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07/08/2024

Gangsta Boo was raised in the Whitehaven neighborhood and joined Memphis rap collective Three 6 Mafia as a 15-year-old MC phenom in 1994.

07/08/2024

If you've recently driven by Silo Square in Southaven, you've likely noticed lots of construction. Here's what is coming to the new building by Tekila

07/08/2024

Currently, MSCS outsources its custodial services. But this is something Superintendent Marie Feagins wants to change, though it could cost more.

07/08/2024

Sen. Taylor's criticisms are often broad, and those examples that are specific — such as Mulroy not prosecuting drag shows — often lack in context.

07/08/2024

Also of note this week, troubles continue for Memphis Animal Services, which has been without a full-time veterinarian, leading to a permit lapse.

07/08/2024

Music Box School on Stage, which opened a Germantown location in 2019, will open a second location in Collierville in July.

07/07/2024

The Memphis Grizzlies are reshuffling their coaching staff with only two holdovers from last season.

07/07/2024

Three rookies and six Memphis Grizzlies players from last season are included on the 2024 summer league roster.

07/07/2024

The Gentle Barn near Murfreesboro launched after more than 80,000 people online watched Dudley, a cow with a prosthetic leg, eat some peaches

07/07/2024

Tropical Storm Beryl is expected to move further west over the next two days.

07/06/2024

The Grizzlies on Saturday announced they've officially signed draft picks Zach Edey and Jaylen Wells to multi-year contracts.

07/06/2024

Multiple Memphis athletic department staff members will soon leave for Missouri, joining former AD Laird Veatch, sources told The Commercial Appeal.

07/06/2024

During the "dog days of summer," people can expect hotter, more humid temperatures. But why do we use this phrase?

07/06/2024

Who can say no to cute animals?!? https://www.commercialappeal.com/story/news/local/2024/07/03/the-gentle-barn-tennessee-christiana-rutherford-county-abused-animals/74067153007/

07/06/2024

The Memphis Grizzlies are hoping to strengthen their staff with the addition of rising European coach, Tuomas Iisalo.

07/05/2024

Three-star wide receiver Rahim Hutchins Jr. has committed to Memphis football, he announced Friday.

07/05/2024

Nick Saban needed some help with his homework, so he called Lane Kiffin.

As one does.

Nick Saban needed help with his ESPN homework, so he called Lane Kiffin. He also shared some advice for the Ole Miss coach and his Rebels.

07/05/2024

Phillips, a native Memphian, has been named the executive director of partnerships and development.

07/05/2024

A Memphis dog park made the list as one of the best in the country by USA TODAY. Here's where you can find it.

07/05/2024

A Memphis neighborhood was named the second most underrated spot in the country for nightlife. Check out which one here.

07/05/2024

The CA's photographers Stu Boyd II and Chris Day got some amazing shots of Fourth of July festivities from Memphis to Millington.

07/05/2024

A little over a year after playing at DII Sonoma State, Jaylen Wells was selected by the Memphis Grizzlies in the NBA draft.

07/05/2024

Also on this week's docket of public safety news: West Tennessee Legal Services is now operating in Shelby County and the Brooks can keep building.

07/05/2024

Wendell Shepherd Jr., a May graduate of the Missouri School of Journalism, is the Commercial Appeal's new high school athletics beat writer.

07/04/2024

Tennessee high school athletes recently jeopardized their TSSAA eligibility by signing up for the NIL Club app. Here's what we know.

07/04/2024

Here are our best photos from the 75th Annual High Point Terrace Neighborhood Independence Day Celebration in Memphis, Tenn., on Thursday, July 4, 2024.

07/04/2024

Wanting to buy some alcohol for your 4th of July celebration? Here's what you need to know about Tennessee's state laws.

Texas-based Hillwood seeks to bring its industrial development plan to the Wilson County Commission after it failed planning, but not until December.

07/04/2024

The City of Memphis hosted the Liberty for All Independence Day Celebration at Liberty Park on Wednesday, July 3, 2024, in Memphis, Tenn.

07/04/2024

Here are our best photos from the Collierville Independence Day Celebration at H.W. Cox Park on Wednesday, July 3, 2024.

07/04/2024

Here's how students in Collierville, Germantown, Bartlett, Arlington and Millington schools performed on the most recent statewide tests.

