Lifestyle
Mississippi Sees Graduation Rate Rise to 90.8% in 2024-25
Dropout rate declines to 7% as state continues education improvement efforts
Jackson Revitalizes Historic Farish Street With Green Spaces
Community groups and city leaders aim to transform the once-bustling district through green infrastructure projects.
Jackson Teens 'Say Yes' to Prom with Free Gown Fittings
More than 200 students receive free prom gowns, scholarships, and dorm supplies
Health
UMMC Resumes Operations After Ransomware Attack
Mississippi hospital recovers from nine-day disruption caused by cybercriminals
UMMC Clinics Reopen After Cyberattack, Resume Normal Operations
The medical center is working to accommodate patients impacted by the network disruption.
VA Medical Center Celebrates 'Thank a Resident Day'
Facility highlights role of physicians in training who care for veterans
Tech
UMMC Cyberattack Forces Closure of Mississippi Medical System Clinics
IT systems disrupted, including access to electronic medical records, as officials work to assess and restore services.
Cybersecurity Attack Forces UMMC to Close Clinics, Cancel Procedures
Medical center says IT systems, including electronic records, taken offline by incident
University of Mississippi Medical Center Clinics Remain Closed After Cyber Attack
Ransomware attack forces cancellation of elective surgeries and clinic closures statewide.
Weather
Rain Chances Linger in Central Mississippi
Meteorologist warns of lingering showers and thunderstorms through the week
Severe Storm Risk With Large Hail for ArkLaTex Area Monday
Isolated thunderstorms could develop across the region, bringing a threat of large hail and damaging winds.
Long-awaited Pearl River flood control project moves forward
Jackson and Pearl mayors say project will provide flood protection and economic benefits to the region
Politics
Jackson Councilmember Opposes Water Rate Hike, Seeks Appeal
Councilman Kenneth Stokes plans to challenge federal judge's approval of 12% increase for JXN Water
Mississippi Senate Committee Approves Bill to Create Jackson Water Authority
Legislation aims to oversee city's water system amid ongoing changes
Jackson Water Authority Bill Faces Uncertain Future Amid Concerns
Proposed legislation to create a new Jackson water authority draws skepticism from key stakeholders.
