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coronavirus
Mississippi Churches Face Difficult Decisions at Christmas
It always feels special for Pastor Jay Richardson when his congregation at Highland Colony Baptist Church gathers during the holidays—but this year, that's even more true because of time they've …
Education
William Winter, Mississippi's 'Education Governor' Has Died at 97
JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — Former Mississippi Gov. William Winter, a Democrat who pushed to strengthen public education and improve race relations, has died. He was 97.
City & County
Mayor Lumumba Extends Executive Order Closing City Hall
Today, citing the continued and increased infectious spread of Covid-19 in the City of Jackson, as well as the corresponding rise in hospitalizations and death rate, Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba …
Economy
Mississippi Supreme Court Sides with Gov. Tate Reeves on Partial Veto
“Our Constitution and case law are clear that the power exercised by the Governor was granted to the Governor’s office by the people of Mississippi,” the Supreme Court's ruling reads. …
Education
Singing Christmas Tree Videos, MSU ASLA Award, JSU Angel Tree and Tougaloo Donation
Belhaven University has selected and compiled video performances of its Singing Christmas Tree event going back a decade and photographs from as far back as the 1940s to honor its …
Person of the Day
Jaron Pierre Jr.
Freshman guard Jaron Pierre Jr. was named Conference USA Freshman of the Week for his play against Tulane University and the University of South Alabama. He averaged 18 points and …
Politics
Former Superintendent Chosen for Mississippi Education Board
A former schools superintendent and teacher may soon join the Mississippi State Board of Education. Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann said Wednesday he chose Ronnie L. McGehee as one of his …
Politics
‘Not Field of Dreams’: Lt. Gov. Hosemann Skeptical of Governor’s Income Tax Plans
The centerpiece of Gov. Tate Reeves’ budget proposal is a phase-out of income tax in Mississippi by 2030. But Lt. Gov. Hosemann, who leads the Senate, is far from convinced.
Politics
Confederate Monument Remains After Tie Vote on Moving It
A Confederate monument will remain outside a Mississippi courthouse after a majority-white board of supervisors deadlocked on a proposal to move it.
City & County
JPD Officers Allege Sexism, Racism, More in Lawsuit Against Mayor, Police Chief
Former and current Jackson Police Department officers have filed a lawsuit accusing Mayor Chokwe A. Lumumba and Police Chief James Davis of abuse of office, infringement of civil rights, fostering …
Politics
Analysis: Lawsuit Threatens Mississippi Medical Marijuana
A court fight threatens to block a Mississippi medical marijuana program before the program even gets started.
coronavirus
An Open Letter from the Physicians of Mississippi
With record-breaking daily case numbers of the deadly COVID-19 virus surging to dizzying new heights, the physicians of Mississippi write to you urgently to request your direct assistance in combatting …
coronavirus
Rules For Thee: Governor Hosts Party Hours After Signing New COVID Restrictions
Hours after signing new COVID-19 restrictions and holding a press conference to plead with Mississippians to pitch in to protect the health-care system, the governor held a Christmas party at …
Sports
All-Outstanding Player Trophies for Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame in One Night
Due to COVID-19, the Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame and Museum and C Spire announced it will wait to hand out its awards for outstanding players. Normally near the end …
Civil Rights
Home of Civil Rights Icon Evers Named as a National Monument
The historic home of slain civil rights leader Medgar Evers is now a national monument, the U.S. interior secretary and members of Mississippi’s congressional delegation announced Thursday.
City & County
Angelique Lee Wins Ward 2 Run-Off Election, City Appoints Foreign Trade Members
Angelique Lee has emerged the winner in the special runoff election for the Jackson City Council's Ward 2 seat to replace Melvin V. Priester Jr., an attorney who resigned in …
Education
MSU Black Legislators Exhibit, META Teletherapy and STEM Grant at JSU
DeeDee Baldwin, an assistant professor with Mississippi State University's MSU Libraries, recently launched a new digital exhibit showcasing the first African American men to serve on Mississippi’s state legislature during …
State
Faculty: Auditor Demand on Professor Hurts Academic Freedom
Faculty leaders at the University of Mississippi are expressing concerns about academic freedom after the state auditor demanded nearly $2,000 from a tenured professor who took part in a two-day …
Fly
Festive Finds for Frosty Times
Winter approaches at a breakneck pace, as do the holidays that come with the season. Whether you want to liven up the decor of your home or buy a gift …
Art
Prissy Paintbrush Studios Presents Paint 2 Go
Prissy Paintbrush Studios, a Ridgeland-based business that Hope "Prissy" Mallard opened in 2013, offers the increasingly popular Paint 2 Go kits that allow customers to unleash their inner artist within …
