What’s in Lee Harris’ ‘lean and mean’ county budget proposal?
Lowering the property-tax rate a few cents and another proposed school, the third of his tenure, highlighted Shelby County Mayor Lee Harris’ final budget proposal.
DEA agents fatally shoot suspect at Frayser Burger King
DEA agents working under the Memphis Safe Task Force shot and killed a suspect at a Frayser Burger King Wednesday morning after he allegedly pulled a gun, officials said.
Still miss Charlie’s Meat Market? Chuck is butchering at Buster’s.
“My dad was the original Charlie,” Charlie’s Meat Market owner Chuck Hogan said. “He opened Triangle Meat Company on Lamar (Avenue) in 1967.”
Newby’s is back from the dead — again
Despite being declared dead at least twice before, Newby’s could reopen on the Highland Strip as soon as mid-June with a new owner.
Table Talk: It’s homecoming at Memphis in May
It’s the 48th year for the World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest, and it’s a homecoming of sorts for some of the teams that participated in rival barbecue festival SmokeSlam for the past two years.
‘A changing of the guard in Midtown:’ Cooper-Young landmark sells
An anonymous local company bought a highly visible retail property in Cooper-Young with plans for an Asian restaurant in the former Alchemy space.
New artist lounge will help Overton Park Shell preserve its past — and plan for the next 90 years
The historic venue launches the nearly $2 million artist lounge expansion to give artists “the experience they deserve.”
Gang members get 50-year federal sentence for 2019 murder
Two members of a Memphis street gang have each been sentenced to 50 years in federal prison for the 2019 retaliatory killing of a fellow gang member.
Bartlett approves first reading of $189M budget
Bartlett’s property tax rate could remain unchanged.
Corrections Center inmate found unresponsive, dies 2 days later
The inmate was taken to the hospital after being found.
CBHS walks off Lipscomb Academy in Division 2-AA playoff game
Nine-hole hitter Myles Holt comes through and now CBHS is one victory away from Spring Fling.
This Hernando craft festival is a weekend A’Fair
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.
Whiteside trial pushed back again
The federal trial for a former DeSoto County youth pastor and basketball coach has been pushed back.
Grizzlies Draft intel: Who has Memphis interviewed and worked out?
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.
NBA Draft Combine notebook: Cameron Boozer, Caleb Wilson share the floor
On a sad day for the NBA, the annual NBA Draft Combine continued. Even as news began to spread around the combine of the death of Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke, draft prospects continued to conduct measurements and drills at Chicago’s Wintrust Arena.
Germantown not paying schools what voters were promised
Germantown Municipal School District believes it is being shortchanged in the amount of money it has been given by the suburb. It holds that residents voted for the school district to receive more funds annually, as property values increase.
Memphis residents claim harassment, arrest and abuse by Trump-ordered Memphis Safe Task Force
Emails from The Associated Press to the U.S. Department of Justice and a spokesperson for the task force were not returned on Wednesday morning.
Gaining by reducing: St. Jude receives $1 million for energy-saving projects
Eight projects saved St. Jude millions and earned the research hospital a reward from the Tennessee Valley Authority.
Former Briarcrest standout Jaye Nash relishes UConn opportunity
Former Briarcrest point guard looking to utilize his playmaking and defensive skills next season at one of the nation’s very best programs.
Growing district, growing budget: Bartlett City Schools approves $115 million budget
Bartlett City Schools is considering its annual fiscal year budget with a bump in salaries while trying to work on expensive special education programs.
Here’s who received new Tennessee vouchers
Data indicates that relatively few lower-income families applied or were eligible to participate in the program.
Lausanne tennis matches state record with fifth-straight title
Lausanne’s girls win their third-straight on a dominating morning in Division 2-A.
What Daily Memphians think*
“Keep a strong hold on liquor costs and have someone experienced for the kitchen.” — William Roberds about Newby’s is back from the dead — again
“I’m disappointed that all the attention has been on the new TN-9 and none on the new TN-5 …. the incumbent is Republican Andy Ogles, an enemy to the best interests of Memphis and its residents.” — Mary Claire Borys about Pearson staying in 9th, plus a few Memphis surprises on first congressional candidates list
“Beautifully written article that brought tears to my eyes.” — Catherine Edgerton about Reflecting on Brandon Clarke, whose unlikely rise ended too soon
* Select comments upvoted by Daily Memphian readers.
Opinion: Seeking answers on redistricting in the National Civil Rights Museum
“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.”
Redbirds recap: Six-run ninth inning dooms Redbirds in loss to Jumbo Shrimp
Memphis drops consecutive games for just fourth time in the 2026 season.
Sudoku: May 14
Are you ready for it? Here are today’s sudokus.
Daily WordRow: May 14
Are you a Wordle fan? Try WordRow, a similar game. It’s free to play.
Daily Jigsaw: Riverbeat beats
Today’s puzzle is of the John Butler Band at the 2026 Riverbeat Music Festival and was taken by Wes Hale.
Metro
A quick history of Tennessee redistricting and a closer look at unofficial vote totals
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.
State Government Redistricting update: Court date set in one suit, plaintiffs file emergency motion in another
State Government Tennessee House Speaker removes Democrats from standing committees
Education Two Memphis charter schools take different paths toward closure for academics
Education MSCS extends attorney’s contract as it prepares for legal challenge of takeover
Business
Downtown coffee, cocktail bar to offer ‘pause’ in the day
The former longtime home of Downtown’s Bluff City Coffee will soon be home to coffee again, but this time, with cocktails, too.
Premium Real Estate Inked: New retailer coming to former Fox + Cat Vintage spot in Cooper-Young
Premium Real Estate Local home sales down, foreclosures up for the year
Premium Health Care ‘Long overdue’ $11 million children’s mental health center opening in Memphis
Movers and Shakers Movers & Shakers: Moves made in medical, media and logistics
Sports
‘A light to everybody': Brandon Clarke’s coach describes the man he knew
Brandon Clarke’s mentor, Tony Darden, reflects on the best memories with his former player.
Memphis Tigers Basketball Former North Carolina commit picks Memphis
Memphis Tigers Basketball Hardaway ‘feels better’ about Tigers roster now than at this time last year
High School Sports Red-hot St. George’s is two wins away from a state tournament trip
Premium Sports Redbirds recap: Jacksonville clobbers Memphis to start series
Food
Briza adds Houston’s-style chicken tender special
“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.
Premium Food News Ghost River goes back to its beginnings — and adds music
Suburbs
Declining birth rates impact enrollment in Shelby County’s suburban schools
Enrollment is trending downward across Shelby County’s suburban schools, and that impacts funding as the municipal districts are finalizing their budgets.
Premium Germantown Germantown sanitation rates are going up despite some pushback
Arts & Culture
Memphis Movies This Week: Fresh filmmakers debut, ‘Top Gun’ flies again
Genre movies from debut feature filmmakers, “Obsession” and “Is God Is,” are in theaters this week.
Spirit of Memphis Tom Lee Day will move to October, but poetry honored today
Opinion
Opinion: ‘What have I learned today?’
“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.”
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: Amazon takes a harder look at logistics
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.”