City Council votes down indefinite data center pause
The Memphis City Council approved a move toward developing land-use standards and regulations for new data centers that comes with a 135-day moratorium.
City Council asks ICE, National Guard to leave Memphis
The nonbinding resolution approved at a tense and standing-room-only council session is similar to a resolution the council voted down in September 2025.
Pearson celebrates lifted ban for Memphis City Council attendees
“People power can win, even when City Hall has six attorneys ... trying to silence dissent against data centers and the billionaires who are popping them up all across our country,” State Rep. Justin J. Pearson said.
Musk spends ‘4 days a week’ in Memphis as SpaceXAI’s presence continues to grow
The parent company of SpaceXAI announced its third-quarter earnings as its founder and CEO spoke about operations at its local data centers.
Data centers, zoning rules draw mixed reactions
The Memphis City Council’s proposed data center regulations have sparked debate among Daily Memphian readers.
‘I believe in humanity first’: Mississippi contender for US Senate digs into data centers
The Democratic contender for U.S. Senate in Mississippi spoke to supporters in Southaven, urging more regulation and transparency around data centers.
Bad blood between Penny Hardaway and UT’s Rick Barnes? Memphis coach sets record straight.
Almost eight years later, Penny Hardaway addresses what he was hoping to accomplish during a 2018 war of words with Tennessee’s legendary coach.Related content:
Hardaway speaks on trying times, NIL, expectations, last season, still coaching, negative recruiting and more
Highlights from Hardaway's remarks at the Memphis Rotary Club luncheon as he enters his ninth season leading the program.
Sushi, teppanyaki restaurant coming to former Bartlett hibachi space
Nori Sushi Bar and Teppanyaki is expected to open in a few months in Bartlett’s Stage Centre, taking over the longtime Saito space.
DeSoto County moves toward banning kratom sales
The proposed restriction would apply to unincorporated areas of the county, not to the county's cities.
Tigers’ Marcus Stokes calls players-only meeting after loss at Tulane
Memphis quarterback Marcus Stokes took ownership of the 31-17 loss at Tulane during a players-only meeting that he orchestrated.
Memphis Movies This Week: Oscar-winning Brit actresses, ‘Everything’ expands
Oscar-winning British actresses in high-concept new films. It’s an accidental theme of sorts at the movies this week.
Grizzlies podcast: The season is here
Hill and Herrington take the rare chance to break down the game’s matchups and potential keys for the intriguing opener.
Lakeland hosts candidate forum despite 2 no-shows
A Lakeland candidates forum turned into questions exclusively for incumbent mayor Josh Roman after his opponent chose not to attend.
Arlington advances in Class AAA, Briarcrest staves off elimination
The Tigers flex their muscle against Bradley Central. Defending champion Saints, meanwhile, bounce back after a morning defeat.
This Halloween, get candy and voting information at National Civil Rights Museum
The museum’s free Trick or Vote event is designed for families to come trick-or-treat and leave with a voting plan.
Dandy Dozen: Whitehaven climbs into third spot
Central, Covington and CBHS all fall after losses.
Fired Collierville battalion chief sues town, Mehner in federal court
His attorney said he brought concerns forward prior to the departures of both former Town Administrator Molly Mehner and former Fire Chief John Selberg.
Opinion: Councilman Spinosa says ‘Memphis has been given a false choice on data centers. There’s a better way.’
“On AI, Memphis does not have to choose between protecting residents and welcoming investment. We can write tougher rules, make developers pay their way and still compete for the billions of dollars pouring into this industry.”
Calkins: Pete Pranica and Brevin Knight have thoughts on the Grizzlies season. And what’s up with the lease?
It’s the start of another Grizzlies season! Pete Pranica and Brevin Knight have big thoughts. But what’s up with the lease, anyway? All that is on “The Geoff Calkins Podcast.”
