Shelby Co. faces $43 million budget shortfall, Memphis

Shelby Co. faces $43 million budget shortfall

The Shelby County Commission is tackling budget woes after the county finds itself in a $43 million shortfall. Officials say ...

Shelby County seeking loan to cover 'unanticipated costs' from shutdown, task force

A combination of the government shutdown and the unanticipated costs of the task force have put the county in a negative ...

Best of Memphis 2025

The Memphis Flyer is Memphis’ alternative newsweekly, serving the metro Memphis area of nearly a million residents. The Flyer was started in 1989 by Contemporary Media, Inc., the locally owned ...

Shelby County may not have enough money to meet November payroll

Shelby County may not be able to pay its employees if its commission doesn't act quickly on a $43 million issue.

Grizzlies vs. Celtics Prediction, Odds and Best NBA Prop Bets for Wednesday, Nov. 12

The Boston Celtics are still adjusting to life without Jayson Tatum and will host another team that’s fallen short of expectations so far in 2025-26 on Wednesda ...

Why a 50-year mortgage won't solve all of the woes for young homebuyers

Home buyers would love to save money any way they can. But they'll need to really run the numbers if they're tempted by a ...

Shopping Around for Mortgage Refi Rates Could Save Homeowners Thousands

According to a recent LendingTree study, if American homeowners refinance their properties at the best rate available, they ...

Memphis Zoo welcomes newborn panda cub

The Memphis Zoo has announced the birth of a new animal, marking an exciting addition to its growing family. Visitors can soon see the newborn as staff share updates on its health and care.

We followed Elvis from Tupelo to Graceland. It wasn't far but the distance was great.

The King of Rock n' Roll rose above his humble start in life. He's still revered for his music and what he represents.

Ask the Memphian: Has Memphis ever been the victim of an art heist like the Louvre?

On July 23, 1997, officials with the Memphis Brooks Museum of Art suddenly noticed that a $40,000 piece of art on loan to the ...

No. 25 Memphis and Tulane meet in AAC action

Tulane is 112th in defensive third down percentage, allowing opponents to convert 43.6% of the time. Memphis ranks 43rd on offense, converting on 43.6% of third downs. Tulane is 60th in the FBS with a ...

Inside the Marines’ Drone Crucible Training

U.S. Marines with the Marine Corps Attack Drone Team, Weapons Training Battalion, Training Command, participate in the 2025 ...

Fintech company MyBambu seeks money to stay in business after warning of shutdown

MyBambu served Hispanic immigrants in the U.S. It warned in a state filing of as many as 141 layoffs if it can't find the ...

All signs point to changes in the Downtown Memphis skyline. See what's planned

A notable change could be coming to the Memphis skyline soon. The Farnsworth Building, located at 88 Union Ave., will soon have a new addition to its rooftop "Lokion" sign. The Union Avenue building ...

New Memphis Fire Department chief nominated by Mayor Paul Young

Memphis Mayor Paul Young has nominated Colin Burress to be the next chief for the Memphis Fire Department, the City of Memphis said in a press release. Burress' nomination comes a day after Chief Gina ...

City of Memphis public safety advisor and fire chief resign

Two City of Memphis officials resigned this week, according to the city's chief communications officer. Memphis Fire Chief Gina Sweat and Darren Goods, the city's public safety advisor, will no longer ...

Memphis Is My Boyfriend: Let Them Bake

The Memphis Flyer is Memphis’ alternative newsweekly, serving the metro Memphis area of nearly a million residents. The Flyer was started in 1989 by Contemporary Media, Inc., the locally owned ...

Federal Forces Set to Arrive in Memphis Next Week, Governor Says

The deployment will eventually include more than a dozen federal agencies, Gov. Bill Lee of Tennessee said, as well as the National Guard. By Emily Cochrane Reporting from Memphis Federal agents will ...

How a New Memphis program focused on early career educators aims to keep talent in Memphis

New Memphis' Stride program aims to retain early-career teachers in Memphis through professional development and social engagement. The program boasts high retention rates, with 67% of 2019-20 ...

President Trump deploys the National Guard to Memphis

President Donald Trump plans to send National Guard troops to Memphis, Tennessee, as part of a federal initiative to combat crime, drawing varied responses from local leaders. President Trump said ...