A cotton picker turned mechanic turned musician, “Daddy” Mack Orr became a fixture in Memphis nightclubs and international ambassador for Delta blues.

FedEx founder Fred Smith, whose express shipping company set the standard for absolutely, positively overnight delivery, has died.

From a second fire station in Hernando to WDIA's Starlite Revue, here's a look back at what was making headlines in Memphis.

Shelby County Mayor Lee Harris vetoed a grant sponsored by Commissioner Edmund Ford Jr. due to Ford's pending federal charges for bribery and tax evasion. Harris stated that suspending activity is ...

Memphis is mourning the death of FedEx founder Fred Smith, who died June 21 at the age of 80.

Memphis football is adding some speed to its 2026 recruiting class with the commitment of 3-star receiver Jude Hall.

Collierville defensive lineman Marshall Smith has committed to Memphis football, he announced on June 21. Smith chose the Tigers over offers from Mississippi State, UNLV and others.

The man accused of trying to kidnap Memphis Mayor Paul Young appeared in court for the first time but did not enter a plea.

Could former Grizzlies coach Taylor Jenkins be back in the NBA next season? Jenkins was fired by the Grizzlies in March. He’s now a candidate for the Knicks coaching vacancy, according to a ...

A popular and long-operating Midtown restaurant and bar is closing. The nearly-14-year-old Cooper Young cocktail bar and ...

The average maximum tuition charged by Memphis private schools is $14,567, according to a review of available data. But many ...

Memphis Mayor Paul Young invited Smith to visit the city, and Smith accepted the invitation. Stephen A. Smith is taking ...