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Who can say no to cute animals?!? https://www.commercialappeal.com/story/news/local/2024/07/03/the-gentle-barn-tennessee-christiana-rutherford-county-abused-animals/74067153007/

Multiple items belonging to Elvis Presley could be up for auction, like his Graceland mansion. The notice alleges that Promenade Trust, which controls the Graceland estate at 3734 Elvis Presley Blvd., owes $3.8 million after failing to repay a loan taken out on May 16, 2018. Read the full story: https://www.commercialappeal.com/story/entertainment/2024/05/20/elvis-presley-graceland-memphis-auction/73778623007/

Kyle Rittenhouse's speaking event at the University of Memphis took a sharp turn when he left the stage as his views on what he considered was racist were questioned. The event was originally met with backlash that soon turned into hundreds protesting outside the UC Theatre at the University of Memphis. https://www.commercialappeal.com/story/news/local/2024/03/20/kyle-rittenhouse-event-at-university-of-memphis-draws-large-protest/73048967007/

Jason Kelce helps 8-year-old meet Taylor Swift during playoffs

Girl, 8, describes 'magical' moment Jason Kelce picked her up to say hi to Taylor Swift https://www.commercialappeal.com/story/entertainment/music/2024/01/23/jason-kelce-helps-8-year-old-meet-taylor-swift-during-playoffs/72325376007/

Snowplows work together to clear the roads in Knoxville, Tennessee

🎵"We're all in this together"🎵 See how a group of TDOT snowplows work in tandem to clear the roads after a winter storm.

Happy Holidays Everyone! Food writer Jennifer Chandler shares the best thing she ate this week which make perfect gifts or stocking stuffers.

Derrick Rose welcomes Ja Morant home

Count Memphis Grizzlies guard Derrick Rose as one of the many people at FedExForum excited to watch Ja Morant play Thursday night against the Indiana Pacers. After pregame warmups, Rose walked to mid-court and took the microphone. He started by wishing Grizzlies fans a happy holiday season and then shifted toward something else. Read more: https://www.commercialappeal.com/story/sports/nba/grizzlies/2023/12/21/ja-morant-derrick-rose-fedexforum-memphis-grizzlies-indiana-pacers-nba/72005884007/

Grizzlies fans welcome Ja Morant back during pregame introductions

Watch: Memphis Grizzlies fans welcome Ja Morant back during pregame introductions

Ja Morant talks making home debut against the Indiana Pacers

Watch: Ja Morant speaks Thursday morning about making his home debut against the Indiana Pacers.

Ja Morant's intro in his return from suspension

Watch: Ja Morant's intro in his return from suspension for the Memphis Grizzlies in Tuesday's game at the New Orleans Pelicans.

Ja Morant makes entrance in New Orleans alongside Derrick Rose

Watch: Memphis Grizzlies’ Ja Morant enters New Orleans arena with Derrick Rose

Memphis Grizzlies' Ja Morant addresses the media for the first time since his suspension.

Ja Morant addresses the media for the first time since his suspension. He's expected to make his season debut on Dec. 19 against the New Orleans Pelicans in the Grizzlies' first nationally televised game of the season.

Surveillance camera shows storm, high winds in Madison, Tennessee

Surveillance video from a tire shop shows the moment a storm hit the Madison area Saturday night as several tornadoes tore through Middle Tennessee. Ongoing updates: https://www.commercialappeal.com/story/news/2023/12/10/updates-fatalities-reported-in-middle-tennessee-after-saturday-tornadoes/71868379007/

Banana pudding, scallops, and mussels over Herb Risotto and a Fried Green Tomato BLT are among the best things Food Writer Jennifer Chandler ate this week.

Food writer Jennifer Chandler shares the best thing she ate this week, from Carnes Asada Tacos to delicious Shrimp Maque Choux from Libro.

USA TODAY's newest reporter is excited to get down to the nitty gritty of Beyoncé!

Tennessee couple sees rare albino deer

A Tennessee couple got to see a rare sight not once, not twice but three times when a rare albino deer showed up on their property in the past week. https://www.commercialappeal.com/story/news/local/2023/10/30/middle-tennessee-couple-spots-rare-ghost-of-the-forest-albino-deer/71385918007/

Food writer Jennifer Chandler shares the best thing she ate this week, with each spot being a new place in Memphis.

Food writer Jennifer Chandler shares the best thing she ate this week, from “Ape Wild” Banana Cream pie to authentic Mediterranean fare at Castle Restaurant.