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Barr to Prosecutors: Look for Unconstitutional Virus Rules
Attorney General William Barr on Monday ordered federal prosecutors across the U.S. to identify coronavirus-related restrictions from state and local governments “that could be violating the constitutional rights and civil liberties of individual citizens.”
Mississippi Legislators Regroup in Mid-May Amid Pandemic
Mississippi legislators will start meeting again May 18, two months they suspended their session because of the cornavirus pandemic, House and Senate leaders said Monday.
Mayor Lumumba Calls for Repeal of Open Carry Law
In a video released Friday, Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba called for a repeal of Mississippi’s Open Carry Law, citing that the law makes it impossible for police to remove illegal guns from Jackson’s streets and stokes an environment of fear and intimidation.
SBA Application Portal for PPP Applications Reopens
The U.S. Small Business Administration will resume accepting Paycheck Protection Program loan applications on Monday, April 27 at 10:30 AM EDT from approved lenders on behalf of any eligible borrower.
'Reopen Mississippi' Protesters Demand Governor to Reopen State Amid Pandemic
Dozens of cars bearing hand-painted messages and signs, American flags, the Mississippi state flag, the Gadsden “Don’t Tread on Me” flag and other insignia, encircled the Governor’s Mansion in downtown Jackson Saturday, April 25, to demand that Gov. Tate Reeves fully re-open the state amid the COVID-19 global pandemic.
More Than 6,000 COVID-19 Cases in Mississippi as ‘Safer at Home’ Order Kicks In
Mississippi saw 183 official new coronavirus cases and two deaths as of 6 p.m. on Sunday, April 26, bringing the total number of statewide cases to 6,094 and the death count to 229.
Chris Hyche
Sitting at home, current Harlem Globetrotter Chris Hyche is socially distancing himself as he waits for the coronavirus to pass so that he may resume his basketball career. The only exercise Hyche is able to do is running.
Analysis: More Review for Some Pretrial Cases During Virus
The leader of the Mississippi Supreme Court says he will require some judges to more frequently review who is being held in county jails during the coronavirus pandemic.
Mississippi Prepares to Ease Some Coronavirus Restrictions
Some Mississippi shopkeepers will start reopening their retail businesses on Monday as Gov. Tate Reeves begins easing restrictions imposed because of the coronavirus pandemic.
April 26: 193 New COVID-19 Cases, 6 Deaths on Saturday
Another 193 people were diagnosed with COVID-19 in the state on Saturday, with six deaths reported.
April 25: Day After 'Safer at Home' Order, 284 new COVID-19 Cases, 12 Deaths
One day after Gov. Tate Reeves signed his "safer-at-home" executive order designed to reopen some non-essential businesses, the state added another 284 cases of COVID-19 to Mississippi State Department of Health's official tally.
City of Jackson Launches Mental Health 'Warmline'
On Friday, April 24, Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba announced the launch of the City’s first-ever Mental Health ‘Warmline’, designed to help citizens cope with the mental toll of self-isolation during the COVID-19 public health crisis.
Governor Tate Reeves Signs 'Safer At Home' Order to Begin Reopening State's Economy
Gov. Tate Reeves signed a new executive order establishing a statewide Safer at Home order for Mississippi to continue protecting public health while beginning the process to safely reopen the state's economy.
Azia’s Picks: Virtual Events Roundup 4/24/20
As the days roll by during this new quarantined way of life, we all still have a desire to feel included and connected to one another. Here is a list of some virtual events I've spotted for you and your families to enjoy while practicing social distancing as we make sacrifices to stay home together.
Factcheck: Gov. Reeves’ South Korea Comparison on MSNBC’s ‘Meet the Press’
Appearing on MSNBC’s “Meet the Press” last night, Gov. Tate Reeves explained to host Chuck Todd what he believes are Mississippi’s successes in emulating the South Korean model, which has so effectively contained the COVID-19 outbreak there.
Yung Jewelz
Rapper Yung Jewelz, aka the Paid Hipster, defines herself as a versatile artist, a rapper you can play on your good and bad days. Whether going to the club or looking for gospel, Jewelz said she has a song for you.
UM Online Summer Programs, JSU Waiving ACT/SAT Requirements and MCCF COVID-19 Grant
The University of Mississippi is providing scholarships and programs for 11th and 12th graders to allow them to try out college classes online in response to postponement and cancellations of its usual summer programs due to the COVID-19 crisis.
Mississippi Governor Says Health Officer is Top Adviser on Virus
Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves said Thursday that he will listen to the state's top public health official more than all other advisers as he considers how to gradually reopen the state's economy during the coronavirus pandemic.
Mississippi City Revises Limit on Drive-Up Church Amid Virus
A Mississippi city facing freedom-of-religion lawsuits and pressure from the U.S. attorney general has revised its policy that banned drive-up church services during the coronavirus pandemic, now saying the services are OK with windows rolled up.
Governor Tate Reeves Signs Executive Order Closing Schools for Academic Year
On Wednesday, April 22, Gov. Tate Reeves signed a new executive order implementing school closures for the rest of the academic year to slow the spread of COVID-19.