Capitol
Black Lawmakers: Not Expanding Medicaid 'Irresponsible'
Democratic members of the Mississippi Legislature are calling on fellow lawmakers to fully participate in the expansion of the state Medicaid program allowed under the recently upheld federal health-care reform …
City & County
Mayor Johnson on 'Classic' Move to Lorman
Mayor Harvey Johnson Jr. says the city worked hard to keep the Capital City Classic.
Education
New JPS Superintendent on the Job
Jackson Public Schools has a new superintendent who wants to create an inclusive school system.
Development
City Seizing 32 Properties
The city of Jackson plans to use eminent domain to secure 32 pieces of property in north Jackson as part of a project to connect East County Line and West …
Business
Bye Sportsman's Lodge, Hello Jackson Square, N.U.T.S.
Several new businesses will open at Jackson's largest outdoor shopping center July 21.
Person of the Day
Beneta Burt
As of Monday afternoon, Beneta Burt is the Ward 3 representative and the newest member of the JPS school board.
Art
MAC Doles Out $1.5 Million for the Arts
Artists and programs in 45 counties across the state received $1.5 million in grants from the Mississippi Arts Commission, the agency announced late Monday.
City & County
Stokes Appealing to Supremes
LaRita Stokes won a Jackson City Council seat, only to have the election overturned. Now, she's appealing.
Personhood
Rhetoric May Save Clinic
State lawmakers and executives may have bitten themselves in the behind when they opened their mouths to boast about effectively ending abortion in the state with House Bill 1390.
Politics
Update: Jail Fixes Cost $1.3 Mil
The Hinds County Detention Center at Raymond is getting a facelift, but it won't necessarily put an end to the security problems that have plagued the facility.
Person of the Day
Trell Kimmons
The march to London and 2012 Summer Olympic track and field events began June 24 in Eugene, Ore., at the U.S. Olympic Trial, where the men's 100-meter dash was held.
Events
Community Events and Public Meetings
The Eighth Annual JFP Chick Ball is July 28, 6 p.m., at Hal & Mal's.
Student Loan-Highway Bill Passes Congress
The federal transportation bill is ready for President Barack Obama's signature. The U.S. Senate passed the $120-billion package 74-19 on June 29. The House had previously approved the measure 373-52.
Personhood
Judge Blocks Clinic Closing
A federal judge has blocked a state law that would force the closing of the state's only abortion clinic.
Just In: State Not Responding Well to Child Abuse, Neglect
A children's advocacy organization says state officials are not responding to reports of child abuse and neglect in a timely or effective fashion.
Business
Nissan Jobs Cost Millions
Central Mississippi is getting 1,000 badly needed jobs, but taxpayers are paying a hefty price for them.
Justice
JPD Ups Non-English Skills
The Jackson Police Department is taking steps to improve communications and relationships with non-English-speaking residents in the city.
Person of the Day
Wolf of the Day: Sunset
Sunset, one of two red wolves at the Jackson Zoo, has died.
Events
It's the Weekend!
This Saturday the play "It's Time to Take Out the Trash" is at 8 p.m. at Thalia Mara Hall. 2010 "Sunday Best" winner Le'Andria Johnson performs.
Heat Risk to Seniors and Disabled: How to Help
The city is performing wellness checks on seniors and the disabled during the current heatwave.
