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May 19, 2009
Tillman Wins Jackson Ward 5 Democratic Runoff
Charles Tillman wins Jackson’s Ward 5 Democratic runoff.
Jackson Councilman Bluntson Defeats Challenger In Democratic Runoff
Bluntson defeats Brown for the second time.
Lumumba Wins Jackson Ward 2 Democratic Primary
Chockwe Lumumba wins the Democratic primary for Jackson’s ward 2 council seat.
Johnson Beats Crisler In Jackson Mayoral Runoff
Results from the May 19th runoff elections.
New Emissions Standards
President Obama announces big changes for the auto industry, but a local insurance agent says the new standards could cost drivers a lot more.
Voter Turnout Low
If you haven’t voted, polls are still open until 7:00.
State Health Leaders Confirm 5th Case Of Swine Flu
Another case of Swine Flu confirmed in Mississippi
Voters Cast Ballots In Jackson Runoff Election
Polls across the state are open for voters to cast ballots in primary runoff elections
May 18, 2009
Man Murdered in West Jackson
Jackson police are investigating the brutal death of Jackson man found beaten to death in west Jackson
Family Outraged By Jackson Councilman’s Comments
The family of a murdered man wants an apology from a Jackson city councilman for statements he made about their loved one and race relations.
Two Young Brothers Die In A House Fire
A Warren County father loses his two young sons in a weekend blaze
Teen Killed In Jackson Crash Identified
An afternoon accident leaves a teen dead.
Jackson Police Want To Question Roommate Of Murdered Man
An autopsy shows the victim died of blunt force trauma.
A Fourth Case of Swine Flu Is Confirmed In Forrest County
Mississippi’s fourth case of the Swine Flu is reported in Forrest County.
May 15, 2009
Former Melton Bodyguard Agrees To Plea Deal
The case that consumed a community for years comes to an uneventful end.
Race To City Hall
Former Councilman Bo Brown talks about his efforts to win back his council seat.
Race To City Hall
Councilman Frank Bluntson talks about his campaign and the future of Jackson in this raw interview.
Swine Flu In Mississippi
Three confirmed cases in the state, and many say they’re ready for it.
Plea Deal Reached in Michael Recio Federal Case
Frank Melton’s former bodyguard has plead guilty to a misdemeanor.
GM Plans To Terminate Over One Thousand Dealerships
GM terminating about 1,100 dealer outlets.
H1N1 Swine Flu Confirmed In Mississippi
The Mississippi State Department of Health confirms one case of the H1N1 Swine Flu in the state.
May 14, 2009
Tracking State Spending
How to track state spending in Mississippi.
Chrysler Crisis
A Flowood Dealership is one of six in Mississippi targeted to close as part of the automaker’s bankruptcy survival plan.
Crisler, Johnson Speak Out About Experience
Two men who want to follow Frank Melton to the top job at City Hall
Mayoral Candidates Crisler, Johnson Tout Experience
The battle to see who will replace Frank Melton at City Hall
How You Can Help Support The Community Animal Rescue And Adoption Shelter
A local animal shelter is low on food and donations and needs your help in the Shelter Challenge.
Police Arrest Teen For Shooting 2 Brothers, Killing 1
Jackson Police make an arrest in a deadly shooting that killed a teenager and injured his brother.
A Teenager Is Gunned Down In The Middle Of The Street While Other Kids Are Walking To School
A teen and his younger brother are shot.
Chrysler Wants to Close Nearly 800 Dealerships
Six Mississippi dealerships on the possible closure list from Chrysler.
May 13, 2009
Miss. Smokers to See First Cigarette Tax Hike in 25 Years
An economic downturn forces an antitax Republican governer to reverse course
