Jackson
Jackson mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba declared a local state of emergency due to the city’s low to no water pressure in certain areas.
Congress has announced $600 million in federal funds to fix Jackson’s water crisis.
The Mississippi Poor People’s Campaign released a statement this week regarding DOJ's decision to intervene in the Jackson water crisis.
DOJ filed a proposal in federal court that will try and stabilize the city of Jackson, Mississippi’s public drinking water system.
12-year-old Markell Noah of Jackson, Mississippi, was found dead after engaging in a game of Russian roulette with two other juveniles.
“Don’t trust the state” to fix the water crisis, Jackson Mayor Lumumba told residents.
New proof bolstered the suggestion that former Gov. Phil Bryant helped channel at least $5 million into a project for Brett Farve.
State and city officials continue to point the finger at each other as residents in Jackson still struggle to get access to clean water.
Black businesses in Jackson, Mississippi are living in a nightmare, but they are fighting to save their dreams.
What to know as Mississippi's capital city goes without access to clean water.
Spelman alumna Dr. LaMonica Davis Taylor has launched a mobile dentist facility to serve underprivileged youth in Mississippi.
After being diagnosed with a life-altering illness, 13-year-old Adeola "Abraham" Olagbegi used his Make-A-Wish opportunity to feed the homeless in his city.
-
Indigenous Peoples' DayThings You Wouldn't Have Without Native Americans
-
op-edTaking A Stand Against Forced Motherhood
-
women's history monthErika Alexander Narrates New Audible Series 'Finding Tamika'
-
#theblackballotKeturah Herron Wins Kentucky Special Election
-
#theblackballotImportant Primary Elections Happening This Week
-
black history monthRemembering Rosa Parks' Resistance Against Racism
Get Informed!