Memphis-Shelby County Schools scored a Level 5 distinction on the Tennessee Value-Added Assessment System for the second consecutive year. 

Each of the seven serious contenders for Memphis’ next mayor owe voters answers to important, and different, questions about their pasts. 

The center is named in memory of Rachel Kay Stevens, an occupational student who dreamed of working with underserved children but who died shortly after beginning her training at UTHSC.

The home team dominates, especially in the second half, but settles for a share of the spoils in its first home game in a month.

The Tennessee Valley Authority’s board of directors will vote on a proposal to replace local combustion turbines with aeroderivative turbines, which are more modern, and help integrate renewable energy into the grid.

The bills seek to improve background checks, create an awareness campaign about free gun locks and require a report on human trafficking; they mostly continue things the state government already does.

The Landers Center and BankPlus Amphitheater could be key to resurrecting the area as a stopping point for concert tours.

Republican Congressman David Kustoff says the House of Representatives has passed key legislation despite facing an uphill battle with the White House.

Both businesses are in the midst of physical expansions, Muggin’ in Uptown and Archd in Downtown.

Herman Hollins-Brown, 41, is charged with two counts of first-degree murder, two counts of abuse of a corpse and being a convicted felon in possession of a handgun.

As we continue, in Jennifer Biggs’ great absence, to cover food and dining in Memphis, there’s a lot for us to figure out. But Jennifer’s generous, interested spirit — her insistence on taking the time and energy for a visit — will guide us. 

Memphis coach Ryan Silverfield said Anthony Landphere is the starting tight end, Makylan Pounders gets the nod at left tackle and he named the three running backs who are expected to see the field the most.

Michael Oher, the lineman portrayed in “The Blind Side,” pushes Sean and Leigh Anne Tuohy to disclose financial information from his 19-year conservatorship. 

Barry Lichterman recalls days as a child spent exploring the area that is now the Lichterman Nature Center, and a new addition to the center aims to give other children the same opportunity.

Kim Terrell, the only executive director for DeSoto County Tourism, will step down at the end of the month after a 20-year career.

The amount is a record high for the program and comes as Moore Tech plans to start a new weatherization training program in November. 

Both Memphis University School and Melrose are coming off impressive opening victories.

Morant’s now second NBA suspension, which will cost him the first 25 games of next season, risks an abdication of this conversational throne. 

“Our goal is to provide a great experience for all fans, whether it’s your 40th year as a season ticket holder or you’re attending your first game,” athletic director Laird Veatch said in a statement.

A May event that doubled as staff appreciation as well as Memphis City Council chair Martavius Jones’ birthday party cost the city $1,800. 

The Chickasaw Gardens Homeowners Association wants to add gates on two roads leading into the neighborhood, which is located north of Central Avenue near the Memphis Museum of Science and History.

Petals of a Peony, Memphis’ first entirely authentic Sichuan restaurant, opened this week on Germantown Parkway with gorgeous plates, plenty of offal and dishes perfect for “the intrepid spice enthusiast.” 

Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare, Saint Francis Healthcare and Saint Francis Hospital-Memphis announce new additions. 

Monique Williams was sworn in to the Bartlett Board of Mayor and Aldermen, becoming the first Black person to serve as on the board, and the only woman currently serving.

Joel Bowman, 32, appeared in Shelby County General Sessions Criminal Court Judge Division 11 Judge Karen Massey’s courtroom Tuesday for the first time since his release from the hospital Aug. 18.