“While I’ve been on vacation for most of the past couple of weeks, there’s been some Grizzlies news and some bigger NBA news that has trickle-down effects on the local squad. Let’s catch up.”

Arguments in the case are expected to determine whether the takeover remains paused or whether the new state-appointed board of nine regains control over Memphis-Shelby County Schools.

As the calendar turns toward winter, Mid-South residents face a seasonal forecast dominated by a familiar but often misunderstood meteorological phenomenon.

With some help, the Memphis Zoo has installed motion-sensing trail cameras in green spaces throughout Shelby County to learn which species live there. So far, researchers have logged 20 animals. And they’re just getting started. 

With help from a former teammate and a local creative agency, Sydnei Neuble has become one of the first local brand ambassadors for Solepack, a backpack and lifestyle company. And she’s not done breaking barriers.

There once stood two of them, but after its twin was torn down, the remaining 65-foot radio tower still stands in the front yard of the home at 1455 Peabody Ave.

Standouts from Central, Lakeland Prep, Munford, Southwind and Tipton-Rosemark are up for consideration this week. Voting ends at 5 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 17.

Find out where MASE, Covington, Munford, Central, Southwind, Whitehaven and Briarcrest are ranked in this week’s Tennessee Sports Writers Association’s rankings.

With more staff, new equipment and expanded outreach, the Downtown Memphis Commission reports record levels of cleanup and maintenance, thanks in part to a bike-mounted street sweeper named after a blues legend.

Xiaolongbao dumplings get their name from the steaming basket, called a “xiaolong,” and “bao” means “bun.” Or you can just call them delicious. 

Analysts say ZIP‑code reclassifications reflect the carrier’s effort to boost margins as UPS, Amazon and others battle for volume.

Alderwoman Mary Anne Gibson is facing a challenge from Todd Adams as she seeks reelection for Alderman Position 2.

Full state funding of the Imagination Library would remove local costs and raise kindergarten‑readiness rates.

Brunch patrons at the Majestic Grille can enjoy a side of music with their eggs as the Memphis Jazz Workshop performs on the last weekend of each month, starting Sept. 26-27.

Beat writer Frank Bonner II and columnist John Martin break down the Tigers’ first loss and why it happened. 

SEC teams are ranked No. 1 and No. 2 in this week’s AP and Coaches Top 25 rankings. No Group of Six team is ranked, but Boise State is close.