Mississippi Edition

Candidates for Mississippi Governor debated many topics Wednesday night, but voters say they wanted to hear about plans to restore the state's ballot initiative process.

Then, a federal appeals court …

Families in Jackson Public School District are asking what would happen if several of the area's schools are closed.

Then, a new biography tells the story of Margaret Walker, a visionary author and te…

A nonprofit women's health clinic in Jackson is involved with a CDC Foundation campaign to inform pregnant people of the importance of staying up to date with their COVID-19 vaccinations. 

Then, a fam…

Faith leaders make the moral case for closing the health care coverage gap in Mississippi. 

Then, several changes to the state's public employees' retirement system are being proposed.

Plus, October is…

Political candidates are sharing their policy priorities as they attempt to garner votes prior to next month's election.

Plus, It’s Classic weekend in Birmingham. The legendary match-up between two Al…

State lawmakers are rounding out a statewide tour of promoting Medicaid expansion.

Then, the legislature is considering what online sports betting could look like in Mississippi.

Plus, a new walking tr…

A record-high deer population has wildlife officials asking hunters to bag at least two deer this season.

Then, the global transition to electric vehicles means the chance for a manufacturing renaissa…

A recent poll by the Democratic Governor's Association shows a 1-point margin between the candidates in Mississippi's gubernatorial election.

Then, a cannabis cultivation and distribution company shar…

National shortages of ADHD medication are preventing many Mississippians from getting their treatments.

Then, lawmakers are meeting with Corrections officers to see how the state can improve the priso…

A state senator is joining educators and medical professionals in calling for Medicaid expansion in Mississippi.

Then, Huntingdon College debuted their women’s wrestling team, which is the first colle…

Sleep-related deaths are the third leading cause of infant mortality in Mississippi.

Then, experts say smoking can drastically increase someone's chances of developing chronic obstructive pulmonary di…

Prolonged dry conditions are impacting Mississippi farmers in the fields and at the market.

Then, we continue the Southern Poverty Law Center's examination into youth incarceration by taking a closer …

Some Mississippians are calling for de-escalation in the Gaza strip.

Then, a new report finds major disparities in the state's youth legal system.

Plus, two major federal grants could help Mississippi …

The National Forestry Service is awarding more than $16 million to Mississippi to help protect the environment and plant trees.

Then, the Mississippi Legislative Black Caucus announced plans for a Rig…

State lawmakers are seeking answers for why Mississippi has a severe lack of public defenders.

Then, the war between Israel and Hamas is being closely watched by the U.S. Mississippi's 2nd District Co…

Congressional Republicans have nominated a new Speaker of the House. Mississippi's 2nd district congressman shares his thoughts.

Then, a record-hot summer in the Gulf South meant cranking up the AC. B…

Mississippians are reacting to the growing conflict between Israel and Palestine.

Then, voter engagement groups are trying to get people ready for the upcoming November general election.

Plus, we speak…

Some Jackson residents want more transparency into how the city's sewage system will operate under a court order.

Then, healthcare workers are meeting in Jackson to call for Medicaid expansion.

Plus, a…

Many new mothers experience post-partum depression after giving birth. Doctors are trying to find new ways to reach people who are at the greatest risk.

Then, Mississippi's Secretary of State shares h…