After Debate Performance, Carly Fiorina's GOP Stock RisesATLANTA (AP) — As Carly Fiorina stood at the back of a packed hotel ballroom Friday to give a television interview, a gaggle of conservative activists watched, chattered and snapped pictures as if she were a Hollywood celebrity.
James Covington Drops Out of House 65 RaceJames Covington, who appeared to be headed for a Democratic runoff with businessman Chris Bell, says he is ending his candidacy for Mississippi House District 65.
Colorado Shooter Gets Life Sentence, Jury Couldn't Agree on Death PenaltyCENTENNIAL, Colo. (AP) — Colorado theater shooter James Holmes will be sentenced to life in prison without parole after a jury failed to agree Friday on whether he should get the death penalty for his murderous attack on a packed …
The Scott SistersThe news cycle has turned quite a few times since the Scott sisters' release. Finding a way back to normal life has proved a much slower process for the siblings.
Pew Poll: Majority of Americans Support Confederate Flag RemovalCOLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina's decision to remove the Confederate flag from its Statehouse grounds meets with the approval of 57 percent of Americans, but 34 percent believe it was the wrong move, a new survey revealed.
Attorney General Seeks Execution Date for Death Row InmateThe attorney for a Mississippi death row inmate argues in court briefs that he should not be put to death until a federal judge determines if the state's lethal injection protocol is constitutional.
Creative Outlets for College StudentsCollege can take a toll on you, both mentally and physically, from the anxieties and the expectations of academic excellence, so why not allow yourself some creative rejuvenation?
What to Do in JacktownIf you think Jackson has nothing to do, think again. The city, as every true Jacksonian knows, is filled with attractions and events for everyone.
Robert Gray in (Truck) Driver's Seat to Challenge Gov. Phil BryantRobert Gray shocked political watchers around the state by finishing first among the three Democratic candidates with 51 percent of the vote, which would not necessitate a runoff if the totals hold up.
Famous Athletes from JacksonBesides blues music and many other things, Jackson has also had many great athletes come out of it. Here are a few of them.
State of the City Precedes Budget TalksFor municipal finance wonks, there is no more fun time of year than annual budget negotiations that will result in a city spending plan for the next fiscal year.
What Does Local Mean?As a publication, the Jackson Free Press has pushed the idea of shopping local in its almost 13 years of existence. We pride ourselves on being local—shopping local, dining local, hanging out local.
Challengers Unseat 4 DeSoto County State GOP House MembersFour DeSoto County House Republican incumbents targeted by a pro-school choice group because of opposition to charter schools are among at least nine incumbents who lost party primaries Tuesday.
Threatened Budget Cuts Could Hurt StateHigher education, mental health and human services would suffer large reductions in staff and funding with the 7.8 percent cut Mississippi state agencies are proposing should voters choose to force the State to follow the law and fully fund public …
Quotes from Democratic Gubernatorial Candidate Robert GrayAlthough Robert Gray, candidate and potentially the winner of the Democratic gubernatorial primary in Mississippi, is something of an enigma, he did speak to the Associated Press prior to the election.
MS Dept of Education Moving Temporarily After FireJACKSON, Miss. (AP) — The Mississippi Department of Education said Tuesday that it's moving out of its headquarters for months, following damage from a July 19 fire.
Storify: Liveblogging Election ResultsWe'll be live-blogging election results as they come in all night for the 2015 state primaries. Follow us here and in social media!
Westin Hotel Project Officially BeginsAnnounced in late 2011, the 205-room Westin hotel is a $60-million project that drew public money with the help of government agencies.
More Fights Ahead on Planned Parenthood After Senate VoteIn the aftermath of the Senate's derailing of Republican legislation halting federal dollars for Planned Parenthood, one thing seems clear: Many on both sides think they can ring up gains from the battle.
The City of Jackson is going into austerity mode with Mayor Tony Yarber's budget proposal, unveiled this morning at the first of a month's worth of budget talks.
James Covington, who appeared to be headed for a Democratic runoff with businessman Chris Bell, says he is ending his candidacy for Mississippi House District 65.
The news cycle has turned quite a few times since the Scott sisters' release. Finding a way back to normal life has proved a much slower process for the siblings.
State utility regulators plan to decide Mississippi Power Co.'s request for an 18 percent rate increase on Aug. 13.
Reminiscent of the national electoral map that swept Ronald Reagan to a landslide second-term victory in 1984, the Democratic nominee for Mississippi governor won all but three counties.
The attorney for a Mississippi death row inmate argues in court briefs that he should not be put to death until a federal judge determines if the state's lethal injection protocol is constitutional.
If you think Jackson has nothing to do, think again. The city, as every true Jacksonian knows, is filled with attractions and events for everyone.
Robert Gray shocked political watchers around the state by finishing first among the three Democratic candidates with 51 percent of the vote, which would not necessitate a runoff if the totals hold up.
Besides blues music and many other things, Jackson has also had many great athletes come out of it. Here are a few of them.
For municipal finance wonks, there is no more fun time of year than annual budget negotiations that will result in a city spending plan for the next fiscal year.
As a publication, the Jackson Free Press has pushed the idea of shopping local in its almost 13 years of existence. We pride ourselves on being local—shopping local, dining local, hanging out local.
Higher education, mental health and human services would suffer large reductions in staff and funding with the 7.8 percent cut Mississippi state agencies are proposing should voters choose to force the State to follow the law and fully fund public …
We'll be live-blogging election results as they come in all night for the 2015 state primaries. Follow us here and in social media!
Announced in late 2011, the 205-room Westin hotel is a $60-million project that drew public money with the help of government agencies.
Debra Griffin, owner of the Coffee Roastery, will relaunch her coffee shop later this month together with Al Stamps of Cool Al's fame.