Video: Spreitler: President 'Behind the Eight Ball' in Community College Decision
Many students in north Mississippi already benefit from tuition free education at community colleges.
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Gov. Bryant Activates State Disaster Housing Assistance for Tornado Survivors
Gov. Phil Bryant was notified today that President Barack Obama denied Mississippi’s request for FEMA assistance.
House Overwhelmingly Approves Keystone XL Pipeline
The bill passed Friday on a 266-153 vote, one of the first pieces of legislation considered by the Republican-controlled Congress.
Gay Marriage Bans in South will be Heard in Federal Court
Bans on gay marriage in three staunchly conservative Southern states are getting a hearing in a federal appeals court in New Orleans - the latest legal battle over an issue expected to be settled by the nation's highest court.
Wicker to Chair Key Senate Subcommittee
To lead the Subcommittee on Communications, Technology, Innovation, and the Internet.
Obama to Propose Free Community College Program
President Barack Obama says in a videotaped message that he wants to make community college free "for everybody who is willing to work for it."
Miss. Supreme Court Orders Resentencing for Grenada Man Sentenced to Death
A Grenada man sentenced to life without parole may get the chance to eventually go free.
TSA Announces New Security Measures for Airport Workers
Officials say new measures could include enhanced airline-employee screenings, random security checks and additional security patrols in secure areas.
Cochran Confirmed as Chairman of Senate Committee on Appropriations
Cochran is currently working on designating subcommittee chairmen from among the Republican members of the committee.
Miss. House Leader Urges Defeat of Education Amendment
The second-highest leader of the Mississippi House says legislators have fulfilled their promises to improve public schools.
US Consumer Debt up $14.1 Billion in November
U.S. consumers increased their borrowing in November, as stronger demand for auto and student loans offset a drop in credit card debt.
House to Vote on Blocking Obama Immigration Moves
Lawmakers say the goal is to keep the Department of Homeland Security running but to stop Obama's actions from taking effect.
Honda Fined $70 Million for Not Reporting Death, Injury Complaints
Honda to be fined for failing to report 1,700 complaints.
Video: Legislators From Both Sides of the Aisle Trying to Lure Business Investment to State
Republicans and Democrats agree its important to look at the long term benefits and have more guarantees before tax payer dollars are given. However, their approach is different.
Video: Starkville Aldermen Vote 5 to 2 To Repeal Equality Resolution
Starkville Mayor Parker Wiseman reacts to the aldermen's decision to repeal the equality resolution and plus one health insurance policy.
Public Assistance Approved for Marion County Following Severe Storms and Tornadoes
Mississippi also received approval to administer FEMA’s Hazard Mitigation Program statewide.
Hospitalized Congressman to Take Oath of Office in Miss.
U.S. District Judge Michael Mills will administer the oath to Nunnelee, who is hospitalized.
Freeze Warning Delays Power Service Shutoffs
The cold snap is providing a brief break for people who are about to have their power cut off because of non-payment.
Local Legislators Want Bridge Named for Brown
Tenn-Tom bridge to honor Brown; another bill would ease some truck weight limits from Lowndes ports.
Miss. Moving Toward More Detailed State Budgeting Process
Republican Rep. Toby Barker of Hattiesburg says Wednesday that the system is being phased in a few agencies at a time.
Video: Columbus City Council Tries to Market Old Lee High Property
Council would like to draw business investment to former school site on Military Road
Miss. Common Core Opponents Seek Momentum as Session Starts
Gov. Phil Bryant is calling on lawmakers to erase Mississippi's participation in the Common Core academic standards.
House Re-Elects Boehner as Speaker Over Tea Party Opposition
The Ohio Republican garnered the votes of 216 GOP lawmakers as Congress convened Tuesday.
Trial Set for Alleged Gang Members in Federal Case
The trial of 14 alleged members of white supremacist prison gang in Mississippi is scheduled for April 27 in U.S. District Court in Oxford.
Wicker to Preside over U.S. Senate on First Day of Congress
Mississippi Sen. Roger Wicker will serve as presiding office of the U.S. Senate during the first day of the 114th Congress, which convenes Tuesday.