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Jackson Schools and City Settle Lawsuit
Jackson Public Schools will see a $3.63 million increase in funding from the city in the upcoming school year.
Lumumba Withdraws From Another Case
Jackson Mayor Chokwe Lumumba is attempting to end his representation of another client, Reggae star Buju Banton, in Tampa, Fla. The withdrawal comes on the heels of the news from Oktibbeha County, where Lumumba last week relinquished his role in the murder case against Archie Quinn, which was scheduled to …
AG Hood Joins Effort Fighting Online Prostitution and Sex Trafficking
Hood announced today that has joined a bipartisan coalition of 49 state attorneys general calling on the U.S. Congress to amend the Communications Decency Act.
City Issues Boil-Water Notices
The city of Jackson has issued two precautionary boil-water notices due to loss of water pressure during water-main repair.
Lumumba Responds to Health Claims
Jackson Mayor Chokwe Lumumba maintains that he is well enough to lead Jackson for the next four years, despite an article that appeared in Wednesday's edition of the Clarion-Ledger bringing his health into question. Reporters raised questions Lumumba's health during the mayoral race, and notions that his well-being would interfere …
Humana Extends MS Coverage Areas
“I am pleased by Humana’s decision to extend coverage to the 36 counties in Mississippi that were originally excluded from Mississippi’s health exchange."
Regional Picks for Week of 7/18 - 7/24
A few shows that are happening outside of our area might be worth a road trip: Oxford and Ole Miss will host the Blues & BBQ Festival on 7/18-20. Lots of artists and food will be on hand. If the jam-band scene is your thing, you're probably heading over to …
Shop and Do Good
Jackson area residents can now support one of the city's important nonprofits without a second thought .
Puckett Honored by MSHOF
From a Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame release: Ben Puckett, a businessman and philanthropist who was passionate about Mississippi sports, will receive the second annual Rube Award at the Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame and Museum’s 51induction banquet August 2. The Rube Award, named for long-time Mississippi Sports Hall of …
Hinds GOP Also Sets Primary for Supe Slots
The Hinds County Republican Party said it will also hold a primary election for two seats on the Board of Supervisors. The county GOP primary will take place Sept. 24 with a runoff on Oct. 8 if necessary. Candidates must qualify by submitting a qualifying form and $15 fee by …
Hinds Dems Set Primary for Board Slots
The Hinds County Democratic Executive Committee has set the date for elections to fill two spots on the Hinds County Board of Supervisors. A special election will be held this fall to replace Doug Anderson, who died earlier this year, and Phil Fisher, who stepped dow to be mayor of …
A More Efficient City Council
The Jackson City Council really got the ball rolling on its new term Monday afternoon by kicking the can on two important issues - the confirmation of Lumumba's selection of fire and police chief - not one week, but two weeks down the road. Council President Charles Tillman, Ward 4, …
Judge Extends Open Carry Ban Until July 12
A temporary ban on a new state law will remain in effect at least through the end of this week. A group of law enforcement officials, state lawmakers and advocates had successfully sued to prevent a law that clarifies when individuals need to have a permit to carry weapons. Attorneys …
DOJ Warns of Police Impersonator In Jackson
According to a press release from the desks of U.S. Attorney Greg Davis and Hinds County Sheriff Tyrone Lewis, a police impersonator is contacting metro area residents claiming to be a Hinds County Sheriff's Deputy. The release says the impersonator is demanding social security and drivers license numbers, and telling …