Mississippi Edition

The FBI arrests 20 as part of a drug trafficking conspiracy in the Mississippi Delta. Some worked in law enforcement. Leaders in the Mississippi House and Senate disagree on what public education policy they should focus on for the 2026 legislative session.  The Mississippi Legislative Black Caucus hear testimony and recommendations to combat the state's highest in the nation maternal mortali...

State lawmakers are trying to find solutions to two major education problems: teacher shortages and chronic absenteeism. Then, a new state-of-the-art medical facility opens, focusing on children with complex medical needs. Plus, we speak with a Madison County principal recognized nationally for her work in elementary education. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

State lawmakers weigh in on how the legislature can help revitalize Jackson. Then, members of the Jackson State University community provide comment on the selection of a new school President. Plus, we hear from a breast cancer survivor about how she managed to overcome the devastating disease. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How is the federal shutdown affecting food assistance programs? That's ahead. Then, Lawmakers are meeting with Jackson officials to discuss the city's public utility needs. Plus, October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Plans are underway to build a new asphalt plant near Oxford. Some say it'll promote growth while others say they worry about farmers and the environmental risk. Then, Mississippi monthly job reports is delayed because of the government shutdown. You'll hear from the state economist.  Plus, it's open enrollment season for Medicare. What Mississippians need to know ahead. Hosted on Acast....

Entergy Mississippi is expanding electricity production, investing $1.2 billion dollars in a new advanced technology power station in Vicksburg. Then, flood insurance is in limbo. The government shutdown has frozen new policies and renewals. We’ll explain what you need to know. Plus, the immigration raid on a Hyundai battery plant has some Louisiana residents calling for the state to pull sup...

How will changes to the state's troubled public employees' retirement system affect first responders? That's ahead. Then, a coalition of faith leaders in Jackson call for the Trump administration to protect healthcare for thousands of Mississippians. Plus, speed dating isn’t just for singles. It’s also big in the South’s car-making business. We go to a match-making day as car companies search for...

Hundreds gather in Jackson to protest the Trump administration as part of a national "No Kings" movement. Then, we hear from a veteran about how the federal government shutdown has been affecting his life. Plus, twenty years after Katrina, experts say disaster planning in jails and prisons needs improvement. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

State officials begin the process of finding a new president for Jackson State University. Now, stakeholders in the school are joining the search. Then, lawmakers and education leaders meet in Jackson to discuss how to better prepare students for an evolving workforce. Plus, gun violence surrounding school sporting events last weekend have spurred new discussions on safety at ball games. Hosted on...

The State of Mississippi carries out the execution of Charles Ray Crawford. The 59-year-old was convicted of the 1993 kidnapping, rape and murder of a college student in Tippah County.  Then, the U.S. Supreme Court hears a Louisiana case that will determine if race can be used in drawing legislative maps. We take a look at what the ruling could mean for Mississippi.   Plus, Mis...

 Residents of Gloster say a wood pellet plant operating in their community is the cause of many health issues. They're asking the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality to continue denying the company's request to scale up production. Then, Mississippi adopts a new benchmark program to gauge the success of public schools. Plus, we talk with the producer of a documentary explorin...

Thousands of Mississippians are at risk of losing their health insurance if lawmakers in Washington don't act soon. Then, October is breast cancer awareness month. And Early detection of breast cancer saves lives. But Mississippi has one of the lowest breast cancer screening rates in the nation for older women.  Plus, Law enforcement in Mississippi are warning residents ab...

Homecoming celebrations across Mississippi turn deadly this weekend as 8 people are killed in separate shootings.  Then: Tackling the state's chronic absenteeism rate will be a top priority for Mississippi legislators in the upcoming session.  Plus: Corrections officials in New Orleans reflect on the legacy of Katrina and how it changed their thinking about caring for people in...

Mississippi lawmakers are hearing why genetic testing for cancer patients could give them better access to more effective treatment. Then:  New guidelines released this week from the CDC now determine who can get and give the COVID vaccine.   Plus: how college students are being prepared to work alongside artificial intelligence. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...

Mississippi's top health official says the state is at risk of running out of funds for its food and nutrition program if the Federal Government shutdown continues.   Then: The U.S. Supreme Court is considering a Mississippi voting rights case that could affect how voters fight discrimination at the ballot box. Plus: Opponents of the death penalty rally outside the state Suprem...

Residents of the rural Gloster community are speaking out against a company they say is polluting the air. Then, State and national Democrats see a chance to gain ground in Mississippi as Trump’s economic policies take hold. Plus, it's Fall Severe Weather Preparedness Week in Mississippi. How to protect your family during storms ahead. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The troubled detention center for Hinds County is now under federal control. Then, the government shutdown has many federally owned locations throughout the state closed. But the Military Park in Vicksburg remains open through donations. More on that ahead. Plus, providing care for loved ones can often be a family affair. We speak with a couple who have taken on that job more than a dozen times. H...

Protesters gather outside the new office of Mississippi Republican Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith. They're calling for her to protect ACA healthcare subsidies. Then, how changes to federal food assistance programs could affect folks in the state. Plus, Medical providers in a variety of disciplines work together in the Delta to provide services to underserved communities. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/p...

The Federal Communications Commission visits Mississippi to discuss freedom of speech and technology. Then, the ribbon is cut on the Mississippi State Fair. Officials say it's a major economic driver for Jackson, and the tourism industry. Plus, it can be difficult to offer aid to a loved one who is home-bound. One option many families turn to is having a home caregiver. More on that ahead. Hosted...

The state sees history making job numbers for August despite the unemployment rate remaining steady. We take a closer look. Then, the Southern Poverty Law Center begins an annual tour this time to explain the impact of the Big Beautiful bill on Mississippians. Plus, It's the time to year that healthcare providers recommend folks be vaccinated to prevent respiratory illness likely to spread during...

The state sees history-making job numbers for August despite the unemployment rate remaining steady. We take a closer look. Then, the Southern Poverty Law Center begins an annual tour this time to explain the impact of the Big Beautiful bill on Mississippians. Plus, it's the time of year that healthcare providers recommend folks be vaccinated to prevent the respiratory illness likely to spread dur...

Mississippi Department of Health confirms a 2-month-old has died from pertussis, often called Whooping Cough. The state health officer is urging adults to keep their booster shots up to date.  Then, the gross domestic product is down by nearly 1 percent in the state. What that means for the economy ahead. Plus, Pharmacies in Louisiana are making their own rules about who can get a C...

Medical experts in Mississippi are continuing to push back on the President's remarks that blame rising cases of autism on Tylenol.  Then, how does Mississippi rank on the Commonwealth Fund's scorecard on Climate, Health and Healthcare?   Plus, We'll share the story of two sisters who fought through the grief of suddenly losing their mother by creating a podcast.  &nb...

Mississippi school accountability grades are released. How well did schools score? We'll take a look. Then, Mississippi lawmakers are hearing arguments for and against proposals on school choice.     Plus, what are those white fluffy balls you see floating in the air? They're actually insects. More on that ahead. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mo...

Medical professionals in Mississippi respond to the confusion and concern caused by linking the use of Tylenol during pregnancy to autism.  Then, Mississippi lawmakers examine possible changes to the state's struggling Justice Court system. Plus, a look back at the crisis that left thousands stranded in an Orleans jail as Hurricane Katrina made landfall. Hosted on Acast. See acast.c...