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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House lawmakers have voted to concur with the Senate on a bill that will eliminate the state income tax.
Then, concerns are being raised about the closure of several Social Security offices in Mississ…
Mississippi's 2nd District Congressman shares an update from Washington and hears feedback from his constituents.
Then, Inmates in Unit 29 at Parchman Prison share stories of life behind bars through …
Republicans in the Mississippi House are sharing their thoughts on the latest tax cut proposals.
Then, House Democrats are speaking out against those tax cuts and legislation that would ban "Diversity…
Mississippi legislators are moving closer to a compromise plan that could eliminate the state's income tax.
Then, Mississippians are picking up the pieces after an outbreak of destructive storms roa…
A deadly weather system moved across Mississippi this weekend leaving behind destruction and loss of life. Now the long recovery process has begun.
Then, Residents in the community of Tylertown where…
We speak with the National Weather Service about tonight's storms. Forecasts predict high winds, hail, and possible tornados.
Then, Mississippi lawmakers are taking action to eliminate DEI programs in…
Negotiations are underway in the Mississippi legislature over the state's income tax--whether to cut or not to cut.
Then, A school choice bill that would have allowed students to easily move between p…
The President of the NAACP is speaking out against the federal spending bill he believes would destroy the country's social safety net.
Then, Mississippians with disabilities are rallying against po…
The state economist says uncertainty about the future of tariffs could be hurting trade and manufacturing in Mississippi.
Then, A coalition of Mississippi lawmakers and advocacy groups is rallying at …
The jump forward for daylight savings time could mean a higher risk for heart disease according to the American Heart Association.
Then, a new study finds that college test scores have not returned to…
Mayors along the Mississippi River are seeking federal protections for transporting goods and commodities.
Then, don't forget to set your clocks forward this weekend. And while you're doing that, offi…
Several bills that would have advanced "school choice" policies have died in the legislature. But House lawmakers say they want to continue research on the issue.
Then, businesses are gathered in Jack…
We hear reactions from Mississippi's congressional delegation to President Trump's address to Congress.
Then, protesters in Mississippi and across the nation are continuing to push back against the Tr…
Severe storms are in the forecast for all of Mississippi today. Meteorologists caution folks to have a plan for possible tornados.
Then, advocates for voting rights want to stop disenfranchisement for…
Jackson residents and lawmakers raise concerns about a plan to relocate many of the services provided in the Jackson Medical Mall.
Then, a Mississippi-based non-profit responds to comments made by the…
Pharmacists from across Mississippi are calling for stronger regulations on the intermediaries between insurance providers and pharmacies.
Then, some Mississippians join in a national boycott targetin…
Mississippi's senate is redrawing district lines to comply with a federal court order.
Then, supporters of the herbal supplement Kratom are calling for state regulations on the product.
Plus, a Hinds C…
Mississippi lawmakers are working to create a working relationship between the state and Israel.
Then, The Mississippi Senate tackles court-ordered redistricting that could see incumbents running agai…
The Mississippi Senate passes a $326 million tax cut bill that lowers income and grocery taxes and raises the gasoline tax.
Then, today is the deadline for two universities to submit proposals that wi…
Some businesses say regulations on hemp products would be an over-reach by the state. But health officials say it could protect consumers.
Then, legislation moves forward that lawmakers say could expe…