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Couple credits employee after baby’s birth starts at AT&T store

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The phrase “reach out and touch someone” has a new meaning after a woman went into labor at an AT&T store in Memphis. The family showed up needing help with a phone, and wound up leaving in an ambulance as the new mom gave birth. The couple credits the help of a […]

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Beyond Musk, Memphis’ Data Center Boom Threatens Black Areas

Memphis’ booming data center industry isn’t just about Elon Musk anymore. And for the city’s predominantly Black neighborhoods, that raises new questions about who benefits from the technology boom and who bears its environmental costs. A company called 5C MEM01 Inc. is pursuing a $575 million expansion...

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Incentives help developer bring eco-build homes to North Memphis

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A Tennessee housing developer is back in Memphis with a mission in mind to make measurable change in the community where he grew up. One million dollars in funding from the Tennessee Valley Authority and Memphis Light, Gas & Water could help him do just that. “I grew up here. I went […]

Memphis, TN · 14h

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Cordova residents pushing for road repairs

CORDOVA, Tenn. — Residents in a Cordova neighborhood have been on a rocky road with the city of Memphis. They want help getting their street repaired, but said the city, county, and even the apartment complex that uses the road have washed their hands of the responsibility. WREG investigator April Thompson shows why things are […]

Memphis, TN · 12h

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Forget Fancy Dining, This Beloved Italian Restaurant Keeps Things Simple With Hearty Homemade Classics

Toasted ravioli, hot tamales, and a muffuletta all share one menu at a cozy old-school Italian spot. That mix alone tells you this kitchen marches to its own drumbeat. Everything leans homemade, from the ravioli to the meatballs. The sauces follow house recipes, and the plates come out hearty and unfussy. Some dishes even land in delicious territory chain spots never touch, like an eggplant polenta torta.

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Memphis parents complained of a school laptop shortage. Now MSCS wants to buy 25,000 more.

Did you know search engines like Google are changing the way you see news? Keep Chalkbeat’s valuable education coverage at the top of your feeds by clicking here and checking the box next to our name. Memphis-Shelby County Schools leaders on Tuesday proposed a mid-year purchase of 25,000 laptops for high schoolers after parents complained that a sudden change in district technology policy this year left teachers and families scrambling. Before the first day of classes in August, MSCS quietly ended a COVID-era policy that assigned each student an individual laptop or tablet to use for online class work and testing. Amid nationwide efforts to dial back classroom technology and a new state law requiring clear technology policies for elementary school, district leaders said at the time that the decision was partially about being “more intentional” with digital resources. Chalkbeat Tennessee reported in early September that the last-minute laptop policy change hindered testing and lesson plans at White Station High School . The change took some teachers and parents by surprise and also raised concerns about students who could not bring their own devices from home. Many of the district’s laptops purchased during the pandemic are also aging out or

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Pooh Shiesty's attorneys, federal prosecutors reach agreement over pretrial detention conditions

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Attorneys for Memphis rapper Pooh Shiesty and federal prosecutors have reached an agreement concerning the conditions of his pretrial detention, according to newly filed federal court records. The rapper, whose legal name is Lontrell Williams Jr., appeared in proceedings before Senior U.S. District Judge David C....

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Easy Way grocery brand revived for downtown Memphis project

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — There are plans for an iconic Memphis grocery chain to return to the Bluff City. Easy Way, known for its fresh produce and bright orange buildings, opened its first store in 1932. The last store closed back in 2018 — but a nonprofit has plans to bring it back to downtown. The […]

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Memphis Schools Plan $22M Laptop Buy After Parents Slam Shortage

Memphis-Shelby County Schools leaders are proposing a mid-year purchase of 25,000 laptops for high school students, a $22 million plan that comes after parents complained about a sudden technology policy change that left teachers and families scrambling this fall. The district says the new devices should reach high schools by February 2027, just ahead of standardized testing season.

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Sun Today, Cold Tomorrow: Memphis Braces for Weekend Freeze

An observation at Memphis International Airport showed 63 degrees under overcast skies. Northwesterly winds were expected to persist through the day. The National Weather Service’s Shelby County forecast calls for sunshine this afternoon, with temperatures holding in the lower 60s. Thursday night is forecast to be mostly clear, while regional overnight lows after the Thursday boundary are expected to range from the upper 20s to mid-30s.

Memphis, TN · 11h

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New North Parkway bike lanes spark debate

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — New bike lanes on North Parkway are causing quite the commotion on social media. It’s a mixed bag of responses. Some say they love the design. Others say it makes no sense. Here’s the setup: two lanes for traffic, one lane for parking, and a bike lane. It seems simple enough, but […]

Memphis, TN · 12h

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State Charter Commission Director Recommends Against Renewing Bluff City High School

If Commissioners agree in January, the Memphis public charter school would close after this school year, and its students would need new schools beginning in August 2027.

Memphis, TN · 22h

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RaceTrac Hits a New City in Tennessee

The chain plans to open additional stores by the end of the year. RaceTrac has announced an expansion of its footprint in Tennessee with the opening of its first location in Memphis. The new site “marks an exciting milestone as RaceTrac continues to bring its travel center experience to new communities,” the company noted in a statement.

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100s of Memphis families receive food, essential items as part of outreach event

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - Hundreds of Memphis families received food and household essentials during a giveaway event Tuesday. FedEx teamed up with Feed the Children and Streets Ministries to host the “Resource Rally” mobile giveaway event in the Grand Heights neighborhood. More than 2,800 pounds of food, personal...

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Merge Memphis 6th Annual Chili Cookoff

Join us as Merge Memphis collaborates with our new partner, Grind City Brewery, for a fantastic tasting event. 20 teams will compete for the best chili in Memphis. Check us out at mergremem.org or visit our Facebook page, Merge Memphis. 100% of all proceeds from the chili cook-off will go to our operating funds.

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Memphis transit advocates seek answers on MATA leadership

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - Two transit advocacy groups are calling for answers about the future of the Memphis Area Transit Authority amid ongoing concerns about bus service. Citizens for Better Service and the Memphis Bus Riders Union are urging Mayor Paul Young to clarify when MATA operating trustee Rodrick Holmes will step down, when the new board will hold its first public meeting, and when it will hire a new MATA president with transit experience.

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Judge W. Otis Higgs Jr.: A Giant of a Man Whose Leadership Opened Doors for Generations

From Breaking Barriers as Shelby County’s First Black Sheriff to Mentoring Aspiring Attorneys, Higgs Built a Legacy of Leadership, Opportunity, and Service. MEMPHIS, TN. Leadership is not always measured by the titles a person holds, the elections they win, or the recognition they receive. Sometimes, its greatest measure is found in the people they help, the opportunities they create, and the doors they open for those who follow. Judge W. Otis Higgs Jr. understood that responsibility. Throughout his life, he demonstrated that leadership was not simply about achieving personal success but about using his influence, knowledge, and position to help others advance.

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J&J Show discuss Huff's "Going someplace bigger" comments

Huff, "If I’m leaving Memphis, I ain’t going to high school. I’m going to something bigger.

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