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 …
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 …
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, …
Lumumba Names Chief of Staff
One of the events at yesterday's City Council meeting that fell through the cracks was Mayor Chokwe Lumumba's announcement that he has picked former JSU associate professor Safiya Omari to serve as his Chief of Staff. The Shreveport, La. native has served as associate professor of social work and health …
Reports: Horton Selected as JPD Chief
Mayor-elect Chokwe Lumumba will be sworn in today at noon, but the proverbial cat may be out of the bag on his first announcement after being inaugurated. On Saturday, Jackson State University put out a press release congratulating Deputy-Chief Lindsey Horton on being named the city's next police chief. City …