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<strong>Engineering firm HDR Inc. suggested MLGW construct new filter and pumping buildings.</strong> (Courtesy MLGW)City of Memphis

MLGW’s pumping station slated for estimated $65M overhaul

The Allen pumping station’s condition is “likely the worst in the MLGW system,” according to a water program delivery manager. 

By Keely Brewer 21 hours ago
City of Memphis

Giant panda Le Le remembered as ‘easygoing, playful’

A somber mood hovered over the China exhibit as the Memphis Zoo grieves the death of Le Le, its male giant panda.

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One of Memphis Zoo’s giant pandas dies

By Abigail Warren February 03, 2023
City of Memphis

Justice Department and Police Chiefs Association to review Memphis Police Department

The review of the department will include a look at special police units and use-of-force policies. It is the second MPD review by the Justice Department in six years. A 2016 review was cut short by the Trump administration.

By Bill Dries February 03, 2023
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Memphis City Council attorney warns of ‘possible legal violations’ due to private meeting

“It is my responsibility to advise the Council when I learn of possible legal violations and advise of the appropriate steps to be taken to protect its interests,” attorney Allan Wade said. 

By Samuel Hardiman February 03, 2023

  • City of Memphis

    City launches ‘Memphis Alerts’ notification system for emergencies

    The City of Memphis has a new system to alert citizens of emergency situations.

    By Bill Dries February 02, 2023
  • Subscribers only On the Record

    Memphis City Council, Mayor Strickland weigh sweeping police reforms

    On The Daily Memphian’s “On The Record” podcast, Michalyn Easter-Thomas talks about trying out a ban on traffic stops by police for certain offenses. Other council members want a department-wide review.

    By Bill Dries February 02, 2023
  • City of Memphis

    Familiar chimney stacks at TVA’s Allen Fossil Plant coming down Friday

    The demolition of the three 400-foot-tall chimney stacks at the now-defunct Allen Fossil Plant is the final step in a four-phase plan to prepare the site for redevelopment, and repurpose the 500 acres of land it occupies in Southwest Memphis.

    By Keely Brewer February 02, 2023
  • City of Memphis

    Tyre Nichols marched to the beat of his own drum

    Tyre Nichols was a skateboarder. He was a photographer, and he also loved sunsets — especially at Shelby Farms Park. 

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    Nichols’ friends say his spirit will change conversation about policing

    City to release full audio and video footage in Nichols case

    Suspended MPD Officer Hemphill was part of SCORPION unit

    By Julia Baker February 01, 2023
  • City of Memphis

    Mourners gather for Tyre Nichols’ funeral

    The Mississippi Boulevard Celebration Choir sang the popular gospel worship song, “You Are My Strength,” as Nichols' family, the Rev. Al Sharpton and family attorney Ben Crump listened with the church full of grievers.

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    Nichols’ friends say his spirit will change conversation about policing

    City to release full audio and video footage in Nichols case

    Suspended MPD Officer Hemphill was part of SCORPION unit

    By The Associated Press February 01, 2023
  • Elections

    Paul Young has most money in Memphis mayoral campaign coffers

    The DMC president raised $347,482 since September compared to the $311,719 raised by Shelby County Sheriff Floyd Bonner and $300,000 by businessman and philanthropist J.W. Gibson. 

    By Bill Dries February 01, 2023
  • City of Memphis

    Tennessee NAACP leaders react to Tyre Nichols video

    Prominent leaders of the Memphis Black community are calling for legislative action in the wake of the death of Tyre Nichols.

    By Michael Waddell January 29, 2023
  • City of Memphis

    Protesters block access to Ridgeway Police Station

    One protester said local activists will keep protesting until all the officers involved in the events that lead to Tyre Nichols’ death have been identified. 

    By Rob Moore January 29, 2023
  • Subscribers only City of Memphis

    Hernando DeSoto Bridge is a symbol of protest amid calls for reform

    As public officials expressed outrage about Tyre Nichols’ death online, the protests marking the release of the videos returned to the symbol of local protest in the age of Black Lives Matter — the bridges across the Mississippi River.

    By Bill Dries January 30, 2023
  • Subscribers only City of Memphis

    SCORPION reminiscent of Atlanta unit once led by Memphis chief

    The Memphis Police Department’s SCORPION unit, which MPD announced Saturday is being disbanded, is reminiscent of a controversial defunct unit in Atlanta over which MPD Chief Cerelyn “C.J.” Davis was once in charge. 

