Mississippi Edition

Nearly two years after the federal takeover of the City of Jackson's water system, residents are expressing satisfaction and concern with the city's water system at two public hearings. 

Then, Evacuat…

As the war between Israel and Hamas continues into its second year, Palestinians in Mississippi are grappling with how the conflict has evolved.

Then, millions of federal dollars are being directed to…

Should medical cannabis companies be allowed to advertise in the state? That's the issue before a panel of the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals.  

Then, it's fire prevention week in Mississippi. Officials…

A Mississippi rabbi reflects on the mix of emotions felt over the Israel-Hamas War. This week marks the one year anniversary of the conflict.

Then...October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Mississip…

Education officials are unveiling a new plan to engage students and prepare them for the workforce. They say it starts as early as Pre-k.

Then, cyber-security experts will teach JSU students to identi…

Today is the last day Mississippians can register to vote and still cast a ballot in the November general election.

Then, teachers are getting special training about the pros and cons of generative A-…

Lawmakers are working on policy recommendations they say will hopefully improve the lives of women and children.

Then, the Army Corps of Engineers is sharing data about the opening of the Bonnie Carri…

Lawmakers hear policy recommendations on how to improve the state's youth court system.

Then, public health officials are seeking to reduce the number of stillbirths and fetal deaths in the state.

Plus…

Voting day is coming soon in Mississippi. We speak with Secretary of State Michael Watson about what Mississippians need to know.

Then, workers along several major ports in the Gulf of Mexico are on s…

The latest Kids Count Report from the Annie E Casey Foundation paints a picture of what life is like for children in Mississippi.

Then, blood donations are in high demand in the wake of Hurricane Hele…

Mississippi lawmakers are hearing from the Mississippi Department of Medicaid about the agency's financial needs.

Then, a scathing report by the US Department of Justice has emboldened calls to reform…

The US Department of Justice unveils a report documenting civil rights violations by police in Lexington, Mississippi.

Then, lawmakers are meeting in Jackson for the first round of budget discussions …

The U.S. Attorney General meets with Mississippi law enforcement leaders about allegations of civil rights abuses by the Rankin County Sheriff's Department.

Then, A federal judge dismisses a lawsuit t…

Congressional leaders are trying to understand Mississippi's welfare scandal happened, and safeguards that could be put in place to prevent misspending of welfare dollars. Among the people testifying…

Mayors from three Mississippi port cities are joining others along the Mississippi River calling for federal policy changes to protect the River's economic value.

Then, Alabama is set to perform the n…

Mothers in Mississippi experience the highest rates of birth outcomes in the country. What are medical professionals doing to overcome these alarming statistics?  

Then, A new billboard campaign is la…

The U. S. Justice Department has opened a civil rights investigation into the Rankin County Sheriff's Department whose officers tortured two Black men in racist attacks. 

Then,  This month marks the 3…

There's a new program in Mississippi designed to keep people with mental health issues out of jail.

Then,  A new campaign is pushing to free five Mississippi women who have been in prison since the la…

The latest grades for Mississippi schools and districts are in. How well are the state's schools performing?

Then, Mississippians living with long COVID will soon have help regaining employment. 

Plus,…

Civil Rights organizations file a federal lawsuit claiming district lines in DeSoto County discriminate against Black residents. 

Then, After a month-long strike AT&T workers are back on the job.

Plus,…