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Influencer Malik Taylor Passes Away at 28

Memphis, Tennessee, August 23, 2025 News Summary Malik Taylor, a beloved social media influencer from Memphis, has tragically passed away at the age of 28. His fraternity, Alpha Kappa Psi Incorporated,...

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Memphis Police Seek Suspects in Airport Area Assault and Robbery

Memphis, August 22, 2025 News Summary Memphis Police are searching for a male and a pregnant female suspect involved in a robbery and assault incident on Lamar Avenue. The suspects attacked...

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Memphis High Schools Ranked Among Tennessee’s Best

Memphis, TN, August 22, 2025 News Summary Three high schools from the Memphis Shelby County Schools district have been recognized as top performers in Tennessee’s educational rankings. East High School stands...

Scene of two-vehicle car crash on Kirby Road with emergency services present.

Fatal Two-Vehicle Crash on Kirby Road Leaves One Dead and Two Injured

Memphis, August 22, 2025 News Summary A tragic car accident occurred on Kirby Road in southeast Memphis, claiming the life of one individual and injuring two others. The crash happened on...

Illustration of the forensic audit process for Memphis-Shelby County Schools

Tennessee Allocates $6 Million for MSCS Forensic Audit

Memphis, August 22, 2025 News Summary The state of Tennessee has allocated $6 million for a forensic audit of the Memphis-Shelby County Schools, initiated by lawmakers concerned about accountability. Conducted by...

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Memphis Resident Sentenced for COVID-19 Relief Fraud

Memphis, TN, August 22, 2025 News Summary Rochelle Turner, a 32-year-old Memphis resident, has pleaded guilty to COVID-19 relief fraud, leading to a five-month prison sentence. She falsely claimed unemployment benefits,...

BUSINESS

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Memphis Tigers Spring Game Provides Player Insights

Memphis, TN, August 21, 2025 News Summary The Memphis Tigers’ spring game held at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium allowed Head Coach Ryan Silverfield to evaluate player strengths and weaknesses. With the...

Utility workers in Memphis repairing power lines after a storm.

Memphis Explores Site for New Control Room After Outages

Memphis, August 21, 2025 News Summary In response to recent power outages affecting over 14,000 customers, Memphis Light, Gas and Water (MLGW) is evaluating a former Smith & Nephew property on...

Customers enjoying burgers at Dyer's Burgers in Memphis

Dyer’s Burgers in Memphis Ranked as No. 4 Burger Spot in U.S.

Memphis, August 19, 2025 News Summary Memphis, Tennessee, proudly celebrates Dyer’s Burgers, recognized as the No. 4 burger spot in the U.S. by Food & Wine magazine. Founded in 1912, Dyer’s...

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Memphis Woman Achieves Nursing Certification Through Local Program

Memphis, TN, August 19, 2025 News Summary MacKenzie Thompson, a 20-year-old Memphis resident, has attained a nursing certification through the Hire Local Program. This initiative supports locals in securing employment in...

Empty tables at immigrant-owned restaurants on Summer Avenue in Memphis

Memphis Restaurants Experience Decline in Business

Memphis, August 18, 2025 News Summary In Memphis, numerous immigrant-owned restaurants along Summer Avenue are facing a significant decline in customer traffic, causing concern among business owners. Once thriving with customers,...

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Memphis Flyer Marks 30 Years of Alternative News

Memphis, TN, August 17, 2025 News Summary The Memphis Flyer, the metro area’s alternative newsweekly, is celebrating 30 years of delivering news and entertainment to its readers. Founded in 1989, the...

Construction site of the new Memphis Brooks Museum in Downtown Memphis.

Construction Continues on New Memphis Brooks Museum of Art

Memphis, August 17, 2025 News Summary The Memphis Brooks Museum of Art is progressing with its construction in Downtown Memphis despite ongoing legal challenges regarding land ownership. Set to open in...

Conceptual rendering of Midtown Memphis Development showcasing new residential units and a hotel.

Midtown Memphis Development Unveils New Housing and Hotel

Midtown Memphis, August 17, 2025 News Summary A new development at the corner of Central and Cooper in Midtown Memphis will introduce 275 residential and commercial units, alongside a hotel. The...

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FedEx Plans Employee Layoffs in Memphis

Memphis, TN, August 16, 2025 News Summary FedEx Supply Chain has announced layoffs at its Memphis locations as it transitions logistics work to a third-party provider. Affected employees at Quest Way...

Events/What's Happening

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Memphis Community Faces Health Crisis as Football Games Continue

Memphis, TN, August 22, 2025 News Summary Memphis is set for a warm weekend with temperatures reaching the upper 80s to 90s, while a local high school athlete is hospitalized due...

