The Jackson Youth Newsroom empowers teens to embody the spirit of Jackson, Mississippi — and take the mic.

We’re here to tell stories rooted in pride for our city, share new perspectives on old problems, bridge generations, and build a stronger future for Jackson.

JYN is a new program of The Bell, a New York City-based nonprofit that is building the next generation of journalists.

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Watch: Our exclusive interview with mayoral candidate John Horhn
Politics, Interview
Watch: Our exclusive interview with mayoral candidate John Horhn
Politics, Interview

“We’re going to be drinking water out of a fire hose trying to save this city,” Horhn told us in a wide-ranging interview that lasted more than 40 minutes.

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Politics, Interview
“To the ends of our own rainbows”: JPS students shine in award-winning, all-female play
Jackson Public Schools, Arts and Culture
“To the ends of our own rainbows”: JPS students shine in award-winning, all-female play
Jackson Public Schools, Arts and Culture

Ida B. Wells APAC’s production of Ntozake Shange’s For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide When the Rainbow Is Enuf earned the troupe a second consecutive opportunity to represent Mississippi at the International Thespian Festival this summer. JYN goes behind the curtain.

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Jackson Public Schools, Arts and Culture
Here’s what 106 Jackson teens have to say about their city
Here’s what 106 Jackson teens have to say about their city

With local elections approaching, JYN surveyed public high school students to gauge their opinions on a range of issues. They didn’t hold back.

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JPS students challenge mayoral candidates to address their reality
Politics, Jackson Public Schools
JPS students challenge mayoral candidates to address their reality
Politics, Jackson Public Schools

High school students from across the district pressed Jackson mayoral candidates on water, crime, education, and more at a historic youth-led forum

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Politics, Jackson Public Schools

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“This place looks horrible.” That’s how John Horhn, Jackson’s Democratic nominee for mayor, described parts of the city during our April 17 interview — just days before he defeated incumbent Chokwe Antar Lumumba in the p
For a second straight year, JPS theater students at @idabwellsapac are taking their talents to an international stage. Learn more about their award-winning production in this behind-the-curtain feature from JYN reporter (and one of the play’s a
Meet JYN reporter Zy’Quria McClendon! Zy’Quria has a passion for learning new skills and meeting new people. She believes that with determination, anything is possible. She developed a love for reading and writing after picking up a Rott
Meet JYN reporter Edgar Solis-Diaz! Edgar is involved in esports and participates in the Upward Bound program, which provides opportunities for academic and personal growth. He briefly participated in speech and debate and discovered a passion for c
NEW: The survey results are in! Head to the link in our bio to see how high school students rated their educational experience, which local issues are most important to them, and lots more. #youthvoice #journalism #jacksonms
Meet JYN student reporter Laeyla Walters! Laeyla has been a member of the tennis and cheer teams for the past two years and participates in academic programs such as the Global Citizenship Project, the Mayor’s Summer Youth Employment Program,

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