The divide between police and black communities is about more than white cops.
How Police Can (and Cannot) Deter Gunfire
A mother struggles, but helps steer her son to help other young men.
The Jackson Free Press revealed to the world in February 2016 that Gov. Bryant had declared April "Confederate Heritage Month," but with no mention of slavery.
Read the JFP's award-winning coverage of the tough fight for LGBT rights in Mississippi.
The Clarion-Ledger ran edited comments from Councilman Stamps' remarks at a rally against police chases.
JFP Editor Donna Ladd challenges the idea that it is "politically correct" or a violate of free-speech rights to challenge hateful speech.
Sen. Josh Harkins owns and lists land near the Jackson Airport. He says it's not a conflict of interest, though.
DJ Venom was kicked out of a Trump rally in Mississippi for wearing Marvel's Black Panther shirt and an X cap.
Young, mostly white protesters face off in a heated argument outside the Trump rally at Madison Central.
The full Mississippi Senate got its last chance to change its mind on the Jackson airport "takeover" bill today (March 7) at 4 p.m., as allegations swirl that the effort is more about controlling valuable land around the airport than …
Jackson Schools to Test Water for Lead, Elementary First
Since July 2015, JFP readers have submitted designs for a new Mississippi Flag.
In their own words, Confederate leaders explain secession, the Civil War and their views about black people.
Councilman De'Keither wants to "ring the bell" about lead in Jackson pipes.
The Mississippi Sons of Confederate Veterans are fighting hard to keep the state flag to honor the Confederacy. Others are fighting back.
Republican lawmakers from outside the capital city announced in January a plan to take control of the Jackson airport.
In November 2015, the Jackson Free Press called for an overhaul of Jackson's contracting laws, including more transparency about identity of subcontractors receiving taxpayer money.
In recent months, city residents have seen a spate of high-profile pothole-related incidents. Residents are ready for a solution.