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Memphis Celebrates Arts and Culture This Weekend

Memphis, August 22, 2025 News Summary Memphis is ready for a vibrant weekend of culture and community events, featuring the final Soulin’ on the River concert, a ghost-run for charity, and...

NLE Choppa reads to children at a community event

NLE Choppa Promotes Literacy at South Memphis Community Event

South Memphis, August 21, 2025 News Summary NLE Choppa, the renowned hip-hop artist from South Memphis, engaged with children during a community outreach event at Porter-Leath’s Early Childhood Academy. He promoted...

Elvis Presley Candlelight Vigil at Graceland

Elvis Presley Fans Gather for Annual Candlelight Vigil

Graceland, Memphis, TN, August 21, 2025 News Summary Thousands of Elvis Presley fans congregated at Graceland to honor the music icon during the annual Candlelight Vigil. The event celebrated his legacy,...

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Memphis Theatre Scene Thrives with Diverse Productions

Memphis, TN, August 21, 2025 News Summary Memphis is preparing for a vibrant live theatre season, featuring a variety of productions across numerous venues. The local theatre community continues to flourish,...

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Memphis-Shelby County Schools TCAP Results Reveal Student Performance

Memphis, August 20, 2025 News Summary The recent TCAP test results for Memphis-Shelby County Schools indicate that approximately 25% of students met or exceeded expectations, highlighting ongoing challenges in academic performance....

Musicians performing at the Tambourine Bash in Memphis

Memphis Hosts All-Star Jam at the Tambourine Bash

Memphis, TN, August 18, 2025 News Summary The Tambourine Bash showcased a vibrant all-star jam led by Boo Mitchell, highlighting local talent and celebrating Memphis’s musical heritage. Local photographers captured the...

Attendees browsing books and participating in activities at the HomeT3am Book Fair in Memphis.

Memphis Hosts Successful HomeT3am Book Fair

Memphis, August 17, 2025 News Summary The HomeT3am Book Fair in Memphis was a vibrant celebration of literature that attracted nearly one thousand attendees. Hosted by Trey Draper, the event featured...

An old brick church showing signs of wear and community engagement efforts.

Community Input Needed for Brick Church Redevelopment

North Memphis, August 16, 2025 News Summary The Memphis and Shelby County Community Redevelopment Agency is seeking public feedback to guide the transformation of the historic Brick Church into a community...

CRIME

Dark-colored sedan related to robbery incident in Memphis

Memphis Police Seek Suspects in Airport Area Assault and Robbery

Memphis, August 22, 2025 News Summary Memphis Police are searching for a male and a pregnant female suspect involved in a robbery and assault incident on Lamar Avenue. The suspects attacked...

Scene of two-vehicle car crash on Kirby Road with emergency services present.

Fatal Two-Vehicle Crash on Kirby Road Leaves One Dead and Two Injured

Memphis, August 22, 2025 News Summary A tragic car accident occurred on Kirby Road in southeast Memphis, claiming the life of one individual and injuring two others. The crash happened on...

Three vehicles in an accident at Midtown Memphis intersection

Injuries Reported Following Three-Vehicle Crash in Midtown Memphis

Midtown Memphis, August 21, 2025 News Summary Two individuals were injured in a three-vehicle crash that occurred in Midtown Memphis on Tuesday evening. The accident happened at the intersection of South...

Police and security at White Station Middle School during a lockdown

White Station Middle School Briefly Locked Down Due to Threat

Memphis, Tennessee, August 21, 2025 News Summary White Station Middle School in Memphis experienced a brief lockdown following a phone threat received on Wednesday morning. Prompt action from Memphis-Shelby County Schools...

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Memphis Police Investigate Armed Carjackings

Memphis, August 19, 2025 News Summary Memphis Police are on the lookout for suspects involved in two armed carjackings that occurred on Saturday night in the Orange Mound area. Victims were...

Police investigating a shooting scene in North Memphis

North Memphis Shooting Leaves Man in Critical Condition

North Memphis, August 18, 2025 News Summary A man is currently in critical condition following a shooting incident in North Memphis. The shooting, which occurred at the intersection of Alaska Street...

POLITICS

Students collaborating on a school campus in Memphis

Memphis High Schools Ranked Among Tennessee’s Best

Memphis, TN, August 22, 2025 News Summary Three high schools from the Memphis Shelby County Schools district have been recognized as top performers in Tennessee’s educational rankings. East High School stands...

Illustration of the forensic audit process for Memphis-Shelby County Schools

Tennessee Allocates $6 Million for MSCS Forensic Audit

Memphis, August 22, 2025 News Summary The state of Tennessee has allocated $6 million for a forensic audit of the Memphis-Shelby County Schools, initiated by lawmakers concerned about accountability. Conducted by...

