Photo essay: First day of school in Cleveland

Defendants and victims see little change in Hinds County following Jody Owens’ departure

For all the headlines generated by Jody Owens’ alleged and admitted actions, the bulk of the work prosecuting cases in Hinds County is undertaken by some 15 assistant district attorneys in five courtrooms, oftentimes at docket calls just like this one. And it appears the work of the district attorney’s office is continuing even as its leadership is in limbo. 

America's civil service protections were born from 'Death by Lightning' and put in jeopardy by Supreme Court

“Death by Lightning” tells the story of President James Garfield and how his assassination spurred civil service protections that have been weakened by the current Supreme Court.

China resumes US soybean purchases under trade deal with Trump, but future for farmers remains ‘daunting’ 

Despite China's resumption of soybean purchases from the U.S., there is still a long way to go before its purchases reach pre-trade war levels.

This summer’s ‘dead zone’ in the Gulf will be larger than average, but task force claims progress is being made 

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration expects the oxygen-depleted zone in the Gulf of Mexico to be about the size of New Jersey.

Mississippi firefighter suicides bring focus to mental health

Kyle Hill of the Mississippi Fire Chiefs Association reported that four firefighters died by suicide in the past year, citing the emotional toll of their work.