City task force could address DOJ concerns, the Tigers bounce back in Clemson win and upscale Mexican fare is coming to an old Italian spot.

Also happening this week: The Shelby County Commission takes up a funding proposal for a new Frayser high school.

The last County Commission meeting of 2024 is likely to be a long one. The Monday, Nov. 16, agenda features 89 items including a set of 22 funding resolutions for the Shelby County Sheriff’s Office totaling nearly $18 million — much of it for repairs to the county jail.

Elisabeth “Buffy” Claire Langford’s doctorate of education degree in instruction and curriculum leadership: applied behavior analysis comes after a 23-year academic journey.

Shelby County District Attorney General Steve Mulroy discussed the DOJ’s investigation into MPD, attempts to remove him from office and conditions at the Shelby County Jail on WKNO’s “Behind The Headlines.”

The rules discussed at a Saturday, Dec. 14, retreat at Shelby Farms Park include a budget subcommittee to hash out details of budget amendments.

The girl was taken to Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital but did not survive. No arrests have been made yet, police said.

Aided by more than 130 volunteers, Team Max distributes 6,000 large food baskets to those in need, including 3,000 handed out on a chilly Saturday morning at the Mid-South Food Bank in South Memphis.

Paul Young offered more detail in a Behind The Headlines interview on what’s next for MPD after a scathing federal report into the department’s policies and practices. 

Alderman-elect Nick Robbins will take his oath next week. In the runoff this past Tuesday, there were 2,593 ballots cast.

Hernandez Govan is facing charges of first-degree murder, conspiracy to commit first-degree murder and attempted first-degree murder.

Penny has a plan to pivot, The Liquor Store gets into the Christmas spirit(s) and your kale caesar salad spot is back — and bigger. 

City Silo reopens in East Memphis with a new look and a new location. Plus, a Bartlett bakery has closed its storefront. 

Three aspiring charter groups are interested in opening schools in Memphis and Nashville in 2026 under a new state law aimed at creating options for at-risk youth.

New York-based Christmas pop-up bar Miracle partners with locations around the world to offer Christmas cocktails in cheery holiday-themed settings. Plus, we have tips for making your own holiday cocktails. 

Environmentalists are worried about xAI “energy vampires,” Frayser high funds clear one hurdle and JJJ could be an All-Star.

Rain is in the forecast this weekend, if you have outdoor holiday (or other) plans, prepare accordingly.

Last week, xAI, the startup founded by Elon Musk, announced plans to expand its supercomputer. Now, environmental groups want to know what it will cost Memphis. 

Booking and processing at 201 Poplar is taking days, leaving inmates to live in overcrowded holding cells with little phone access.

The Tigers’ star combo guard competed with students at Madonna Learning Center in shooting contests on mini-hoops, autographed posters and took pictures.

By joining TNTP, Toni Williams strengthens the teacher training organization’s ties to Memphis.

Joshua Zimmerman will not face additional charges related to his failure to appear in court last June, but he remains held without bail following a judge’s ruling this week.

The County Commission votes Monday on shifting the funding for the construction of a new Frayser high school. In committees, County Mayor Lee Harris and some Frayser students pushed to get construction started.

St. Jude has a new CAO, Memphis is one step closer to becoming the “Digital Delta” and we’ve got movie recs for the weekend.

Nick Robbins won Collierville’s runoff Tuesday. He takes his oath of office next week.