A federal judge dealt a serious blow to Democrats by denying their request for a temporary restraining order against implementing new congressional maps. Fourth lawsuit filed against Tennessee’s new congressional mapRelated content:
A warrant tied to a January gun threat led agents to man killed outside the Frayser Burger King.
Tennessee’s League of Women Voters and NAACP file suit against state election officials over the new congressional map, which passed last week in a whirlwind three-day special session.
The Memphis in May World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest kicked off with the parade of champions followed by the event’s traditional sauce wrestling.
The Grizzlies have had success in the second round of the NBA draft in recent years. Will that trend continue with pick No. 32? Grizzlies Draft intel: Who has Memphis interviewed and worked out? NBA Draft Combine notebook: Cameron Boozer, Caleb Wilson share the floor NBA Draft Combine notebook: Cameron Boozer measures up, mock drafts point his wayRelated content:
Former Ridgeway coach replaces Gene Robinson, who had been at the school since 2020.
This week, you can peep Cooper-Young backyard gardens, camp out with mushroom people and release your intentions into Hyde Lake.
Nine-hole hitter Myles Holt comes through and now CBHS is one victory away from Spring Fling.
The historic venue launches the nearly $2 million artist lounge expansion to give artists “the experience they deserve.”
Here’s some of what we learned about Cameron Boozer, Caleb Wilson and other prospects who will appear at the NBA Draft Combine in Chicago.
“Studying history yields a dividend: It brings us to a clearer understanding of who we are, what we believe, and what we do when the promise of our national creed does not measure up to the reality of our lives.”
Bartlett’s property tax rate could remain unchanged.
The Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp tied it up in the ninth and won it in the tenth, beating Memphis for the third time in three days.
State redraws Memphis 9th Congressional district: Read our full coverage.
Hernando’s annual A’Fair Arts and Crafts Festival includes a free concert, a 5K and 300 vendors selling a number of wares — all of which have to be handmade.
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“This is great. For those who haven’t done The Shell backstage tour, it’s really cool and informative and Cole Early is terrific.” — Patrick Duffy about New artist lounge will help Overton Park Shell preserve its past — and plan for the next 90 years
“‘Extremely tolerable’ got a chuckle out of me. 😆” — Brian Menius about Grizzlies Draft intel: Who has Memphis interviewed and worked out?
“Great news. Will definitely become a customer with Chuck there!” — Gena Mandle about Still miss Charlie’s Meat Market? Chuck is butchering at Buster’s.
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Are you ready for it? Here are today’s sudokus.
Today’s puzzle is of the John Butler Band at the 2026 Riverbeat Music Festival and was taken by Wes Hale.
This political roundup dives into the surprising number of write-ins in the Shelby County primary races, a short — and litigious — history of redistricting in Tennessee and more.
The former longtime home of Downtown’s Bluff City Coffee will soon be home to coffee again, but this time, with cocktails, too.
Former Briarcrest point guard looking to utilize his playmaking and defensive skills next season at one of the nation’s very best programs.
“Because we haven’t had it in so long, it seems that much better. Nostalgia comes back in a way and is something to hold onto,” one customer said as Briza launched its new Houston’s-style chicken tenders.
Enrollment is trending downward across Shelby County’s suburban schools, and that impacts funding as the municipal districts are finalizing their budgets.
Genre movies from debut feature filmmakers, “Obsession” and “Is God Is,” are in theaters this week.
“I don’t need to sing. I don’t need to dance. I don’t need to be the best writer. In short, I don’t need to chase who and what I’m not; it’s enough to be thankful for what I am and work to be the best I’m capable of being.”
Last week, Amazon announced it was launching Amazon Supply Chain Services and offering freight, distribution, fulfillment and parcel shipping to, as it said, “business of all types and sizes.”