Mississippi

He was part of a landmark study in the 1930s.

He shared funny videos featuring his teenaged daughter.

At least 22 people have died.

Stevens starred in a wide variety of Hollywood dramas and comedies in the 1960s.

He helped shape rock n’ roll with hits including “Whole Lotta Shakin’ Going On.”

He served as a paratrooper in World War II.

At least 34 people have died across seven states.

She was a member of the integrated all-female jazz band the International Sweethearts of Rhythm

He was the brother of civil rights icon Medgar Evers.

Sanders was a Mississippi civil rights and voting rights activist who helped bring an end to segregated delegations at the Democratic National Convention.