Work Begins for Runoff Elections
In less than three weeks many races across Mississippi with be entering a runoff election.
Archives: 2018
Drungole-Ellis speaks out on election race
Paula Drungole-Ellis defeated Roy A. Perkins in the District 14-3 Chancery Judge race last night.
Record Voter Turnout Can Impact Staffing, Equipment For Future Elections
TUPELO,MISS. (WCBI) – Record voter turnout was reported across the nation, state and the region for the midterm elections. The day after the midterms, Lee County Circuit Clerk Camille Roberts Dulaney was meeting with her staff. With both senate seats on the ballot, along with chancery and circuit court races, Dulaney was expecting strong turnout, but the numbers even caught her…
Eupora High School Hosts Career Day
EUPORA, Miss. (WCBI)- Colleges and High Schools are continuing to hold career fairs; however, one high school is making a twist of their own. Instead of bringing in big corporations to speak to their student body, they brought in individuals to speak about their own practice. Architects, Dentists, X-Ray Techs, and Veterinarians are among these individuals. Joe Duncan, Owner of Duncan…
Counting Continues In Oktibbeha County
All absentee ballots have now been counted, but the count continues for affidavits.
Booneville Church Burglary
Police say Nichols and Grimes are charged with Commercial Burglary while Blassingame is charged with accessory after the fact.
CNN’s Jim Acosta denied entry to White House
Acosta sparred with President Trump at a combative press conference earlier in the day Categories: National, US & World News
Health care a major factor for voters in Arizona Senate race
House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi said Wednesday that health care was on the ballot and “won.” The issue was a major factor in the Nevada Senate race. CBS News correspondent Jamie Yuccas reports. Categories: National, US & World News
Record turnout energized voters in the midterms
In the leadup to the midterm elections, there’s been a lot of talk about record turnout, and the impact it could have on each party. CBS News elections and surveys director Anthony Salvanto joins “CBS Evening News” with a look at the results. Categories: National, US & World News
Suburban voters propel Democrats to victories in midterms
Democrats flipped 29 House seats Tuesday night in districts from Oklahoma to Illinois. According to a CBS News exit poll, suburban women swung dramatically in this election, helping Democrats to victory. CBS News correspondent Omar Villafranca reports. Categories: National, US & World News
Voters turn out at the polls to “see more change”
Voters across the country turned out in big numbers to cast their ballots and make their voices heard. “CBS Evening News” heard from some of the them about why they went to the polls. Categories: National, US & World News
Key races in Florida and Georgia still undecided day after midterms
Several high-profile midterm races have not been decided yet. In the Georgia governor’s race, Republican Brian Kemp has a narrow lead. In the Florida Senate race, Rick Scott is leading. CBS News national correspondent Manuel Bojorquez is following the latest. Categories: National, US & World News
Jeff Sessions’ resignation affect special counsel investigation
Jeff Sessions is the first to leave the Trump administration after the midterm elections. His exit could have profound effects on special counsel Robert Mueller’s investigation. CBS News political correspondent Ed O’Keefe reports. Categories: National, US & World News
Democratic House majority brings a new reality to Washington
After winning the majority in the House Tuesday night, Democrats will have the power to investigate the president or his cabinet members. They can also compel top officials to testify about controversial policies or foreign investments in Trump properties. CBS News chief congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes reports. Categories: National, US & World News
Democrats snag a win in Nevada where health care was paramount
Democratic Senate candidate Jacky Rosen’s message about health coverage carried her to a win on Election Day Categories: National, US & World News
Florida AG Pam Bondi under consideration for attorney general
Bondi has long been an ally of the president Categories: National, US & World News
Former female refugees make history with midterm victories
The midterm elections marked a number of “firsts,” including victories for two women who are former refugees. CBS News senior national correspondent Jim Axelrod reports. Categories: National, US & World News
Booneville statutory rape arrest
Haughton has been jailed with a bond of $75,000
Mitt Romney finally headed to D.C. with Utah Senate victory
The 2012 Republican presidential nominee won his election in his adopted home state Categories: National, US & World News
“CBS Evening News” headlines for Wednesday, November 7, 2018
Here’s a look at the top stories making headlines on the “CBS Evening News” with Jeff Glor. Categories: National, US & World News
Trump celebrates midterm results despite House loss
The day after the midterms, President Trump celebrated the election results, focusing on the seats Republicans gained in the Senate. He downplayed the Democratic takeover of the House, saying there’s a good chance the parties can work together. CBS News national correspondent Chip Reid reports. Categories: National, US & World News
Can Trump work with a Democratic House?
After Democrats took control of the House, President Trump talked about bipartisanship. But can that happen? Dan Senor, a former senior adviser to Paul Ryan and Mitt Romney in the 2012 presidential campaign, and CBS News’ Nancy Cordes join “CBS Evening News” to discuss. Categories: National, US & World News
What happens to the Mueller probe without Jeff Sessions?
President Trump never forgave Jeff Sessions for recusing himself from overseeing the investigation of Russian interference in the 2016 election. Now that Jeff Sessions announced his resignation, the probe will be under new authority. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Paula Reid reports. Categories: National, US & World News
Suburban revolt helps propel Democrats to House victory
Fifty-three percent of women voted for Democratic candidates in 2018, compared to only 47 percent in 2014 Categories: National, US & World News