Mississippi Edition

A mobile billboard is traversing parts of the Magnolia State. The doctor behind it want to remind residents that abortion pills are still legal in all 50 states.

Then, after nearly two years of striki…

Governor Tate Reeves signs legislation restricting gender-affirming care for minors.

Then, part two of the Gulf States Newsroom's tag-along with attorneys at an immigrant detention center in Louisiana…

One day after the Governor pivots on postpartum Medicaid, a coalition of faith leaders calls on the legislature to take action.

Then, the questions a team of attorneys get when they visit an immigrant…

As the legislature considers bills that would shift control over Jackson's water system, the federally appointed manager says he remains confident he can continue his work.

Then, workers in manufactur…

The Senate overhauls a House Bill designed to give jurisdiction in parts of the capital city to appointed judges and prosecutors.

Then, health leaders Alabama look for alternatives to chemical endange…

Doctors and medical leaders push House leadership to allow a vote on legislation to extend postpartum Medicaid benefits.

Then, a non-partisan publication adjusts its rating for this fall's Governor's …

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The Mississippi State Conference of the NAACP goes to the capitol to sway lawmakers on legislation that could impact the state's Black communities.

Then, we continue our look at a CDC report on youth …

A new study from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reveals more adolescents are exhibiting indicators of poor mental health - especially teenage girls.

Then, Mardi Gras is back for the fi…

The Governor asks the legislature to invest in a wide variety of infrastructure projects.

Then, signature homemade throws are a hallmark of some Mardi Gras krewes in New Orleans.

Plus, what recent poll…

Severe weather threatens parts of the Magnolia State. We talk to the National Weather Service about what to expect.

Then, trans youth and allies protest legislation that would restrict gender-affirmin…

The U.S. Representative for most of Jackson and Hinds County calls a number of bills in the legislature "a step backwards".

Then, how Amish, Mennonite and other faith groups are working together to re…

The Mayor of Jackson continues to push back against legislative efforts to reduce the elected officials role in many of the city's functions.

Then, a Mississippi non-profit is gearing up for a new tel…

Jackson Senators hope a House Bill aimed at creating a special court district in the capital city is met with resistance in their chamber.

Then, doctors are planning to team up with churches in the Gu…

Legislation to create a special court jurisdiction in the capital city invites legal questions.

Then, at the Super Bowl this weekend Mississippi will have more representation than any other state. And…

The Mississippi Senate is once again advancing legislation to extend postpartum Medicaid coverage. A leading Mississippi pediatrician hopes the House will give it a vote.

Then, new podcast focuses on …

The Republican super-majorities in the state legislature advance bills could change how the Jackson's water system is managed, and shrink the authority of its courts.

Then, a bill on the House calenda…

Jackson's mayor responds to legislation that would divert special revenue away from general infrastructure.

Then, looking at solutions to a growing rate of congenital syphilis.

Plus, we examine how the…

The Mississippi Senate advances legislation to allow more collaboration between community hospitals.

The, the former state health officer breaks down a increasing threat in pre-natal care.

Plus, Februa…

The former Chancellor of the University of Mississippi says then-Lt. Governor Tate Reeves once acknowledged the benefits of Medicaid expansion...but said he couldn't support it for political reasons.

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