In a continued effort to provide relevant, interesting and engaging programming to our statewide audience, MPB Think Radio provides Mississippi Edition, a weekday news magazine program. Mississippi Edition, hosted by Desare Frazier, features the latest news of the day and interviews with the people who are making the news themselves.
The program not only provides Mississippi news but also addresses the ways that national and world news affects our state. Desare Frazier as she shares the latest on Mississippi news, culture, and current events.
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The Mississippi Supreme Court will hear an appeal over if a highly-contested bill violates the rights of Jackson residents.
Then, how an Alabama man is making a name for himself on TikTok through the …
The family of an 11-year-old boy shot by police in his home is seeking answers and accountability.
Then, meteorologists are predicting an average Atlantic hurricane season.
Plus, some Mississippians a…
A federal judge sides with a Mississippi school district disallowing a transfeminine from wearing a dress at graduation.
Then, we speak with Mississippi's top medical leader about the future of rural …
National health leaders say social media can have major negative effects on children.
Then, a lawsuit has been dropped that challenged Mississippi's inclusion of 'In God We Trust' on license plates.
Pl…
A new study from the CDC says Mississippi's capital has the second highest STD rate in the nation.
Then, policy-makers in the gulf south are considering grants which could help improve homes and preve…
First, a federal court is hearing arguments on if a new law violates Mississippi's constitution.
Then, community leaders are sparking conversations around access to menstrual products during Period Po…
Black Mississippians are one of the most likely groups to be audited in the nation.
Then, a recent poll finds 80 percent of Mississippi residents want legislation that could reduce costs of prescripti…
Mississippi is one of five states to pass all of its quality benchmarks
Then, Mississippians are being asked to put down their menthol cigarettes this weekend, with experts saying the additive increas…
The Immigration and Customs Enforcement office is carrying out several deportation flights despite pushback from Mississippi immigration advocacy groups.
Then, a civil rights leader is starting a new …
A new study looks at the correlation between Mississippi's parole program and the state's high incarceration rates.
Then, law enforcement officers who have died in the line of duty are being remembere…
Initial rulings are coming in on a new, highly contested public safety law.
Then, a barrier for single parents to get childcare assistance is removed.
Plus, a new podcast is investigating how climate c…
The FDA considers allowing birth control pills to be sold over the counter.
Then, what changes can be expected as the COVID-19 public health emergency comes to an end.
Plus, a Mississippi student place…
A chancery court is hearing arguments on if House Bill 1020 would violate the rights of Jackson residents.
Then, a national foster youth advocacy group is expanding operations in Mississippi.
Plus, a l…
Law enforcement leaders are gathering to coordinate procedures for trafficking, community engagement and mental health.
Then, Mississippi's outgoing Speaker of the House shares his hopes for the state…
The state faces more legal scrutiny over policies related to the capital city – this time over a delay in releasing federal funds for Jackson’s water system.
Then, part two of our conversation with Ph…
A court filing seeks to block a law that would create an inferior court system in Jackson.
Then, a decades old project to build flood mitigation pumps in the Delta is moving forward, despite objection…
Mississippi doctors are working together to reduce the suicide rates of women after birth.
Then, a panel of experts are discussing what a responsible use of monuments could be.
Plus, a telehealth servi…
State lawmakers have made several major adjustments to Mississippi's Medical Cannabis Act.
Then, how the state's housing market is performing amid national bank closures, high interest rates and infla…
Incarcerated Mississippians are being granted more opportunities for higher education.
Then, doctors warn that birth defects of the heart can lead to lifelong health risks.
Plus, in this week's History…
A recent poll finds that most Mississippians want a new governor this election cycle, but no one candidate has secured a top position.
Then, experts are discussing how monuments can shape the percepti…