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The Junior League of Jackson brought 1,000 second-graders to climb fire trucks, bulldozers, and emergency vehicles for free. Every dollar raised from the weekend event funds 30 community projects across metro Jackson.
A 26-year-old from Tampa who'd never played links golf before Monday is now second place at The Open Championship. Jackson Suber's infectious positivity and natural talent are turning heads at Royal Birkdale.
A diverse crowd of 300 gathered in Jackson, Mississippi to cheer Team USA to a 2-0 World Cup victory over Bosnia and Herzegovina. The outdoor viewing party at Fondren Yard became a celebration of unity, patriotism, and resilience.
Jesse Jackson, who died February 17 at 84, transformed leadership skills from the football field into a lifetime of fighting for civil rights and economic justice. The quarterback turned activist helped secure jobs for thousands and inspired millions through five decades of tireless advocacy.
Two-time world champion Shericka Jackson dominated the Diamond League 200m in Xiamen, breaking the meet record with a blazing 21.87-second finish. Her commanding performance electrified the track as she pulled away on the bend, showing why she's among the world's fastest women.
Before Barack Obama made history, Jesse Jackson showed America a Black president was possible. His groundbreaking campaigns in the 1980s changed voting rules and energized millions, creating the path Obama would walk to the White House.
A 23-year-old chemist solved one of medicine's deadliest problems in 1915, only to have her breakthrough stolen after her untimely death. Now, more than a century later, Alice Ball's life-saving discovery finally bears her name.
Four years after becoming the first Black woman to win individual gold at any Winter Olympics, speedskater Erin Jackson is racing to inspire the next generation. The 33-year-old wants her historic achievement to be just the beginning.
A Wisconsin town is calling on neighbors to help create Easter magic for local kids. The Jackson Parks & Recreation Department needs just five more volunteers to pull off their community egg hunt.
Patrick Ball paid off $80,000 in student loans just three months into filming The Pitt. The actor teared up describing the profound relief after years of financial stress that had affected his relationships and mental health.
After eight seasons with one head coach, Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson is thriving under new leadership and bringing renewed energy to the team. The two-time MVP says the coaching change feels like a "breath of fresh air" as he builds chemistry with Head Coach Jesse Minter.
Jesse Jackson, the legendary civil rights leader who worked alongside Martin Luther King Jr. and spent decades fighting for equality worldwide, has passed away at 84. His voice and vision inspired millions and helped shape the United Nations' work against racism and apartheid.
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Reverend Jesse Jackson's decades of civil rights work reached far beyond America, inspiring South Africa's anti-apartheid movement and linking freedom struggles across continents. His powerful "I Am Somebody" message became a rallying cry for dignity worldwide.
Gateway Rescue Mission broke ground on a 24,000-square-foot expansion that will double its ability to help men overcome addiction in Jackson. The project marks 78 years of service with a bold investment in recovery.
Jonathan "Sugarfoot" Moffett drummed behind Michael Jackson's iconic moves for three decades, yet most fans never knew his name. Now viral videos with 72 million views are finally giving this legendary musician the recognition he deserves.
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Singer-songwriter Paris Jackson is celebrating over six years of sobriety and transforming her recovery journey into hope for others. She calls her recovery her "superpower" and believes sharing her story can help people struggling with addiction.
Civil rights leader Jesse Jackson, who freed hostages abroad and reshaped American politics at home, has died at 84. The man who literally ran into a high school student in a parking lot had spent decades running toward justice.
Speed skating gold medalist Erin Jackson is heading into the 2026 Winter Olympics with a refreshing mindset: fun comes before medals. The 33-year-old is defending her 500-meter title while managing a back injury and studying for her fourth college degree.
Scientists tested soccer balls on the International Space Station to understand how embedded sensors affect ball movement. The research is helping improve match balls used in major tournaments, including the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Speed skating champion Erin Jackson has been chosen by her fellow athletes to carry the American flag at the 2026 Winter Olympics opening ceremony. The honor comes as she prepares to defend her gold medal and compete in a second event.
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