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Dozens Locked in Hinds County’s Jails Without an Indictment — Some for Over a Year

The newly appointed federal receiver has asked the county’s district attorney to move more cases, while the DA has asked the county for more money.

Jackson • 12.05.2025

Indicted Mississippi Prosecutor’s Latest Campaign Finance Report Rife With Errors

Amid federal corruption charges, the campaign finance report from Jody Owens features bad math, with thousands of dollars unaccounted for.

Jackson • 07.18.2025

In Mississippi’s Capital City, Indicted District Attorney Flouts Campaign Disclosure Laws

While he fights federal bribery charges, Jody Owens faces sanctions for not disclosing campaign funds and spending. Weak laws confuse enforcement.

Jackson • 05.12.2025

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