Will new state-appointed Jackson court have city-based jurists? Yes, chief justice decides
The Capitol Complex Improvement District Court opens next week, and three judges with Jackson roots have been appointed to serve.
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Tate Reeves and other top Mississippi Republicans owe thanks to President Joe Biden
Column: If Tate Reeves and other Mississippi Republicans prevail in eliminating the state income tax this year, they should join hands, face northward, and shout a resounding, “Thanks, Joe Biden!”
Jackson State Tigers honored with parade for HBCU National Football Championship win
The Jackson State University football team celebrated their national title win with a parade through downtown Jackson.
New state-appointed Jackson court opening a year late
The new legislatively created, state-appointed court in Jackson will begin hearing cases Jan. 27.
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House passes $1.1 billion income tax elimination-gas and sales tax increase plan in bipartisan vote
Measure passes House 88-24, with nine Democrats joining with the GOP in support.
