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City & County
Chokwe Lumumba Celebrates Victory
The atmosphere in the Clarion Hotel's ballroom was electric moments before Chokwe Lumumba arrived on the scene to celebrate his election victory Tuesday. Lumumba was officially Jackson's next mayor.
Editor's Note
Anticipating the Best
Without the facts, people cannot make good decisions for themselves. They cannot come together in social or activist forums; they can't celebrate what's great about their community while tackling what's …
Music
The Crest of the New Wave
Daniel Guaqueta, the 36-year-old drummer, introduced me to his other two mates, guitarist Brent Varner, 23, and bassist Tyler Baker, 24. This trifecta of talent became Buddy & the Squids …
Mississippians Taking Supplies to Okla.
A group of volunteers from a Mississippi town that was hit hard by a tornado in 2011 will travel this week to help victims of a deadly twister that hit …
Deadly Okla. Tornado Widest on Record, Rare EF5
The deadly tornado that plowed through an area near Oklahoma City last week was even larger and more powerful than previously estimated — a record 2.6 miles wide with winds …
Soldier Due to Plead Guilty in Afghan Massacre
The American soldier charged with killing 16 Afghan civilians during nighttime raids on two slumbering villages last year is expected to recount the horrific slaughter in a military courtroom Wednesday …
Manning Trial Takes on Cloak and Dagger Feel
Pfc. Bradley Manning's court-martial over the leak of hundreds of thousands of classified documents has been all about secrecy and security, and his trial has taken on a cloak and …
Senators Blast Military Response to Sex Assaults
U.S. senators dressed down senior military leaders Tuesday, led by female lawmakers, combat veterans and former prosecutors who insisted that sexual assault in the ranks has cost the services the …
Politics
Guest Commentary: Gov. Phil Bryant Is a Caveman
An Oxford mother responds to Gov. Phil Bryant's comments about working mothers.
City & County
Cornelius Griggs: Man Without a Party
Many Jackson voters are suffering election-cycle fatigue, but few are more exhausted by the political process than independent mayoral candidate Cornelius Griggs.
Person of the Day
Beth S. Gersh-Nesic
Beth S. Gersh-Nesic says that what defines Impressionism is its emphasis on light. Through light, artists express quick changes in atmosphere, activity and texture.
Most Miss. Cities Hold Mayoral Elections Tuesday
Most Mississippi cities will elect mayors Tuesday, choosing people to propose budgets, appoint department heads and make sure that potholes are filled, garbage is collected and clean water is flowing.
U.S. Auto Sales Roar Back in May, Led by Pickups
Full-size pickups once again dominated U.S. auto sales in May, as small businesses—increasingly confident in the economy—raced to replace the aging pickups they held on to during the recession.
Firefighters Gain Upper Hand on Calif. Blaze
On Monday afternoon, Gregg Johnson surveyed the damage along with the nearly 3,000 others allowed to return to their homes in the rural communities threatened by a massive Southern California …
Fort Hood Victims Upset; Suspect Can Question Them
Retired Staff Sgt. Alonzo Lunsford says he will never forget locking eyes with the gunman who entered a Fort Hood building Nov. 5, 2009, then unleashed a burst of gunfire …
Oscar Pistorius Briefly Back in Court for Hearing
Oscar Pistorius stood for his entire 15-minute court hearing Tuesday, staring straight ahead, hands clasped in front of him and giving away little emotion as the world got its first …
Lawyer: Manning Wanted to Enlighten U.S. About Wars
Pfc. Bradley Manning's attorney argued that his client wanted to tell the public about the bitter reality of America's wars when he gave classified material to WikiLeaks.
Fed Jury Indicts Miss. Man in Poisoned Letters Case
A federal grand jury has indicted James Dutschke, suspected of sending poison-laced letters to President Barack Obama and other officials.
Health Care
Obamacare Insurance Won't Cover Weight-Loss Surgery In Many States
Uninsured Americans who are hoping the new health insurance law will give them access to weight loss treatments are likely to be disappointed.