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    MPD’s SCORPION unit permanently deactivated

    By Ben Wheeler January 30, 2023
  • Criminal Justice

    Strickland releases statement, confirms Friday release of Tyre Nichols video

    Memphis Mayor Jim Strickland, in his first video statement on the Nichols incident said the city and Memphis Police Department must work to “regain the public’s trust.”

    By The Daily Memphian Staff January 27, 2023
  • Criminal Justice

    Two fired police officers in Nichols case post bond

    “We’ve all seen videos where there is police brutality,” Ballin said. “We’re urging the public to reserve judgement.”

    By Julia Baker January 27, 2023
  • City of Memphis

    City Council looks at long-term police reforms in wake of Tyre Nichols’ death

    Proposals include keeping data on police traffic stops and renewing plans to increase police training. 

    By Bill Dries January 24, 2023
  • City of Memphis

    City Council sets up compromise provisions for Memphis in May damage deposit

    The council votes on the Memphis in May measure at its first meeting in February. The council delayed several other matters, including a possible new name for Audubon Park and a decision on the Dream Hotel. 

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    Memphis facility should reduce cancer-causing emissions, City Council says

    By Bill Dries January 24, 2023
  • Subscribers only Criminal Justice

    Break-ins tarnish weekend at Sports & Events Center

    Police reports indicate at least 19 vehicles were broken into over the weekend, during one of the center’s first big events. 

    By Ben Wheeler January 25, 2023
  • City of Memphis

    Memphis facility should reduce cancer-causing emissions, City Council says

    “What we’re doing here is asking them to initiate those same interventions that they’re putting in their other sites across the country and not wait for the EPA,” said Memphis City Council member Jeff Warren.

    By Keely Brewer January 24, 2023
  • City of Memphis

    City Council’s public safety committee avoids talking about Tyre Nichols

    Memphis Police Chief Cerelyn “C.J.” Davis, who generally attends the council’s biweekly public safety committee, was not present for the Tuesday, Jan. 24, morning meeting.

    By Bill Dries January 26, 2023
  • City of Memphis

    Two MFD personnel relieved of duty after Tyre Nichols incident

    The identity of the personnel or the reason for investigating was not disclosed. The announcement follows news from the Memphis Police Department that they fired the five officers involved in the fatal attempted arrest of Nichols.

    By Julia Baker January 23, 2023
  • City of Memphis

    Attorney Ben Crump, Tyre Nichols’ family review ‘appalling,’ ‘heinous’ video

    “What we saw, regrettably it reminded us of the Rodney King video,” attorney Ben Crump said. “Unlike Rodney King, Tyre didn’t survive.”

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    Officer involved in Tyre Nichols’ death previously accused of brutality

    Two MFD personnel relieved of duty after Tyre Nichols incident

    By Julia Baker January 24, 2023
  • City of Memphis

    Unofficial local LGBTQ historian dies at 69

    Vincent Astor, who many considered the unofficial LGBTQ historian for the Mid-South, died on Monday, Jan. 16. Astor spent his life advocating for and raising awareness for the LGBTQ community in Memphis.

    By Christin Yates January 19, 2023
  • City of Memphis

    TVA turns to industry panel to review winter power performance

    During a MLGW board meeting Wednesday, CEO Doug McGowen indicated that load forecasting would be part of the TVA review, “because there were some real issues to talk about there.”

    By Keely Brewer January 18, 2023
  • Subscribers only City of Memphis

    Van with AI, laser imaging to scan Memphis streets for potholes

    The effort will comprehensively map the condition of all 6,714 lane miles of Memphis’ streets.

    By Bill Dries January 17, 2023
  • Criminal Justice

    MPD officers under investigation following man’s traffic stop death

    Tyre D. Nichols, 29, was injured following a confrontation with officers around 8:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 7, near Raines and Ross roads in southeast Memphis.

    By Alicia Davidson, Jasmine McCraven January 15, 2023
  • Subscribers only City of Memphis

    Animal lovers hopeful about proposed changes to city ordinances

    Amendments to animal welfare laws could include mandatory microchipping for pets, and modification to policies about dogs “running at large,” which animal welfare organizations see as key to stopping overpopulation and neglect.

    By Alicia Davidson January 15, 2023
  • City of Memphis

    MLGW CEO McGowen: Priority is infrastructure overhaul

    MLGW president and CEO Doug McGowen says his priority is finding ways to accelerate the $1.2 billion, five-year plan to upgrade the utility’s infrastructure. 

    By Bill Dries January 14, 2023

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