Labor union petitions for living wages for MSU campus employees
There's a student union of a different sort on the campus of Mississippi State University. The United Campus Workers is a labor union affiliated with universities across the Southeast.
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$1 Million Mega Millions Ticket Sold at the Scarlet Pearl Casino & Resort
A Mega Millions® ticket sold at the Scarlet Pearl Casino and Resort in D’Iberville is worth $1 million after the player matched all five numbers in the Tuesday night drawing.
HB 691 could create board to oversee investigations of law officers
A new board could oversee investigations of law enforcement accused of wrongdoing. House Bill 691 is headed to Governor Tate Reeves.
May Scratch-Offs Soon to Arrive in Lottery Retailers
Three new pocket-friendly scratch-offs will arrive in Mississippi Lottery retailers on Tuesday, May 7. With great odds and big prizes, there is something for everyone.
Confederate Memorial Day: How it’s remembered in Columbus
Many state employees in Mississippi had a day off from work. That's because Mississippi is one of only four states that still recognizes Confederate Memorial Day.
State Senate confirms newest members on IHL Board of Trustees
The four newest members of the Board of Trustees of State Institutions of Higher Learning were confirmed by the Mississippi Senate.
Denim Day: Making a stand against sexual violence
April 24 marks a powerful statement in the fight against sexual violence. Denim Day is an international holiday.
Former Tupelo mayor urges lawmakers to fully expand Medicaid
Jack Reed Jr. spoke at the Capitol Rotunda Tuesday during a news conference. Reed Jr. said expanding Medicaid would have a positive impact on poor residents, and also would boost the state's economy.
8 schools in our area receive 'Military Star Schools' recognition
Eight schools in our area are being recognized for their commitment to supporting military families and children of service members.
School choice for military kids: What this means for local schools
A bill headed to Governor Tate Reeves' desk could bring big changes for the children of active-duty military personnel stationed in Mississippi. House Bill 1341 is a military school choice bill.
Longtime north Mississippi judge retires
Judge Jim Greenlee, of Oxford, is stepping down from the Mississippi Court of Appeals. He was appointed to the position in January 2016 and then won re-election twice.
State education board names Ginger Tedder MSMS exec. director
The Mississippi School for Mathematics and Science has a new leader. The State Board of Education voted to hire Ginger Tedder as the executive director of MSMS.
HB 1341 allows military families to send children to school of choice
A bill on the way to Governor Tate Reeves' desk will allow military members more flexibility with school choices for their kids.
Work Zone Awareness Week: Promoting safety for workers
The Federal Highway Administration and the Mississippi Department of Transportation are recognizing this week.
US Department of Agriculture: Reimbursement program approved
The U.S. Department of Agriculture approved an Emergency Forest Restoration Program signup for every county in Mississippi.
CBS to reair 'Billy Joel: The 100th' after error cuts program short
There is some good news for Billy Joel fans. If you were watching the Madison Square Garden event, you may have noticed it ended abruptly.
6 former Mississippi law officers sentenced in state court for torture of 2 Black men
Already sentenced to federal prison, six former Mississippi law enforcement officers who pleaded guilty to a long list of state and federal charges for torturing two Black men were sentenced Wednesday in state court.
Lottery Sends More Than $11.8 Million to State
With the Mississippi Lottery’s March transfer of $11,867,393.08, the total fiscal year-to-date transfer to the state reached $96,836,487.71.
Mother fights for bill recognizing heirship status for IVF children conceived after parent dies
A bill that would recognize IVF parents as a legal parent after their death is clinging to life in the state legislature. State senators have until April 10 to bring up House Bill 1542.
Tenn-Tom Waterway Development Authority says 'business is good'
Business on the Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway is good, even if there are some roadblocks. That's part of the message Tenn-Tom Waterway Development Authority Administrator Mitch Mays shared.
State health department conducts mental health training at WPPD
All too often, law enforcement officers are the first contact for a person experiencing a mental health crisis. And sometimes that mental health crisis can look like something else.
Columbus Fire & Rescue proves performance to keep accreditation
There are nearly 28,000 fire departments in the United States, but only around 400 are accredited by the Commission on Fire Accreditation International.
WCBI brings home some high honors from MAB award ceremony
Many of the state's best and brightest in broadcasting met in Jackson for the Mississippi Association of Broadcasters Excellence in Broadcasting Awards ceremony.
New Albany educator named next state superintendent
A New Albany educator will now lead the Mississippi Department of Education. The Mississippi Senate confirmed Dr. Lance Evans as the next State Superintendent of Education.
Appeal hearing: Family waits for decision from MHSAA Board
The Mississippi High School Activities Association has been asked to reverse its decision that benched a top Tupelo High School track team member.