MHP Holiday Travel Period begins
A lot of you will hit the highway for the Memorial Day weekend and the Mississippi Highway Patrol wants to make sure you get to your destination safely.
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Chancery Court Judge Joseph Kilgore leaving public office
A Chancery Court Judge is leaving public office to go back to private practice. Chancellor Joseph Kilgore will leave the bench on July 31.
Mississippi Lottery Offers Advertising RFP Opportunity
The Mississippi Lottery Corporation today issued a request for proposal (RFP) for the Production and Delivery of Certain Creative Advertising and Related Services with a submission deadline of June 27, 2024.
2024 Mississippi legislative session not good for private school voucher supporters
Despite a recent Mississippi Supreme Court ruling allowing $10 million in public money to be spent on private schools, 2024 has not been a good year for those supporting school vouchers.
Remembering a legend: US Senator John C. Stennis
When he retired in 1989, John C. Stennis was the second-longest serving U.S. Senator and had never lost an election.
State agencies to celebrate Mississippi EMS Week in Jackson
This is Emergency Medical Services Week in Mississippi. This is the 50th anniversary of National EMS Week.
HB1640: Changes how law enforcement handles mental illness
Mississippi lawmakers have made changes in the way law enforcement deals with people awaiting mental health care.
More federal dollars head to airports across Mississippi
The Golden Triangle Regional Airport and Tupelo Regional Airport will both receive $1.3 million annually.
Governor signs bill banning 'squatted vehicles' in Mississippi
It's a trucking trend that has revved up some strong emotions. And come July 1, "squatted vehicles" will be illegal on Mississippi roads.
3rd-grade state reading assessment passing numbers hold steady
Numbers from the Mississippi Department of Education showed that 75.7% of third graders passed the first test.
MCSD superintendent explains impact of Inspire Act
Governor Tate Reeves has signed into law to set a new funding formula for public schools which will include providing more money to districts, to help improve overall learning.
Black bears in Mississippi: State program works to get new count
Mississippi is home to all sorts of wildlife. But did you know that also includes bears? An unknown number of black bears call the Magnolia State home.
Pair of MSMS seniors among top students nationwide
Two seniors at the Mississippi School for Mathematics and Science are among the top students in the country. The U.S. Department of Education announced this year's Presidential Scholars.
West Point police, firefighters help shine light on important cause
The West Point police and fire departments help shine a light on an important cause. Officers and firefighters escorted the Special Olympics Mississippi Torch from the WPPD through town to the Mossy Oak Outdoor Outlet.
Monroe County leaders take to streets for good cause
Members of Monroe County's law enforcement community and Aberdeen city leaders took to the streets for a good cause.
Mississippi Lottery's 2024 Summer of Fun Promo Heats Up
Your chance to win cash and prizes kicks off this month as The Mississippi Lottery’s 2024 edition of the free-to-enter Summer of Fun promotion returns.
Noxubee County brothers killed in Tennessee shooting
Two Noxubee County brothers were killed in a Tennessee shooting. Our sister station, WDEF, reported the shooting happened in Chattanooga on May 1.
TVA awards 6 grants to schools in north Mississippi
The Tennessee Valley Authority awarded six grants to north Mississippi schools. Money is going to five schools in Winston County.
Medgar Evers to receive Presidential Medal of Freedom
Medgar Evers will be posthumously receiving the Presidential Medal of Freedom. Evers was a civil rights leader and World War II veteran.
Brandon Presley commits $50K to start Save Our State PAC
Former Mississippi Public Service Commissioner and gubernatorial candidate Brandon Presley is creating a political action committee.
Governor signs bill enacting more protections for children online
A piece of legislation brought on by the death of a Starkville teen will be law in Mississippi. Governor Tate Reeves signed House Bill 1126, also known as the Walker Montgomery Protecting Children Online Act.
Labor union petitions for living wages for MSU campus employees
There's a student union of a different sort on the campus of Mississippi State University. The United Campus Workers is a labor union affiliated with universities across the Southeast.
$1 Million Mega Millions Ticket Sold at the Scarlet Pearl Casino & Resort
A Mega Millions® ticket sold at the Scarlet Pearl Casino and Resort in D’Iberville is worth $1 million after the player matched all five numbers in the Tuesday night drawing.
HB 691 could create board to oversee investigations of law officers
A new board could oversee investigations of law enforcement accused of wrongdoing. House Bill 691 is headed to Governor Tate Reeves.
May Scratch-Offs Soon to Arrive in Lottery Retailers
Three new pocket-friendly scratch-offs will arrive in Mississippi Lottery retailers on Tuesday, May 7. With great odds and big prizes, there is something for everyone.