Senate Panel Seeks Appointed Local School Superintendents
Mississippi lawmakers are making a fresh push to have 55 elected local school superintendents appointed by school boards instead, with the Senate Education Committee approving such a bill Wednesday.
Government Sues Ferguson After City Tries to Revise Deal
The federal government sued Ferguson on Wednesday, one day after the city council voted to revise an agreement aimed at improving the way police and courts treat poor people and minorities in the St. Louis suburb.
Former Columbus Police Officer Sues Over Firing
Former Columbus policeman Canyon Boykin is suing the city in the wake of his firing.
Judge: New Order Against Enforcing Louisiana Abortion Law
A federal judge in Louisiana has issued a new order blocking the state from enforcing an abortion law that he says would prevent most women from getting abortions.
Ferguson is Defiant Again in Deal with Justice Department
Defiance has often defined Ferguson in the 18 months since a police officer fatally shot Michael Brown and provoked an examination of how poor people and minorities are treated in the St. Louis suburb.
Appeals Court Tosses Order Blocking Mississippi Executions
A federal appeals court has reversed a stay that had blocked the state of Mississippi from carrying out executions.
Michigan Governor Plans $360M for Flint, Infrastructure
Michigan Gov. Rick Snyder on Wednesday proposed spending hundreds of millions more dollars to address Flint's water crisis and to update infrastructure, including lead water pipes, in the city and across the state.
French Lawmakers Approve Divisive Citizenship Bill
French lawmakers have approved a divisive bill aimed at making it possible to revoke the citizenship of people convicted on terrorism charges.
Incentives Sail Through; Anti-LGBT Bills Drop; Groups Call for Foster-Care Funding
Sen. Charles Younger, R-Columbus, introduced a bill that would "clarify that religious leaders are not required to perform same-sex marriages" last week.
2016 Education Bills
Education is a hot topic in the Mississippi Legislature. The following education bills dropped for consideration.
The Slate
Two outstanding head football coaching hires happened last week. Southern Miss should be in good shape next season with Jay Hopson, and Fred McNair should be able to keep what Hopson built at Alcorn State running.
CFL Returns to Jackson
Tonight would be like your average summer night in Canada," Winnipeg Blue Bombers Assistant General Manager and Director of U.S. Scouting Danny McManus explained as the second annual Jackson Combine wrapped up Friday, Jan. 29.
Legislature, If You Care About Kids, Prove It
With the large corporate incentive package behind us that will, hopefully, create jobs down the road, it's time for legislators to start working on more pressing issues, including how the state will spend its limited budget for the coming year.
The Real Truth About Jackson’s Airports
Let's talk facts about the Jackson Municipal Airport Authority. First, Jackson's airport system originated in 1928.
Slay, Beyoncé, Slay
I'm proud of Beyonce for using her status as an influential performer to send a message of unapologetic blackness.
Where to Delight Your Love on Valentine's Day
On Saturday, Feb. 13, The Detectives Comedy Dinner Theatre will perform comedy "Couples Retreat" at Kismet's. Seating is at 6:30 p.m., and the show begins at 7 p.m.
Love in a Clever Ruse
Tears streamed down Rachel Whaley's face when she saw Daniel Zabaldano. Clearly, an elaborate ruse had been perpetrated on her, and the reason for it was obvious to even the most casual observer.
So You’re Single on Valentine’s Day ... Try the Best
For single people, Valentine's Day may not be all it's cracked up to be. But that doesn't mean you can't celebrate the holiday anyway.
Creative Date Nights
Surprise your Valentine with a different date night than the usual. Take a walk on the wild side and remember: Food is always a winning option.
Love after Losing
I lost my boyfriend at 30 years old. We had been looking at engagement rings the day before he died. The space the loss left in my heart was immeasurable.