Lawayne Childrey
No Verdict Yet in Jackson Mayor Trial
Thursday, February 19, 2009
Nine women and three men return to deliberations today in the federal civil rights trial of Jackson Mayor Frank Melton and officer Michael Recio. MPB's Lawayne Childrey reports.
Melton Trial Goes to the Jury
Thursday, February 19, 2009
Jurors in the federal trial of Jackson Mayor Frank Melton will continue deliberating today. MPB's Lawayne Childrey is following the case.
Statewide Transportation Coordination Summit
Thursday, February 19, 2009
Federal, State and local transportation officials are gathered in Jackson, this week for the "Changing the face of Transit" summit. MPB's Lawayne Childrey reports.
Defense Testimony Begins in the Melton Trial
Tuesday, February 17, 2009
Testimony in the federal trial of Jackson Mayor Frank Melton and codefendant, police officer Michael Recio could possibly wrap up today. MPB's Lawayne Childrey reports.
Jackson Mayor's Defense Begins
Monday, February 16, 2009
Defense attorneys will begin calling witnesses today in the federal trial of Jackson Mayor Frank Melton. MPB's Lawayne Childrey reports.
Two Former Congressmen React to the Obama Stimulus Package
Monday, February 16, 2009
President Barack Obama is expected to sign a $787 billion economic stimulus bill today aimed at fighting the worst economic crisis since the great depression. But as MPB's Lawayne Childrey, reports two former U.S. congressmen visiting the state are less than enthusiastic.
Are Lawmakers Easing Restrictions on Sex Education in MS Schools?
Friday, February 13, 2009
More teenagers have babies in Mississippi than anywhere else in the nation. But as MPB's Lawayne Childrey reports some lawmakers are considering a bill that would let public schools teach students exactly where those babies come from.
The FBI Needs Your Help in Bringing Civil Rights Cold Cases to Justice
Thursday, February 12, 2009
More than 43 civil rights era murders remain unsolved in Mississippi. MPB's Lawayne Childrey reports how federal and local officials are asking the public for help in solving these crimes from the past.
Star Witness Challenged in Melton Trial
Wednesday, February 11, 2009
A key government witness may have done damage on the stand during the federal trial of Jackson mayor Frank Melton but at what price? MPB's Lawayne Childrey reports.
Star Witness Testifies in Melton's Federal Trial
Wednesday, February 11, 2009
A federal judge could decide this morning wether or not to revoke bond for Jackson Mayor Frank Melton. MPB's Lawayne Childrey.
Testimony to Begin in Jackson Mayor Frank Melton’s Federal Civil Rights Trial
Sunday, February 08, 2009
Opening statements will begin today in the federal civil rights trial of Jackson Mayor Frank Melton. MPB's Lawayne Childrey is following the case and has this report.
Educating Delta Students With iPod Technology
Thursday, February 05, 2009
Innovative technology will soon be helping some Delta students learn the three R's in a whole new way. MPB's Lawayne Childrey reports, in the process it may even inspire a whole new generation of educators.
Mississippi Civil Rights Veterans on the Role of Churches - Then and Now
Wednesday, February 04, 2009
During the turbulent 60's the black church was an integral part of the civil rights movement. MPB's Lawayne Childrey examines it's role four decades later.
Are State Incentive Packages Too Sweet?
Tuesday, February 03, 2009
For decades Mississippi has tried to lure companies through development incentive packages. But as MPB's Lawayne Childrey reports one group wants to put an end to the deals.
Jury Selection Key to Capitol City Mayor’s Federal Trial
Monday, February 02, 2009
Perspective jurors came and went from the federal courthouse as protestors gathered outside in support of Jackson's Mayor. MPB's Lawayne Childrey reports.
School Budget Cuts Hit South Delta
Monday, February 02, 2009
Even with deep budget cuts schools across the state are still having to maintain high academic standards . But as MPB's Lawayne Childrey reports, having to do more with less has always been a challenge for the South Delta School District
Capitol City Mayor in Court Today on Civil Rights Charges
Friday, January 30, 2009
The federal civil rights trial against Jackson Mayor Frank Melton Starts today. MPB's Lawayne Childrey has reaction.
Cities Could See More than a Cool Billion in Stimulus.
Thursday, January 29, 2009
Mississippi could receive as much as $637 million in state budget aid plus millions more for highways, bridges and school modernizations. MPB's Lawayne Childrey reports.
Religious Leaders Present 2009 Legislative Agenda
Tuesday, January 27, 2009
Religious leaders are calling on lawmakers to focus on the most vulnerable members of society. MPB's Lawayne Childrey reports.
Budgets dominate Winter conference of School Superintendents
Monday, January 26, 2009
A tough economy is forcing superintendents to re-examine everything from school budget cuts to accountability issues during their annual winter conference in Jackson. MPB's Lawayne Childrey reports.