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Anticipating the Best

Without the facts, people cannot make good decisions for themselves. They cannot come together in social or activist forums; they can't celebrate what's great about their community while tackling what's …

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The Crest of the New Wave

Daniel Guaqueta, the 36-year-old drummer, introduced me to his other two mates, guitarist Brent Varner, 23, and bassist Tyler Baker, 24. This trifecta of talent became Buddy & the Squids …

3 More Face Charges in Miss. Child's Kidnapping

Three more people, including a University of Alabama basketball player, were arrested Tuesday in the April kidnapping of a 6-year-old girl from east Mississippi, authorities said.

Mississippians Taking Supplies to Okla.

A group of volunteers from a Mississippi town that was hit hard by a tornado in 2011 will travel this week to help victims of a deadly twister that hit …

Deadly Okla. Tornado Widest on Record, Rare EF5

The deadly tornado that plowed through an area near Oklahoma City last week was even larger and more powerful than previously estimated — a record 2.6 miles wide with winds …

Judge Accepts Insanity Plea in Colo. Shooting Case

A judge accepted James Holmes' long-awaited plea of not guilty by reason of insanity Tuesday and ordered him to undergo a mental evaluation — an examination that could be a …

Soldier Due to Plead Guilty in Afghan Massacre

The American soldier charged with killing 16 Afghan civilians during nighttime raids on two slumbering villages last year is expected to recount the horrific slaughter in a military courtroom Wednesday …

Manning Trial Takes on Cloak and Dagger Feel

Pfc. Bradley Manning's court-martial over the leak of hundreds of thousands of classified documents has been all about secrecy and security, and his trial has taken on a cloak and …

Obama Will Appoint Susan Rice as Security Advisor

Rice, the U.S. ambassador to the U.N. who has been a lightning rod for Republican criticism.

USM Receives Gift from "Sweeney Todd" Author

A cast of students at the University of Southern Mississippi was rehearsing for the play "Sweeney Todd" when a tornado hit the campus in February.

Senators Blast Military Response to Sex Assaults

U.S. senators dressed down senior military leaders Tuesday, led by female lawmakers, combat veterans and former prosecutors who insisted that sexual assault in the ranks has cost the services the …

Guest Commentary: Gov. Phil Bryant Is a Caveman

An Oxford mother responds to Gov. Phil Bryant's comments about working mothers.

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Cornelius Griggs: Man Without a Party

Many Jackson voters are suffering election-cycle fatigue, but few are more exhausted by the political process than independent mayoral candidate Cornelius Griggs.

AT&T, Main Street, Tax Incentive and Webinars

AT&T recently announced that it is looking to fill more than 250 job openings in Mississippi, including more than 225 new jobs.

Beth S. Gersh-Nesic

Beth S. Gersh-Nesic says that what defines Impressionism is its emphasis on light. Through light, artists express quick changes in atmosphere, activity and texture.

Most Miss. Cities Hold Mayoral Elections Tuesday

Most Mississippi cities will elect mayors Tuesday, choosing people to propose budgets, appoint department heads and make sure that potholes are filled, garbage is collected and clean water is flowing.

More than 65 Countries Sign Arms Trade Treaty

More than 65 countries signed the landmark treaty regulating the multibillion-dollar global arms trade Monday and the United States announced it will sign soon, giving a strong kickoff to the …

U.S. Auto Sales Roar Back in May, Led by Pickups

Full-size pickups once again dominated U.S. auto sales in May, as small businesses—increasingly confident in the economy—raced to replace the aging pickups they held on to during the recession.

Firefighters Gain Upper Hand on Calif. Blaze

On Monday afternoon, Gregg Johnson surveyed the damage along with the nearly 3,000 others allowed to return to their homes in the rural communities threatened by a massive Southern California …

Fort Hood Victims Upset; Suspect Can Question Them

Retired Staff Sgt. Alonzo Lunsford says he will never forget locking eyes with the gunman who entered a Fort Hood building Nov. 5, 2009, then unleashed a burst of gunfire …