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  • Public Safety

    Memphis man charged in shooting that wounded two MPD officers

    Charles Williams II was indicted on two counts each of criminal attempt of second-degree murder, plus other charges, in the March 30 shooting on East Raines Road.

    By Ben Wheeler October 13, 2023
  • Public Safety

    Lawyers argue if state’s ‘stand your ground’ law applies in Morant civil suit

    Morant has claimed immunity from the civil lawsuit under the state’s “stand your ground” law, saying he acted in self-defense during a July 2022 fight. But does the law apply in this case? 

    By Aarron Fleming October 13, 2023
  • Metro

    Photo Gallery: Memphis protest and prayer rally for Palestine

    Palestine supporters take part in a prayer and protest on Friday, Oct. 13, 2023 in Downtown Memphis.

    By Mark Weber October 13, 2023
  • City of Memphis

    Amid stadium negotiations, Young will flip the coin at U of M-Tulane game

    The University of Memphis’ athletic director says the U of M wants to start building a relationship with the mayor-elect.

    By Samuel Hardiman October 13, 2023
  • Arts & Culture

    Mempho producing a new music festival in Tom Lee Park in May

    The group that started the Mempho festival is behind the effort and in recent years has branched out to booking a variety of other music events beyond the festival.

    By Bill Dries October 14, 2023
  • Education

    MSCS presentation shows how facilities overhaul may unfold

    MSCS officials shared the plans on Wednesday during the first meeting of a new steering committee that’s helping the district develop its buildings strategy and generate community support for it.

    By Laura Testino October 13, 2023
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    The Early Word: Music Fest is a no go, and it’s closing time for Doc’s Wine

    U of M wants stadium funds ASAP, a new fine-dining spot is coming to South Main and we tell you where to find dim sum for a small sum.

    By Bianca Phillips October 13, 2023
  • Premium On the Record

    Inside the strategy of a winning mayoral campaign

    The On The Record podcast talks to Daniel Deriso and Grif Gray, who helped guide Mayor-elect Paul Young’s successful campaign. 

    By Samuel Hardiman October 13, 2023
  • Memphis Tigers Football

    U of M athletic director: Delay on stadium could cost millions

    Veatch says a delay could cost the University of Memphis years of revenue.

    By Samuel Hardiman October 12, 2023
  • Music

    Beale Street Music Festival ‘paused,’ barbecue contest moves to Liberty Park

    Memphis in May confirmed in a Thursday, Oct. 12, press release that, at least for next year, the music festival would be “paused” and the barbecue fest would move to Liberty Park.

    By Bill Dries October 12, 2023
  • North Mississippi

    Victim identified in deadly I-55 crash after police chase

    A commercial vehicle driver on Interstate 55 in DeSoto County was killed when a suspect’s vehicle crossed the median killing the commercial driver.

    By Beth Sullivan October 12, 2023
  • Public Safety

    Trial date set for rape case against Cleotha Henderson

    Shelby County Criminal Court Division VII Judge Lee Coffee set the trial date during a Thursday, Oct. 12, report date. 

    By Julia Baker October 12, 2023
  • Public Safety

    Margolin Hebrew Academy shooting suspect waives preliminary hearing

    Joel Bowman’s defense team plans a more thorough mental evaluation. 

    By Ben Wheeler October 12, 2023
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    The Early Word: Young to treat crime like a virus; Tekila replaces Red Hook

    Henderson’s lawyer says he won’t get a fair trial with Memphis jurors, locals gather in solidarity around Israel and details emerge on Mikey Williams’ gun charges.

    By Bianca Phillips October 13, 2023
  • Premium City of Memphis

    New mayor wants pandemic-level response to crime

    Memphis mayor-elect Paul Young answers questions from The Daily Memphian about his campaign, staffing plans, stadium funding and other issues. 

    By Samuel Hardiman October 13, 2023
  • Metro

    Hundreds gather in solidarity in wake of attacks in Israel

    Hundreds of Memphians — including Memphis Mayor Jim Strickland and Mayor-elect Paul Young — gathered Wednesday at the Jewish Community Center in the wake of Saturday’s invasion of Israel by Hamas militants from the Gaza Strip.

    By The Daily Memphian Staff October 13, 2023
  • Memphis Tigers Basketball

    New details emerge about Tigers signee Mikey Williams’ gun charges case

    For the first time, more information has been revealed about the alleged incident that led to Mikey Williams’ April 13 arrest.

    By Parth Upadhyaya October 11, 2023
  • Public Safety

    Phil Trenary trial delayed again

    The trial for one of the suspects, McKinney Wright, was scheduled to begin Oct. 23, but it has been pushed back to Dec. 4.

    By Julia Baker October 11, 2023
  • South Memphis

    TVA considers adding new gas-powered turbines at Allen plant

    The federally owned utility is exploring an idea to install six new aeroderivative combustion turbine units in southwest Memphis. 

    By Keely Brewer October 11, 2023
  • Public Safety

    Cleotha Henderson’s lawyer seeks Nashville jurors for upcoming trial

    Citing extensive media coverage, the lawyer for the man accused of killing Eliza Fletcher would like to use jurors from outside of Shelby County for the upcoming trials. 

    By Aarron Fleming October 11, 2023
  • Metro

    Janet Hooks dies at 70

    Hooks served on the Memphis City Council for 14 years, ran the Memphis Parks Department under Memphis Mayor A C Wharton and was recently named special adviser to the troubled office of the Shelby County Clerk. 

    By Samuel Hardiman October 11, 2023
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    The Early Word: Stadium cash goes into the bank, and X is banking on 3s

    Brooks Museum gets a new name, Taco Cat is opening a brick-and-mortar and a Memphis family will feud today. 

    By Bianca Phillips October 11, 2023
  • Premium City of Memphis

    Analysis: What’s next for MLGW’s power-generating investments

    MLGW president and CEO Doug McGowen’s plan, if approved, could help address Memphis’ present and future power needs.

    By Samuel Hardiman October 11, 2023
  • City of Memphis

    Services for Tim Shelton will be Saturday at Bellevue Baptist Church

    The church has set up a fund to benefit the family as well.

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    Athlete, minister Tim Shelton gave his all, including in Ironman 70.3

    By Jane Roberts October 11, 2023
  • City of Memphis

    Memphis City Council introduces new referendums for 2024 election

    At the first city council meeting since the Oct. 5 Memphis elections, council members advanced two ballot questions for 2024 that could change future city elections if approved by voters.

    By Bill Dries October 10, 2023

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