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The EPA ruled that xAI’s Memphis datacenter illegally used methane-fueled turbines to generate electricity, dismissing a local loophole that allowed portable generators; federal air-quality rules now apply to Colossus 1, where 12 turbines operate under federal oversight after earlier permits for 15, and enforcement actions remain unclear as the NAACP pursues a Clean Air Act suit.
A man was charged with second-degree murder after a woman was shot and killed in Memphis, marking the city's first homicide of 2026. The suspect, Raymond Dowdy, 88, was involved in a relationship with the victim, and the incident occurred early Sunday morning on Philsdale Avenue.
Elon Musk's xAI is expanding its data center complex in Memphis by purchasing a third building in Southaven, Mississippi, increasing its AI computing capacity to nearly 2 gigawatts, as part of its plans to build the world's largest AI training data center.
Memphis soul singer and songwriter Don Bryant, known for co-writing the Grammy-nominated hit 'I Can’t Stand the Rain,' died at age 83. Bryant had a prolific career as a songwriter and performer, returning to the stage in his later years after a focus on songwriting and supporting his wife Ann Peebles' career. His influence endures through his music, which has been covered and sampled by many artists.
Celebrity chef Alton Brown considers Gibson's Donuts in Memphis the best donut shop in the U.S., praising its simple, tender, and airy yeast-raised glazed donuts made with traditional techniques and a three-rise process, making it a must-visit for donut lovers.
The article provides a detailed play-by-play account of the college basketball game between Vanderbilt Commodores and Memphis Tigers on December 17, 2025, including scores, fouls, turnovers, and key plays, highlighting Memphis's comeback efforts and game progression.
Memphis staged a dramatic comeback to beat No. 18 South Florida 34-31, with a late touchdown pass from Brendon Lewis to Cortez Braham Jr. and a missed field goal by South Florida as time expired. South Florida's Byrum Brown led a strong offensive effort but couldn't secure the win, snapping their four-game winning streak.
Rece Davis wanted College GameDay to visit Memphis for an undefeated Tigers game against USF, but after Memphis lost to UAB, the show instead focused on Vanderbilt vs. Missouri in Nashville, missing a unique Group of Five matchup with playoff implications.
National Guard troops have started patrolling Memphis as part of a federal task force aimed at reducing violent crime, with support from the Trump administration and local officials, though some local leaders remain cautious about the deployment's effectiveness.
National Guard troops were seen patrolling Memphis for the first time as part of a federal task force aimed at addressing high violent crime, with officials emphasizing non-enforcement roles. This deployment follows legal challenges and debates over the authority and necessity of using the National Guard in U.S. cities, with similar issues arising in Chicago and Portland.
The White House criticized the Nobel Committee for not awarding President Trump the Nobel Peace Prize, accusing them of politicizing the award, while Trump continues to seek recognition for his efforts to end conflicts. Meanwhile, National Guard troops are set to patrol Memphis following a federal judge's ruling blocking deployment in Chicago, amid ongoing debates over crime and federal authority in U.S. cities.
Elon Musk is constructing a massive AI data center called Colossus 2 in Memphis, Tennessee, aiming to house over 500,000 AI chips at a cost of at least $18 billion, with significant environmental and local community impacts.
The Trump administration is deploying National Guard troops to Chicago and Memphis amid political controversy and legal challenges, aiming to address big-city crime and immigration enforcement, despite opposition from local leaders and ongoing lawsuits.
Memphis residents and officials are cautiously optimistic about President Trump's federal intervention plan to combat the city's high crime rates, which includes deploying federal law enforcement and the National Guard, despite some protests and concerns about long-term impacts.
A federal task force in Memphis has arrested 93 individuals, including a member of the Venezuelan Tren de Aragua gang, seizing 28 illegal guns, as part of a crackdown on crime in the city, with high-profile officials emphasizing zero tolerance for criminal activity.