Sports
Mississippi NAACP: Move NCAA Softball Tourney from Ole Miss Due to State Flag
Mississippi NAACP is requesting the NCAA continue its opposition to symbols of racial hatred and expand its ban to all NCAA sanctioned events and relocate the Softball Regional Tournament at …
City & County
Poll: Lumumba Leads in Mayor's Race; Graham, Horhn Battle for Second Position
A newly released poll conducted by Millsaps College and Chism Strategies reveals a highly competitive mayoral race. Jackson voters head to the polls on Tuesday, May 2 for the Democratic …
Film
Crossroads Film Festival Rewards Several Mississippi Filmmakers, Students
The 2017 Crossroads Film Festival honored winning films, including several by Mississippi filmmakers.
City & County
National Weather Service Issues Pearl River Flood Warning
As it pertains to flood history, this crest compares to a previous crest of 31.6 feet on February 6, 2016. At 32.0 feet, impact may cause water to affect businesses …
City & County
BREAKING: Mississippi’s Abortion Clinic Shutdown Law Permanently Blocked
A federal district court permanently blocked Mississippi’s Texas-style clinic shutdown law today, ensuring the last abortion clinic in the state will remain open.
City & County
Jackson Inks New 10-Year Deal for Wastewater Plant Operations
The City of Jackson, Mississippi has signed a 10-year operations and management agreement with Veolia Water North America-South, LLC, to operate three wastewater-treatment plants.
National
McCain to Trump: 'Putin Will Never Be Our Partner'
Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator John McCain (R-AZ), Chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee, released the following statement today on President Donald Trump’s phone call with Vladimir Putin tomorrow.
City & County
City of Jackson Christmas Parade Rescheduled to Dec. 10 Due to Inclement Weather
Due to forecasted inclement weather, the City of Jackson’s annual Christmas Parade has been rescheduled from Saturday, Dec. 3, to Dec. 10 at noon.
Former MDOC Officer Pleads Guilty to Covering Up Inmate Assault
WASHINGTON – The Justice Department announced today that former Mississippi correctional officer Deonte Pate, 23, pleaded guilty today to helping conceal the beating of an inmate.
Delta State University President: It's Time for a 'New, Unifying' State Flag
This is a verbatim statement regarding Delta State University's decision to bring down the Mississippi state flag from William N. LaForge, the university's president.
Former U.S. Secretary of Education Will Serve as Interim JSU President
Rod Paige has dedicated his life to breaking through barriers and providing opportunities for young people to succeed.
Jackson State Responds to Cash Reserve Questions
Jackson State University released the following statement to the media on Oct. 21 following reports of the university's cash drain.
City & County
State Cuts to Funding Reduce Jackson Libraries' Operating Hours
The Jackson Hinds Library System (JHLS) will reduce hours beginning October 10, 2016 at all 15 libraries due to a recent $50,000 cut to the library system's state-based Personnel Incentive …
City & County
FBI Seeking Info on Child Sexual Assault Victim
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is seeking the public’s assistance with obtaining identifying information regarding an unknown male who may have critical information pertaining to the identity of a …
Jackson Municipal Airport Authority Receives $17 Million in Grant Funds
The FAA through the Airport Improvement Program and MDOT awarded grant funds to support airfield construction projects at both the Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport (JAN) and Hawkins Field Airport …
Feds Order William David "Butch" Dickson to Pay $5.4 Million
William David Dickson, aka "Butch" Dickson, 60, of Jackson, was ordered by U.S. District Court Judge Tom S. Lee to pay restitution to the bankruptcy estate of Community Home Financial …
City & County
Mayor: City Closing Grove Park Golf Course
The City of Jackson's Department of Parks and Recreation on Wednesday, Sept. 14, began the process for planning the closure of the Grove Park Golf Course and identifying personnel cuts …
City & County
Hinds DA Indicted, Arrested for Hindering Prosecution, Two Felonies
JACKSON— Attorney General Jim Hood announced today that a Hinds County grand jury has indicted Hinds County District Attorney Robert Shuler Smith on two felony charges, accusing Smith of conspiring …
DOJ Charges Mississippi Businessman with Bribery in Epps Case
Guy E. “Butch” Evans, 61, of Jackson, has been charged with paying bribes and kickbacks to former Mississippi Department of Corrections Commissioner (MDOC) Christopher B. Epps in exchange for exclusive …
Business
New Airline Coming to Jackson: Southern Airways Express
The Jackson Municipal Airport Authority (JMAA) and Southern Airways Express invite all members of the media to attend a press conference on Monday, August 22nd, at 8:30 a.m. announcing new …
Former Hinds County Deputy Sheriff Facing Charges of Exploitation and Forgery
A former Hinds County deputy sheriff is facing charges that she exploited a vulnerable person and committed forgery, announced Attorney General Jim Hood today.
Feds Sue Mississippi for Discrimination Against Adults with Mental Illness
The Justice Department today filed a complaint against the state of Mississippi, alleging that it violates the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Civil Rights of Institutionalized Persons Act (CRIPA) …
City & County
Jackson Doctor Indicted in Epps-Related Bribery Case
Dr. Carl Reddix, 57, of Jackson, was charged today with paying bribes and kickbacks to former Mississippi Department of Corrections (MDOC) Commissioner Christopher B. Epps in exchange for receiving contracts …
Local Gulen-Inspired 'Dialogue Institute' Addresses 'Ongoing Situation in Turkey,' Denounces Coup
The Dialogue Institute SW is a part of a larger network of organizations inspired by the teachings of Fethullah Gülen, who is accused of being connected to the attempted coup …
City & County
DOJ, Hinds County Reach Settlement on Criminal Justice System Reform
The Justice Department today reached a landmark settlement agreement to reform the criminal justice system in Hinds County, Mississippi, a press release states.
