Memphis International Airport ramps up for the busy holiday travel season with the unveiling of its redesigned and expanded checkpoint at Terminal B, which has been under construction for nearly two years.

2. Repealing Obama's Health Care Law Won't be Easy - Tuesday, July 17, 2012

WASHINGTON (AP) — Yes, if Mitt Romney wins the White House and his Republican allies retake the Senate, he could shred most of President Barack Obama's health care law without having to overpower a Democratic filibuster.

3. Obama, GOP Trumpet Jobs Plans in Silicon Valley - Tuesday, September 27, 2011

MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. (AP) – The debate over how to create jobs has moved to Silicon Valley, where the president and Republican leaders were each taking to the Internet to trumpet their agendas and win over young voters.

4. One Decade Later - Monday, September 12, 2011

For many, the slightly early turn of season brings it all back. There was more than a hint of fall in the air under clear, blue skies in Memphis on the day of the 9/11 terrorist attacks 10 years ago.

5. $25M Baggage Screening Slated for MEM - Friday, September 02, 2011

In the 10 years since the 9/11 terrorist attacks, security measures at Memphis International Airport have changed the face of the airport as well as the pace and routine of passengers.

The evolving technology that has come with the increased security measures is a multimillion-dollar undertaking, one that took another step forward this week.

6. Budget Pact Barely Touches Current-Year Deficit - Thursday, April 14, 2011

WASHINGTON (AP) – A new budget estimate released Wednesday says that the spending bill negotiated between President Barack Obama and House Speaker John Boehner would produce less than 1 percent of the $38 billion in claimed savings by the end of this budget year.

7. GOP 'Pledge' Makes Closing Argument to Voters - Friday, September 24, 2010

STERLING, Va. (AP) – Pushing toward big gains on Nov. 2, House Republicans promised to end a slew of Democratic policies and restore Americans' trust in government as they rolled out a campaign manifesto designed to show they're listening to an angry public and are focused on creating jobs.

8. Outsider Image So Hot Even Ex-Insiders Want It - Friday, February 26, 2010

NEW YORK (AP) - Ask national Republicans to name a model 2010 congressional candidate, and they're likely to mention Stephen Fincher. A 37-year-old farmer and gospel singer from Frog Jump, Tenn., Fincher has raised more than $675,000 in his bid to succeed retiring Democratic Rep. John Tanner.

9. January Air Traffic Numbers Marred by Weather - Friday, February 19, 2010

In what has become a recurring theme for numerous businesses around town, January’s bad weather impacted Memphis International Airport’s traffic and revenues.

The snow and ice that shut down the city at the end of the month kept numerous flights from landing and affected activity, airport officials said at Thursday’s Memphis-Shelby County Airport Authority board of commissioners meeting.

10. ‘Green Lane’ Smooths Path for Airport Travelers - Wednesday, November 26, 2008

One security checkpoint at Memphis International Airport has become easier to navigate just as this year’s holiday travel season kicks off.

The U.S. Transportation Security Administration recently launched its “green lane” checkpoint at Concourse B in Memphis, making security clearance a smoother operation for families traveling with children or for individuals that require special medical attention.

11. New Orleans Transplant Heads Local TSA Efforts - Wednesday, July 09, 2008

Since the events of Sept. 11, 2001, the movement of goods and people through the city has relied on a balancing act of security and efficiency, and nowhere is that more evident than Memphis International Airport, the world’s busiest for air cargo and a hub for Northwest Airlines.

12. Archived Article: Newsmakers - Wednesday, May 12, 2004
MEMPHIS AD-FED PRESENTS PYRAMID AWARDS

Memphis Symphony Orchestra Adds to Staff

Barbara Frederick joined the Memphis Symphony Orchestra as director of corporate sales. Frederick formerly was president of the Memphis Symphony League. She has a ...

13. Archived Article: Tech Focus (edu) - Wednesday, September 20, 2000
Students plus computers equal learning yearning Students plus computers equal yearning to learn By SUZANNE THOMPSON The Daily News Instead of memorizing dates or looking at a time line to study early American history, imagine taking a virtual ride i...