U.S. Stocks Open Lower On Fresh Worries About Asia's Economy
U.S. stocks opened lower on Wall Street Friday morning following unsettling reports out of China and elsewhere.
10 Things to Know for Friday
Your daily look at late-breaking news, upcoming events and the stories that people will be talking about today.
NOAA Raises Hurricane Season Prediction
Despite expected El Niño, updated outlook calls for near- or above-normal Atlantic season.
Not Enough Water in Mississippi to Float Steamboat
The American Queen steamboat is docked in Memphis, unable to paddle on down the Mississippi River because of low water.
Drilling Appeal Ends; Decision Up To MDA Chief
Opponents of offshore drilling say Mississippi officials didn't do enough to consult with others or properly consider all possible economic impacts.
Neighbor Arrested in Teen's Murder
Cedric Ratliff, 25, surrendered today for his involvement in the shooting death of 15-year-old Edward Evans Jr. in July.
Ag Head Unhappy About Same-Sex Reversal, Vows to Pass New Law
Ag commissioner vows to change the law allowing same-sex couples to have commitment ceremonies on state property.
Ceara Sturgis: Paving the Way
Ceara Sturgis and Emily Key wanted to hold their commitment ceremony in the Mississippi Agriculture and Forestry Museum's Masonic Hall, but were thwarted by the museum's stance of turning down same-sex couples for grounds rentals.
JPS Chief Ready for 'Gameday'
When new Jackson Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Cedrick Gray put the kibosh on a basketball tournament at Lanier High School in July, some people might have gotten the impression that Gray isn't into sports.
Allison Washington
Allison Washington, a 2009 graduate of Belhaven University and former member of the Sonic Boom of the South, won the first-ever open auditions for band announcer.
Romney Accuses Obama of False Advertising, Leaves His Own Disputed Ads On the Air
Mitt Romney on Thursday accused President Barack Obama and his allies of launching personal attacks and perpetuating lies about him in TV ads. The Republican also rolled out a new commercial of his own that questioned Obama's values and accused the president of waging war on religious freedom.
Ag Museum Repeals Anti-Gay Policy
Museum Agrees to Allow Same-Sex Couples to Hold Commitment Ceremonies.
Bancorp South on North State Street in Fondren Robbed ... UPDATE ... "We're OK."
JFP reporters are on the scene. More shortly.
10 Things to Know for Thursday
Your daily look at late-breaking news, upcoming events and the stories that people will talk about today.
NOAA Forecasters To Update Their Hurricane Outlook Today
U.S. forecasters are updating their outlook for the six-month Atlantic hurricane season.
Jackson Crime Stats
Major crimes in Jackson are down 20 percent from last week.
Susan G. Komen President Resigning, Founder Shifting Roles
The president of Susan G. Komen for the Cure is resigning, and founder Nancy Brinker is moving away from its day-to-day management
U.S. Census Wants to End Its Use of 'Negro,' Broaden 'Hispanic'
The Census Bureau wants to make broad changes to its surveys that would treat "Hispanic" as a distinct category regardless of race, end use of the term "Negro" and offer new ways to identify Middle Easterners.
Tupelo Elvis Fest Posts $68,000 Profit
The King can still turn a profit.
Oxford's Downtown Inn to Be Demolished, Replaced
The owners of the Downtown Inn in Oxford say it will be demolished after football season and replaced with new hotel.