Gov. Bill Lee taps former superintendent, UT trustee for Memphis schools takeover board

Tennessee’s top Republicans will appoint the new oversight board that will have sweeping authority over Memphis-Shelby County ...

Tennessee’s top Republicans will appoint the new oversight board that will have sweeping authority over Memphis-Shelby County ...

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Marines turn to modified Call of Duty 4 to train new sergeants

Players participate scenarios tailored to help them hone skills in leadership, critical thinking, decision-making and ...

Players participate scenarios tailored to help them hone skills in leadership, critical thinking, decision-making and ...

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Driver in fatal Mississippi student hit-and-run gets suspended sentence

A Collierville man’s 10-year sentence in prison was suspended in the downtown Oxford hit-and-run accident that killed a ...

A Collierville man’s 10-year sentence in prison was suspended in the downtown Oxford hit-and-run accident that killed a ...

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3 biggest concerns for Boise State football in 2026

In just over a month, Boise State and four other Mountain West programs will officially join the Pac-12.  The Broncos wrapped up their run in the MWC with three ...

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Latest On Trail Blazers’ Head Coaching Search

Jerry Stackhouse, Mike Williams, and Tyler Lashbrook are among the latest names connected to Portland's search.

Jerry Stackhouse, Mike Williams, and Tyler Lashbrook are among the latest names connected to Portland's search.

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Goats & Glory, Navy esports team to celebrate newly renovated facility

The U.S. Navy hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony in Millington for their newly renovated esports training facility.

The U.S. Navy hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony in Millington for their newly renovated esports training facility.

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Memphis People in Business for May 21, 2026

Here's a look at promotions, hirings and other noteworthy business events in the Memphis area: Thomas E. Fridy has joined Burch, Porter & Johnson in its Transactional practice. His practice is focused ...

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Tigers add depth with FAU transfer Maxim Logue

University of Memphis men’s basketball head coach Anfernee “Penny” Hardaway announced Wednesday the signing of transfer ...

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Grizzlies Rookie Cedric Coward Named 1st Team All-Rookie

For the second straight season the Grizzlies have produced a first team all-rookie. Last season it was Jaylen Wells and Zach ...

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Tornado Track Has Another Stellar State Finish

By Mike Hutchens, UC Schools Communications Director KNOXVILLE – Three consecutive Top 2 state finishes for the boys, five ...

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See Memphis area's top moments from Day 1 of TSSAA spring state championships

The TSSAA spring sports state championships for baseball, softball, boys soccer, and track began on May 19. Millington ...

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TSSAA track state championships 2026 meet schedule, results

Here is the TSSAA track and field state championships 2026 schedule with results.

Here is the TSSAA track and field state championships 2026 schedule with results.

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Memphis leaders decide to keep Ida B. Wells open despite school closure vote in February

Memphis-Shelby County school board members voted to close Ida B. Wells Academy in February. Students and teachers will move to Norris Achievement Academy for at least one year.

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TSSAA spring state tournament top performers from Memphis area

Here are Memphis area TSSAA baseball, softball, boys soccer and track and field top performers from the 2026 spring state ...

Here are Memphis area TSSAA baseball, softball, boys soccer and track and field top performers from the 2026 spring state ...

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Tornado Track Has Another Stellar State Finish

By Mike Hutchens, UC Schools Communications Director KNOXVILLE – Three consecutive Top 2 state finishes for the boys, five ...

By Mike Hutchens, UC Schools Communications Director KNOXVILLE – Three consecutive Top 2 state finishes for the boys, five ...

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Not all MSCS third graders will be required to retake state testing

Students who don't score proficient on the English Language Arts portion of the TCAP could be held back, or be required to ...

Students who don't score proficient on the English Language Arts portion of the TCAP could be held back, or be required to ...

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Memphis students are graduating from closing schools. But one beloved program could be revived.

MSCS leaders voted to close Ida B. Wells Academy in February. But parents and staff now say the district made a last-minute ...

MSCS leaders voted to close Ida B. Wells Academy in February. But parents and staff now say the district made a last-minute ...

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What was happening in Memphis history on May 18? A look back through the years

From Hernando A'Fair's growth to Glenmore Academy's purchase of facilities at Memphis Christian Academy, here's what was ...

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ONLY ON FOX13: Teacher speaks out after high school student shot, killed

MEMPHIS, Tenn. - The Memphis Academy of Science and Engineering (MASE) community is mourning the loss of a student. The school released a statement announcing the death of Ladarrius Payne Monday ...

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John Calipari, Arkansas basketball staff on road scouting elite prospects

The NCAA live evaluation period began Friday and ends Sunday, and the Arkansas coaches are watching numerous class of 2027 ...

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Skyler Smith, CPA offensive lineman, commits to Duke football

Christ Presbyterian Academy junior Skyler Smith has committed to play football for Duke University. Smith is a three-star ...

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How Ole Miss baseball signee Cole Prosek led Magnolia Heights to 8th straight MAIS title

They didn't, and Prosek's complete-game on the mound combined with a home run at the plate helped lead Magnolia Heights to a ...

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