Meridian native Jamal Roberts may be the newest "American Idol," but his newfound fame hasn't changed his humble, small-town ...

An online rumor claimed the Season 23 winner gave $500,000 to his former employer, a public school in Mississippi.

The 'American Idol' season 23 champion has a big musical update to share with fans. And they're absolutely thrilled about it.

Meridian is welcoming Jamal Roberts home. Want to see him? The Mississippi man will sing May 31 in his hometown. Tickets are $25-35. What to know ...

Jamal Roberts, a 27-year-old P.E. coach at Crestwood Elementary in Meridian, is the second Mississippian to win "American ...

Meridian native Jamal Roberts, winner of "American Idol" Season 23, will perform in Jackson, Alcorn State University ...

Over a week after taking home the 'American Idol' season 23 title, Jamal Roberts says he still has yet to see the prize money ...

Jamal Roberts reflects on his 'American Idol' season 23 win, performing with Jelly Roll and his plans for the $250,000 cash prize ...

Roberts carries with him the hopes and pride of his hometown. “I won for my kids. I won for my hometown. I won for the state ...

Jamal Roberts won Season 23 of "American Idol" in a finale that drew a record-breaking 26 million votes. The 27-year-old P.E. teacher from Meridian, Mississippi, is a father of three daughters.

Many people from all over gathered at Q.V. Sykes Park for Meridian native and American Idol winner Jamal Roberts’ Welcome Home Celebration concert.