Attorneys want the US Supreme Court to say Mississippi's felony voting ban is cruel and unusual
The U.S. Supreme Court should overturn Mississippi's disenfranchisement practices rooted in Jim Crow laws, impacting primarily nonviolent offenders.
US history of white supremacy peers through the present in Stephen Mangum's latest work - 48 hills
Stephen Mangum's art confronts the legacy of racism, intertwining childhood innocence with historical brutality to inspire reflection on societal inequities.
6 Mississippi deputies sentenced in state court for torture
Long state sentences for former white officers for torturing Black men were seen as significant in Mississippi's history of racist atrocities by authority figures.
The state sentences ran concurrently with federal terms but were longer than state prosecutors recommended, signaling accountability in the same courthouse where they testified.
Attorneys want the US Supreme Court to say Mississippi's felony voting ban is cruel and unusual
The U.S. Supreme Court should overturn Mississippi's disenfranchisement practices rooted in Jim Crow laws, impacting primarily nonviolent offenders.
US history of white supremacy peers through the present in Stephen Mangum's latest work - 48 hills
Stephen Mangum's art confronts the legacy of racism, intertwining childhood innocence with historical brutality to inspire reflection on societal inequities.
6 Mississippi deputies sentenced in state court for torture
Long state sentences for former white officers for torturing Black men were seen as significant in Mississippi's history of racist atrocities by authority figures.
The state sentences ran concurrently with federal terms but were longer than state prosecutors recommended, signaling accountability in the same courthouse where they testified.
US opens civil rights investigation into Mississippi sheriff's office after torture of Black men
The DOJ is investigating the Rankin County Sheriff's Department for systematic racism and excessive force following the torture of two Black men.
2 more former Mississippi 'Goon Squad' deputies sentenced in torture of 2 Black men
Six former white law enforcement officers pleaded guilty to torturing two Black men in Mississippi, leading to significant prison sentences for their roles in the racist attack.
The former officers were part of a self-styled 'Goon Squad' known for using violent and aggressive tactics, leading to a disturbing brutality case in Rankin County, Mississippi.
US opens civil rights investigation into Mississippi sheriff's office after torture of Black men
The DOJ is investigating the Rankin County Sheriff's Department for systematic racism and excessive force following the torture of two Black men.
2 more former Mississippi 'Goon Squad' deputies sentenced in torture of 2 Black men
Six former white law enforcement officers pleaded guilty to torturing two Black men in Mississippi, leading to significant prison sentences for their roles in the racist attack.
The former officers were part of a self-styled 'Goon Squad' known for using violent and aggressive tactics, leading to a disturbing brutality case in Rankin County, Mississippi.
Mississippi Real Estate Commissions: What You Can Expect in 2024
Understanding real estate commissions is crucial for budgeting and success in the Mississippi housing market, especially with new regulations in 2024.
Lance Bass on life if he had never come out & married his ex-girlfriend: "I would be so bored" - Queerty
Lance Bass attributes his ability to embrace his identity to the opportunities presented by the entertainment industry.
US state kicks off 2024 gator hunt with one of the largest ever caught
A team of hunters caught a massive 14-foot, 802-pound alligator, marking a successful start to Mississippi's 2024 alligator hunting season.
Solar Development in Mississippi Faces Resistance From State Regulators
The Mississippi Public Service Commission's Solar Summit highlighted the lack of representation for clean energy voices amidst discussions predominantly led by fossil fuel interests.
Mississippi Approves $21.6M in State Broadband Funding
Mississippi is investing heavily in broadband expansion to improve access for residents.
The state has approved over $91 million for broadband projects to reach thousands of households.
Governor Tate Reeves highlights broadband as essential infrastructure.
Mississippi bans trans people from using correct school bathroom
Transgender people in Mississippi face discrimination as they can no longer use bathrooms aligning with their gender identity.
Mississippi Republicans pass anti-trans bathroom bill at last-minute
Republican legislators in Mississippi advanced a bill restricting trans folks' access to gender-aligned facilities amidst controversy and activists' criticism.
Mississippi GOP passes bill to let cis people sue trans folks for using the bathroom
Mississippi passed bill allowing cisgender individuals to sue trans people using preferred bathrooms, impacting college facilities and housing.
Mississippi governor signs transgender bathroom ban
The SAFER Act in Mississippi mandates single-sex facilities based on birth sex, opposing transgender rights despite federal protections.
Mississippi Republicans fail to pass trans bathroom ban and law defining sex
Two laws restricting transgender rights in Mississippi did not proceed to a final vote due to lack of agreement.
Mississippi bans trans people from using correct school bathroom
Transgender people in Mississippi face discrimination as they can no longer use bathrooms aligning with their gender identity.
Mississippi Republicans pass anti-trans bathroom bill at last-minute
Republican legislators in Mississippi advanced a bill restricting trans folks' access to gender-aligned facilities amidst controversy and activists' criticism.
Mississippi GOP passes bill to let cis people sue trans folks for using the bathroom
Mississippi passed bill allowing cisgender individuals to sue trans people using preferred bathrooms, impacting college facilities and housing.
Mississippi governor signs transgender bathroom ban
The SAFER Act in Mississippi mandates single-sex facilities based on birth sex, opposing transgender rights despite federal protections.
Mississippi Republicans fail to pass trans bathroom ban and law defining sex
Two laws restricting transgender rights in Mississippi did not proceed to a final vote due to lack of agreement.
Two anti-trans bill die in Mississippi legislature due to Republican fumble
Two transphobic bills in Mississippi failed to pass due to lack of compromise among Republican lawmakers.
1964's Freedom Summer Offers a Model for the Voting Rights Work We Need to Do
Freedom Summer, 1964, marked a significant civil rights initiative to combat racism and secure Black voting rights despite violent opposition in Mississippi.
How this lawyer reacted when client claimed to be Messiah and demanded $25K
Lawyer faced client claiming to be Messiah demanding $25K and carrying a gun
Lawyer prioritized safety by calling 911 and ensuring staff remained in offices
Black Residents Liken Mississippi's New Court System to Modern Day Slavery
Residents in Jackson, Mississippi are frustrated with a federal appeals court decision allowing the state to establish a separate, state-run court system in their majority-Black capital city.
Organizers argue that the separate court system is an attempt to undermine the authority of Black leadership and voting power in the city.