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The Man Behind Memphis Soul: Steve Cropper's Musical Legacy

December 4, 2025

Steve Cropper, a legendary guitarist and songwriter, passed away at the age of 84 in Nashville. He was a key figure in the Memphis soul music scene, particularly at Stax Records during the 1960s and 1970s. His wife, Angel Cropper, confirmed his death but did not disclose the cause. Cropper was a me

crime

Memphis Faces Jail and Court Overload Due to Crime Crackdown

November 25, 2025

In Memphis, a major effort to tackle crime has led to a surge in arrests. This has put a lot of pressure on the city's already busy courts and crowded jail. Since late September, a task force made up of federal, state, and local law enforcement has been active. They have made over 2, 800 arrests and

crime

Memphis Gets a Crime-Fighting Boost

October 1, 2025

A new team of law enforcement officers has started working in Memphis. This team is made up of people from different agencies. They made nine arrests on their first day. They also took two illegal guns off the streets. The team is called the Memphis Safe Task Force. It has members from 13 different

politics

Memphis: A City Under Scrutiny

September 27, 2025

Memphis is about to see a significant increase in law enforcement presence. This comes after President Trump's decision to deploy federal officers and National Guard troops to the city. The move is part of a broader strategy to address crime, but it's not without controversy. The city is much large

politics

Memphis in the Crosshairs: Trump's Crime Crackdown

September 12, 2025

President Donald Trump recently declared that Memphis is the next target in his nationwide crime reduction strategy. He made this announcement during an interview with "Fox & Friends, " stating that the city's leaders are supportive of his plan. Trump mentioned that he would deploy the National Guar

sports

Jaren Jackson Jr. Secures Huge Deal with Memphis Grizzlies

July 1, 2025

Jaren Jackson Jr. is set to stay with the Memphis Grizzlies for a long time. He and the team are close to finalizing a big contract. This deal is worth $240 million over five years. It includes an option for Jackson to leave in the final year. The contract adds four more years to his current deal.

business

A Man Who Changed the World and His Hometown

June 22, 2025

Frederick W. Smith, the man who started FedEx, has passed away at the age of 80. He was born in Mississippi but made his mark on Memphis, Tennessee. Smith's journey began at Yale University, where he had an idea for overnight delivery. His professor wasn't impressed, but Smith saw potential. He foun

celebrities

Stephen A. Smith's Memphis Comments Spark Debate

June 22, 2025

A former ESPN personality, Jason Fitz, has been vocal about his criticism of Stephen A. Smith's recent comments about Memphis. Smith, known for his outspoken views on "First Take, " recently discussed the safety concerns of some NBA players in Memphis. He mentioned that players like Jimmy Butler fee

crime

The Unseen Side of the Tyre Nichols Case

May 8, 2025

Three former Memphis police officers, Tadarrius Bean, Demetrius Haley, and Justin Smith, were cleared of all charges in the death of Tyre Nichols. The jury did not find them guilty of second-degree murder or any of the other six counts they faced. This verdict came after a state trial that focused

crime

Memphis Shooting: What's the Deal with Sauce Walka and Sayso P?

March 23, 2025

The internet is buzzing with news about a shooting in Memphis. People are talking about Houston rappers Sauce Walka and Sayso P being involved. The incident happened outside a hotel downtown on a Saturday night. A video from the scene shows a lot of police activity, but nothing has been officially c