Attorneys Ask Tennessee Supreme Court to Temporarily Halt August Execution
Stay is requested if state does not replace doctor who botched recent attempted Carruthers execution
Family Demands Answers After Memphis Task Force Agent Kills Man at Burger King
The Task Force — now Tennessee’s largest law enforcement entity — has been involved in four fatal shootings in two months.
Court: State Must Disclose If It Plans to Use Same Doctor for August Execution
“It’s unconscionable that TDOC continues to withhold this information.”
Complaint Questions Qualifications of Tennessee’s Execution Doctor
The full complaint (published here) paints a disturbing, detailed picture of the botched execution of Tony Carruthers.
Civil Rights Attorney Speaks On National Guard Occupation in Wake of Shootings
“There is a danger that police departments, [the] state legislature, and lawmakers can bend towards allowing or permitting policies that are much more harmful, dangerous, and potentially deadly.”
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MEMernet: Back Up Terry, Inside Brim’s, and Wiseacre
Terry got an action figure, making popcorn in Memphis, and a big meme gets Memphis-ized.
Report: Tennessee Data Center Expansions Could Leave Lasting Electrical Impact
Tennessee accounts for 16.7 percent of “data center capacity currently under construction.”
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Memphis Flyer Podcast July 16, 2026: DA Steve Mulroy
The Shelby County DA talks crime, punishment, and justice.
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Arts nonprofit aims to help Memphis musicians.
Memphis Flyer Podcast July 2 2026: Newport & The Great Folk Dream
Director Robert Gordon talks about his acclaimed new documentary.
Memphis Flyer Podcast June 25, 2026: Late Night with Michael Donahue
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Memphis Flyer Podcast June 11, 2026: Luther Dickinson
The North Mississippi Allstars guitarist talks about his remarkable career.
