Memphis music producer Tay Keith has died at 29
Grammy Award-nominated Memphis producer Brytavious Chambers, known professionally as Tay Keith, has died, according to Nashville police.
Man convicted for 2023 Olive Branch hotel shooting
Alvin Myles Jr. was sentenced after a four-day trial.
Memphis developer Billy Orgel will chair Memphis schools takeover
Appointees have sweeping powers over decisions of the elected board and the district until 2030. But Thursday’s decisions focused more on establishing the new board’s own systems and operations rather than decisions about MSCS business — including who will lead the district.
T.J. Hardaway to run write-in campaign for late father’s state House seat
Hardaway, who was appointed to the District 93 seat in time for May’s special legislative session, announced his bid for a full two-year term.
Eight candidates certified for Criminal Court judicial race
The election is Aug; 6. The Shelby County Election Commission is preparing to mail out notices to inform county voters of their new congressional districts.
Martin: In this NBA Draft, there’s a lot to like for the Grizzlies
With less than a week to go before the first round of the 2026 NBA Draft, here are some of John Martin’s thoughts on the class and who he most believes in.
$15 Deal: Maeve’s Tavern’s chicken salad lunch special
Gracie Driver’s favorite way to test out restaurants, especially those with a higher price point, is by going there for lunch.
Aviation technology school’s plans soar near Millington airport
Tennessee College of Applied Technology i is building a new campus near the Millington-Memphis Airport - a $41 million investment -- that will help with training and maintenance.
Winchester Commons snapped up for $17.1 million
DLC Management Corp., in partnership with a fund managed by DRA Advisors, bought six properties in five states, including the shopping center at Winchester Road and Hacks Cross Road.
Tennessee tourism aims to fight AI fakery
Only one in 20 travelers could identify a real photo of a Tennessee outdoor tourism spot when shown alongside an AI-generated image. Here’s how the state’s Department of Tourist Development plans to counter that.
Current airport board takes care of business in what may be last meeting
Commissioners approved an additional $2.6 million for design of a new baggage system and administration building.
8Ball & MJG bring Memphis rap to NPR’s Tiny Desk
This is the fifth year for Black Music Month-themed Tiny Desk Concerts.
Sound Bites: Mushroom queen and Groovy Gratitude guru to host Juneteenth dinner
Mushroom Queen Daishu McGriff said she wants the Umami Amora dinner on Juneteenth “to be a celebration of Black chefs where people can see the love through food.” She and dinner co-host Alicia Dixon are guests on “Sound Bites” this week.
How to celebrate Juneteenth; plus, brews, cars and the art of protesting
In this week’s To-Do List, the Empress of Soul is on the King of Rock’s stage, and “Jaws” is swimming in just in time for your beach trip.
Daily Memphian postseason boys soccer awards: CBHS senior, Briarcrest coach honored
Hayden Mulrooney sparked the Brothers to a 15-2-1 mark while Axel Sandoval’s Saints reached state for the first time.
Calkins: The Memphis Art Museum will be the next great place in the city — because of Barbara and Pitt Hyde.
Pitt and Barbara Hyde didn’t want their name on the new Memphis Art Museum. That didn’t stop Memphis mayor Paul Young from highlighting the couple’s astounding work. “For a generation you have led with generosity and vision,” Young said. “And your mark on the city — on Downtown in particular — is everywhere.” Q&A: More from the Hydes on Downtown, the Grizzlies, AutoZone Park and the future of Memphis Memphis Art Museum will have free admission for Shelby County residentsRelated content:
What Daily Memphians think*
“Very cool. Removing barriers to museums means we get more folks in them.” — Daniel Keevy about Memphis Art Museum will have free admission for Shelby County residents
“Transit systems are the arteries of a community that circulate its lifeblood. I feel like we have applied tourniquets to our own transit system to cut off circulation around our city. It’s past time to remove them.” — Andre Jones about Opinion: As bus riders suffer, Memphis needs to turn MATA around
“Kristin, thanks for what you and Terrance have meant to the community and the way you have 'inspired' many people on this leg of your journey. I look forward to what will come next, and I’ll be in to say goodbye for now.” — Skip Howard about As Inspire Cafe closes in Binghampton, owners focus on gratitude
* Select comments upvoted by Daily Memphian readers.
