths, Billy Buford toiled off the bench for then-Memphis State.
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Hill: It may be ‘zero-sum’ for the league, but it’s bad for the Grizzlies
Memphis Tigers Basketball Fred Smith Jr. to participate in Memphis basketball workouts, his father says
Premium Business In a Memphis market that spits out football franchises, Hound Dogs think they have a product that will work
Memphis Tigers Football Key senators look to break college sports logjam in Congress with bipartisan bill
Food
Pie, oh pie! Longtime Tonica staffer starts new bakery
Bob’s Bakery will focus mainly on sweet and savory pies but will also offer pastries such as brownies, cookies, mini pound cakes and hand pies.
Premium Recipes Recipe Exchange: Brookhaven Pub’s Grill and Grind
Suburbs
Germantown residents relish living near horse show
Some may be annoyed by the sights, sounds and smells that accompany the Germantown Charity Horse Show, but not some of those who live near the festivities.
North Mississippi Hernando High substitute teacher arrested for child pornography
Arts & Culture
Books from Birth looks for ways to double its service
Wynette Jones, program director for Books from Birth, joined Eric Barnes on this week’s episode of “The Sidebar” to talk about Books from Birth.
Premium Performing Arts Arts Beat: Briarcrest alumnus in ‘Beauty & the Beast’ at the Orpheum
Opinion
Opinion: Federal Trade Commission shuts down AI scam
Entrepreneurs and small business owners who bought into Air AI’s programs lost as much as $250,000.
Premium Chris Herrington Herrington: The Grizzlies have a decision to make at No. 3. It might be an easy one.
Podcasts
GOP nominee for county mayor defends state intervention in city and county
John DeBerry, the Republican nominee for Shelby County mayor, talked on “Behind The Headlines” about state intervention in Memphis and Shelby County as well as his hopes for a gradual withdrawal of the Memphis Safe Task Force.
The Sidebar: Eric Barnes on arts, culture & more Books from Birth looks for ways to double its service
Games
Daily Jigsaw: Historic law school
Today’s puzzle is the original ceiling in the U of M Law School and was taken by Patrick Lantrip.