State
AG Hood: Mississippi Will Not Join Transgender Bathrooms Lawsuit
Attorney General Jim Hood issued the following statement today regarding the lawsuit by Texas and 10 other states.
National
Sens. Wicker, Cochran: Obama Transgender Directive Lacks the Force of Law
WASHINGTON D.C.– U.S. Senators Roger Wicker (R-Miss.) and Thad Cochran (R-Miss.) today signed a letter clarifying that federal law does not require states and schools to adhere to a new …
Dems, Former Mental Health Director Call for Special Session to Find Mental-Health Funding
Legislative Democrats and the state's formal mental health director sent Gov. Bryant an open letter today calling for a special session of the Legislature to find funding for the state's …
LGBT
Iles, Grisham, Eubanks, Reed, Smith, Stockett, Laymon, Tartt Among 95 Mississippi Writers Opposing Anti-LGBT Law
Gov. Phil Bryant and the Mississippi legislators who voted for HB 1523 are not the sole voices of our state. There have always been people here battling injustice.
City & County
Mayor Yarber Voices Frustration Over Potholes, Airport, Water, More on Facebook
Mayor Yarber on Facebook: "It took me at least 15 minutes to begin this post. It took so long because I actually didn't know where to start. In the City …
Repairs to Water System Made, Boil Water In Effect
The City of Jackson reports that repairs have been made to the water system and water pressure is returning to normal.
City of Jackson Issues Emergency Water Restriction Notice
Effective immediately, The City of Jackson has issued an emergency water use restriction for all customers served by the City’s Water System. The city’s Department of Public Works has determined …
City & County
DJP President Ben Allen Indicted, State Auditor and DJP Slam Hinds County DA Investigation
Mississippi State Auditor Stacey Pickering says Hinds County District Attorney Robert S. Smith must drop indictments against two of his employees.
State Government
Rep. Gipson: Guns in Courthouses Nothing New
Below is a verbatim statement from Rep. Andy Gipson, R-Braxton, in support of guns in courthouses and House Bill 571.
State Government
Rep. Dortch: Confederate Heritage Month Not 'Worthy of Honor'
Below is a verbatim statement from Rep. Jarvis Dortch, D-Jackson, on Confederate Heritage Month.
City & County
JPD Arrest Man for Killing Two Women, One of Them Pregnant
On Thursday, February 25, 2016, Rahim Williams was developed and identified as a suspect in this incident. He has been charged with three counts of Murder stemming from the deaths …
City of Jackson Resampling Water at 13 Homes for 'Actionable' Lead Levels After State Report
The Mississippi Department of Health (MSDH) on Thursday, Jan. 28, reported to the City of Jackson the results of random water samples taken by the state agency from residences in …
Malcolm White Leaving State Tourism Office
Long-time Jackson restaurateur and businessman Malcolm White is no longer with the Mississippi Tourism Office.
Justice
Magnolia, Miss., Passes Pro-LGBT Resolution; 4th in State to Support Gay Residents
Magnolia, Miss., passed a resolution 3-2 recognizing the dignity and worth of all city residents - including those who are lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT).
Justice
Millsaps, Tougaloo Release Joint Statement Against SB 2681
The Rev. Loye B. Ashton, a religious-studies professor at Millsaps College, sent a joint letter against SB 2681 this morning from Millsaps and Tougaloo colleges. Following is his email explaining …
Crime
Attorneys Allege Lethal Drugs Violate Michelle Byrom's Constitutional Rights
“MDOC’s decision to purchase raw pharmaceutical ingredients and then secretly compound them at an unknown time and location by people with unknown training and credentials, increases the risk that the …
Starkville Mayor Parker Wiseman Gives Democratic Response to Bryant 'State of the State'
Mississippi Democrats call for unity to fix problems: "These problems are too big for any one party or any one idea to fix. But I know that if we can …
City & County
Mayor Johnson Delivers State of the City
Jackson Mayor Harvey Johnson Jr. delivered his final State of the City address today, May 29, 2013. The transcript follows.
City & County
Regina Quinn Endorses Chokwe Lumumba
Mayoral candidate Chokwe Lumumba gets what is perhaps the most coveted endorsement going into the Democratic primary runoff.
City & County
UMMC's Gay Named to Time Mag's 100 Most Influential List
TIME named HIV specialist Dr. Hannah Gay, UMMC associate professor of pediatrics, to the 2013 TIME 100, the magazine’s annual list of the 100 most influential people in the world.
Mayor Calls for Moment of Silence
Jackson Mayor Harvey Johnson Jr. is asking Jacksonians to remember Det. Eric Smith at noon today.
Suspect Jeremy Powell Committed Suicide After Shooting Officer
The second deceased individual identified as Jeremy Powell.
Democratic Response to the State of the State
Text of the Democratic response to the State of the State, as delivered by Rep. Bryant Clark, D-Pickens.
Core Strategies of Greater Jackson Chamber's 2022 Plan
The Greater Jackson Chamber Partnership's Vision 2022 planners have compiled a list of specific goals, actions and strategies for a long-range plan for Jackson.
Voter Survey Finds 98 Percent Have ID
Secretary of State's office will use survey results for Voter ID outreach.
