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Hinds County officials are requesting $350,000 in emergency funds to address staffing shortages in the public defender’s office, which has lost five staff members in six months.
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President Donald Trump’s address tonight is expected to focus on domestic issues and his administration’s policies, amid ongoing scrutiny and political protests. Democratic responses will highlight contrasting visions for the country.
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The Mississippi Department of Education adopted a K-12 Workforce Development Plan to help students identify career paths and provide districts a customizable framework, officials said. The State Board also appointed an interim superintendent for the Okolona Separate School District.
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Defend Mississippi urged Hinds County supervisors to appropriate $350,000 to raise starting public defender salaries to $80,000, while supervisors said the county lacks funds amid jail costs and state mandates.
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The Jackson City Council voted 6-1 to confirm RaShall Brackney as the city’s new police chief, after a lengthy questioning period. Brackney, a former Charlottesville police chief, aims to rebuild trust and improve morale in Jackson’s police force.
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Business optimism among small and midsize companies is rising at the start of 2026, signaling potential growth for Jackson, according to JPMorgan Chase survey. Concerns remain over inflation, tariffs, and labor costs.
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Brian Hadad and Robbie Faulk say Tuesday’s game against Austin Peay may be Coach Brian O’Connor’s last chance to settle his lineup and rotation before a big weekend, and the program included remarks from O’Connor after Sunday’s game.
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The University of Mississippi Medical Center continues to face operational disruptions following a cyberattack, with clinics and elective procedures canceled through Wednesday.
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A federal judge granted JXN Water a 12% rate hike to address financial issues, emphasizing the need for reforms and transparency amid Jackson’s water crisis.
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The Supreme Court agreed Monday to hear an appeal from oil and gas companies seeking to block a Boulder, Colorado, lawsuit that seeks billions in damages tied to climate change, a case that could affect similar suits nationwide.
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