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    At Dogchella, it’s all about love for our four-legged friends

    Dozens gathered at Grind City Brewing on Saturday to celebrate all things canine as part of the annual Dogchella event. Local dog celebrities Sir Meatball and Milkshake lent their star power to the event.

    By Jody Callahan March 29, 2025
  • Behind The Headlines

    The state of the Memphis dining scene

    The owner of Biscuits & Jams, the owner of Cameo and Mary’s BOTE and the former owner of Edge Alley discuss the struggles, successes and realities of the industry this week on the WKNO-TV’s “Behind The Headlines.”

    By The Daily Memphian Staff April 04, 2025
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    Joe Murphy returns as acting U.S. Attorney for Western District of Tennessee

    President Donald Trump announced Murphy will replace Reagan Fondren in the post, according to U.S. Sen. Marsha Blackburn of Tennessee. Fondren was fired Thursday in a one-line email from not only the interim position but also as a Justice Department employee.

    By Bill Dries March 28, 2025
  • State Government

    Tennessee commissioner wants to ‘depoliticize’ public health policy

    Dr. Ralph Alvarado, commissioner of the Tennessee Department of Health, touched on everything from vaccines to fluoride to health disparities during a presentation at the University of Memphis on Friday, March 28.

    By Aisling Mäki April 01, 2025
  • Health Care

    Shelby County Health Department confirms case of travel-related West Nile virus

    Although the resident contracted West Nile virus after they traveled to a region where its endemic, the case serves as a reminder to all residents to protect themselves against mosquito bites with the weather heating up. 

    By Aisling Mäki March 28, 2025
  • State Government

    Taylor changing strategy to oust Mulroy

    State Sen. Brent Taylor, R-Eads, and Senate leaders are asking the Tennessee Supreme Court to appoint a panel outside the legislature to investigate Shelby County District Attorney General Steve Mulroy. 

    By Bill Dries March 28, 2025
  • Public Safety

    Jury in Tyre Nichols murder trial will come from outside Memphis

    A jury of up to 16 members will be brought in from out of town to hear the state case against three former Memphis police officers charged in the death of Tyre Nichols, a judge ruled.

    By Jody Callahan March 29, 2025
  • City of Memphis

    MATA fires embattled former interim CEO

    MATA’s Bacarra Mauldin has been fired, three weeks after she was placed on administrative leave following the discovery of questionable charges on her company credit card.

    By Jody Callahan March 28, 2025
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    The Early Word: Measles is here, and the Malco Drive-in can be yours

    Trump could let xAI off the hook for air pollution, the state takeover bill could snare other school districts and JoJo’s has a latte more space. 

    By Bianca Phillips March 28, 2025
  • Premium Education

    Other school districts could be snared in state’s MSCS takeover plans

    The Senate proposal would expand Tennessee’s voucher program to some rural and poor school districts, whether state officials believe other takeover measures are necessary or not.

    By Laura Testino March 28, 2025
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    Trump could exempt xAI from air-emissions permit

    President Donald Trump could potentially exempt a large portion of heavy industry from emissions standards. Here’s what that could mean for xAI in Memphis. 

    By Samuel Hardiman March 28, 2025
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    Germantown teachers will be getting bonuses

    The state-funded bonuses were part of the controversial school-voucher legislation.

    By Abigail Warren March 28, 2025
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    Civil Rights Museum opens its ‘most ambitious’ exhibition yet

    “Without Bayard Rustin, there is no ‘I Have a Dream’ at the Lincoln Memorial on Aug. 28, 1963.”

    By Elle Perry April 01, 2025
  • Update Health Care

    Health department activates emergency plans after measles case confirmed

    “Knowing where the case is and what population they are in ... that will really shape what we do over the next several days.”

    Related story: 

    What to make of measles: The situation in Shelby County

    By Jane Roberts March 31, 2025
  • State Government

    School districts could deny enrollment to immigrant children if bill passes

    The bill passed narrowly in an 11-7 vote, with three Republicans, including Memphis Republican Mark White voting against it alongside all four of the committee’s Democrats.

    By Benjamin Smith March 27, 2025
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    The Early Word: Are you safe from measles? Plus, school takeover news

    Young says he doesn’t want to raise taxes, police search for a Downtown shooting suspect and a Midtown outdoor bar is closed for good.

    By Bianca Phillips March 27, 2025
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    Funds for Germantown sports complex absent from governor’s budget

    When Gov. Bill Lee’s budget amendment was released Tuesday, $10 million for Germantown’s desired sports complex was not included.

    By Abigail Warren March 27, 2025
  • Public Safety

    New U of M report studies bail in Shelby County

    Bail amounts in Shelby County increased following the passage of a recent state law aimed at peeling back local bail reform efforts.

    By Aarron Fleming March 27, 2025
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    What to make of measles: The situation in Shelby County

    Tennessee’s herd immunity is high, but most physicians practicing now have never treated a case of measles. And adults, especially those between 40 and 68 years of age, might want another dose of the vaccine. 

    By Jane Roberts March 31, 2025
  • East Memphis

    Young hopes to dodge tax hike as budget looms

    Memphis Mayor Paul Young also heard more concerns about xAI at the One Memphis forum Wednesday, but promised to devote its tax revenue to specific public projects in Southwest Memphis.

    By Bill Dries March 27, 2025
  • State Government

    Tempers flare between Pearson, Farmer during House committee hearing

    A discussion about gun laws lead to Rep. Justin J. Pearson, confronting fellow Rep. Andrew Farmer during a House subcommittee Wednesday, March 26, temporarily suspending the session. 

    By Benjamin Smith March 28, 2025
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    MSCS takeover bill would give power to Shelby County leaders

    Eads Republican state Sen. Brent Taylor brought the proposal, which targets Memphis by taking aim at Tennessee school districts with high concentrations of poverty.

    By Laura Testino March 27, 2025
  • Education

    State Comptroller set to pay $3 million for MSCS audit

    The money to hire and pay an accounting firm to conduct the audit is part of Gov. Bill Lee’s amended budget proposal.

    By Bill Dries March 26, 2025
  • Public Safety

    Police looking for suspect in double shooting that killed Memphis rapper

    Memphis police have issued an arrest warrant for a 21-year-old in connection with a double shooting in Downtown Memphis that left Memphis rapper Sayso P dead.

    By Jody Callahan March 27, 2025
  • Shelby County

    Air conditioning not working at 201 Poplar

    The HVAC issues have affected both the jail and the courthouse, according to statements from local officials.

    By Aarron Fleming March 26, 2025

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