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US Sets New Record for Denying, Censoring Government Files
The Obama administration set a new record again for more often than ever censoring government files or outright denying access to them last year under the U.S. Freedom of Information …
Jacksonian
Bobby Rush
Blues singer Bobby Rush may be one of Jackson's greatest living musical exports. He's been making worldwide audiences dance for more than 60 years.
City & County
Report: Water Dept. Overhaul Needed
The City of Jackson is hemorrhaging cash at its Water and Sewer Business Administration. Detailed in a report completed by an independent consulting firm hired last fall, the losses are …
Editor's Note
The Most Vital Word in Eco-Development
If Jackson develops a strong medical technology cluster, we might see a number of different places that could both attract talent and where talent could land when things need to …
Civil Rights
Engage to Change
Given what most black youth face—from lack of opportunity to lack of self-esteem—they have an uphill climb with little mainstream support.
Exodus from Cootie Creek, Ga.
Brother Hustle: "Welcome to another Compensatory Investment Request support group meeting. Now that the cold, wintery weather appears to be behind us, it's time for our ideas and aspirations to …
Civil Rights
Stinker Quote of the Week: 'History'
The $100 million in "extra" funds Reeves is crowing about is still only about $200 million shy of the bare minimum schools need per the Mississippi Adequate Education Program.
City Must Make Public Info Available
The city must treat access to public records with the same seriousness as its compliance with the Americans With Disabilities Act and the United States Environmental Protection Agency Consent Decree, …
Cover
St. Patrick's Day Celebrations at Home
The parade is Jackson's iconic way to celebrate the holiday and the coming of spring. But even if you're not going to join the festivities, these recipes give you a …
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Easy Being Green
It's time for the annual Mal's St. Paddy's Parade, and many Jacksonians are getting ready for parade day. In addition to the traditional festivities, many local business establishments are ready …
City & County
JSU Mulling Domed Stadium
When it comes to scoring its long-sought a domed multi-use stadium, it's hard to know whether Jackson State University is threatening in the red zone or looking at a Hail …
Biz Roundup
Pine Cone Moves; Fresh Local Produce, Goods for Jackson
The Pine Cone gift boutique (1220 E. Northside Drive, Suite 220) opened its new home in Deville Plaza next door to Deville Camera yesterday.
Person of the Day
Saint Patrick
Today is Saint Patrick's Day, the day we wear green to avoid getting pinched. But just who was Saint Patrick, and what does he have to do with Jackson's biggest …
Police Deny Using Excessive Force in Ferguson Suspect Arrest
A spokesman says allegations that St. Louis County police used excessive force when arresting a man accused of shooting two officers in Ferguson are "completely false."
Robert Durst Back in Court for 2nd Straight Day
Authorities found nearly 150 grams of marijuana and a revolver in millionaire Robert Durst's hotel room when he was arrested over the weekend, a prosecutor said Tuesday.
Politics
Analysis: Influence of Senate Conservative Coalition Wanes
Nearly two years ago, the newly formed Mississippi Senate Conservative Coalition was preparing to make life uncomfortable for Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves, a fellow Republican whom the coalition's leaders viewed …
Man, 20, Accused of Shooting Officers at Ferguson Protest
A man charged in the shooting of two police officers during a demonstration in Ferguson told investigators he was not targeting law enforcement and had been aiming for someone with …
Kurds Probe 2 Possible Islamic State Chemical Weapon Attacks
Kurdish forces in Iraq are investigating two other possible chemical weapons attacks by the Islamic State group, a top official said Monday, as authorities put an Iraqi offensive to retake …
Person of the Day
Tyrone Hendrix
Ward 6 Councilman Tyrone Hendrix has his sights set on a service that would let citizens get a real-time snapshot of Jackson's finances.
Business
Mississippi Power, Regulators, Ask Kemper Decision Rehearing
The Mississippi Power Co. and the Public Service Commission are asking the state's highest court to reconsider its ruling overturning rate increases to fund the company's Kemper County power plant …