What Daily Memphians think*
“Sure like Cam. Looks like a locker room leader, A Winner on court and off.” — Ralph Morgan about Hill: Cam Boozer won’t demand the attention, but his debut is a ‘big deal’
“‘No city is more dysfunctional than Memphis.’ Collierville: ‘Hold my beer.’” — Charles Hanover about Fired Collierville battalion chief sues town, Mehner in federal court
“Mississippi gonna Mississippi, as it has for the last 200 years. Sad. ” — Chris Wilson about Fatal shooting of Senatobia infant ‘was justified,’ Mississippi AG rules
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Herrington: As a new Memphis Grizzlies season arrives, it offers a simple promise
“This Memphis Grizzlies season, which arrives in full form Wednesday night with an opener against Ol’ Pal Jaren Jackson Jr. and his Utah Jazz, will be a different kind of experience.”
Sudoku: Oct. 20
Are you ready for it? Here are some sudokus.
Daily WordRow: Oct. 20
Are you a Wordle fan? Try WordRow, a similar game. It’s free to play.
Daily Jigsaw: Zoo Hoops
This jigsaw puzzle features a photo of the Memphis Tigers women’s basketball team at Zoo Hoops that was taken by Wes Hale.
Memphis hires new track and cross country coach
The Tigers’ new hire replaces former coach Kevin Robinson, who was let go in September.
Metro
Early voting’s first four days shadow 2018 trend
Also in the roundup: Commissioner Rhonda O’Dell’s second letter about Edmund Ford Jr., “Souls to the Polls” rallies worked to boost the early vote turnout Saturday and Pearson and Molder make appeals beyond party lines.
Premium Public Safety No end in sight for Memphis Safe Task Force
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Elections With midterms approaching, Task Force is focus for both sides of the aisle
Business
VA cuts ribbon on new Millington clinic
The U.S. Veterans Affairs clinic has seen more than 3,500 veterans since it opened June 1, U.S. Veterans Affairs officials said.
Premium Real Estate Can state tax credits bridge the multimillion dollar gap for Memphis’ historic landmarks?
Premium Business Challenges — and solutions — facing local farming
Premium Real Estate New bites and old sites: How Bartlett’s restaurant scene is changing
Business Three homeowners have sold to SpaceXAI, DeSoto records show
Sports
Tiger Tylik Weeks lost 80 pounds in a year after picking basketball over football
A young Tylik Weeks appeared to be embarking on a promising football career before following his heart to basketball.
Premium High School Sports Quarterback Thomas Heffner was told he couldn’t play. He’s helping Lausanne big-time anyway.
Premium Memphis Tigers Football Monday recap: Tigers suffer disappointing loss, but still in mix for conference title
High School Sports Daily Memphian postseason golf awards: State champs from MUS, ECS honored
Player of the Week Vote for The Daily Memphian high school football Player of the Week, Week 9
Food
Move over pumpkin spice, local coffee shops are getting creative with fall flavors
The Daily Memphian’s Sophia Surrett and Erica Horton present the 10 most interesting fall drinks they’d recommend from local coffee shops.
Premium Reviews What to Order: The Bar-B-Q Shop’s glazed ribs
Premium Recipes Recipe Exchange: Tsunami’s pork and lemongrass meatballs
Suburbs
Bartlett alderman candidates face off at public forum
The candidates for the three Bartlett alderman races on the November ballot, made their case for election during a forum Friday night.
Premium Collierville Asphalt plant could move to Southeast Collierville
Business Three homeowners have sold to SpaceXAI, DeSoto records show
Arts & Culture
Reuben Brunson wants a Litter Box in every home in America
Memphis game designer Reuben Brunson debuts his second concept, a new, fast-paced card game called Litter Box, which he thinks may just be a big hit.
Performing Arts UFO dresses, flying-monkey wings and a killer’s jacket? Playhouse costume sale has it all.
Music Memphis Jazz Festival planned to return in 2027
Opinion
Echols: ‘Top Five Moments I Was Glad to Be a Memphian’
“For me, a regular mom with nothing to prove, just coming up with Top Five List topics sounded like fun.”
Podcasts
Midterm campaigns turn to numbers as early voting begins
The mix of early voting and campaigns watching the turnout while trying to mobilize their voters and partisans is the main topic of conversation on “Behind The Headlines.”
Games
Daily Jigsaw: Spirit Halloween pops-up
Today’s puzzle features Spirit Halloween's decorations available for sale. Patrick Lantrip took the photo.