Group Asks DOJ to Investigate Alabama Prisons
An advocacy group is urging the U.S. Department of Justice to investigate what it called illegal and unconstitutional conditions in Alabama prisons.
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Alabama Ranks Low in Contested Legislative Races
Alabama was among the states with the least contested legislative races in the general election.
Southern States Look to Regional 2016 Primary
There's an effort underway to create a Southern primary for the 2016 presidential campaign, bringing states like Georgia, Tennessee, Arkansas and Mississippi together on the first Tuesday in March.
Video: Mississippi Governor Wants to Spend More Money to Promote Tourism
Governor Bryant seeks to more than double current State promotion budget
Video: Itawamba County Students 'Pack the Bus' to Restock Food Pantries
Students across Itawamba County have been collecting food for local food banks
Corrections Oversight Panel Named
Governor Phil Bryant has announced the members of the task force to oversee the Mississippi Department of Corrections (MDOC) contracts review.
Alcorn County Regional Correctional Facility Approaching New Management
The Alcorn County Regional Correctional Facility is expecting new management soon.
Northport Woman Responsible of Kidnapping, Denied Of Appeal
A Northport woman sentenced to 25 years for kidnapping a Kemper girl from school has been denied appeal.
Video: With Less Than A Week To Go Before Runoff, State Senate Candidates State Their Cases
Bobby Patrick and Chuck Younger facing off in runoff to fill the vacant District 17 State Senate Seat
Video: Columbus and Tupelo Celebrate Thanksgiving Early with Music and Worship
Tupelo and Columbus hold annual Community Thanksgiving Services
Video: Work Set to Begin on Old Moss Tie / Kerr McGee Site and 14th Avenue
Northside Columbus site to be cleaned up and street improved
Video: German Travel Professionals Tour Columbus
German tourists get a dose of Mississippi Hospitality
Aryan Brotherhood Of Mississippi Gang Indicted
Rienzi, Corinth men targeted as leaders.
Senate to Work Longer Under GOP Control Next Year
The House can process legislation far more efficiently, and it will stick to a four-day work week next year.
Republicans Warn that Obama Will Regret Immigration Moves
In a speech tonight, Obama will be claiming broad authority to grant work permits to millions of immigrants who are living in the country illegally.
Gov. Bryant Named Chair-Elect of Jobs for America’s Graduates
Currently Jobs for Mississippi Graduates (JMG) is in 50 schools and serves over 1,600 at-risk students.
Federal Court Refuses To Overturn Mississippi Abortion Law
Lone Clinic Can Remain Open
MSU, Ole Miss Propose Biggest Tuition Hikes
MUW proposal is smaller.
State Rep. Howell Won't Seek Another Term
Been in Legislature since 1992.
Harper Named Subcommittee Vice Chairman
Energy and Commerce Committee Chairman Fred Upton (R-Mich.), today named Rep. Gregg Harper (R-Miss.), Vice Chair of the Environment and the Economy Subcommittee.
Video: R.J. Mitte Speaks to MSU Students About Overcoming Obstacles
"Breaking Bad"'s Walt, Jr. speaks to MSU students about overcoming obstacles and fighting bullying.
Video: Oxford High School Plays Host to Some of America's Newest Citizens
Oxford High School hosts Naturalization Ceremony for new American Citizens
Video: Columbus City Council Votes Down Planning Commissions Recommendation on Cell Towers
Possibility of cell towers in residential areas appears to be sticking point.
Video: Fulton Approves Ordinance Controlling Alcohol Sales
Fulton Aldermen set hours and restrictions on alcohol sales
Video: Future of KiOR Plant Uncertain, but State Makes no Moves
Sale could still be possible for former fuel making facility