Powerball lottery ticket being celebrated outside a Memphis gas station

Memphis Resident Wins $2 Million in Powerball

Memphis, August 22, 2025 News Summary A Memphis resident has won $2 million in a recent Powerball lottery drawing, with the winning ticket purchased at a local gas station. As excitement...

Courtroom representing legal dispute over funding

Shelby County Sheriff Sues Mayor Over Budget Shortfall

Memphis, TN, August 22, 2025 News Summary Sheriff Floyd Bonner has filed a lawsuit against Mayor Lee Harris seeking over $67 million in funding that is claimed to be essential for...

Meeting of Memphis education leaders discussing school improvements.

Memphis Schools Restructure Leadership Amid Academic Challenges

Memphis, TN, August 21, 2025 News Summary In a bid to address ongoing academic difficulties, Memphis-Shelby County Schools is restructuring its leadership by establishing five regional superintendent positions. This move is...

Residents of North Memphis discussing their concerns over the jail relocation proposal

Memphis Community Opposes Jail Relocation Plans

Memphis, August 21, 2025 News Summary Plans to relocate the Shelby County Jail to the former Firestone plant site in North Memphis have drawn significant opposition from local residents. Concerns about...

Crowd at The Beatles concert in Memphis

Memphis Concert by The Beatles Ignites Controversy

Memphis, TN, August 19, 2025 News Summary The Beatles’ concert in Memphis became a point of contention following John Lennon’s remark about the band’s popularity compared to Jesus. Despite the massive...

Audience at The Beatles concert in Memphis

Chaos Erupts During The Beatles’ Historic Memphis Concert

Memphis, August 18, 2025 News Summary The Beatles’ concert in Memphis became a memorable event characterized by tension and unrest following John Lennon’s controversial remark about their popularity. Despite the tumultuous...

Educators and auditors collaborating on a forensic audit in an office.

Tennessee Launches Forensic Audit of Memphis-Shelby Schools

Memphis, Tennessee, August 14, 2025 News Summary The Tennessee Comptroller’s Office is carrying out a forensic audit of Memphis-Shelby County Schools, backed by $6 million, to investigate allegations of financial mismanagement...

SPORTS

Football game in Memphis with cloudy skies

Memphis Community Faces Health Crisis as Football Games Continue

Memphis, TN, August 22, 2025 News Summary Memphis is set for a warm weekend with temperatures reaching the upper 80s to 90s, while a local high school athlete is hospitalized due...

Golf players competing at the FedEx St. Jude Championship on a sunny day.

Akshay Bhatia Takes Lead at FedEx St. Jude Championship

News Summary Akshay Bhatia has started the FedEx St. Jude Championship strong, shooting an 8-under-par 62 to lead the tournament at TPC Southwind. Close on his heels is Tommy Fleetwood,...

Runners at the Great American River Run in rainy Memphis

Memphis Prepares for Rainy Weather Ahead of Great American River Run

News Summary The 10th Great American River Run in Memphis is scheduled for Saturday, May 24, with forecasts predicting heavy rainfall and thunderstorms. Participants in the half-marathon, 10K, and 5K...

Basketball players from Memphis and Louisville competing in a game

Memphis Tigers and Louisville Cardinals Revive Rivalry

News Summary The Memphis Tigers and Louisville Cardinals have agreed to a six-game basketball series beginning in the 2025-26 season, ending a hiatus since 2017. The series will include home...

Young athletes competing in the Nike Elite Youth Basketball League in Memphis.

Memphis Hosts Nike Elite Youth Basketball League This Weekend

News Summary The Nike Elite Youth Basketball League is taking place in Memphis, attracting top AAU basketball teams and offering young athletes a chance to showcase their skills. With over...

Fans at AutoZone Park celebrating Star Wars Day

Memphis Redbirds Celebrate Star Wars Day at AutoZone Park

News Summary Join the Memphis Redbirds for a fun-filled Star Wars Day on May 4 at AutoZone Park. Fans can enjoy themed activities, special character appearances, and a charity jersey...

Exciting roller derby event with teams and fans at the Pipkin Building

Memphis Roller Derby Begins Season with Double Header

News Summary The Memphis Roller Derby kicked off its season with an exhilarating double header event at the Pipkin Building. Fans gathered to support their favorite teams, including the Memphis...

Runners competing in the Viper 200 ultramarathon in muddy conditions.

Jason Tanner Faces Adversity at Viper 200 Ultramarathon

News Summary The Viper 200 ultramarathon challenged runners with harsh weather conditions, where participants like Jason Tanner demonstrated resilience amidst the relentless rain. The event showcased not just physical endurance...

Fighting Illini women's golf team on the course during Spring Break Shootout

Fighting Illini Women’s Golf Team Prepares for Spring Break Shootout

News Summary The Fighting Illini women’s golf team is gearing up for their first appearance at the Spring Break Shootout in Dade City, Florida, held on March 17-18, 2025. Competing...

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