How to stay safe while traveling during extreme heat
Sources from AP say that, as travelers prepare to set off on summer trips, scorching temperatures lie in wait...
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NASA unveils Artemis III astronauts to test technology for a future moon landing
According to AP, NASA on Tuesday revealed the crew for its Artemis III mission, the next step in the space agency’s plan to eventually land astronauts on the moon...
Researchers Study 'Double-Edged' Nature of Workplace Resilience
Sources from a press release say that, from underdog stories to comeback victories, everyone loves a tale of perseverance. But a new study suggests that highlighting workplace resilience can sometimes leave observers feeling anxious instead of inspired...
Gabitov, Owens to represent MSU as Fulbright U.S. Scholars in Austria, Brazil
Sources from a press release say that two Mississippi State associate professors are the university’s latest selections as Fulbright U.S. Scholars, a prestigious honor among researchers, administrators, and established professionals involved in scientific discovery around the world...
Cummins newest inductee of MSU’s Insurance Hall of Fame
According to a press release, Mississippi State recently inducted Coleman Cummins, regional vice president of EMC Insurance Companies, into the MSU Insurance Hall of Fame...
Five suspects plead not guilty to the fatal shooting of a Mississippi football player
According to CBS affiliate WJTV News, More than a year after the fatal shooting of a Mississippi football player, five suspects pleaded not guilty in court today about their involvement in the case...
Art Doing Its Part to address litter - statewide art competition
Sources from an MSU press release say that Pollution and the litter problem in Mississippi is being addressed by a lot of people in a lot of important ways, and some think art has a part to play in the effort...
DHR and Alabama DOE team up to distribute Summer EBT benefits
The State of Alabama is making sure children in low-income households have help with meals this Summer...
Lawsuit attempts to stop UFC fight at White House on Trump's birthday
According to CBS, a federal lawsuit filed Saturday seeks to shut down the Ultimate Fighting Championship fight night on the White House's South Lawn on President Trump's birthday...
Workers say they like remote work. Research shows it hurts their mental health.
CBS News reports that Americans routinely say they relish the ability to work from home or remotely rather than commute to an office. Yet new research suggests that untethering yourself can come at a cost...
Can an AI agent cover for you while you're at the beach?
According to CBS News, summer means fun in the sun for employees on vacation, but it also often means more assignments to juggle for their coworkers back at the office...
Nearly half of Americans say they're worse off financially than a year ago, NY Fed finds
CBS News reports that the U.S. economy may be holding up better than expected, but Americans are growing more pessimistic about their personal finances...
Pentagon updates religious codes after criticism from Mormons
Sources from CBS say that the Pentagon on Monday updated its religious affiliation codes after members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints criticized the list because it did not describe LDS as a "Christian" faith...
Trump formally nominates Todd Blanche as attorney general
CBS News reports that President Trump nominated Todd Blanche to serve as attorney general on Monday, aiming to formalize the onetime Trump defense lawyer's control over the Justice Department...
MSU, partners receive East Mississippi Sentinel Landscape Designation
Sources from a press release say that Mississippi State University, along with several state and military partners, are announcing that the East Mississippi Sentinel Landscape (EMSL) has officially been selected for designation by the federal Sentinel Landscapes Partnership...
A Dozen Mississippi Lottery Scratch-Off Games to End
According to an MSU Press Release, the Mississippi Lottery Corporation has announced the official end-date and the 2nd Chance promotional drawing date for a dozen scratch-off games...
University of Southern Miss to add new science research facility
Sources from WXXV say that the University of Southern Mississippi plans to add a new state-of-the-art science research facility on the Hattiesburg campus...
MS State Rep. Of District 70 Bo Brown passes away
According to our CBS Affiliate WJTV, the 76-year-old died this morning from natural causes...
MSU’s Collins amplifies disabled writers’ voices in new anthology
According to a press release, Mississippi State faculty member Christie Collins’ new co-edited anthology features essays by 17 authors and educators living with disabilities, chronic illnesses, and neurodivergence, helping address a longstanding gap in creative writing scholarship...
Golden Tempo wins the 2026 Belmont Stakes, month after its historic Kentucky Derby win
According to CBS News, Golden Tempo surged to victory in the 2026 Belmont Stakes on Saturday at Saratoga Springs in New York, capturing the third and final win of the Triple Crown, just a month after winning the Kentucky Derby...
ALEA reminds drivers to make safety a priority
As summer travel ramps up, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency is reminding drivers to make safety a priority, starting with securing what you carry...
Graham Platner faces another controversy days ahead of Maine Senate primary
Sources from CBS News say that for the second time this week, Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner is facing another major controversy just days ahead of the Maine primary he is poised to win...
The job market is much stronger than economists expected. Why?
According to CBS , against all odds, the U.S. job market is in a good place...
Woman sentenced for fatal road rage shooting in Jackson
Sources from CBS affiliate WJTV report that a woman was found guilty of first-degree murder in the shooting death of another woman during a road rage incident in Jackson...
Mosley named MSU executive director of Housing, Residence Life
According to a press release, Mississippi State alumnus Calvin Mosley is the new executive director of Housing and Residence Life, bringing to the role more than 20 years of leadership experience in housing, student life and development...