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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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This Cozy Tennessee Hidden Gem Serves Up Hearty Breakfasts and Mouthwatering BBQ

In a city famous for its smoky barbecue and Southern comfort food, finding a restaurant that serves both hearty breakfasts and mouthwatering meats feels like hitting the jackpot. Tucked away in East Memphis, Three Little Pigs Bar-B-Q is a neighborhood favorite where old-school cooking, generous portions, and a welcoming atmosphere keep diners coming back for more.

Memphis, TN · 11h

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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.

WREG

Global Microsoft issues hit gov’t offices and businesses in Memphis

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Issues with Microsoft Outlook and Microsoft 365 led to a massive global outage. Daniel Vardy, the front desk manager at the Central Station Hotel on South Main, realized something was going on with their Microsoft email around noon on Thursday. “Instantly, yeah, so definitely,” Vardy said. The hotel is under new management. […]

Memphis, TN · 15h

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Doctors warn mixing common cold and flu medications could lead to dangerous complications

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -With cold and flu season ramping up, many people are reaching for over-the-counter medications to help them feel better. But doctors warn some common cold and flu medicines can have dangerous interactions with prescriptions people may already be taking. In some cases, the consequences can even be life-threatening.

Memphis, TN · 20h

WREG

Navy identifies Memphis sailor killed at Pearl Harbor

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Just ahead of Veterans Day, the U.S. Navy identified a sailor from Memphis who was killed during the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor nearly 85 years ago. Fireman Third Class John Winter Martin was just twenty years old and aboard the USS California during the attack. The Navy said the ship was […]

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Financial literacy advocate sees ‘gold mine’ in Memphis, urges residents to seize it

As Mayor Paul Young works toward his goal of adding 10,000 housing units in Memphis by 2030, John Hope Bryant says he is ready to buy two homes himself. Bryant, founder of Atlanta-based financial literacy nonprofit Operation HOPE, sees promising investment opportunities in the city, and he wants Memphians to recognize the potential too.

Memphis, TN · 22h

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This Unassuming Tennessee Restaurant Serves Some Of Memphis’s Most Beloved Italian Sandwiches

A restaurant that opens for just three hours a day still manages to fill its parking lot by lunchtime. That alone tells you the sandwiches must be doing some heavy lifting. The menu leans hard into Italian comfort food. Think muffulettas, meatball sandwiches, spicy Italians, square pizza, and banana pudding to close things out.

Memphis, TN · 1d

WREG

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Memphis pastor launches 30 days of gratitude campaign

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Like any city, Memphis has its set of challenges, which can often create room for negativity. But the pastor of a local church hopes to change that with a community campaign this month. Stories of crime and violence can often paint Memphis in a negative light. In fact, that’s one of the […]

Memphis, TN · 8h

Ball Exclusives

Tigers Beat Crimson Tide 75-70 as Smith Scores 17

The Memphis Tigers beat the Alabama Crimson Tide 75-70 at Elma Roane Fieldhouse. The post Tigers Beat Crimson Tide 75-70 as Smith Scores 17 appeared first on Ball Exclusives .

Memphis, TN · 16h

The Commercial Appeal

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Construction to begin in December for Hattie B's in Germantown

Nashville hot chicken chain Hattie B’s Hot Chicken has taken yet another step forward to open a new location in Germantown. The upcoming location was announced in summer of 2025. According to a Hattie B's spokesperson, the target timeline for the restaurant to open is summer 2027 with construction on track to begin on mid-December. A new construction permit was filed on Nov. 2 with the Memphis and Shelby County Division of Planning and Development, for a 2,975-square-foot restaurant at 7662 Poplar Ave. in the Germantown Village shopping center. The estimated cost of construction of the hot chicken specialty restaurant is $1.5 million, according to the permit and will have a 1,100-square-foot patio area. Hattie B’s Hot Chicken — which was founded in August 2012 by father and son Nick Bishop Sr. and Nick Bishop Jr. — is known for its signature Nashville hot chicken and varying degrees of heat. The famed fried chicken is coated in spiced oil after being cooked in varying levels of spiciness, from “Southern” with no heat to "Shut the Cluck Up!!!" — in other words, extremely hot. The proposed Hattie B’s in Germantown would be the second Memphis-area location. Hattie B’s opened in the

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CFP Madness, Some Schools Now Want a Second Playoff!

USA TODAY Sports recently heard from Memphis athletic director Ed Scott regarding a possible Group of Six playoff. He is not alone in looking for a way to add more games for schools outside the major conferences. The 24-team College Football Playoff starts in 2027, and that change has sparked talks about a second tournament just for the Group of Six.

Memphis, TN · 1d

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First Alert Forecast: Much colder Friday, into weekend; widespread frost, freeze threat

FRIDAY: A stout cold plunge takes hold Friday. Even with full sunshine, highs will only muster the lower 50s. Northerly winds will continue filtering cool Canadian air into the region all day. Skies stay clear overnight as temperatures drop well into the 20s and 30s, delivering our first widespread frost and freeze of the season. Protect tender vegetation, check outdoor pipes, bring in pets, and check on vulnerable neighbors ahead of the cold.

Memphis, TN · 9h

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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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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 · 18h

WREG

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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 · 20h

Newsweek

More Cities Move To Ban Data Centers After Midterm Backlash

Some cities are advancing data-center restrictions after midterm voters overwhelmingly favored tighter controls.

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Memphis Shelters Lock Out Unhoused Residents Over Missing State IDs

Hundreds of shelter beds across Memphis cannot be occupied without a state ID, Hospitality Hub officials say. City council members are now asking whether new legislation could clear that barrier for unhoused residents who are otherwise locked out of basic services. The issue came into sharp focus when Kelcey Johnson,...

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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.

Tennessee · 1d

Chalkbeat

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