Jackson Tragedy: The RNA, RevisitedIt's hard to have a conversation with just about anyone about Chokwe Lumumba without hearing "RNA" at least once.
Brother Lumumba, A True LeaderLeaders don't stop leading when the election is over. Leaders don't pop up only during election year. Leaders lead even when there is nothing to win except the people's prize.
Take a Breath, JacksonStill, it is completely irresponsible for both elected officials and supposedly "real" media outlets to spread the rumor that Lumumba was murdered.
Stinker Quote of the Week: 'Murdered'Stokes' remarks represent not only an ugly distraction as Jackson continues to grieve Lumumba's loss and wonder what the future holds for their city government, but a painful distraction for Lumumba's family.
At Youth Jail, a Question of ProgressTwo years after a federal consent decree and a lawsuit against the Hinds County Board of Supervisors over abuse that D.I. and other children say they suffered at the Hinds County-run youth jail, attorneys for the plaintiffs and county officials …
Money Ain’t a ThingAfter years of underfunding public education in Mississippi, teachers are finally getting some love from the state Legislature.
Off and RunningNo matter what anyone says, the campaign to replace the late Mayor Chokwe Lumumba is already in full swing.
The Lumumba Legacy: What Happens Now?Chokwe Lumumba was the first to admit that he was a radical. He was never satisfied with the status quo. He became a lawyer for the express purpose of defending people from civil-rights abuses.
‘Baba’ Chokwe: Lumumba the MentorChokew Lumumba was a living, breathing history lesson, especially for up-and-coming human-rights attorneys interested in understanding the relationship between the fight for civil rights and American-style justice and fighting it out in courtrooms.
Dr. Justin TurnerFamiliar with hard times and a witness to his mother's sacrifices, Dr. Justin Turner wanted to make his mom, Janice Armstrong, proud.
Charcoal and Chimney Smoke at Iron HorseFor many, The Iron Horse Grill carries fond memories of house fried tortilla chips dipped into bowls of cilantro- and chili- studded salsa, sizzling platters of fajitas and a habanero cream sauce that was to die for.
Fondren’s New ShutterbugLately, Sharon Coker's home has felt a little crowded, with her family and photography business all under one roof.
Israel Tightens Grip on Heart of West BankIsrael seeks to keep large chunks of Area C, while the Palestinians demand a near-total Israeli pullout so they can establish a state in the West Bank along with two other territories Israel captured in 1967, the Gaza Strip and …
Texas Primary Leaves Tea Party Influence UnsettledThe first primary in what Republicans hope is a triumphant election year sent a message that U.S. Sen Ted Cruz and the tea party still wield considerable influence in one of the nation's most conservative states.
It's hard to have a conversation with just about anyone about Chokwe Lumumba without hearing "RNA" at least once.
Two years after a federal consent decree and a lawsuit against the Hinds County Board of Supervisors over abuse that D.I. and other children say they suffered at the Hinds County-run youth jail, attorneys for the plaintiffs and county officials …
After years of underfunding public education in Mississippi, teachers are finally getting some love from the state Legislature.
No matter what anyone says, the campaign to replace the late Mayor Chokwe Lumumba is already in full swing.
Chokwe Lumumba was the first to admit that he was a radical. He was never satisfied with the status quo. He became a lawyer for the express purpose of defending people from civil-rights abuses.
Chokew Lumumba was a living, breathing history lesson, especially for up-and-coming human-rights attorneys interested in understanding the relationship between the fight for civil rights and American-style justice and fighting it out in courtrooms.
Familiar with hard times and a witness to his mother's sacrifices, Dr. Justin Turner wanted to make his mom, Janice Armstrong, proud.
For many, The Iron Horse Grill carries fond memories of house fried tortilla chips dipped into bowls of cilantro- and chili- studded salsa, sizzling platters of fajitas and a habanero cream sauce that was to die for.
Humana is back to host another event on health insurance plans.
Lately, Sharon Coker's home has felt a little crowded, with her family and photography business all under one roof.