Tami Sawyer suspended as clerk, Stanton appointed as interim
General Sessions Court judges suspended their clerk with pay two days after she made her first court appearance on federal theft, wire fraud and money laundering charges. Tami Sawyer indictment renews Republican push for state interventionRelated content:
Sudoku: June 18
Are you ready for it? Here are today’s sudokus.
Daily WordRow: June 18
Are you a Wordle fan? Try WordRow, a similar game. It’s free to play.
Daily Jigsaw: Pride parade
Today’s puzzle, from the Memphis Pride parade, was taken by Greg Campbell.
Metro
Judicial candidates blossom during election year spring
Also in this political roundup, Green campaigns at Da Sammich Shop, Blackburn calls for a “revisit” on a Nashville data center and Rose pans Starbucks incentives, along with a look at the FISA extension and immigration funding.
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North Mississippi Lawsuit says Trump administration is trying to silence Southaven residents on SpaceX pollution
Public Safety ‘Bigger than the devil’: Hernandez Govan is back in custody, only this time it’s federal
Education Sexton selects final member of MSCS takeover board on eve of first meeting
Business
Inked: Sonic Drive-In coming to East Memphis
Another fast-food location is coming to Poplar Avenue. Plus, the Memphis Fire Fighters Association is building a new space.
Premium Transportation & Logistics Amazon Prime Air unveils drones that ‘detect and avoid’ as they deliver
Premium Real Estate Four Memphis-area Wendy’s getting an update
Premium Real Estate Developers line up funding for Midtown senior housing project
Movers and Shakers Movers & Shakers: Baptist earns cybersecurity award
Sports
How can the Memphis Tigers get ‘more butts in seats?’ Maybe a $7 value meal and a new scoreboard.
While giving an update on the Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium renovation project, Tigers athletic director Ed Scott shared his ideas for making game day more affordable for big families.
Sports Action News 5 to televise remaining Memphis FC slate
Premium Sports Redbirds recap: Joshua Báez hits 4 home runs in Memphis win over Nashville
Premium Memphis Tigers Football Tigers football tracker: Which 2027 recruits are headed to Memphis?
Premium Memphis Tigers Football Huff explains why 2028 is target date for conference realignment talks
Food
Around the world in 80 plates: How a woman and her grandpa are exploring Memphis’ restaurant scene
Almost every Friday, Mara Daniele and her grandpa, Doug Duncan, meet for lunch for their “Around the World in 80 Plates” series. So far, they are about a fourth of the way around the world.
Collierville Collierville could get second location for drive-thru coffee
Suburbs
Arlington commission approves site plans for new sports complex, 7 Brew Coffee
Construction could start on the Big League Multi-Sports Complex by the end of the year.
North Mississippi Reeves appoints new chancery judge for DeSoto area
Arts & Culture
Q&A: More from the Hydes on Downtown, the Grizzlies, AutoZone Park and the future of Memphis
The Daily Memphian’s Geoff Calkins sat down with Barbara and Pitt Hyde to talk about the new museum, their hands-on approach to civic projects and why Memphis continues to be — in their words — their “big bet.”
Arts & Culture Memphis Art Museum will have free admission for Shelby County residents
Opinion
Opinion: As bus riders suffer, Memphis needs to turn MATA around
“Last year’s audit made people believe MATA cannot be redeemed. But it is imperative that we not give up. Memphis should be a world-class city. Quality transit attracts employers and gets people to work on time. It also keeps people from going into debt just to maintain a working vehicle.”
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: Complex texts, TikTok attention spans
Culturally, we’re all probably reading a little less. But what does that mean for a place like Rhodes College, which prides itself on teaching students the classics?