Feds Indict Five Jackson Men on Drug Charges
Five men indicted in federal drug charges include one man who was close to the late Mayor Frank Melton.
National
Nunnelee Slams 'Malicious Criticism' of Chick-Fil-A
Rep. Alan Nunnelee and 16 of his House colleagues pledged supported to Chik-Fil-A, "an American success story."
Justice
Families Fear Inmates' Safety
The families of two of the three Pod C inmates still in the Hinds County Correctional Facility say they want officials to move their relatives to a different facility immediately.
Crime
Dead Man's Family Wants Fairness
On July 22, Johnny Lee Butts went out for his usual morning stroll near his home east of Como in rural Panola County. But this time Butts, 61, did not …
Person of the Day
Trell Kimmons
Nicknamed the "Coldwater Comet," U.S. Olympic track team member Trell Kimmons holds the Mississippi state record in the 100-meter dash with a time of 10.39 seconds.
Politics
Barrett-Simon: Eyes on the Streets
Ward 7 Councilwoman Margaret Barrett-Simon has fought for the Fortification Street renewal for years.
Politics
Defending Voter ID
Mississippi Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann vehemently defended the state's ability to provide free Ids for its as-yet approved Voter ID law, issuing a scathing retort July 26 to "The …
Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves Bashes 'Feel-Good Debt'
Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves: “I have a message for people in both parties who are scared of the future of education reform: buckle your seat belts."
City & County
City Election Blunders Continue
It seems even a trial in which a jury unanimously tossed out the original Ward 3 runoff election wasn't enough to ensure that city election officials got their act straight.
Education
Why Are Our Kids Last?
Jackson-area child advocacy organizations say Mississippi's kids don't have to be in last place.
Cover
Inside The Abortion Clinic Battle
Emily Lyons arrived at work early the morning of Jan. 30, 1998.
Resources for Sexual Assault Victims, Survivors and Those Who Love Them
If you are in danger or need immediate assistance, please call 911.
Crime
Inmates Take Over Jail Pod
After a disturbance at the Hinds County Correctional Facility, law enforcement officers took more than 12 hours to take back and fully secure the facility.
Jacksonian
Laurie Bertram Roberts
When she was 18, Laurie Roberts lay on a hospital table on the edge of life.
Today: Get Help with Utility Bills
Entergy and the Salvation Army team up to help residents with energy costs.
Politics
Lee Joins Jackson Mayoral Race
Jonathan Lee has made his well-known candidacy for mayor official.
Person of the Day
JSU's Michael Tinsley Wins Silver Medal
Jackson State track sensation Michael Tinsley has won the silver medal in the 400-meter hurdles.
Update: Hinds County Jail Mostly Secured (+Video of Sheriff)
Inmates have created a disturbance at the Hinds County Correctional Facility. They are now holding one pod of the jail and are in a standoff with police.
Person of the Day
Isiah Young
In his first season at Ole Miss, Young became the 2012 SEC Outdoor Champion in the 200-meter, with a time of 20.32 seconds.
Events
Community Events and Public Meetings
Outreach Expo is at Jackson Medical Mall Wednesday, Aug. 1, at 10 a.m.
