Jackson Free Press

$5 Million Makeover Comes At a Cost

The Jackson City Council voted Monday to pump an additional $1.89 million into the city's Department of Human and Cultural Services to provide "funds needed for an expanded scope of …

Jeremy Jungling

When Jeremy Jungling makes a goal for himself, he commits to achieving it. As a trainer at StinkyFeet Athletics in Flowood, part of his job is to inspire other runners …

Japan Promises Equality, but Women Find Few Jobs

Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe wants women like Tomo Tamai to go back to work.

At 20 Years, NAFTA Didn't Close Mexico Wage Gap

it's hard to remember Mexico before the North American Free Trade Agreement, which has dramatically expanded consumer choice and trade since it took effect 20 years ago on Jan. 1.

Police, Troops Heavy in Bomb-Hit Russian City

Although there has been no claim of responsibility for the bombing of Volgograd's main railway station and a trolleybus, suspicion falls strongly on Islamist insurgents.

State Shortchanges Domestic Abuse Shelters

Mississippi domestic-violence shelters have been shortchanged more than previously believed—$1.6 million over the course of four years.

Federal Health Care Sign-Ups Pass 1 Million Mark

The government's rehabilitated health insurance website has seen a December surge in customer sign-ups, pushing enrollment past the 1 million mark, the Obama administration says.

Israel Prepares to Free Palestinian Prisoners

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faced a public uproar Monday over the impending release of more than two dozen Palestinian prisoners convicted in deadly attacks as part of a U.S.-brokered package …

Ape of the Day: Jari

Barely one month old, a new addition to the Jackson Zoo is already capturing hearts.

It's the Weekend!

On Sunday, the Community Kwanzaa Celebration is from 6 p.m.-9 p.m. at Medgar Evers Community Center.

Thai Army Chief Urges Calm, Doesn't Rule Out Coup

Thailand's army chief on Friday urged both sides in the country's bitter political dispute to show restraint, but did not explicitly rule out the possibility of a coup.

Court Date Set in Kidnapping, Assault Case

A man who allegedly lured two brothers, ages 5 and 8, from their yard in south Mississippi and took them to his camper, where he sexually abused them and slashed …

The Family Business

Going south from Memphis, turn left at Tunica, you'll discover the rolling hills of north Mississippi and the birthplace of "Hill Country Blues."

Needles and Qi

Acupuncture is an ancient wellness technique involving the insertion of multiple thin needles (or fine wire, since they lack the hollow centers of traditional medical needles) into specific spots on …

Ring in 2014: Dinner, Parties and Dancing Around Town

New Year's Eve is a wonderful night to reflect on the last 365 days and to gear up for the 365 days ahead.

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The Sleep Diaries

Whether or not you let your littles crawl in bed with you at the end of the day, here are several ways to make bedtime smoother and get more sleep …

The Slate

I'm not sure what it says about the Saints' playoff chances when they sign a new kicker and promote a new tackle with two weeks left in the season. I …

Early Favorites for the Howell Trophy

Near the end of each basketball season for the past nine years, the Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame and Museum has honored the top men's basketball player with the Howell …

Remembering M.K. Turk

Current Southern Miss head basketball coach Donnie Tyndall made a fitting tribute to former Golden Eagle head coach M.K. Turk at the end of USM's 75-65 overtime win against Georgia …

2013 Highlight Reel

This past year has given us some memorable up-and-down sports moments, both as a state and in the greater sports world.