The day before his 29th birthday, a Memphis Grizzlies forward delivered a check to a class full of second graders. “I tried to make sure everyone got a high-five or a hug.” That was Brandon Clarke. ‘A light to everybody': Brandon Clarke’s coach describes the man he knew ‘It’s bigger than basketball': Peers remember Brandon ClarkeRelated content:
The move came as a result of Democrats’ actions on the House floor May 7 during a vote on new a congressional map that splits majority-Democratic Shelby County into three different districts.
Pearson picks his district race, a new Downtown bar wants the morning crowd and Houston’s-style chicken tenders are back.
Germantown Municipal School District believes it is being shortchanged in the amount of money it has been given by the suburb. It holds that residents voted for the school district to receive more funds annually, as property values increase.
Emails from The Associated Press to the U.S. Department of Justice and a spokesperson for the task force were not returned on Wednesday morning.
An anonymous local company bought a highly visible retail property in Cooper-Young with plans for an Asian restaurant in the former Alchemy space.
Also, a beauty-supply store is coming to Bartlett, and an electrical-supply company signed a lease in East Memphis.
On a sad day for the NBA, the annual NBA Draft Combine continued. Even as news began to spread around the combine of the death of Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke, draft prospects continued to conduct measurements and drills at Chicago’s Wintrust Arena.
Former Briarcrest point guard looking to utilize his playmaking and defensive skills next season at one of the nation’s very best programs.
Pearson declares ahead of a Friday filing deadline for the congressional seats with new district lines.
Redistricting plans mean an “aggressive timeline” and overtime costs for the Shelby County Election Commission, Linda Phillips told reporters Tuesday.
The federal trial for a former DeSoto County youth pastor and basketball coach has been pushed back.
The former longtime home of Downtown’s Bluff City Coffee will soon be home to coffee again, but this time, with cocktails, too.
“Because we haven’t had it in so long, it seems that much better. Nostalgia comes back in a way and is something to hold onto,” one customer said as Briza launched its new Houston’s-style chicken tenders.
Coach Penny Hardaway’s Memphis Tigers roster appears to have all the right ingredients to compete at a high level.
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The plaintiffs in one of the federal cases against Tennessee’s new congressional maps have filed an emergency motion for an expedited ruling.
In a three-page letter, Young writes that the ordinance “seeks to enlarge the Council’s authority in direct contravention of the charter.”
The contract extension for attorney Justin Bailey would keep him employed with the district for at least three more years.
South Memphis charter schools Believe Memphis Academy and Memphis Delta Preparatory Charter School each received a Tennessee “priority” designation for low performance earlier this school year.
“... This center sends a powerful message: You are seen, you are valued, and you are never alone,” said a state official about the Alliance Healthcare Services facility.
Genre movies from debut feature filmmakers, “Obsession” and “Is God Is,” are in theaters this week.
The footage, posted on MPD’s X account, does not appear to be raw, unedited footage but an edited version of MPD Officer Oscar Torres-Molina being shot.
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“Coach Huff ‘Ya Wanna be Starting Somethin!’” — Jarvis Greer about Why Charles Huff wants Memphis football to be like Michael Jackson
“‘Thus endeth the lesson …’ Mr. Dries, your reporting is a real gift to our community.” — Jud Williford about A quick history of Tennessee redistricting and a closer look at unofficial vote totals
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An analytical approach to hitting and good vibes in the clubhouse have the Gryphons on the verge of their first Spring Fling in nine years.
“Some sellers still want those 2021 and 2022 prices, but it’s not there. The houses that sell under 30 days, they’re priced just right,” the president of the Memphis Area Association of Realtors said.
The Redbirds allowed a season-high five home runs in the game, the most allowed since July 30, 2024, at Durham.
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Today’s puzzle is from the Victorian tearoom at HighTee and was taken by Sophia Surrett.
This political roundup dives into the surprising number of write-ins in the Shelby County primary races, a short — and litigious — history of redistricting in Tennessee and more.
After Amazon announced its expansion of its logistics services, experts said the market might have overreacted. FedEx, UPS, DHL and the other Memphis logistics companies bet on resilience.
Brandon Clarke’s mentor, Tony Darden, reflects on the best memories with his former player.
“Really, Beale became redundant,” said Ghost River owner Bob Keskey after the company made a number of improvements at its original location.
A significant increase in sewer fees is on the horizon for Lakeland residents as the suburb continues to keep pace with providing the service.
Flyers were posted on light poles in Memphis for a secret pop-up concert “tonight” by Phoebe Bridgers, who was part of supergroup Boygenius, at Hi-Tone Cafe.
There is a single spot in Memphis where you can stand in all three congressional districts. It’s an absurdity, yes. And a cause for rage.
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington give their instant reaction to the NBA Draft Lottery results.