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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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The Institutions of Higher Learning Board of Trustees approved the first-stage Doctor of Nursing Practice application at Mississippi College, created a Center on Collegiate Gambling at the University of Mississippi and authorized two new bachelor of science degrees, the board said. The board also presented Gov. Tate Reeves with the Karen Cummins Award.
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House Bill 1234, authored by Rep. Zachary Grady, would require public schools to post revenue, vendor contracts, attendance and staffing data on the Mississippi Department of Education website; the bill awaits Senate review.
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Mississippi State, Ole Miss, and Southern Miss have begun the season with impressive records, setting high expectations early in the college baseball season.
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John Davis, the government’s key witness in the trial of former wrestler Ted DiBiase Jr., testified Monday that he tried to do his best as defense lawyer Eric Herschmann sought to portray him as a well-meaning official amid allegations of misspending.
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