“We are distraught to find ourselves dealing with a needless loss of life due to police brutality, and this time it was one of Memphis’s own.”

 When Kirstin L. Cheers, director of communications for BRIDGES, learned of the release of the Tyre Nichols’ arrest video, she quickly mobilized to try to help.

The Memphis Fire Department confirmed Monday, Jan. 23, that two personnel involved in the “initial patient care” of Tyre Nichols had been relieved of duty pending an internal investigation.

MPD’s Cerelyn “C.J.” Davis talked to The Daily Memphian about why they are releasing the video footage Friday evening, whether the National Guard will be brought in and how she thinks these latest events will affect recruiting. Earlier in the day, she also discussed the fire department’s role in Nichols’ death. 

Virginia-based Jack Brown’s Beer & Burger Joint will open a location that serves specialty burgers and about 100 beers in Midtown this summer.

“Our return to civilization and the miraculous recovery of our internet connection.”

For Celtic Crossing’s annual Burns supper, Chef Reny Alfonso starts by cooking chopped onion in a large pot. As it softens, he adds chicken broth to lamb, then puts it in the pot to lightly brown. Next comes the livers and then the herbs and spices. 

Belz Enterprises plans to convert former office spaces at 119 S. Main St. into 73 apartments. 

Let’s execute on our mission as adults, and we will draw closer to becoming a community that is safe, connected and a place all children can be embraced.

The family of Tyre Nichols, friends, mourners and skateboarders gathered in Tobey Skatepark for a vigil on Jan. 26, 2023. 

Davis scored 25 points to go with 11 assists and seven rebounds to lead his Memphis Tigers (16-5, 6-2 AAC) to a 99-84 win over SMU.

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Box score: Memphis 99, SMU 84 

Voters chose Drew Petro and Jeurnei Wright after their strong performances.

David Grisanti’s in the Sheffield Antiques Mall will close at the end of business on Saturday. Grisanti plans to reopen in a new location within a year.

Medical marijuana sales could begin in DeSoto County by the end of the week.

“Dr. Park brings a wealth of knowledge, deep experience and considerable talent to St. Jude.”

Drew Hill and Chris Herrington discuss the Grizzlies’ four-game losing streak and break down the struggles for Memphis on the wing. 

The Grizzlies wings have struggled offensively during the losing streak, making Danny Green’s return even more intriguing.