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  • Elections

    Cohen praises impeachment managers; Republican Senate primary field takes shape

    2020 Campaign Round Up: Bill Hagerty has the president’s backing while Dr. Manny Sethi says Hagerty is a “Washington insider.” 

    By Bill Dries January 16, 2020
  • Education

    600 more SCS students qualify for gifted program after universal screening

    Across Shelby County Schools district, 600 more students in kindergarten through second grade are starting in the district’s gifted education program, known as CLUE, which stands for Creative Learning in a Unique Environment. Another 600 older students are waiting for additional state testing to see if they qualify.

    By Laura Faith Kebede January 15, 2020
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    Avron Fogelman donates historic King speech to U of M

    The document is displayed in the Ned R. McWherter Library.

    By The Daily Memphian Staff January 15, 2020
  • Metro

    Community Foundation grants $210,041 to local nonprofits

    Each of the grantees must raise a dollar-for-dollar match for the funds. 

    By Elle Perry January 15, 2020
  • Metro

    Graceland to host ‘General Hospital’ fan celebration

    Actors will share memories from the show, answer questions and sign autographs during the event. 

    By Elle Perry January 15, 2020
  • Public Safety

    No trial date set for man accused of killing Lorenzen Wright

    Billy Ray Turner is charged with first-degree murder in the July 2010 death of the U of M and NBA basketball player. The case was reset for Feb. 11.

    By Yolanda Jones January 15, 2020
  • The Early Word

    The Early Word: Eggleston, Overton, and a cease-fire for FedEx and Amazon?

    Today is Wednesday, Jan. 15, and we'll see the EDGE board vote on PILOTs for UPS and Blues City Brewery. Plus, big men and another win for the Grizz and Germantown's mayor takes up the call. 

    By Mary Cashiola January 15, 2020
  • Spirit of Memphis

    Champion for suffrage monument never misses beat, chance to vote

    The story of Memphis’ role in Tennessee ratifying the 19th Amendment has become the story of the Memphis woman who has worked tirelessly to make sure people know how that victory was won.

    By Jane Roberts January 15, 2020
  • State Government

    Senate passes Rose legislation letting adoption agencies reject same-sex couples

    State Sen. Paul Rose pushed legislation through the Senate Tuesday allowing state-licensed adoption agencies to turn down same-sex couples they consider in conflict with their religious beliefs.

    By Sam Stockard January 14, 2020
  • Metro

    Germantown mayor launches cellular service task force

    Germantown wants a task force to examine the issues that cause poor cell service in the suburb.

    By Abigail Warren January 14, 2020
  • State Government

    Former Speaker Casada considers run for caucus post

    Less than half a year after resigning his House Speaker post amid scandal, state Rep. Glen Casada is considering running for a House Republican Caucus leadership position that lines up votes and helps members run for re-election.

    By Sam Stockard January 14, 2020
  • Metro

    Adolescent girls’ psychologist, author to speak at Hutchison School

    Dr. Lisa Damour, a best-selling author, psychologist and leading expert and researcher on girls’ behavior, will speak at Hutchison School on Jan. 23.

    By The Daily Memphian Staff January 14, 2020
  • Metro

    Seven U of M online programs rank nationally in U.S. News Report list

    Seven programs are nationally ranked; six rank No. 1 in Tennessee. 

    By The Daily Memphian Staff January 14, 2020
  • The Early Word

    The Early Word: Four nonstop flights on the way; bus fare delayed

    It’s Tuesday, Jan. 14, and we've got the state legislature reconvening, the Grizz grizzing, the dachshunds dashing and the airport announcing four new, nonstop destinations. 

    By Mary Cashiola January 14, 2020
  • City of Memphis

    Pitch for city pension money in co-investment fund hits barrier in search for capital

    The $10 million sought over several years by Epicenter didn't have enough support on the city council despite a guaranteed return. The pitch is part of a "movement" to encourage more sources of local capital for made-in-Memphis ventures. But the use of pension money hit a barrier with many on the council.

    By Bill Dries January 14, 2020
  • Health Care

    Magnotti approaches profession as trauma surgeon his own way

    Dr. Lou Magnotti sees patients in the busy, often unpredictable Elvis Presley Trauma Center at Regional One Health with his “collection.”

    By Toni Lepeska January 14, 2020
  • Shelby County

    Wheel tax increase for MATA goes back to county committee for more study

    A proposed $20 wheel tax increase for MATA funding wasn't voted on Monday by the Shelby County Commission, which will revisit the resolution next week in committee.

    By Linda A. Moore January 13, 2020
  • Premium State Government

    Department of Correction survives scathing audit despite proof it misclassified deaths

    The Tennessee Department of Correction received a four-year extension Monday despite accusations of corruption and a harsh audit showing it misclassified homicides.

    By Sam Stockard January 14, 2020
  • Metro

    Subpoena issued to Germantown Alderman Dean Massey

    Germantown Alderman Dean Massey has been subpoenaed to give a deposition in a lawsuit against the city over rezoning of the Cordova Triangle area.

    By Abigail Warren January 13, 2020
  • Education

    Students step up for shoe design contest

    Three-day competition will give participants a look inside the design industry while learning about teamwork and giving to charitable causes.

    By Christin Yates January 14, 2020
  • City of Memphis

    MLGW: Extra crews, planning minimized storm’s wallop

    The utility expected all power to be restored to customers by midnight Monday. Presidents Island had the most sustained damage, with numerous power poles broken or uprooted by straight-line winds.

    By Bill Dries January 13, 2020
  • Education

    Five education issues to watch as state legislators convene this week

    Likely to lead the 2020 agenda will be proposals to improve students’ reading skills and increase teacher compensation, two needs that most every lawmaker can agree on.

    By Marta W. Aldrich January 13, 2020
  • Shelby County

    Wheel tax increase to be pulled from Shelby County Commission agenda

    Commissioner Willie Brooks, a sponsor of the wheel-tax resolution, said he's willing to find other ways to fund MATA.

    By Linda A. Moore January 14, 2020
  • Metro

    Financial Federal joins network of mortgage lenders

    Financial Federal Bank has joined a lender network to help expand the Memphis-based bank’s presence nationwide.

    By The Daily Memphian Staff January 13, 2020
  • Metro

    Health department offers free lead test for SCS students

    Tests are for students who miss blood-testing in their schools.

    By The Daily Memphian Staff January 13, 2020

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