Legislative agenda takes center stage in Gov. Reeves’ State of State address
Governor Tate Reeves, in a 50-minute State of the State address Monday evening, outlined his priorities for the ongoing legislative session and what he wants...
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Rep. Bain looks to outlaw possible gun sale blockages by credit card companies
by Caleb Salers
A proposal to outlaw the prevention of firearm sales in Mississippi is being considered in the state House of Representatives, per one committee chairman. During...
Jackson State University awarded over $9 million for first-generation programs
Jackson State University’s (JSU) Student Success unit has been awarded over $9 million in grants for seven programs that serve low-income first-generation middle school, high...
State Senator Chris McDaniel announces run for lieutenant governor
by Caleb Salers
State Senator Chris McDaniel, R-Ellisville, has announced that he will be running for lieutenant governor. The Republican candidate announced his intentions to seek to unseat...
Legislation seeks to extend prenatal, postpartum Medicaid benefits in Mississippi
One Mississippi state representative is aiming to extend benefits for mothers on Medicaid across the state after legislation failed to pass both chambers during the...
Nearly 240 pounds of marijuana seized in Hinds County drug bust
by Caleb Salers
Four people have been arrested in a major drug bust in Jackson. According to Hinds County Sheriff Tyree Jones, deputies executed a search warrant on...
Home and businesses of Biloxi City Councilman raided by DEA
by Caleb Salers
The home and businesses of Biloxi City Councilman Robert Deming, III. were raided Thursday by the Drug Enforcement Administration and other law enforcement officers. Agents...
Baby formula shortage lingers in Mississippi despite progress seen nationally
by Caleb Salers
A recent study from HelpAdviser has revealed that 68 percent of parents in Mississippi had difficulty finding baby formula in December, which was the highest...
Azar’s ‘One Mississippi’ being turned into children’s book
Steve Azar’s “One Mississippi” was recently named an official state song, and now, it’s being turned into a children’s book. The book, written and illustrated...
Sen. Wicker advocates for continued U.S. military aid to assist Ukraine
by Caleb Salers
U.S. Senator Roger Wicker, R-Miss., is urging stronger Congressional efforts to deliver sustained military assistance to Ukraine. Nearly one year following the Russian invasion of...