“It is time for us to talk about whether our DA has the philosophical beliefs and tenacity to help us solve our crime challenge.”

Tiny crossword, big clues. 

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Eric Gray, who played college football at Tennessee and Oklahoma, scored on runs of 1 and 48 in the Giants’ NFL exhibition win over the Lions.

It’s not Russell Dyer’s first day at Collierville Schools, but Thursday was his first time to welcome students back from summer break as the superintendent of the suburban district.

The new FlyMyAirport function lets travelers search for and book flights, packages and hotels, as well as finding the best deals on airfare. 

Special teams coordinator Chris White feels confident in the Memphis athletes he has at his disposal heading into his second season with the Tigers, especially defensive back Julian Barnett. 

“This affects millions, millions of people in our country. The stakes are high because the ripple is wide,” said one local career adviser. 

Members of BlueCare Tennessee, a subsidiary of BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, can receive deliveries of free fresh fruits and vegetables shipped directly to their doors after they’ve completed preventative health screenings. 

This week, learn about creepy dolls in Elmwood Cemetery, relive your youth at a brewery book fair and dig into the plot at an old drive-in.

Jaren Jackson Jr. went to Japan, Ja Morant is back in the gym and Jake LaRavia is still adding to his card collection. 

These tacos are served with your choice of beef, chicken, pork or veggies, cilantro, pico de gallo and — for a little extra — a side of queso.

As preparation for next week’s FedEx St. Jude Championship nears its conclusion, tournament executive director Joe Tomek is keeping an eye on this week’s tournament in North Carolina.

Police Capt. Brett Logazino detailed two recent incidents when the wrecker service transported vehicles from DeSoto County to Memphis, a move that could hinder criminal investigations. 

Aug. 16 marks 47 years since the death of Elvis Presley. Elvis Week 2024 offers fans from near and far a number of ways to commemorate his legacy.

Can you solve this week’s word search?

In recent years, ingredient costs have been some of the most volatile in history, but chefs can’t change their menu prices daily — or even weekly — to adjust to swings. 

The BlueOval Good Neighbors Coalition led a rally in Mason on Wednesday, Aug. 7., demanding access to the local community center and reiterating their demands for Ford Motor Co. to commit to a community benefits agreement. 

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“Let me just call it out. The money’s at South Hollywood,” said Commissioner Miska Clay Bibbs, in an apparent reference to the school board district offices at 160 S. Hollywood St. 

Schools in Arlington, Bartlett and Lakeland open their doors Thursday, Aug. 8, for the 2024-2025 academic year with new leadership on some campuses.

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Students enrolled in the graduate program will use publicly available video, satellite imagery, social media networks, online databases and other data to add depth to reporting.

Memphis Police Department officers are responsible for 36% of the vehicle crashes in which they are involved, according to data provided by the department.

The DeSoto County city’s Board of Mayor and Aldermen voted Tuesday, Aug. 6, to approve right-of-way dedication for the connector just south of Church Road. 

In some ways, Germantown’s first day of school was just like any other year. But this year also marks 10 years for the municipal school districts.