Grizzlies dominated on the boards in rematch loss to Minnesota
The Minnesota Timberwolves brought the NBA’s best record and No. 1 defense into FedExForum, overpowering the smaller Grizzlies on the glass 54-28.Related story:
CBU cuts 28 positions, host of programs to preserve future
Closed programs will end immediately, and the university said it will help the 15 students who are affected by the closures to get the classes they need. Faculty terminations will be final at end of the school year.
County commission dispute escalates to court protection order
County Commissioner Edmund Ford Jr. is seeking a court order of protection against fellow commissioner Mickell Lowery after the two exchanged words in August. Attorneys are seeking to seal the order and the details of Ford’s legal motion.
Edgeview at Legends Park begins construction
The 3.82-acre development for low-income seniors is at 981 Peach Ave. in the Medical District. It will include 99 apartments, with 7% reserved for veterans. The complex is expected to be completed in early 2025.
Brooks Museum and Loaf, Cxffeeblack parting ways over fundraising dinner
The restaurant’s contract with the museum was terminated after it planned a dinner benefiting a Palestinian relief fund. Loaf will close the case inside the Brooks early next year.
Reports outline Shelby County’s court issues. So what are the solutions?
Most criminal cases in Shelby County took more than a year to resolve, reports show. Former Judge Robert “Bobby” Carter points to new court strategies that could help pick up the pace.
Community breaks ground on Northside Square redevelopment
The former Northside High School will contain 42 affordable residential units, two-court gymnasium by Dream Sports, performing arts center, food hall by AR Hospitality, LifeDoc health clinic and more.
Worker killed at hub was 86-year-old who loved bustle, co-workers
The longtime employee was killed when she saw an envelope sticking out of a container and hurried to grab it, according to inside sources at FedEx and the attorney representing her family.
Tigers focused on improving collective ‘mindset’ ahead of Texas A&M game
Penny Hardaway spoke to reporters Friday about the Tigers’ locker room dynamics, provided an update on Jordan Brown and discussed how he’ll handle his team’s rotation moving forward.
Three teens will secure funding for their small-business idea Saturday
More than 50 aspiring teen entrepreneurs will present their business concepts to the public Dec. 9 during LITE Memphis’ Pitch Night at the Renasant Convention Center Downtown.
Collierville Schools employees could receive holiday bonus
After a day of fretting Collierville Schools may not get holiday bonuses, the school board will consider the change on Tuesday.
Special Arlington work session focuses on homes planned south of I-40
Arlington officials met this week to provide some direction for a large residential project south of Interstate 40.
Bailey: Maybe it’s not Publix, but a new grocer could soon enter the market
Publix brings back fond memories of the beach, Florida and vacations but a new name could bring local competition to Bartlett.
Germantown holiday parade changes date
Germantown has made the decision to move its holiday parade due to the forecast of rain.
Memphis Food Files: 2 new Rotolo’s, 1 drive-thru Zaxby’s
Rotolo’s Craft & Crust expands into the Water Tower District at Schilling Farms and Silo Square in Southaven, Zaxby’s opens a to-go-only location and Popeye’s coming to Wolfchase Galleria.
Conaway: It’s just common sense; we’re killing ourselves
“If something is injuring and assaulting us, if something has become the common denominator in virtually all manner of violent crime, if something aids criminals ... if something is killing us, the city council’s job is to do something about it now.”
Daily Memphian postseason cross country awards: Runners from CBHS, Houston lead the pack
Here are the Daily Memphian postseason cross country awards for the 2023 season, featuring our runners of the year, coaches of the year and all-metro teams.
Opinion: A call for Memphis in May and new festival promoters to work together
“I urge both Memphis in May and Forward Momentum to set aside differences and engage in meaningful discussions. By uniting their expertise ... of enhancing Memphis through live events, we can forge a path towards a unified vision.”
Daily Memphian postseason awards: Briarcrest, Houston golfers take top honors
Henry O’Keefe and Sophie Christopher led the field in 2023. Cliff Frisby of MUS and Steve Bell of Houston are top coaches.
Guest column: Thank you for putting Memphis’ artists at the forefront
“The room embodied the artistic energy of our time — vibrant, diverse, dynamic and unexpected. It reminded me exactly why we are here and where we are going as a city.”
The To-Do List: Holiday parades, pics with Krampus and Tuba Christmas
This week, Crosstown Arts resident artists open their studios, Shangri-La hosts a free holiday show and you can ice skate in Audubon Park for free.
Metro
Feagins case against MSCS returns to square one
Her lawsuit requests she be restored to the superintendent seat or paid severance as outlined in her contract.
Public Safety Plea deal reached with last Young Dolph gunman, but sentencing delayed again
Health Care Closing the care gaps: On the Hill, lawmakers advocate for mothers and babies
Premium The Early Word The Early Word: MSCS has a new leader, and Rhodes goes to prison
Metro The AM/DM podcast: Giant Rats and other mysteries
Business
Snow freezes January home sales
Memphis-area home sales were down 34.5% last month compared to January 2025.
Health Care Closing the care gaps: On the Hill, lawmakers advocate for mothers and babies
Transportation & Logistics Memphis airport adds new nonstop flight to Austin, Texas
Premium Real Estate Inked: Pinnacle plans new retail branch in Raleigh
Premium Business What it means to lose Tennessee’s first Ikea
Sports
Herrington: Grizzlies’ half-season ‘tank’ is familiar territory for longtime fans
For the Grizzlies, “tanking” worked the last time. This time they’re better set up for success.
Memphis Grizzlies Jaren Jackson Jr. scheduled to undergo surgery
Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball Martin: How is Penny Hardaway doing at Memphis? We asked AI.
High School Sports Five local players in line for state’s top hoops award
High School Sports Division 2 state wrestling preview: Brothers lead the local contingent
Food
$15 deal: Jerk chicken quesadilla at RP Tracks
“Eleven years after finishing my undergraduate degree at the University of Memphis, I couldn’t remember what I used to order at RP Tracks outside of cheap beer and lots of fries.”
Food From the paintings to the plate: Dixon cafe menu looks to art for inspiration
Suburbs
Big projects are on the horizon for Arlington, mayor says
In his fourth term as the suburb’s mayor, Mike Wissman focused on Arlington’s recent growth and what’s coming that will shape the town’s future.
Premium Real Estate Germantown board to consider The Standard’s financing plan
Arts & Culture
From speed dating to partner painting: What to do for Valentine’s Day
In this week’s To-Do List, see new works from Ballet Memphis, swap seeds at Lichterman Nature Center and eat free king cake at Moxy.
Visual Arts Art you can find in Memphis this month
Opinion
Opinion: The failure to fund pre-K hurts children and families
“We ask the Shelby County administration to find a path forward with First 8 Memphis so that our school system and all other operators are not expected to fill a sudden budgetary gap that we cannot afford.”
Premium Geoff Calkins Calkins: Why did a Holocaust survivor visit Graceland? A story about hate, survival — and the importance of joy
Podcasts
New leadership at Indie Memphis talks about the festival’s future
As Indie Memphis bounces back from a year without its signature film festival, the group’s new co-executive director, Alicia George, joins Eric Barnes on this week’s episode of “The Sidebar” to talk about the organization’s future.
Metro The AM/DM podcast: Giant Rats and other mysteries
Games
Sudoku: Feb. 11
Are you ready for it? Here are today’s sudokus.