Health Dept.'s Taylor believes Shelby County is on ‘correct side’ of surge
The transmission rate is decreasing in the county, according to Shelby County Health Department Director Dr. Michelle Taylor.
House votes to strip klansman’s name from federal building in Memphis
U.S. Rep. Steve Cohen’s bill to remove late congressman Clifford Davis’ name now moves to the Senate.
Collierville delays mixed-use project vote, OKs Whataburger
Collierville delayed a vote on a 134-acre mixed-use site in the heart of Collierville.
Collierville’s quarterback wins player of Week 11 vote
Quarterback passed for 258 yards and two touchdowns in victory over Arlington.
Scouting report: What Tennessee Tech will bring against Tigers in season opener
After winning just five games last season, the Golden Eagles hit the transfer portal hard to find additional talent.
Five local players named Mr. Football semifinalists
Winners will be announced Dec. 7 in Nashville. One Memphian has potential for a second consecutive victory.
When Morant’s on the bench, Grizzlies have to find way to keep ball moving
After struggling in the first half when Ja Morant was resting, the second half was an entirely different story for the Grizzlies’ second unit.
First-round playoff preview: Whitehaven and Ravenwood renew postseason rivalry
The high school football postseason begins for TSSAA schools on Friday.
The To-Do List: Seeds, surf rock and a two-state half-marathon
This week’s events will get you out of bed with a good cup of coffee and into the Great Outdoors.
Expansion of Zoo parking into greensward again on hold
City Council member Jeff Warren is leading the talks that hope to raise additional money for a parking solution that leaves the Overton Park greensward as it is.
Finalists announced for 100 N. Main
See exclusive renderings.
Collierville urges governor to veto partisan school board legislation
Collierville Schools approves a resolution that cites several concerns with bill.
Grizzlies Insider: JJJ, Jenkins tell fans what they should watch — on TV
Jaren Jackson Jr. watched the third season of a popular Netflix thriller in one day while Taylor Jenkins can’t wait to watch the new season of “Yellowstone.”
Germantown aldermen to vote on park purchase for potential sports complex
Germantown aldermen heard a final case for purchasing park land on the south side of the suburb. They will review the agreement Monday.
Listen to Grizzlies writers discuss Jaren Jackson Jr.'s latest performance
Did Jaren Jackson Jr.’s big night convince Drew Hill and Chris Herrington that he’s out of his slump?
Listen to Tigers beat writers break down matchup against No. 23 SMU, basketball season opener
Tigers beat writers Steven Johnson and Frank Bonner II discuss the Tigers’ upcoming home game against No. 23 SMU and the basketball team’s season opener vs. Tennessee Tech.
Week 11 high school football stat leaders
Central star Jamarious Brooks ends the regular season as the area’s leader in several categories.
Metro
‘We decided to do something’ about rundown cemetery
Volunteers have taken on the task of cleaning up the 10-acre graveyard. Among the estimated 3,400 graves at Mt. Carmel Cemetery is that of Memphis hero Tom Lee.
State Government State House bill lets private businesses, citizens reject same-sex marriage
Health Care General Assembly votes to expand birth control access in Tennessee
Elections A look at which County races could be won at the noon deadline
Real Estate County property-tax rate could go down
Business
Convention Center leader leaving Memphis
Renasant Convention Center general manager Dean Dennis has accepted a job as the general manager of the Greater Columbus Convention Center in Columbus, Ohio.
Business Two new clothing stores coming to Saddle Creek
Transportation & Logistics Airport to double fees on taxis, rideshares for pickup
Transportation & Logistics GXO Logistics to lay off 185 in Memphis
Premium Business Women & Business seminar speakers to share advice, empowerment
Sports
What to watch when Memphis faces UAB
The Blazers look to remain undefeated on the road in American Conference play when they visit the Tigers on Sunday.
Premium Memphis Grizzlies ‘Love comes to mind’: Fans cheer Jaren Jackson Jr.’s return in Grizzlies win
High School Sports Hot-shooting MUS downs rival CBHS
Sports Ohio State’s grand slam helps shut door on Memphis Tigers
Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies welcome back JJJ with video
Food
Food Files: Grab that microphone, Memphis, and get ready to sing
Both The Studio Karaoke and The SovereignTea Cafe will have their grand openings in February. Also, a new Pizza Hut is coming to Marketplace at Raleigh.
Premium Table Talk Table Talk: Cocktails meet canvases in The Edge
Suburbs
Hernando doubles some sewer fees
The increase comes as Hernando officials scramble to address a projected deficit in the city’s utility fund.
Real Estate Fogelman acquires Germantown apartments
Arts & Culture
Robert Duvall on screen, Steve Mulroy on stage and a Bad Bunny party
In this week’s To-Do List, celebrate Lunar New Year at the Brooks, read about wrasslin’ at Novel and celebrate Afro-Latino Week all over town.
Music The Red Clay Strays, Wu-Tang Clan, Dave Matthews Band headline 2026 Riverbeat Music Fest
Opinion
Opinion: Memphis, are you still thinking about the Roman Empire (and Yellow Fever)?
“Historian Kyle Harper is coming to the University of Memphis to ask a chilling question: are we, like the Romans, on the cusp of societal collapse — or even mass extinction?”
Guest Columnists Opinion: Why immigration enforcement is not the same struggle as the Civil Rights Movement
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: Improv, Bad Bunny and other things to do this weekend
There are plant sales, Bad Bunny-inspired events, Shelby County District Attorney General Steve Mulroy doing a monologue and a week’s worth of Afro-Latino stories, music and dancing.
Grizzlies Podcast Grizzlies podcast: Storylines for rest of season
Games
Sudoku: Feb. 20
Ready for today’s sudokus?