Memphis hands Temple its first conference loss to shake up American
Defeating the Owls puts the Tigers in a five-way tie for first place in the American Conference standings.Related content:
Tigers big man Bradshaw sustains multiple injuries in win over Temple
Memphis coach Penny Hardaway reveals details of starting forward Aaron Bradshaw’s injury from the first half of a victory over the Owls.
Box score: Memphis 55, Temple 53
Box score for the NCAA basketball game between the University of Memphis Tigers and the Temple University Owls at FedExForum on Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2026.
Herrington: A messy, newsy day for Ja Morant and the Grizzlies
Ja Morant’s answers were brief in Berlin, but at least one of them was telling. Grizzlies provide injury updates on Clarke, Edey, Pippen Jr.Related content:
Man dies in Frayser after chase with Task Force
This is at least the second time a suspect has been killed or seriously injured during an altercation with Task Force officers since the sweeping law enforcement initiative began Sept. 29.
Ja Morant’s reaction to trade rumors: ‘Live with it’
Ja Morant did his first media interview since trade rumors began last week. He was standoffish and answered with short responses to each question.Related content:
Amazon to add same-day delivery facility in Memphis
The hub will support local package processing and last-mile operations, officials said.
Table Talk: Smoke signals and mixed messages
A case of too many festivals and not enough unity.
Ja Morant ruled out of Grizzlies international game
Ja Morant practiced and talked with the media Wednesday in Berlin, but will not play in the Grizzlies’ game Thursday against the Orlando Magic.
Despite unplanned losses, St. George’s hoops piecing together success
Currently down four starters — with only one due back — the Gryphons are putting things in place for a potential March run again in 2026.
Grizzlies provide injury updates on Clarke, Edey, Pippen Jr.
Starting center Zach Edey will continue to miss significant time for the Memphis Grizzlies.
Grizzlies podcast: Memphis entertaining trades for Ja Morant
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington sort through the reasons Memphis may be interested in trading Ja Morant and the upcoming week of international games.
Sudoku: Jan. 14
Are you ready for today’s puzzles?
Daily Jigsaw: Raceway redo
This jigsaw puzzle is from the groundbreaking ceremony hosted at the Memphis International Raceway and was taken by Mark Weber.
Daily WordRow: Jan. 14
Are you a Wordle fan? Try WordRow, a similar game. It’s free to play.
Metro
Memphis prosecutors feel weight of Task Force cases
Thousands of people have been arrested within the past three months in Memphis, and prosecutors in both state and federal courts are feeling the increased load.
Premium Metro Ask the Memphian: What happened to the Memphian who owned the most valuable coin in history?
Premium State Government With food banks strained, Tennessee passes on federal help that would feed far more children
Shelby County Commission steps in to pay county clerk’s rent in Millington
Education Some pre-K classrooms could close within 30 days without county funding
Business
Another local AI data center planned, this one on Sycamore View
A Nashville-based investor has spent 18 months looking “relentlessly” for properties to house his modular AI data centers.
Premium Real Estate A Midtown ice cream shop serves more than just sweets
Premium Real Estate After a steep drop in 2025, new home starts picking up in Lakeland
Health Care ‘Digital detox’ or just real life? Memphis experts say it’s time to log off
Movers and Shakers Movers & Shakers
Sports
Memphis adding more quarterback talent from the portal
The Tigers landed their second former four-star quarterback out of the NCAA transfer portal. Tigers football tracker: Who did Memphis sign in the transfer portal?Related content:
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Desmond Bane’s fairy tale ended sooner than expected. But he has no hard feelings.
Premium Geoff Calkins Calkins: Ja Morant is still ‘the most famous’ Grizzly. But Sunday may have been the end.
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Herrington: After win, Berlin-bound Grizzlies take Ja Morant uncertainty overseas
Premium Memphis Grizzlies A blue bear in Berlin: Grizz adds to authentic NBA experience overseas
Food
Former teacher found the recipe for a brighter tomorrow — it starts with smoked chicken
Down more than 160 pounds, Memphis native Reggie Morrow blends delicious with healthy, and his protein-packed chicken salad is flying off local shelves.
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Suburbs
‘Every dollar is counting these days’: Residents who want out of Collierville speak to board
“If I was asking you to give me 300 bucks a month every day for five years and get nothing — what would you do?” one of the property owners said.
Spirit of Memphis ‘A big heart:’ Fifth-grader starts food pantry
Arts & Culture
In Memoriam: Memphians who died in 2025
Memphis lost music legends, corporate titans and community leaders in 2025. Here is a look at their lives.
Premium Music Arts Beat: Memphis museums, filmmakers in national spotlight
Opinion
Opinion: Service is Memphis’ superpower and MLK Day is our annual reminder to use it
“In Memphis, service isn’t something we outsource. We see our neighbors as assets, not problems to be solved. We are partners in progress.”
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: The Tennessee legislature is in session
The 114th Tennessee General Assembly convenes in Nashville today with an aggressive, but perhaps quick, agenda.