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Memphis Zoo one of 40 across the country hit with bomb threats
Hoaxers are calling zoos and aquariums nationwide, claiming to have planted bombs, likely just for “fun,” officials said.
Jody Callahan
Jody Callahan graduated with degrees in journalism and economics from what is now known as the University of Memphis. He has covered news in Memphis for more than 25 years.
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Ask the MemphianAsk the Memphian: What exactly is a grand jury, and how do they work?
What exactly is a grand jury, and how do they work? In this week’s installment of “Ask the Memphian,” we talked to attorneys, prosecutors and jurors to answer those questions.
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GermantownOld Germantown Depot Museum offers a journey down tracks of time
Germantown Depot Museum offers a glimpse of the city’s past, when trains regularly stopped at the depot to pick up passengers and cargo.
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Arts & CultureAt 6 games and counting, Adam Remsen is Memphis’ newest ‘Jeopardy!’ champion
To prepare for his run on the show, Adam Remsen studied his knowledge weak spots (opera, 19th century presidents, European monarchs and world rivers) and focused on the most important part of the game: the buzzer.
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Public Safety MPD officer killed in off-duty crash
Memphis police officer Daniel Adams killed in single-vehicle accident, officials say
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MetroWhat makes a good animal-control officer?
How do cities and shelters keep bad actors away from those jobs? Screenings, background checks and even scouring a candidate’s social media help, but they aren’t perfect.
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Arts & Culture Thunderstorms force cancellation of Live at the Garden concert
Severe weather forces cancellation of Alabama concert, meant to be the opener of this year’s Live at the Garden series at the Memphis Botanic Garden
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Spirit of Memphis Camp aims to build confidence in kids born with limb differences
Organizers hope the Step Up Squad Adaptive Camp for children born with limb differences will spur self-confidence, friendship and fun.
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Public Safety More than 100 images linked to used cellphone lead to alleged child predator’s arrest
Memphis police arrest an alleged child rapist who may have numerous victims over the past two decades or longer.
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Food News Inspire Community Cafe closing this month
The Binghampton cafe that opened with a mission of helping the community is closing its doors after seven years.
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Public Safety Man acquitted in killing of Young Dolph arrested again
The man who was acquitted of being the mastermind behind the killing of a Memphis rapper has been arrested on stalking and harassment charges.
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Public Safety Memphis Animal Services officer charged with aggravated animal cruelty
Police found 17 abused or severely neglected dogs at the officer’s residence, as well as evidence that he was possibly involved in dogfighting.
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BusinessDueling lawsuits threaten future of Memphis’ historic Ardent Studios
The building is locked, the parking lot is empty and no music is being made at Ardent Studios, a piece of music history that once hosted acts like ZZ Top, the Replacements, Isaac Hayes, Bob Dylan and R.E.M.
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Spirit of Memphis ‘Whoever somebody wants to be, that’s fine with me’
Thousands attend the Memphis Pride Fest and Parade in Downtown Memphis, including both members of the LGBTQ+ community as well as their straight allies.
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Public Safety Another 201 Poplar inmate dies
The inmate was arrested May 27 after allegedly stealing $258.91 in merchandise from a local TJ Maxx.
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Public SafetyWith Memphis as a ‘model city,’ feds offer other towns money to fight crime
Cities are encouraged to apply for a portion of $300 million in federal money to reduce crime, but that money comes with strings attached in terms of anti-immigration efforts.
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Spirit of Memphis Funeral service for Mary and Jon McCalla set
A ceremony is planned for Memphis judge Jon McCalla and his wife Mary, a well-known physician.
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EducationU of M board approves a tuition increase, bonus for president
U of M in-state undergraduate students, the largest group of students at the school, will pay $11,760 in tuition and fees for the 2026-27 academic year.
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Public Safety Man killed by MSTF agent wanted on aggravated assault and burglary charges
A warrant tied to a January gun threat led agents to man killed outside the Frayser Burger King.
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EducationU of M board set to vote on tuition increase
University of Memphis tuition is set to increase for all students, with in-state undergrad costs for the 2026-2027 academic year rising 4.48%, or $504.
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Ask the MemphianAsk the Memphian: Do I have to pay a ticket from a traffic camera?
In this week’s Ask the Memphian, we delve into whether drivers really have to pay speeding tickets issued by traffic cameras.
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Spirit of MemphisMemphis Italian Festival: A place to play bocce, eat pasta and greet family
Since 1989, Holy Rosary Catholic Church in East Memphis has staged the festival centered that centers around Italian gravy, aka spaghetti sauce.
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EducationUTHSC investigating former employees after racism claim involving controversial instructor
The decision to launch an investigation has left some of the employees who resigned feeling angry and persecuted.
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Health Care Methodist hospital back to normal admissions, surgeries after early morning transformer fire
Methodist University Hospital back to normal admissions, surgeries after early morning transformer fire caused damage
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Metro Memphis-area speller eliminated in quarterfinals of national bee
Josh Verma’s quest to win the Scripps National Spelling Bee has come to an end.
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