High Court Rejects NRA AppealsThe Supreme Court has turned away appeals from the National Rifle Association which complained about resistance by governments and judges to the high court's recent seminal rulings declaring that Americans have a constitutional right to own a gun.
Hosts' Real Olympic Challenge: After the GamesFor athletes and spectators at Sochi, it's time to pack up. But for the host cities, the real challenge begins with the end of the Olympics.
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.
3 Students to be Questioned in Statue VandalismThe University of Mississippi wants to question three white students in connection with the vandalism of the statue of James Meredith, who in 1962 became the first black student to enroll in the then all-white university.
Miss. Clears Jackson Schools on Special EducationMississippi officials say the Jackson city school district now meets special education standards, 18 months after the district nearly lost its accreditation over problems educating students with disabilities.
Focus on Mississippi's ImmigrantsFellowship and good food trumped the torrential downpour last night for about 100 Jackson area residents who came out to show their support for a good cause.
Randy HayesJackson resident Randy Hayes is celebrating his 20th anniversary as a business owner, and his 30th year in the restaurant industry.
Obama to Host Dalai Lama on Friday at White HousePresident Barack Obama will host Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama for a meeting, the White House announced Thursday, prompting swift and vehement protest from China.
Ukrainian Parliament Approves New Charter, AmnestyUkraine's parliament has voted to restore a previous constitution that limits presidential powers as part of a breakthrough deal between the opposition and president.
Dems Push GOP into Corner on PayraisesUnder the recommended budget for fiscal year 2015, which begins July 1, teachers are in line to receive a raise, but employees of most agencies are not.
Jim Hill Teacher Wins Prestigious AwardThe Milken Family Foundation National Educator Awards recognized Tracee Thompson, an English teacher at Jim Hill High School in Jackson, with a $25,000 award during a surprise visit to the school Wednesday.
Flawaan FlaggsIn just the team's second year in existence, the Jackson Showboats have nominated a player for the American Basketball Association All-Star Game, Jim Hill High School graduate Flawaan Flaggs.
There'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.
Fellowship and good food trumped the torrential downpour last night for about 100 Jackson area residents who came out to show their support for a good cause.
Jackson resident Randy Hayes is celebrating his 20th anniversary as a business owner, and his 30th year in the restaurant industry.
Under the recommended budget for fiscal year 2015, which begins July 1, teachers are in line to receive a raise, but employees of most agencies are not.
The Milken Family Foundation National Educator Awards recognized Tracee Thompson, an English teacher at Jim Hill High School in Jackson, with a $25,000 award during a surprise visit to the school Wednesday.
In just the team's second year in existence, the Jackson Showboats have nominated a player for the American Basketball Association All-Star Game, Jim Hill High School graduate Flawaan Flaggs.