The plan being discussed includes FedEx guaranteeing a set amount of cargo. 

A delayed grant for Tom Lee Park’s redesign, the Beale Street Landing dock expansion and a pool of money cobbled together years ago to jumpstart a renovation of Mud Island led to a City Council showdown.

At least 11 judges have been referred for removal dating back to the 1800s for a variety of offenses, from aiding in a duel to writing a letter to Hustler magazine on official stationery.

Rose Lubin lost her life, at age 20, defending the homeland in Israel as a member of the border police. It was long enough to leave a legacy. 

“Shouldn’t a politician’s compensation be based on how well they do in their job while serving in office — or would that result in too many elective office holders getting cuts in salary?”

The Tigers have a chance to pick up their third win in three days and undoubtedly put the college basketball world on notice.

“He’s definitely one of the best players to come through the university, for sure,” Tigers coach Penny Hardaway said of David Jones after Jones’ 36-point performance against No. 20 Arkansas on Thursday.

Coaches from both sides shared their thoughts on the historic rivalry between Memphis and Arkansas after the Tigers’ win over the Razorbacks on Thursday night. 

David Jones finished with 36 points on 10-14 shooting (4-8 from 3) to go with four rebounds and two assists to help the Tigers defeat the 20th-ranked Razorbacks in the semifinals of the Battle 4 Atlantis.

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Box score: Memphis 84, Arkansas 79

“We’re burning some calories before we replace them at Thanksgiving,” one runner said ahead of the 4-mile race.

The NBA approved the hardship roster spots after Memphis had five injured players ruled out over the next two-plus weeks, ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski reported and The Daily Memphian confirmed.

It’s college basketball “Feast Week,” which means NBA scouts will be spread all over the country digesting Thanksgiving Week hoops. 

Whether it's the Military Bowl, Fenway Bowl or even the AutoZone Liberty Bowl, the Tigers could face their first postseason Power 5 opponent since 2019. 

By eliminating driver’s-license requirements on many applications, Shelby County government provides fair opportunities to job applicants.

A city that was already beleaguered by crime is wondering if there is any solution to the violence.

Moderation, especially around the holidays, is crucial for people with diabetes and prediabetes, says a UTHSC’s Dr. Samuel Dagogo-Jack. 

Memphis and Arkansas will renew an old rivalry in the Bahamas. The last time the two teams met was in January 2003.

Ex-Grizzly Dillon Brooks wasn’t a factor offensively, but the Grizzlies struggled to score and suffered a blowout loss to the Rockets anyway. 

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WYXR’s Raised By Sound Fest — a festival and fundraiser combining free shows and a ticketed show and after party — is Dec. 2 from 1 p.m. to 11 p.m. at Crosstown.

The Tigers saw the Wolverines cut what was once 16-point lead down to one, but ended up gutting out a victory anyway. It was in large part thanks to Hardaway’s 17 points and 5-7 shooting from deep.

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Box score: Memphis 71, Michigan 67

A three-judge panel ruled that the state Senate map is unconstitutional because the districts in Nashville are not consecutively numbered. The state House map will remain unchanged, and the redrawn Senate map is unlikely to change the body’s partisan or racial composition.

Some City Council members say crime data spotlighting those arrested several times could help Memphians better assess their risks. Others say the lack of data isn’t what’s driving fear of crime in the city.

“When they have trauma, they’re going to bring the trauma to the streets,” said Damon Curry Morris, who’s leading a group of local activists in drafting a plan to address youth violence.

Millington wants the Shelby County Clerk to pay for use of the building owned by the suburb. However, after 18 months, no agreement has been met.

The producers planning a May music festival in Tom Lee Park announced they are planning a barbecue contest there the same month — and at the same time as Memphis in May’s barbecue contest at Liberty Park.