JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Jackson City Councilman Kenneth Stokes, Ward 3, has retained an attorney after Council President Vernon Hartley, Ward 5, proposed to censure Stokes. Stokes hired Attorney Dennis Sweet. The councilman faces disciplinary action after an outburst during a council meeting on November 3, 2026. Stokes used profanity after he said a person […]
Jackson councilman hires lawyer amid possible censure
Nov 12, 2026 | 6:23 PM