On this day in 1941, Stokely Carmichael, who popularized the term “black power”, was born.
Independent autupsy next step in death probe of Jackson man
Capitol Police investigation into Dau Mabil’s death is closed as brother plans independent autopsy.
MS Democratic Party chair vows support for Biden despite poor debate performance
Several national Democratic operatives and media pundits have said the president should step aside and allow a new candidate to take his place atop the presidential ticket.
On this day in 1942
On this day in 1942, Dorie Ladner, who with her sister Joyce got involved early in the civil rights movement. was born in Hattiesburg.
Photo Essay: Myesha Stovall brings hope to Delta Wellness Center
The organization tackles health challenges like obesity, chronic conditions and infant mortality by enhancing health care access and promoting healthier lifestyles through education.
Tunica school district returns to local control Monday, after nearly a decade
After nearly a decade under state oversight, the Tunica County School District on Monday will return to local control.
The story of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s 1966 visit to Sunflower County
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s 1966 speech in Indianola has long been relegated to the footnotes of history, but his words that day may have revealed one of his more vulnerable moments.
Why did prison officials use a state plane to interview an inmate in Tennessee? They won’t say.
Paperwork says state corrections officials interviewed the inmate about an urgent threat to a public official.
On this day in 1991
On this day in 1991, Thurgood Marshall, the first Black justice on the U.S. Supreme Court, announced his retirement.
Members Only: A conversation with Jerry Mitchell and Chris Davis
Mississippi Today hosted a members-only lunch and learn on Friday, June 14 with investigative reporter Jerry Mitchell and New York Times Local Investigative Reporting Fellowship Deputy Chris Davis.
Report details Coast ‘sunny day’ flood threats through 2100
Union of Concerned Scientists report identifies coastal structures at risk of flooding from rising tides, not storms.
Podcast: Chris Harris of the Mississippi Braves joins the pod.
Chris Harris, Director of Communications for the Mississippi Braves, joins the podcast to talk about the Braves latest season and more.