Memphis News Today: Stories That Matter to Our City

Memphis is moving in a new way. Nine local arts organizations have come together under a new initiative called Dance Memphis, designed to strengthen and showcase the city’s vibrant dance community. Led by ARTSmemphis, the collaboration brings together Ballet Memphis, Collage Dance, New Ballet Ensemble & School, Germantown Performing Arts Center (GPAC), Cannon Center for…

What happens when you mix Memphis history, hip-hop culture, and a rolling sound system? You get the Memphis Rap Tour Bus — the city’s first-ever rap tour experience, co-founded by Soulsville Charter School alum Taylor Barksdale. In just two hours, the bus takes riders through the neighborhoods, studios, and landmarks that shaped Memphis’ global reputation…

A powerful new documentary from filmmaker Tom Shadyac (behind Liar Liar, Bruce Almighty and Ace Ventura) is heading to streaming — and its roots are right here in Memphis. “Memphis to the Mountain” is a three-part series directed by Zachary Barr that will debut September 5 on Hulu and Disney+, according to an exclusive from…

This year, Rhodes College celebrates a milestone — 100 years in Memphis. The college, originally founded in Clarksville as Southwestern, moved to Memphis in 1925 with just over 400 students. Backed by the Memphis Chamber of Commerce, the relocation positioned Rhodes to thrive in a growing city that had no liberal arts college at the…

Habitat for Humanity of Greater Memphis has announced its most ambitious housing development to date — a $13.3 million project that will bring 52 new homes to North Memphis. The development, located near Chelsea Avenue and North Third Street, is designed to expand access to affordable, high-quality housing in a neighborhood with growing demand. The…

Just when we thought the Central High School band couldn’t make Memphis prouder, they reminded us that creativity and spirit can overcome anything—even a ban on playing instruments. Enter: the kazoo rebellion. It all started before Friday’s football game against Brighton High School. Central’s award-winning band was ready to take the field—or rather, the stands—but…

After a short break from the pitch, professional-level soccer is making its way back to Memphis. The United Soccer League announced that Memphis Football Club (Memphis FC) will officially join USL League Two in 2026, bringing new energy to the city’s sports scene. The franchise is locally rooted, co-owned by Carey Talley, a Memphis native…

Memphis got a major moment in the digital spotlight on Thursday, Sept. 11, when global livestreaming star IShowSpeed brought his “Stream in America” series to the Bluff City. The popular creator, whose real name is Darren Jason Watkins Jr., has quickly become one of the most influential figures in digital media. He recently ranked No.…

Memphis is seeing historic progress when it comes to public safety. According to new data released by the Memphis Police Department (MPD), overall crime across the city has dropped to its lowest level in 25 years. From January through August 2025, MPD reported 28,660 overall crime incidents — a 23% decrease from the same period…