Former death row inmate Pervis Payne may be eligible for parole in five years after a judge ruled on his sentencing. 

Spanning 170 acres, The Legacy at Colonial would bring resort-style living to Cordova, something that has been attempted in the past. 

After no elections in 2021, Shelby County voters go to the polls three times this year in a series of elections with almost 200 races total and many more candidates in those races. Here is an overview of what’s ahead for voters.

Two years ago, the Shelby County District Attorney’s Office assigned three prosecutors to work directly at area police precincts, in hopes of streamlining the criminal justice system and to keep from charging people for crimes if there’s not enough evidence to establish probable cause.

There are obvious differences, and more people nationally are cognizant of Elvis than Ja, but they are united in charisma, flair and family.

The numbers might not be in Jackson’s favor, but the hope is those picking the reserves will see beyond stats.

The Memphis Area Association of Realtors (MAAR) annual Make-A-Wish Golf Tournament is the single-largest external fundraising event for Make-A-Wish Mid-South, exceeding $500,000 in the event’s 11-year history. 

Viking Cruises will begin traversing the Mississippi River in June, joining two other cruise lines docking in Memphis. The city plans a $62 million Waterfront District to meet the demand.

“I believe the new Ford plant is definitely going to put some pressure on (Shelby County’s) eastern suburbs,” said Donald Anthony, who replaces Richard Donovan.

Although the site plan did not violate any rules or codes, Board of Adjustment members were sympathetic to neighbors’ concerns, noting the development was “wrong” and they themselves would not want to live next to the synagogue.

Almost 82 years after the last documented lynching in Tennessee, a Republican and a Democrat want to commemorate all 154 victims statewide with Community Remembrance Project.

Jan. 29, 2022: The Grizzlies defeat the Washington Wizards at FedExForum.

It wouldn’t have been possible without Desmond Bane’s block, but Ja Morant’s windmill dunk will add to his already spectacular résumé of highlight plays. 

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Box score: Grizzlies 115, Wizards 95

We have a foursome of fine photos this week, and all were taken by The Daily Memphian photog Patrick Lantrip. Check ’em out and let us know which is the best one.

There are now five potential contenders in the Democratic primary for Shelby County mayor with about three weeks to the filing deadline to get on the ballot. Here’s a rundown of the latest filings and a few other campaign notes.

Violent crime was up 2% in Memphis last year as homicides hit a record 346, an increase of 14 over the 2020, which had also set a record for slayings.

The Brothers hang onto their perfect record. Plus Tyler Byrd’s amazing night for Tipton-Rosemark, and more.

Ja Morant celebrated his new All-Star status in the only way he knew how. He put together a 30-point triple-double as the Grizzlies beat Mike Conley and the Utah Jazz.

Newly anointed All-Star Ja Morant added 10 rebounds and 10 assists in the win over the short-handed Jazz. 

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Box score: Grizzlies 119, Jazz 109

The Foundation is preparing for “the biggest May we have ever hosted” with both the International Blues Challenge and Blues Music Awards being held during the same week this year.

Quinones’ mental approach helped him overcome a rough start against ECU.

Cedric Henderson, former coach of Collierville Schools, responded to allegations feeling some families were out to slander him for their own benefit.

The Tennessee Valley Authority has to turn over material about the 20-year contract agreement it wants Memphis Light, Gas and Water Division and all the other local utilities in its system to sign.

Lakeland officials discuss the importance of an overall parks plan to draw retailers and others to the suburb.