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'In a bad spot': Memphis council vice chair disappointed in rowdy meeting

'In a bad spot': Memphis council vice chair disappointed in rowdy meeting

In a press conference Oct. 8, Councilman Chase Carlisle said he hopes the council can streamline data center ordinances into one and respond better.
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Memphis City Council to resume recessed meeting days after clash on moratorium

Memphis City Council to resume recessed meeting days after clash on moratorium

After clashes with spectators forced the Memphis City Council to recess its Oct. 6 meeting, it is slated to resume Thursday without in-person viewers.
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Council meeting shut down when audience erupts over after moratorium postponed

Council meeting shut down when audience erupts over after moratorium postponed

Memphis City Council evacuated chambers after audience members disrupted a regular meeting when the council voted to postpone a data center moratorium.
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Women’s college basketball player detained by ICE released on bond

Women’s college basketball player detained by ICE released on bond

After 61 days, Aminata Seck has been released from ICE custody. The Kentucky State women's basketball player was granted bond this week.
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Which newcomer will join Indio City Council as Oscar Ortiz departs?

Which newcomer will join Indio City Council as Oscar Ortiz departs?

In one part of Indio, a freshman is guaranteed to win a city council seat. The Desert Sun asked each candidate why voters should choose him.
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Memphis mayor says land bank needs 'broad overhaul' after firing CEO

Memphis mayor says land bank needs 'broad overhaul' after firing CEO

Memphis Mayor Paul Young's comments come a week after the Memphis Metropolitan Land Bank fired its CEO.
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Memphis mayor talks Grizzlies lease, 100 N. Main, Sheraton hotel

Memphis mayor talks Grizzlies lease, 100 N. Main, Sheraton hotel

Memphis Mayor Paul Young talked vaguely about the Grizzlies signing a new lease and gave brief updates on key Downtown developments.
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5 reasons La Baguette has been a Memphis institution for 50 years

5 reasons La Baguette has been a Memphis institution for 50 years

In honor of La Baguette's 50th anniversary, here are five reasons this Memphis favorite has stood the test of time.
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Ex-Shelby County commissioner sentenced to 2 years in federal prison

Ex-Shelby County commissioner sentenced to 2 years in federal prison

Former Shelby County Commissioner Edmund Ford Jr. pleaded guilty to the tax evasion charges and was sentenced Oct. 6.
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When will Tennessee get cold? Estimated first frost dates for 2026

When will Tennessee get cold? Estimated first frost dates for 2026

Tennessee could see an early first frost this year. Here are the average dates for major cities and tips to prepare your garden.
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Memphis Grizzlies provide update on Isaiah Stewart after ankle injury

Memphis Grizzlies provide update on Isaiah Stewart after ankle injury

Isaiah Stewart is still being reevaluated following an ankle injury. His absence could lead to more lineup experiments.
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US Rep. Kustoff holds Ways and Means Committee hearing in West TN

US Rep. Kustoff holds Ways and Means Committee hearing in West TN

U.S. House of Representatives Ways and Means Committee held a field hearing in West Tennessee Oct. 6 at Orgill site in Collierville.