<strong>Bishop Martin David Holley, chosen to lead the local Catholic Church about two years ago, has been relieved of his duties as leader of the Diocese of Memphis, the Vatican announced early Wednesday. Archbishop Joseph E. Kurtz of Louisville will oversee the diocese until further notice.</strong> (Daily Memphian file)

Vatican relieves Bishop Holley of duties; Kurtz to oversee local Catholic diocese

Bishop Martin David Holley, chosen to lead the local Catholic Church about two years ago, has been relieved of his duties as leader of the Diocese of Memphis, the Vatican announced early Wednesday, and Archbishop Joseph E. Kurtz of Louisville will oversee the diocese until further notice.

By Clay Bailey October 24, 2018

Geoff Calkins

Calkins: All eyes on Penny Hardaway as he makes exhibition debut

Let’s start with what he’ll wear. What will Penny Hardaway wear in his first game as Memphis coach?

By Geoff Calkins October 25, 2018

Breaking News Public Safety

MPD releases names of 51 officers violating body camera policy, withholds details

The Memphis Police Department has released the names of 51 officers accused of violating the department’s body camera policy but is withholding specific details about the infractions.

By Marc Perrusquia October 25, 2018

Memphis Grizzlies

Grizzlies Mailbag: Jaren Jackson Jr.’s future, Conley and Gasol’s sustainability, Bickerstaff’s coaching and more

Welcome to the first Grizzlies Mailbag of this season. This one was a test-run, with no guarantee of a follow-up, but I got more good questions -- on short notice -- than I had time and space to use.

By Chris Herrington October 24, 2018

Business

Beverly Robertson tapped as interim leader of Greater Memphis Chamber

For at least a year, the Greater Memphis Chamber will be led by an African-American woman whose deep roots in the city are matched by a stellar track record in business and nonprofit worlds.

By Wayne Risher October 24, 2018

Shelby County

Voter registration controversy goes to court Thursday

The third lawsuit filed this month over elections in Shelby County goes before Chancellor JoeDae Jenkins Thursday morning in Chancery Court.

By Bill Dries October 25, 2018

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