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.
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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.
Video: Local Elected Officials Line Up to Qualify for This Year's Election Cycle
Monday marked the first day of qualifying for local offices for the November 3rd general election.
Video: Recent Rains Haven't Affected Construction Projects too Badly
Most contractors plan for wet weather this time of year, and adjust schedules accordingly
Video: Public Works Crews Racing the Clock to Fill Potholes Ahead of Deep Freeze
Existing and new potholes created by heavy rains could be worse with freezing temperatures
Video: Caution is Advised When Working Outdoors in Extreme Cold
Wind chills at times could be around zero Wednesday and Thursday.
Video: Fire Heavily Damages Maben Home
Home on Highway 15 North in Maben heavily damaged by Monday afternoon fire
Video: Monday Afternoon Crash Sends One to the Hospital in Macon
Log truck and pick-up collide. One driver injured