Turnovers hurt Grizzlies in loss to Wizards
The Memphis Grizzlies are 0-3 after losing at the Washington Wizards on Saturday night. Turnovers proved to be costly.Related stories:
Tigers’ Scates makes up for earlier drop, catches game winner
Instead of letting an earlier dropped touchdown pass impact his body language like years past, Memphis receiver Joseph Scates had the game-winning catch at the end.
Memphis blows huge lead, rallies in final minute to defeat North Texas
The Tigers trailed by four with 47 seconds remaining and Memphis needed to drive 75 yards to prevent losing after leading 31-7 in the first half. Tigers’ Scates makes up for earlier drop, catches game winnerRelated stories:
Grizzlies plan to sign Bismack Biyombo, per report
The Grizzlies plan to sign Bismack Biyombo when Ja Morant goes to the suspended list following the fifth game of the regular season, according to The Athletic’s Shams Charania.
Andre Turner to coach against his alma mater in a game that’s ‘always special’
Turner, affectionately nicknamed “The Little General” during his Memphis State days, uses lessons he learned as a Tiger as he strives for success as a coach. What to look for in Memphis’ exhibition game against Lane CollegeRelated story:
Box score: Wizards 113, Grizzlies 106
The Memphis Grizzlies played the Washington Wizards at Capital One Arena in Washington.
India Fest returns after three-year hiatus
“This festival plays a very pivotal role in fostering cross-cultural awareness and education,” said Manjit Kaur, India Association of Memphis board member.
Kontji Anthony not only talks about her return to TV, she sings!
The long-time and much-loved TV anchor talks about her new show on WREG, her career in local journalism and how she saved Eric Barnes from catastrophic embarrassment during a recent mayoral debate. Plus she dances. And sings!
What to look for in Memphis’ exhibition game against Lane College
There are plenty of things to keep an eye on in what will be the first public, game-setting display for a new-look Memphis squad.
Behind ‘Community Conversations’ on crime and public safety
Beverly and Howard Robertson talk on “Behind The Headlines” about what they heard about crime from focus groups across the city as part of The Daily Memphian’s “Community Conversations” series. Memphis is in a ‘crime crisis,’ focus group participants say Who’s responsible for reducing crime? For some, the onus is on the mayor Like a weed, crime needs to be addressed at the root ‘Not willing to give up:’ What focus group participants said about crimeRelated content:
Box score: Memphis 45, North Texas 42
NCAA college football box score for Saturday’s game in Denton, Texas between the Memphis Tigers and North Texas Mean Green.
Tennessee grocery-tax holiday ends Oct. 31
Holiday bakers have just a few more days to stock up on tax-free flour, sugar, butter and other supplies. Most food and ingredients used to prepare food are exempt from sales tax.
Memphis-based Preserver Partners joins forces with Chicago firm
The firm, a Black-owned business led by two women, is joining forces with Channing Capital Management, whose co-founder is Rodney Herenton, son of the former Memphis Mayor.
Sound Bites: Our favorite Memphis brewery taprooms
In this episode of Sound Bites, Natalie Van Gundy and Holly Whitfield join Eric Barnes to talk about which local brewery taprooms have the best atmosphere, their favorite patios and the most delicious food options.
Metro
Roommate charged with killing comedian with 12-gauge shotgun, officials say
Authorities have arrested a man in the shotgun-shooting death of comedian Reginald “Reggie” Carroll in Southaven last week
Public Safety Shelby County director indicted on a dozen felony charges
State Government Brian Kelsey’s law license reinstated
Education Collierville and Germantown schools restrict student cellphone use
Business
Plans for new Regional One campus move forward as price moves up
The plan to replace Regional One Health’s current outdated campus with a modern facility total cost of the project, now totaled at $1.9 million
Premium Transportation & Logistics FedEx lays off hundreds in Shelby County
Premium Business The former Firestone site is a brownfield. Does it matter?
Premium Transportation & Logistics If elected to FedEx board, count on Richard Smith for legacy, family vote
Sports
New season, new team: How good will the 2025-26 Memphis Tigers be?
BartTorvik.com, an advanced analytics website, predicts how Memphis will fare in the 2025-26 season and who the Tigers’ key contributors will be on a team that features no returnees from last season.
Premium Sports Redbirds recap: Birds shoot past Comets again
High School Sports Prep volleyball 2025: Several talented Memphis-area squads poised for run at state tournament
Premium High School Sports Steady growth has Arlington volleyball in the hunted role
Food
Table Talk: Memphis group picks up the shopping for those who need it
This grassroots organization of mostly friends, neighbors and church members grocery-shop for families who are unable to shop for themselves.
Suburbs
Roommate charged with killing comedian with 12-gauge shotgun, officials say
Authorities have arrested a man in the shotgun-shooting death of comedian Reginald “Reggie” Carroll in Southaven last week
Arts & Culture
Memphis Symphony Chorus holds auditions for professional amateurs
The Memphis Symphony Chorus is about to hold auditions for its upcoming season, continuing a 60-year tradition of high-level choral arrangements with no financial incentive.
Opinion
Calkins: Memphians will be finishing Liza’s Run again. A few weeks ago, that was no sure thing.
A month ago, it seemed as if the event was ending. But a group of women emerged to make certain that Memphians will once again be finishing Liza Fletcher’s run.
Podcasts
The AM/DM: U of M makes news with DEI change, hotel and Ghanaian students
The University of Memphis started classes this week, but in the run-up to the fall semester, we learned that it was closing its Office of Multicultural Affairs, in accordance with state law.
Games
Daily WordRow: Quick and healthy
This puzzle follows some of the conventions of Wordle. You get six tries to guess each individual word.