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New Congress Likely to Frustrate Obama or Romney
No matter who is elected president, he's likely to find that the next Congress will remain what the current one has been for President Barack Obama—a headache.
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3rd Ex-Jackson Officer to Plead in Bribery Case
Federal court records say the last of three former Jackson police officers charged in a bribery case will plead guilty.
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Suspense to the End, Obama, Romney Yield to Voters
The Election Day choices will frame the contours of government and the nation for years to come.
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Person of the Day
Dr. Younus Mirza
Dr. Younus Mirza, a visiting professor at Millsaps College, is giving a free lecture tonight on "al-Qaeda in Today's World," exploring the group's role in the current global state.
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Events
Community Events and Public Meetings
Dr. Younus Mirza talks about Al Qaeda and its role in current global issues tonight at 7 p.m. at Millsaps College.
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Health Care
Birth Control Good for Women, Good for Families
A new report in Obstetrics and Gynecology has found that providing birth control at no cost to women and teens can substantially reduce unplanned pregnancies and cut abortion rates by …
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Cold Weather and New Storm Add to Victims' Misery
Shivering victims of Superstorm Sandy went to church Sunday to pray for deliverance as cold weather settling in across the New York metropolitan region — and another powerful storm forecast …
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A Look at the Most Competitive States in the Race
A look at the race between President Barack Obama and Mitt Romney for the 270 electoral votes needed to win the White House.
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Doctors: Flu Shot Still the Best Medicine
Mississippi doctors still say a flu shot is best medicine to avoid the bug.
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Research Funding Takes a Hit at USM
University of Southern Mississippi biology professor Shahid Karim is fascinated by ticks.
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Miss. to Vote on U.S. Offices, State Judicial Seats
Mississippi voters are preparing to choose one U.S. senator, four U.S. House members, four state Supreme Court justices and one judge for the state Court of Appeals.
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Obama, Romney Pursue Last Votes in Deadlocked Race
With one day left, the president and his challenger storm through a final push.
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National
Barbour: Hurricane Sandy Broke Romney's Momentum
"The hurricane is what broke Romney's momentum. I don't think there's any question about it," former Mississippi Gov. Haley Barbour said on CNN's "State of the Union."
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Post-storm Construction Hiring May Aid U.S. Economy
Hiring in the long-depressed U.S. construction industry will get a boost from the rebuilding that will follow Superstorm Sandy. Those jobs, in turn, could raise economic growth, analysts say.
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Prison Factories Caught in Private Biz Debate
Factories that employ convicted felons are at the heart of a simmering debate about whether prisons should be siphoning away jobs—and at much lower wages.
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Clarion-Ledger Punts on Election Coverage
By Donna LaddIf Mississippians read the Sunday edition of the state's allegedly largest newspaper two days before the presidential election, you get nothing of substance about how the election affects our state.
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Obama's Special Weapon in Swing States: Bill Clinton
Republican Mitt Romney has millionaire backers, a huge staff and years of campaign experience, which may be enough to win the White House. President Barack Obama has one asset Romney …
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Bowl Hopes & Undefeated Tests with Week 10 Picks
By bryanflynnThe quest for six wins for 70 teams continues this week. Currently there are 42 teams that are bowl eligible and five of those teams are undefeated and still in play for the national championship. Ohio State is also undefeated but unable to play for the title due to NCAA sanctions. Speaking of teams not able to play in a bowl game, there are 25 teams unable to play in a bowl game currently due to seven losses, NCAA sanctions or moving from FCS to FBS transition.
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Weekly Look Back & Look Forward: Heading to Week 10
By bryanflynnLast week was a tough week for the college football teams in Mississippi. Nearly every team lost but Ole Miss and Belhaven. It was the type of week you just want to forget about but if you missed any of last week's action you can pick up the current issue of the JFP and read the round up or [follow this link][1]. Things don't get any easier this week for college football teams in Mississippi. Southern Miss is still searching for win one, Mississippi State faces a tough test in Texas A&M and Ole Miss will look to avoid a blowout against Georgia.
