Mississippi Edition

The Department of Health lifts the boil water notice in Jackson. We hear from officials about what residents can expect next. Plus, September is Suicide Prevention Month. We talk to a mental health advocate on the role of family support. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jackson has been in the headlines for weeks due to poor water quality. But a 2021 lawsuit claims the water system has been dangerous for children for years. Then, how one Mississippi county's residents opted back into the state's medical marijuana program. Plus, the public service commission announces new energy cost saving initiatives. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informat...

Residents in the capital city engage with leadership as the boil water notice continues. Then, understanding the risks of long-COVID. Plus, how a historical marker in Clinton is connected with an 1835 slave insurrection scare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Mayor of Jackson says the boil water notice could be lifted in a matter of days. We have the latest on the city's water crisis. Then, the State Auditor responds to questions regarding the welfare scandal. Plus, the intersection between mental health and art. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jackson restaurants try to get a boost from elected officials as the city endures its seventh straight week under a boil water notice. Plus, a new COVID booster serves as a reminder that the coronavirus hasn't gone away. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's been seven weeks since the Department of Health first issued a boil water notice for Jackson's water system. We talk to a community activist about life without dependable tap water. Then, how a 430 million dollar lawsuit could impact teen and family awareness about vaping Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency visits Jackson as residents approach seven weeks without drinkable water. Then, lessons health officials have learned from the AIDS epidemic and how they’re focusing on meeting vulnerable populations where they are. Plus, preserving buildings and historic sites at Mississippi's HBCUs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informati...

Officials try to get a plagued water plant fully operational, and Mayor of Jackson responds to criticism of the city's management of the facility. Then, we look ahead to January's legislative session with the Lt. Governor. Plus, illuminating the history of the enslaved through the Lantern Project. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Water pressure may have returned to homes in Jackson, but it remains unsafe to drink. And the plant at the center of the crisis is the now the subject of some political finger pointing. Then, students in the capital city return to class, but last week marked another distribution to learning. Plus, a conversation with the Lt. Governor. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informatio...

Federal officials visit the capital city. We bring you the latest on the Jackson water crisis. Then, how the history of one of the oldest Black communities in Cullman County has shaped its present. Plus, the Insurance Commissioner explains the disaster guide. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With capital city residents in continued need of water, officials across levels of government launch new water distribution sites. Then, college football shifts its attention to a Mississippi HBCU. Plus, using conversation as a path toward racial reconciliation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The White House approves the state's emergency declaration. We take a closer look at what that means for the city of Jackson. Then, the purpose and pitfalls of targeted monkeypox vaccine campaign. Plus, how faith-based group Mission Mississippi is promoting racial reconciliation.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With the capital city's water system in dire straights, the Governor issues a state of emergency. Then, a federal court upheld Mississippi's disenfranchisement code. We hear from the group challenging the law. Plus, comedian Rita Brent on what it means to be a Mississippian.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The threat of flooding may be receding with the Pearl River, but the capital city's water woes continue. Then, like other labor movements before them, striking coal miners in Alabama are in the middle of violent confrontations. Plus, a conversation with comedian Rita Brent on her return home. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The capital city faces its second major flood event in two years. And the latest mission to the moon has ties to Mississippi. Plus, a group of football officials make history in the Magnolia State. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The capital city prepares for a flood event as the Pearl River rises. Then, caregivers in Rankin County reflect on unexpected evacuations caused by Wednesday's heavy rains. Plus, a look at the Mississippi lottery. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Days of constant rain brings flooding to parts of central and south Mississippi. We assess what's known about the damage and danger with MEMA. Then, a look at two pilot projects that would bring more green solutions to a Texas county's flood control strategy. Plus, we hear from an education professional on the state's assessment results. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informa...

Public school advocates make their case in court against a program that sets aside federal relief funds for private schools. Then, its been five years since Hurricane Harvey caused massive flooding in Houston, Texas. Now experts are examining green methods of flood control. Plus, the answers - and questions - that come from the 1950 census. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more info...

More rain is expecting for much of the state, bringing with it flood advisories. We talk to the National Weather Service. Then, leaders of the capital city respond as residents continue to face water woes. Plus, a recent study illustrates the effects of crude oil on Deep Water Horizon cleanup workers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rocket technology tested in Mississippi is set to launch a new series of missions to the moon. We talk Artemis 1. Then, a state agency's plan to get WiFi service to those in need. Plus, the National Economic Council responds to the latest jobs numbers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A federal initiative seeks to bring broadband access to Mississippi Choctaws. And we get reaction from a Mississippi Senator about the FBI investigation of Donald Trump and the Inflation Reduction Act. Then, baby formula is still in shorter-than-normal supply. We hear from a daycare operator and mother who's helping connect her community. Plus, on the eve of Book Fest, we talk to the event's...

A civil rights group says police have “terrorized” residents in a small Mississippi town. We talk to an attorney representing the citizens of Lexington in a federal lawsuit. Then, a visit from the Director of HUD highlights efforts to provide affordable housing in the capital city. Plus, a conversation with author Alice Walker. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

More calls for gun policy - this time from pediatricians and surgeons. Then, with lawsuits and investigations pending, we look at what's still to come out of the state's welfare fraud scandal.  Plus, the last slave ship and the story of Africatown. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How elements of the Inflation Reduction Act will help ease some of the financial burden of Mississippians living with diabetes. Plus, we continue our comprehensive look at the state's welfare fraud scandal, and how the current Governor is connected to questionable spending. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Following another wrinkle in the state's TANF fraud scandal, we take a comprehensive look at what's unfolded so far. Then, Mississippi physicians and the AARP are working together to promote exercise. Plus, breaking ground on a new inter-faith facility. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.