Mom Says Mississippi 6th Grader Hanged Self Over Bullying
The parents say the school district doesn't enforce its policy of "zero tolerance" for bullying.
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Jobless Rate In Mississippi Hits New Record
The jobless rate fell 4.5% from 4.8% in December 2017.
Former Mississippi Officer Sentenced On Marijuana Charge
U.S. District Judge Henry T. Wingate sentenced the 33-year-old Thomas Wheeler Monday, after Wheeler pleaded guilty in December.
Mississippi House Recognizes Tyrone Ellis
Ellis was also presented with a proclamation from house members.
Monitor Warned About Gang Influence At Mississippi Prison
State officials, though, have said that many of allegations are out-of-date and conditions have improved.
Mississippi Cigarette Tax Increases Nearly Dead
Health advocates are seeking a big jump in Mississippi's taxes, aiming to curb smoking.
Community College Debt Deal Bill
If the governor signs the bill, it would take effect July 1.
Interior Department Announces Civil Rights Grants
In all, about $12.6 million in African American Civil Rights Grants will go to 51 projects in 24 states.
Secretary Of State Hosemann Hints At Seeking Higher Office
The Clarion Ledger reported last week that Hosemann indicated to schoolchildren that he plans a campaign for lieutenant governor.
35 Tons Of Catfish Products Produced In Mississippi Recalled
The items were shipped to retail locations in Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Illinois, Texas and Vermont.
Death Penalty Sought In Case Of 8 Mississippi Killings
Godbolt has been jailed without bail since his May 28 arrest.
House Makes Counter-Offer To Senate On Transportation Money
The Senate's version would divert up to $800 million in future revenue to funds controlled by the governor.
Mississippi Man Indicted In Shooting Deaths Of 8 People
Godbolt has been jailed without bond since his arrest May 28.
Abortion Bill Passes Through Mississippi's Legilature
Attorney General Jim Hood says it may be hard to defend in court.
Viral Video Sends Lumberton Police Chief Into Resignation
Lumberton's Board of Alderman voted unanimously to accept the resignation.
Mississippi House Again Seeks Lottery Despite Dim Prospects
The measure is headed to a conference between the House and Senate to work out differences.
Mississippi Bill Would Define Terroristic Threats
The bill heads back to the House for more debate.
Mississippi Law Will Let Ambulances Transport Police Dogs
It says a police dog can get an ambulance ride only if there are no people requiring medical attention or transport at the time.
Student Shot, Wounded On Jackson State University's Campus
The statement says there was no threat of an active shooter on campus.
House Bill 1083 Passes Senate
The amended version of HB 1083 now goes back to the House for further debate.
Cost, Enrollment Levels Cause Jackson To Close 4 Schools
A school district news release says the organization is trying to figure out how the buildings can be used as community assets.
Mississippi Senate Passes 15-week Abortion Ban, With Changes
Senators amended the bill to strip out possible felony charges for physicians.
Left Lane Driving Bill Cruises Through MS Congress
Both the House and Senate have now passed the bill. Governor Bryant's office says he does plan to sign it into law.
Mississippi Prison Conditions Disputed As Trial Starts
State lawyers say plaintiffs can't prove any of those claims. They say the prison has improved under new contractors.
Sen. Thad Cochran Announces Retirement
Senator Cochran has represented Mississippi in the Senate since 1978. He is the tenth longest serving Senator in US history.