Unique opportunity is luring the FESJC head to Australia — and away from the city he’s grown to love.

The bonobo habitat will be closed while repairs are being made. A window broke after one of the great apes reacted to taunting from a visitor.

TBI later issued a statewide Blue Alert for a suspect that said he is wanted for criminal attempted first degree murder of a Memphis police officer.

The bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Memphis has submitted his letter of resignation, but it’s unlikely a new face will be in the role any time soon.

Memphis and Texas have agreed to a home-and-home series beginning with the 2026-27 basketball season.

“All the teachers were fine artists and loved to teach,” said Murray Riss, who established the photography department at Memphis College of Art.

Palazzolo vs. Salvaggio for the Germantown mayor’s position has the makings of a good heavyweight battle with strong name recognition for both.

For most of an hour at Springdale Baptist Church in North Memphis, six of the Democratic candidates for Shelby County mayor displayed few differences. Then, the prospect of a new jail to replace the dilapidated and struggling 201 Poplar brought them to life.

The Germantown alderman is challenging incumbent Mike Palazzolo, who is seeking a fourth term. 

Despite point guard Dug McDaniel’s season-high 29 points, the Tigers lose at home to the Shockers, 88-82. Wichita State scored the final 7 points of the game.

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Something new is in full swing at Southaven’s Silo Square and a freshly opened sports bar is hosting themed nights, including karaoke, pool and dart tournaments and bingo.

The agreement allows the 32-year-old to play elsewhere this season. 

The Grizzlies’ injury situation may help their NBA Draft Lottery positioning, but the team’s remaining schedule is tricky. 

In 2025, a settlement allowed athletic departments to begin distributing up to $20.5 million of revenue to their athletes.