Governor calls special session for economic development project
Governor Tate Reeves is calling a special session for an economic development project in north Mississippi. The governor's office said this would be a $1.9 billion project.
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Mississippi, Alabama battle icy conditions; One fatality reported
Much of Mississippi and Alabama are seeing icy travel problems. The Mississippi Department of Transportation reported that 75 of the state's 82 counties have reported ice on the roads.
Prepping for the cold: MEMA shares list of items to pack in car kits
The best advice for everyone is to stay home. By now, you have probably prepared for the frigid temperatures. But if you have to travel, it's always good to have a car kit with you.
Mississippi House leadership team reflects new speaker's openness to Medicaid expansion
The new speaker of the Mississippi House on Friday announced his leadership team for this four-year term, making a significant change by choosing a new chairman who supports his wish to consider Medicaid expansion.
New test of water in Mississippi capital negative for E. coli bacteria, city water manager says
The day after Mississippi health officials told residents in the state’s capital that dangerous bacteria could be in their tap water, a new round of test results did not find E. coli in Jackson's supply, the city's water manager said Friday.
MSDH reports 2nd pediatric flu death of 2023-2024 season
The Mississippi State Department of Health reported a second pediatric flu death in the state during the 2023-2024 flu season.
Nettleton man receives sentence for child porn possession
After being charged with failing to register as a sex offender, a Nettleton man received a sentence of more than 13 years for possessing child pornography.
Governor Tate Reeves sworn in for 2nd term in office
Governor Tate Reeves is sworn into office for another four years. The inauguration was on January 9 on the state Capitol steps in Jackson.
Republican Tate Reeves set for second inauguration as Mississippi governor
Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves was being inaugurated for his second term on Tuesday. The 49-year-old Republican is the fourth Mississippi governor to win two consecutive terms.
George County sheriff's deputy shot, killed in line of duty
A George County sheriff's deputy was shot and killed in the line of duty Thursday night.
Mississippi lawmakers prepare for 2024 Legislative Session
The new year means new goals for Mississippi. Lawmakers will be heading to Jackson next week to start the 2024 Legislative Session.
DA Scott Colom nominated to serve as federal judge
President Biden nominated Colom to serve as a federal judge in the U.S. District Court-Northern District of Mississippi in Oxford.
Mississippi invests millions to improve, develop industrial sites
The State of Mississippi is investing nearly $17 million to improve and develop industrial sites around the state.
Christmas travel period ends: MHP investigates one fatal accident
The Mississippi Highway Patrol is only investigating one fatal crash over the Christmas Holiday Travel period.
Investigation underway after CO was killed in Meridian
A guard at the East Mississippi Correctional Facility in Lauderdale County was shot and killed earlier Tuesday afternoon.
Mississippi's 2023 timber harvest expected to set record
Sources said they are on pace to exceed 36 million tons of timber harvested, which would be the highest level we have experienced this century.
MHP troopers ensure motorists have safe holiday
The "Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over" campaign is underway. Troopers will be on the lookout for impaired drivers and other traffic violations.
Powerball Jackpot Jumps to Estimated $620 Million
After 30 drawings with no jackpot winner, the jackpot for the Saturday, Dec. 23, Powerball® drawing has increased to an estimated $620 million, making it the fourth Powerball jackpot to climb above half a billion dollars in 2023.
State Board of Education Names Dr. Lance Evans State Superintendent of Education
The Mississippi State Board of Education (SBE) named Dr. Lance Evans, the superintendent of the New Albany School District, the next state superintendent of education.
Outgoing state representative selected as new fire chief in Meridian
An outgoing state representative will soon be a fire chief. Our state-wide news partner, WTOK, reported Michael Ted Evans will lead Meridian's fire department.
New Year, New Scratch-Offs
Lottery retailers will have three new scratch-off games available starting Friday, Dec. 29. What better way to kick off the New Year?
Gov. appoints new exec. dir. at Mississippi Development Authority
Governor Tate Reeves is making some changes at the top of Mississippi's leading Economic Development organization.
Federal approval: $600M set to benefit Mississippi hospitals
The federal government is giving Mississippi the go-ahead to make good on one of Governor Tate Reeves' campaign promises.