Mississippi Edition

Mississippi delegates at the Republican National Convention have cast their votes for Donald Trump to be the party's candidate in November's Presidential race.

Then, today marks the 2 anniversary of 9…

Republicans gather in Milwaukee Wisconsin this week for the Republican National Convention, and several representatives from Mississippi will be in attendance.

Then, lawmakers are having to consider t…

A new long-term medical facility is under construction in Jackson to care for children with exceptional medical needs. 

Then, Gulf South prison reform advocate talks about efforts to reduce gun violen…

The Army Corps of Engineers releases a new report about how Mississippi could curb flooding along the Pearl River in Jackson.

Then, advocates for fair wages are renewing their calls this week to close…

A federal lawsuit could change how Mail-In ballots are counted in Mississippi's general election this November.

Then, Mississippi has one of the nation's highest HIV transmission rates, and one statew…

A new report shows Mississippi's K-12 chronic absenteeism rate has surged. What are the reasons students aren't showing up for school? 

Then, high temperatures can make getting active in the summer di…

Federal courts have ruled that Mississippi must redraw the electoral lines for several districts that were found to dilute the power of black voters.

Then, new grant funding could help some Mississipp…

The vast majority of Mississippians support early childhood education according to a new report.

Then, fire chiefs are reminding folks to be safe around fireworks this 4th of July weekend.

Plus, a dive…

It's extremely hot this summer, which could cause some Mississippians to experience unique health issues.

Then from the Gulf States Newsroom, Residents of a Gulf South city that has struggled with a s…

What do parents and children need to know about back-to-school doctor visits this summer?

Then, extreme heat events may soon get named similarly to hurricanes.

Plus, a new report examines what voting o…

A new report finds that sea level changes in the Gulf of Mexico could increase flood risks in the near future.

Then, social media companies are seeking to block a new state law that requires age verif…

Mississippi lawmakers are seeking answers on how to help youth struggling with mental health issues.

Then, gun violence remains high across the South. But one Gulf State community in particular saw a …

Gun violence has dropped sharply in recent years, but federal officials say the root cause is still present in schools and communities.

Then, small businesses in Mississippi share the unique challenge…

Thermostats may show a high of 96 degrees in parts of Mississippi today, but it could feel hotter than 109 outside. Emergency responders share ideas for how folks can stay safe in extreme summer heat…

Today marks two years since the Supreme Court handed down the Dobbs v Jackson Women's Health ruling, allowing states to limit abortion rights.

Then, a filmmaker and activist on documenting the Jackson…

What a major investment in a Mississippi river port in the Delta could do for the state's economy.

Then, a growing number of seniors in Mississippi don't have retirement plans, according to a recent s…

An immigration plan that will shield undocumented spouses of U.S. citizens from deportation is being met with praise and criticism from immigration advocates in Mississippi.

Then, more than 70 million…

A non-profit in Mississippi is providing financial assistance to LGBTQ groups throughout the state this Pride Month.

Then, a new tool can help keep people informed on how severe the heat will be this …

The family of a Jackson man whose body was found floating in the Pearl River are still searching for answers about his death. 

Then, men are at a much higher risk for committing suicide than women. Wh…

Fentanyl continues to be the leading cause of overdose deaths in the U.S. And experts say part of the solution is helping those struggling with addiction. 

Then, there’s a rapidly growing business acr…