Memphis News Today: Stories That Matter to Our City

One of Memphis’ most beloved annual traditions returned this past weekend. The 24th St. Jude Memphis Marathon took place on Saturday, Dec. 6, bringing thousands of runners, volunteers, and supporters to Downtown Memphis in support of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and its mission to end childhood cancer. Presented by Collierville-based Juice Plus+, St. Jude…

Memphis-based AutoZone Inc. is ramping up its long-term growth strategy with plans to invest $1.6 billion in capital expenditures during FY 2026, company president and CEO Phil Daniele announced during the retailer’s Q1 2026 earnings call on Dec. 9. A major focus of the investment will be expanding AutoZone’s store footprint across the U.S. and…

The University of Memphis has selected Charles Huff as the next head coach of its football program, marking the start of a new chapter for the Tigers as they look to return to conference championship contention. Athletic Director Ed Scott announced the hire following a multi-week search that evaluated candidates from across the college football…

Memphis is making national headlines for more than just its music and food—St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital has been named the #2 employer on Forbes’ 2026 “America’s Dream Employers” list, a major recognition from one of the nation’s most respected business publications. This ranking highlights the hospital not only as a leading institution in pediatric…

Did you know Memphis is consistently ranked as one of the most charitable cities in the United States? That spirit of generosity doesn’t just show up in our neighborhoods – it shows up in our universities, too. At the University of Memphis, that commitment to service comes to life through the Center for Service Learning…

A major tech redevelopment is headed to Southeast Memphis as 5C MEM01 Inc. announces plans to invest $152 million to transform the former Fred’s headquarters into a state-of-the-art data center serving cloud, enterprise, and artificial intelligence companies. The project—first reported in April and now detailed through filings with the Economic Development Growth Engine (EDGE)—will convert…

Memphis has another rising star—and he’s headed to the big screen. Jaylen Lyndon Hunter, a 15-year-old actor from Memphis and student at Briarcrest Christian School, will appear in the highly anticipated biopic “Michael,” portraying a young Marlon Jackson of the legendary Jackson 5. Set for release on April 24, the film traces Michael Jackson’s path…

A Memphis educator is receiving national recognition for his impact in the classroom and beyond. Timothy Moore, a 10th-grade English teacher at Freedom Prep Academy, has been selected as one of the Pulitzer Center’s newest Teaching Fellows, an honor awarded to only twelve educators across the country. With 20 years of experience, numerous awards, and…