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Person of the Day
Christina Reed
Mississippi Valley State University senior guard Christina Reed earned preseason first-team All-SWAC honors earlier this year. Eight games into this season, she has lived up to the votes that coaches …
Person of the Day
Malcolm Butler
Malcolm Butler, a Vicksburg, Miss., native, immediately became a lasting part of Super Bowl lore, making the first interception of his career and preserving New England's 28-24 win.
LGBT
Gay Pride Parade Organizers Sue Mississippi City Over Denial
Two women sued a Mississippi college town Monday over its denial of a permit for a gay pride parade, saying the city had denied their constitutional rights to free expression …
State
Mississippi Inmates, Prison Staff Get Masks During Pandemic
All inmates and employees in Mississippi prisons have been given masks to try to slow the spread of the new coronavirus, the state Department of Corrections said Monday.
State
Legal Aid Attorneys are Available by Phone
The Access to Justice Commission and two Legal Services agencies announced this week that free legal aid providers are available to assist low income people with civil legal needs like …
Education
Report: Low-performing Districts Test Students More in State
Mississippi students spend less than 1 percent of a school year on state testing, a new Mississippi First study shows.
Art
IBC Moves Beyond Tutus and Pointe Shoes with Competition Fierce
Tutus and pointe shoes were scarce during round two of the USA International Ballet Competition, as dancers performed contemporary pieces.
Sports
After Brutal Two-Game Stretch, Ole Miss Looking for Answers
Ole Miss, which outscored Auburn 20-9 after halftime, is eager to pounce on even the slightest hint of momentum after three straight losses.
Polio-Like Disease Appears in California Children
An extremely rare, polio-like disease has appeared in more than a dozen California children within the past year, and each of them suffered paralysis to one or more arms or …
3 Contested Races Set for Supreme Court, 2 for Appeals Court
JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — Mississippi has three contested races for Supreme Court and two for the Court of Appeals this year.
Person of the Day
Jake Mangum
Athletic talent is nothing new in Jake Mangum’s family. The Mississippi State University freshman outfielder comes from a long line of athletes who have made their mark on sports in …
Food
Fondren Garage: A Little Bit of Everything
At Fondren Garage, some people play vintage video games. Some sit outside and watch a movie. Some watch live entertainment, and some eat at the business' two restaurants. Fondren Garage …
Study: Residents May Ignore Emergency Alerts
A study by two University of Southern Mississippi researchers on the effectiveness of emergency alerts has revealed some surprising results.
City & County
Guilty Pleas, and a Hunt for Prostitutes, Johns and Child Predators
It's been a relatively steady summer of lower crime across the city, with major crimes coming in 17.6 percent lower than 2015 with violent crimes 15.4 percent lower than 2015 …
City & County
Finding My People in Mississippi
"Over the last nine years, so many people welcomed this transplant into their hearts and homes. They adopted me as their people."
City & County
Hosemann: Turnout in Jackson Elections Low, Mayoral Run-off Would Be 'Miracle'
Today is the primary election for Jacksonians to determine who will be the next mayor and council members of the city—or at least decide the top two candidates in each …
Person of the Day
Nick Fitzgerald
Mississippi State coach Dan Mullen has run some variation of the spread offense since he arrived at the school eight years ago. This year's version could be described in two …
Bryan's Rant
Postseason Bowlnanza
All three Mississippi schools are back in bowls this season, and Alcorn State University is in the mix this year, which means four state teams will play.
Bryan's Rant
Celebration Bowl Preview
The first-ever Celebration Bowl will feature this year's SWAC champion, the Alcorn State University Braves, against this year's MEAC champion, the North Carolina A&T University Aggies.
City & County
'Whitney Place' Plans Back on the Table for Fondren
Whitney Place, a long-dormant and previously controversial development project slated for Fondren, is back in the spotlight.
