Interstate Exchange Gets MakeoverJackson business owners and concerned citizens are channeling their inner Madison Mayor Mary Hawkins to give the Northside Drive exit on Interstate 55 a much-needed facelift.
‘The Right Thing to Do’Federal Customs and Border Protection officials estimate that 20 million people worldwide (8 million more than in 2010) are trapped in the modern-day form of slavery known as human trafficking.
The New Face of JPDMayor Chokwe Lumumba has charged former Deputy Chief Lindsey Horton with making the Jackson Police Department more community-friendly.
Justice Delayed?Federal Judge Henry Wingate has been admonished repeatedly for the long delays in his court.
Lily WombleLily Womble has made it her life's mission to empower and improve the lives of women around the world.
Same-sex Rulings Will Test State LawsOn July 12, Washington, D.C.-based Human Rights Campaign published a study showing that Mississippians' attitudes about discrimination against same-sex-loving people are less conservative than previously thought.
Don O'NealFor retired Army veteran Don O'Neal, drag racing is a tool to make a difference and support his military family.
Stokes Knocks Byram-Clinton ParkwayThe Byram-Clinton Parkway is a proposed multi-lane route between Byram at Interstate 55 South, extending northwest to the Norrell Road interchange at Interstate 20 in Clinton.
On Health Care, GOP Has 'Really Busy Month' AheadKHN's Mary Agnes Carey talks with Politico Pro's Paige Winfield Cunningham about the latest Republican effort to delay or repeal Obamacare provisions, including putting off a mandate on individuals to carry health insurance.
Jakob ClarkBefore he even moved back to Jackson in December 2012, Jakob Clark, one of Jackson's music-scene veterans, already had the concept for Whitespike in his head.
10 Local Stories of the WeekThere's never a slow news week in Jackson, Miss., and last week was no exception. Here are the local stories JFP reporters brought you in case you missed them.
Hinds Judge Blocks Gun LawHinds County Circuit Court Judge Winston Kidd has granted an injunction against the implementation of a state gun law.
Teeuwissen: City Attorney/History ProfessorWhen it comes to Jackson, there's not much that still surprises city attorney Pieter Teeuwissen after nine years total representing the city, four of them as city attorney.
David WestJackson artist David West is a teacher as well as an artist. He teaches art classes at Belhaven University, a position he has held for four years.
It's the Weekend!On Saturday, Fitness Fest is from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at Jackson Convention Complex.
Marshall HendersonThe University of Mississippi announced Wednesday afternoon that it was suspending indefinitely star shooting guard Marshall Henderson for violations of team rules.
The Heart of Chick BallThe JFP Chick Ball is more than just a night of entertainment and merriment—at the heart of the Chick Ball is a vehicle to shine a light to victimization in our city and state. This focus of this year's event …
Voting Rights: Was Chief Justice Roberts Wrong About Voting in Mississippi?Mississippi Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann said implementation of a controversial voter-identification law, which he has championed, began immediately after the U.S. Supreme Court ruling invalidating a key section of the 1965 Voting Rights Act.
2013 Chick Ball DonationsWith the 9th Annual JFP Chick Ball coming up on Saturday, July 20, the donations have been arriving fast. Here is a list of the donations and donors we have logged to date; we will update between now and Chick …
Gay Marriage Rulings Raise QuestionsTwo recent U.S. Supreme Court decisions validating same-sex unions may have a wider effect in Mississippi and nationwide than previously thought.
Sex Trafficking: What Now?During the last legislative session, Mississippi lawmakers sharpened the teeth of the state's laws addressing human trafficking.
Jackson is Open for BusinessAt his July 1 inauguration, Jackson Mayor Chokwe Lumumba said that the city of Jackson is "open for business." But what does that really mean?
Erik KeglerDuring his former career as a dancer, Erik Kegler debuted in Cincinnati as the first male Peter Pan.
Fun with FitnessIn order to promote healthy living in the Jackson area, "Parents & Kids" magazine partnered with Children's Healthcare of Mississippi and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mississippi to present Saturday's Fitness Fest.
Lumumba's Staff Taking ShapeWhile some of his appointments may be delayed, Mayor Chokwe Lumumba has made a few other decisions on staffing. One of those is Safiya Omari, who will serve as his chief of staff.
Craftsmen's Guild and Small Business ConfidenceThe Craftsmen's Guild of Mississippi is working together with the Mississippi Development Authority, Yates Construction, Spectrum Capitol and the state legislature to secure a strong presence at the Outlets of Mississippi.
Jackson business owners and concerned citizens are channeling their inner Madison Mayor Mary Hawkins to give the Northside Drive exit on Interstate 55 a much-needed facelift.
Federal Customs and Border Protection officials estimate that 20 million people worldwide (8 million more than in 2010) are trapped in the modern-day form of slavery known as human trafficking.
Mayor Chokwe Lumumba has charged former Deputy Chief Lindsey Horton with making the Jackson Police Department more community-friendly.
Federal Judge Henry Wingate has been admonished repeatedly for the long delays in his court.
Lily Womble has made it her life's mission to empower and improve the lives of women around the world.
On July 12, Washington, D.C.-based Human Rights Campaign published a study showing that Mississippians' attitudes about discrimination against same-sex-loving people are less conservative than previously thought.
On July 11, St. Dominics Hospital (969 Lakeland Drive, 601-200-2000) completed work on its new Behavioral Health Services Building.
For retired Army veteran Don O'Neal, drag racing is a tool to make a difference and support his military family.
The Byram-Clinton Parkway is a proposed multi-lane route between Byram at Interstate 55 South, extending northwest to the Norrell Road interchange at Interstate 20 in Clinton.
KHN's Mary Agnes Carey talks with Politico Pro's Paige Winfield Cunningham about the latest Republican effort to delay or repeal Obamacare provisions, including putting off a mandate on individuals to carry health insurance.
Before he even moved back to Jackson in December 2012, Jakob Clark, one of Jackson's music-scene veterans, already had the concept for Whitespike in his head.
When it comes to Jackson, there's not much that still surprises city attorney Pieter Teeuwissen after nine years total representing the city, four of them as city attorney.
Ever since the War of the States, Congress and the Supreme Court have clashed over the question of civil rights.
Jackson artist David West is a teacher as well as an artist. He teaches art classes at Belhaven University, a position he has held for four years.
A steady downward trend in major crimes in the capitol city continues, with one notable exception: carjackings.
Last week President Obama launched a major drive to limit carbon pollution from power plants in a bid to stem climate change.
Mississippi Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann said implementation of a controversial voter-identification law, which he has championed, began immediately after the U.S. Supreme Court ruling invalidating a key section of the 1965 Voting Rights Act.
With the 9th Annual JFP Chick Ball coming up on Saturday, July 20, the donations have been arriving fast. Here is a list of the donations and donors we have logged to date; we will update between now and Chick …
Two recent U.S. Supreme Court decisions validating same-sex unions may have a wider effect in Mississippi and nationwide than previously thought.
During the last legislative session, Mississippi lawmakers sharpened the teeth of the state's laws addressing human trafficking.
At his July 1 inauguration, Jackson Mayor Chokwe Lumumba said that the city of Jackson is "open for business." But what does that really mean?
During his former career as a dancer, Erik Kegler debuted in Cincinnati as the first male Peter Pan.
While some of his appointments may be delayed, Mayor Chokwe Lumumba has made a few other decisions on staffing. One of those is Safiya Omari, who will serve as his chief of staff.
The Craftsmen's Guild of Mississippi is working together with the Mississippi Development Authority, Yates Construction, Spectrum Capitol and the state legislature to secure a strong presence at the Outlets of Mississippi.