State News
Richard Boyanton seeks U.S. Senate seat
The Hancock County business owner is running as a Republican.
Tightest abortion law in US on hold for several more months
The temporary restraining order has been extended until at least Oct. 24.
Court orders tests for inmate, reopening chance of execution
A Sunflower County judge set aside Russell's death sentence, finding he is too low-functioning to be executed under a U.S. Supreme Court case.
Mississippi governor announces July special House election
The winner will serve until January 2020.
Mississippi House leaders unveil new transportation proposal
Bryant could call legislators into special session at some point to consider long-term plan to pay for transportation.
83 Mississippi bridges slated for immediate close
Bridges set for immediate closure affects several counties including Itawamba County.
Fire damages tiny town's only convenience store, post office
A Washington County supervisor says he is working with leaders in Arcola to find a suitable site for a temporary post office.
Man charged with possessing the guns police returned to him
Pascagoula police aren't commenting, but Cooper says authorities should have been aware of the previous commitment.
Rapper Boosie beefs with Biloxi Black Beach Weekend, calls for boycott
The event's organizers responded with a post, since deleted, saying it won't play Boosie's music at any "official events."
Cindy Hyde-Smith Sworn Into U.S. Senate
She will serve in the seat until the November 6th special election.
Local Legislator Home After Health Scare
State Representative recuperating from stroke scare.
Cindy Hyde-Smith sworn in as Mississippi's first female senator
A special election for the seat is scheduled in November.
Salmonella in chicken salad kills 1, sickens 265 in 8 states
Other states included Indiana, Minnesota, Mississippi, Nebraska, South Dakota and Wisconsin.
Inmates: Conditions at prison unconstitutional
Inmates have testified to U.S. District Judge William Barbour Jr. that they live in poor conditions with inadequate health care.
New Tariff Could Mean Trouble For Local Farmers
The additional tariffs total around $50 billion, and if they do go into effect it could mean trouble.
Espy officially announces run for Mississippi US Senate seat
Besides Hyde-Smith and Espy, Republican state Sen. Chris McDaniel and Democratic Tupelo Mayor Jason Shelton are also running.
Mississippi governor backs sending National Guard to border
As of Friday afternoon, Patterson says the state hasn't received orders to send troops to the border.
Mississippi court: Woman has parent rights in same-sex split
A total of eight justices, citing different reasons, found the original ruling flawed.
Republican Taggart not running in Mississippi US Senate race
Cochran retired Sunday, citing poor health.
Navy adds $57 million to pay for repair of damaged destroyer
Secretary of the Navy Richard Spencer has said it could cost $600 million combined to repair the Fitzgerald and the USS John S. McCain.
Teen charged with manslaughter in sister's shooting death
Meridian Police Chief Benny Dubose says the teen was negligent in handling a firearm, resulting in the shooting.
Mississippi prison investigates deaths of 2 inmates
Authorities don't believe there is a connection between the two cases.
Mississippi Bank Completes Purchase Of Florida Bank For $32M
After both deals, The First has $2.4 billion in assets, with 63 offices in Mississippi, Louisiana, Alabama and Florida.
Minister arrested on charges of having sex with girls
The suspect allegedly made contact with the girls between January and March.