“The Grifters’ partnership between guitars and bass created something that was oftentimes achingly beautiful or, occasionally, weird and terrifying.”

Good news, Grizzlies fans. Ja Morant returned to the lineup Saturday. And the Grizzlies celebrated by smashing the Pelicans. 

April 9, 2022: The Memphis Grizzlies defeat the New Orleans Pelicans at FedExForum.

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Ja Morant had 21 points, nine assists and a block as the Grizzlies shook off a two-game skid and crushed the Pelicans. 

The Central High junior sets two individual meet records and gets a third as part of 400 relay. 

It’s all about people this week. We have four photos featuring faces that we think capture Memphis pretty well. Food, FedEx, history and sports.

From July 2020 to June 2021, 96,000 people reported an Amazon scam to the FTC. Only a small percentage of people report scams, so the actual numbers are much higher.

With approval of special taxes by the Mississippi State Legislature, DeSoto County cities are studying how to use the money, most planning to steer the funds to parks and recreation.

The $60 million Memphis Allies gun violence initiative is new turf for Youth Villages, which historically hasn’t worked with teens and young adults accused of violent crimes. 

This moussaka from Jim’s Place Grille is a great family meal and could even find a place on your Easter table.

The Memphis-born photographer uses his art to connect with people but also to spark a conversation he said is bigger than just him. 

The bill would require the Megasite Authority of West Tennessee to submit a report detailing the name and location of each business or third-party entity contracted to perform construction work at the site.

Plans were submitted to convert the landmark at 1914 Poplar Ave. into market-rate apartments. An additional request to place the site on the National Register of Historic Places was also submitted. 

The Grizzlies, coming off two straight losses, including a blowout against the Nuggets, could see Morant on the court this weekend.

The Greater Memphis Chamber will be moving its Downtown office from the Falls Building to the Tower at Peabody Place. 

As part of the NBA’s anniversary legacy program, the Grizzlies brought a new dance studio and outdoor basketball court to the school.

State Sen. London Lamar will host a Gun Violence Prevention Town Hall Saturday, April 9, to discuss ways to reduce gun violence as well as community-based solutions.

Chef Tamra Patterson wins “Chopped,” a Memphian releases her first novel and Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson shows Memphis some love. 

The Grizzlies, who just dropped two on the road, are encouraged after Ja Morant’s 5-on-5 practice.

“Democrat or Republican, there is no justification, no possible excuse, for what the puppet governor and the Tennessee General Assembly jerking his strings are doing to the children of our state and to our future.”

Nikola Jokic was bloodied in the first quarter, but he returned with a headband and picked apart the Grizzlies defense the rest of the game. 

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Box score: Nuggets 122, Grizzlies 109

Early goal sets the tone as Chattanooga FC advances. Memphis doesn’t.

Amber Colbert, a police services employee, was arrested Wednesday, April 6, for attempting to obtain a loan through fraudulent means.

Joey Caruso was an integral part of Dragons’ wins in tournament.

Billy Orgel decided not to file the petition for re-election he pulledin February. That left Amber Huett-Garcia as the only candidate in the race and effectively elected to the District 6 MSCS board seat at the Thursday filing deadline. There were other surprises at the deadline in other races.