Governor Ivey signs act prohibiting phone use for school students
Governor Kay Ivey signed the FOCUS Act on Wednesday, May 14, prohibiting students' use of smartphones and other wireless devices.
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U.S. Postal Service reminds community of mailbox maintenance
The U.S. Postal Service is inviting customers to take time out to examine your mailbox and do any routine maintenance that may be necessary.
MS Supreme Court denies Auditor's dismissal on NFL player's defamation
The Mississippi Supreme Court denied State Auditor Shad White's appeal to dismiss a former NFL quarterback's defamation lawsuit against him.
Columbus native appointed president Jackson State University
A Columbus native is now leading Jackson State University. Dr. Denise Jones Gregory was appointed to serve as Interim President by the Board of Trustees of the Mississippi Institutions of Higher Learning.
Explosion occurs at Hunt Oil Refinery in Tuscaloosa
Our news partner, WVUA in Tuscaloosa, reports that the explosion happened just before noon at the Hunt Oil Refinery in West Tuscaloosa.
Old familiar Blue Bell flavor to return to stores
The Blue Bell company announced on Wednesday, April 30, that Groom's Cake Ice Cream won The Great Scoop Revival Flavor Tournament and will return to stores.
Voter registration deadline approaches for upcoming general elections
A voter registration deadline is almost here for the upcoming General Elections. Mississippians must register in person to vote by May 5.
Milwaukee Judge Hannah Dugan is accused of helping a man evade immigration agents and is arrested
Sources from Associated Press say that the FBI on Friday, April 18, arrested a Milwaukee judge accused of helping a man evade immigration authorities
Trump will hold a rally in Michigan next week to mark his first 100 days in office
According to The Associated Press, President Donald Trump will mark his first 100 days in office next week with a rally in Michigan, his first since returning to the White House earlier this year.
Columbus student named semifinalist for US Presidential Scholars
A Columbus High School student is being recognized as a semifinalist in the National Presidential Scholars Program.
Sweet potato soon to be Mississippi's official vegetable
The sweet potato is soon to be the official vegetable of the Magnolia state.
Deadline placed for residents to obtain real-ID compliant license
May 7 is the deadline for people across the country to have a REAL-ID compliant driver's license or identification card.
MS receives $10.8 million from the lottery
Mississippi continues to cash in on the lottery.
An update from MEMA on previous storm damage
According to an update from MEMA, storm damage has been reported in 20 counties.
Federal prosecutors to seek death penalty for Luigi Mangione in UnitedHealthcare CEO’s killing
According to the Associated Press, U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi said Tuesday that she has directed prosecutors to seek the death penalty against Luigi Mangione in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson
Trump to hold a meeting on possible investors to buy TikTok with possible ban at stake
Sources from the Associated Press say that President Donald Trump will hold a Wednesday meeting with aides about possible investors who could buy a stake in TikTok
MS Supreme Court denies Ivy's motion to dismiss appeal
The Mississippi Supreme Court has denied Ivy's motion to dismiss the appeal. Meaning the race will be on April 1's primary election ballot.
Lamar Co. recovers after receiving damage from severe weather
Lamar County saw the aftermath of the severe weather that came through early on March 31. Emergency Management Director Michael Wisdom said the county had straight-line wind damage and a lot of rain causing trees to fall down on roads.
Archeologists unearth signs from 1700s of British control in Florida after centuries of Spanish rule
Sources from Associated Press say the city of St. Augustine, with its centuries-old buildings and massive stone fort, is an enduring reminder of Spain’s storied history in Florida
MS Governor to sign income tax elimination bill
There may be some misplaced decimal points; but today, Governor Tate Reeves will place his signature on a bill that will eliminate the state income tax.
MEMA gives update on storms and damage across Mississippi
Another Mississippian has died from this past weekend's tornado outbreak, bringing the death toll to seven.
Tupelo voters to have new precinct at polls next month
Voters in the All America City could notice some big changes with the upcoming municipal elections.
Former teacher from Corinth faces child pornography charges
A former Corinth teacher was in Federal Court this morning answering charges of producing child pornography.
An update on the bird flu case reported in Noxubee County
The third case of bird flu in the state has been found in Noxubee County.