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Richard Pryor’s daughter examines language, identity, family in ‘Something We Said’

“Something We Said: Richard Pryor, A Notorious Word, and Me” by Elizabeth Stordeur Pryor, c.2026, Simon & Schuster, $29.00, 304 pages…...

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Richard Pryor’s daughter examines language, identity, family in ‘Something We Said’ - TSDMemphis.com “Something We Said: Richard Pryor, A Notorious Word, and Me” by Elizabeth Stordeur Pryor, c.2026, Simon & Schuster, $29.00, 304 pages Sticks and stones may break my bones. You know the rest of that childhood rhyme, and you know it’s not true: Words have meaning, and they can cut like a knife. ...

After a whirlwind month marked by loss, responsibility, and public service, T.J. Hardaway is stepping into his father’s seat — but he’s determined to carve out his own path and define his own voice.

What does leadership look like for Memphis’ next generation? Read T.J.’s story and hear directly from the newly sworn-in councilman.

T.J. Hardaway steps into his father’s seat — and begins defining his own voice - TSDMemphis.com T.J. Hardaway is his father’s son. That much was clear in the way he accepted responsibility without much hesitation, stepping into the Tennessee House seat held by his father, the late Rep. G.A. Hardaway. It was clear in the way he talked about Memphis, public service, political leverage and the ...

Historic alliance emerges to combat antisemitism, racism, and division through renewed Black-Jewish solidarity

TV personality Van Jones and media executive and philanthropist Shari Redstone joined more than 100 leaders from across the United States in Miami at the end of May for the National Convening on the Black-Jewish Alliance....

Historic alliance emerges to combat antisemitism, racism, and division through renewed Black-Jewish solidarity - TSDMemphis.com TV personality Van Jones and media executive and philanthropist Shari Redstone joined more than 100 leaders from across the United States in Miami at the end of May for the National Convening on the Black-Jewish Alliance. It is the first national gathering of its kind in more than 25 years, aimed at...

Jackson State’s new president will get leadership training for a role previously marked by turmoil

By Candace Wilder Jackson State University's new president will receive a year of outside leadership training as she transitions into the job, which has been tumultuous for her predecessors....

Jackson State's new president will get leadership training for a role previously marked by turmoil - TSDMemphis.com By Candace Wilder Jackson State University’s new president will receive a year of outside leadership training as she transitions into the job, which has been tumultuous for her predecessors. Denise Jones Gregory took the permanent role of president on May 1 after holding the interim role for a yea...

Shelby County Commissioners are still weighing options to fund an $18 million settlement tied to a lawsuit between the Sheriff's Office and county leadership. With millions already earmarked for overtime costs and operational expenses, officials are now exploring ways to cover the remaining gap without placing additional strain on county finances.

The debate raises bigger questions about transparency, budgeting, public safety, and accountability in Shelby County government.

What do you think commissioners should do?

Read the full story at TSD Memphis.

Commissioners still mulling avenues to pay $18 million settlement with sheriff’s office - TSDMemphis.com For the second time in as many attempts, Shelby County Commissioners failed to render a verdict on an $18 million settlement between the Mayor Lee Harris and the Shelby County Sheriff’s department during their Monday, June 1 meeting. On May 18, the mayor’s financial team presented the settlement...

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