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The political life and times of Myron Lowery

bdries@dailymemphian.com (Bill Dries) — Mon, 29 Sep 2025 19:04:23 -0500

Former Memphis City Council member Myron Lowery, who died Sunday, was also interim Memphis mayor and City Court Clerk during 40 years in the rough and tumble of local politics.

Some documents in Tyré Nichols' civil rights lawsuit could become public

hardiman@dailymemphian.com (Samuel Hardiman) — Mon, 29 Sep 2025 14:00:15 -0500

For about a year, the City of Memphis has sought information from a California family who were close with Nichols. However, attorneys for Nichols’ mother sought to prevent the records from being handed over.

This Week in Memphis: New Smith for FedEx board, new life for Peppertree

editors@dailymemphian.com ( The Daily Memphian Staff) — Sun, 28 Sep 2025 17:07:51 -0500

Also happening this week: Memphis Safe Task Force kicks off, and Civil Rights Museum opens redesigned Founders Park.

Former Memphis councilman, interim mayor Myron Lowery dies at 78

editors@dailymemphian.com ( The Daily Memphian Staff) — Sun, 28 Sep 2025 14:19:18 -0500

Lowery was elected to the Memphis City Council in 1991 and was elected City Court Clerk in 2020.

‘Flash drought' returns to Mississippi River at Memphis

bdries@dailymemphian.com (Bill Dries) — Sat, 27 Sep 2025 09:13:55 -0500

The rain this week boosted the Mississippi River’s level at Memphis. But that is likely to change and return to the drought level driven by a dry August in the Ohio River Valley.

National Guard won't be making arrests, governor says

hardiman@dailymemphian.com (Samuel Hardiman) — Sat, 27 Sep 2025 16:35:30 -0500

Gov. Bill Lee outlined plans for Trump’s Memphis Safe Task Force on Friday, saying that the first personnel could be in the Bluff City on Monday, Sept. 29.

New police shift targets speeding, reckless driving and drag racing

jcallahan@dailymemphian.com (Jody Callahan) — Thu, 25 Sep 2025 05:39:18 -0500

The Memphis Police Department has created a permanent traffic enforcement shift as part of an effort that is targeting four of the city’s main traffic arteries.

City Council is on board with free MATA bus ride trial period

bdries@dailymemphian.com (Bill Dries) — Wed, 24 Sep 2025 10:12:24 -0500

The Memphis City Council is asking MATA to figure out the details of a month-long trial run at no fares and reports on the impact it has on ridership.

City Council gives MLGW go ahead for new operations center

hardiman@dailymemphian.com (Samuel Hardiman) — Tue, 23 Sep 2025 18:52:38 -0500

The resolution the City Council passed authorizes MLGW to buy a Cordova property for up to $31.4 million.

City Council votes down National Guard resolution

bdries@dailymemphian.com (Bill Dries) — Tue, 23 Sep 2025 21:40:08 -0500

The resolution opposing the guard deployment as part of a larger anti-crime initiative by the Trump administration was defeated on a tie vote.

Photo Gallery: Flyway construction begins reach toward Mississippi River

bdries@dailymemphian.com (Bill Dries) — Mon, 22 Sep 2025 19:59:25 -0500

The observation deck and boardwalk are due to open next year. It will offer an unobstructed view of the Mississippi River.

Will City Council vote oppose National Guard deployment?

bdries@dailymemphian.com (Bill Dries) — Mon, 22 Sep 2025 20:03:30 -0500

The Memphis City Council votes on urging Gov. Bill Lee to stop the deployment of the National Guard to the city. The resolution also authorizes the council’s attorney to take legal action to stop the troops if necessary.

This Week in Memphis: Leaders may reject guard; Greenline turns 15

editors@dailymemphian.com ( The Daily Memphian Staff) — Mon, 22 Sep 2025 05:25:43 -0500

Also happening this week: Memphis Music Hall of Fame inducts six new members, and Collierville could reach its liquor store limit.

After 8 years, Parking Day pulls back up

jhaley@dailymemphian.com (Joel Haley) — Sat, 20 Sep 2025 12:11:19 -0500

The Downtown Memphis Commission hosted Parking Day for the first time since 2017 on Friday, with three themed mini parks.

Competing rallies demonstrate partisan divide over National Guard deployment

bdries@dailymemphian.com (Bill Dries) — Fri, 19 Sep 2025 16:59:15 -0500

Opponents of an “occupation” by National Guard troops in the city and Republicans backing the arrival of the Guard both rallied to their cause Thursday in the city.

See The Daily Memphian’s full coverage of the Memphis Safe Task Force

National Guard to be ‘eyes and ears’ on the streets, mayor says

Ltestino@dailymemphian.com (Laura Testino) — Fri, 19 Sep 2025 12:28:52 -0500

Memphis Mayor Paul Young said the National Guard will not be doing any detainment.

Buckley: Les Smith told Memphis stories. His impact on Memphis journalism is one to remember.

tbuckley@dailymemphian.com (Tim Buckley) — Wed, 24 Sep 2025 10:41:15 -0500

Les Smith worked at four Memphis television stations. ‘He is truly one of the city’s great journalists.’ Memorial service plans have been made.

Cohen questions FBI leader about National Guard in Memphis

hardiman@dailymemphian.com (Samuel Hardiman) — Thu, 18 Sep 2025 05:38:47 -0500

U.S. Rep. Steve Cohen, D-Tenn., asked FBI Director Kash Patel about the Memphis Safe Task Force, which President Donald Trump established Monday.

See The Daily Memphian’s full coverage of the Memphis Safe Task Force

‘I don’t want to see a tank in my neighborhood’— County Commission debates Guard deployment

bdries@dailymemphian.com (Bill Dries) — Wed, 17 Sep 2025 20:08:37 -0500

County Commissioners got their first look at two resolutions offering different responses to the coming deployment of National Guard troops to the city.

Main Street will soon get new banners

damro@dailymemphian.com (Dima Amro) — Wed, 17 Sep 2025 20:25:55 -0500

Four designs will be displayed on the Main Street Mall and will highlight and celebrate the city’s identity.