Mississippi's Jamal Roberts wins "American Idol" with record-breaking votes

CLARK AND REESE FACE EACH OTHER AGAIN EARLY NEXT MONTH IN CHICAGO. AFTER THOUSANDS OF AUDITIONS. PLUS, PLENTY OF HOPE, HEARTACHE AND ELIMINATIONS. THIS SEASON'S "AMERICAN IDOL" CAME DOWN TO TWO STRONG SINGERS. ONE OF THEM IS FROM MERIDIAN! …

Vote for Mississippi boys high school athlete of the week May 12-17

There were several top performers across the state in boys high school sports, but only one can be voted athlete of the week for May 12-17. Fans may vote in the poll BELOW one time per hour per device. The poll closes at noon on Friday. To nominate a …

Opinion | Mississippi’s Education Miracle: A Model for Global Literacy Reform

In a surprising turnaround, Mississippi, once ranked near the bottom of U.S. education standings, has dramatically improved its student literacy rates. As of 2023, the state ranks among the top 20 for fourth grade reading, a significant leap from its 49th- …

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Who is Jamal Roberts? Mississippi teacher becomes first Black man to win ‘American Idol’ in 22 years

The American Idol Season 23 winner is a 27-year-old P.E. teacher from Meridian, Mississippi, whose soulful performances and inspiring story won the hearts of viewers across the country. After 26 million votes, the most ever in a season finale, Roberts was …

‘Let’s get it rolling’: Mississippi coast ready for passenger rail

BAY ST. LOUIS — In this artsy coastal town, the familiar rumble of trains will soon carry a new significance.  Trains that once transported cargo will begin carrying passengers again — something residents and local businesses hope will bring new life to …

Mississippi shows way on education

Mississippi leads the nation. That’s not a typographical error. And it’s not just a gotcha phrase. Not much notice was taken in 2011, nearly a decade after passage of the bipartisan No Child Left Behind Act, when Mississippi finished dead last in the …

Two Mississippi student film makers showcase their work

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Lights, camera, action. Two student filmmakers from Mississippi had the opportunity to show off their short film to a crowd of a few dozen at the Two Mississippi Museums. College student Jermarius Everett and high school student …

Mississippi Gulf Coast Golf seeks second consecutive National Championship