Mississippi Edition

Jackson State University’s president is arrested in a prostitution sting. And the Senate appropriations committee considers the Department of Public Safety’s budget request. Then, Mississippi honors the nation’s first African American Senator. Segment 1: Jackson State University President William Bynum has resigned from his position after being arrested over the weekend during a prostitution sting...

Following last week's indictments, we take a look at how one Mississippi non-profit's services rely on TANF funds. And, with teen vaping on the rise, parents and school administrators take action. Then, after Byte Size Tech, MPB celebrates 50 years - a conversation with Executive Director Ronnie Agnew. Segment 1: Mississippi's former Department of Human Service Director, John Davis, an ex-wrestler...

The State Auditor’s office uncovers an embezzlement scheme. Then, the U.S. Department of Justice Civil Rights Division announces an investigation of the Department of Corrections. And, the Fifth Circuit Court hears the appeal in Mississippi’s six-week abortion ban. Segment 1: The State Auditor's Office in cooperation with the Hinds County District Attorney's office is uncovering what Auditor Shad...

Education takes center stage at the capitol. And members of Mississippi‘s congressional delegation respond to the State of the Union. Then, in today’s Book Club, first person accounts from former slaves in “River of Blood.” Plus, a lifetime achievement award for the Jackson Southernaires. Segment 1: The Senate unanimously passed a bill to give teachers a 1,000 dollar raise, and elevate the startin...

Members of the Walnut Grove community respond to the plan to relocate inmates. Then, a joint committee session on criminal justice reform. And, after a southern remedy health minute, a Governor’s Arts Awards, Lifetime Achievement recipient. Segment 1: Members of the Walnut Grove community are speaking up regarding the state's plan to potentially reopen a local prison facility. Among them are...

The state health department responds to a Hepatitis A outbreak. Then, universities struggle to compete for faculty and staff. And, a Mississippi tech company wants the state to invest more in computer science education. Segment 1: The Mississippi Department of Health is investigating an outbreak of Hepatitis A across Mississippi. Since April of 2019, there have been 149 cases of Hepatitis A, marki...

The state health department takes proactive measures regarding the coronavirus. Then, a proposed constitutional amendment. And, after Byte Size Tech, how a grassroots letter writing campaign is reaching Mississippi inmates. Segment 1: The number of confirmed cases of coronavirus in United States has reached eleven. Health officials in Mississippi are closely monitoring the outbreak. The risk...

A recent Supreme Court ruling could have severe effects on immigrants.   Then, a lobbying group seeks to expand Mississippians' wine retail options. Plus, the "Gridiron Girl" goes to the Super Bowl.  Segment 1: The Supreme Court has cleared the way for the Trump administration to begin enforcing its new "public charge" rule, making it harder for lower-income immigrants to get a gree...

As the legislative session kicks into gear, bills make their way out of committee. Then, one house member's mission to improve maternal and infant care. Plus, from McComb to Miami. One Mississippian's Super Bowl journey. And in today’s Book Club, find out what the University Press of Mississippi has been doing for the last fifty years. Segment 1: Legislation to address the short fall in the t...

On the heels of the governor’s state of the state, education reform activists take to the capital. We hear from school choice proponents, skeptics, and legislators tasked with determining the fate of the Education Scholarship Account. Then, after a Southern Remedy Health Minute, we examine the risks of acetaminophen over dosage. Segment 1: More than 800 Children from Mississippi charter, public an...

We break down the Governor's State of the State, and hear responses from lawmakers on both sides of the aisle. Then, he spent twenty four years in Mississippi's prisons. Now he helps others avoid his fate while pushing for reform. Segment 1: Governor Tate Reeves addressed Mississippi in his first State of the State Monday evening. Carrying over from his inauguration, he touted the theme...

The prison crisis attracts national attention. And, the city of Hattiesburg introduces a new street monitoring system. Then, after Byte Size Tech, new lottery games hit Mississippi. Segment 1: Nationally renowned artists and athletes descended on Jackson last week as part of a rally demanding that Governor Tate Reeves shut down Parchman State Penitentiary. The troubled facility lacks running water...

The Governor implements changes to the Department of Corrections. Then, a recent state of the state survey reveals what issues Mississippi voters’ value most. Plus, a first hand account of the Senate impeachment trial. Segment 1: Governor Tate Reeves is taking immediate steps to restore order at the State Penitentiary at Parchman. After visiting the prison, Reeves says maintenance teams are w...

The House Managers continue presentation of their case against President Donald Trump. We breakdown the Senate impeachment trial. Then, retired military leaders emphasize the importance of federal nutrition programs and the connection between child nutrition and national security. Plus, in our Book Club, "Race Against Time". Segment 1: The impeachment trial continues in the Senate today as Ho...

Lawsuits against the Mississippi Department of Corrections emerge following recent prison violence . Then, a push for a stronger investment in early childhood education. And, after a Southern Remedy Health Minute, Mississippi Blood Services designates a critical need. Segment 1: An investigation is underway into the beating deaths of two more inmates at a Mississippi prison. Thirty-five year old T...

Less than a month into the 2020 legislative session, there is unrest in the State house between the Speaker and a group of retired lawmakers. Then, the Mississippi Supreme Court upholds a 12 year sentence for contraband cell phone.  Plus, the William Winter Institute’s Day of Racial Healing. Segment 1: Four freshmen members of the Mississippi House might have to give up their legislative seat...

Governor Tate Reeves launches a national search for the next Department of Corrections leader. Then, part two of our conversation with former Senate Majority Leader Trent Lott. Plus, a special weekend honoring Martin Luther King Jr. at the Two Mississippi Museums. Segment 1: Governor Reeves is appointing a team to conduct a nationwide search for a new commissioner for the state's embattled correct...

The House of Representatives send the Articles of Impeachment to the Senate for action. We talk exclusively with former Majority Leader Trent Lott about the trial process. Then, local television networks are changing frequencies. We talk to the FCC about how to stay up to date with the change. Plus, in a new Book Club, Brooks Eason, “Fortunate Son: The Story of Baby Boy Francis.” Segment...

We address the flooding concerns. Then, Tate Reeves addresses the state during his inauguration as Mississippi’s 65th governor. We take a close look at his vision for the next four years. And, after a Southern Remedy Health Minute, lawmakers respond to the new governor’s call to action. Segment 1: The recent heavy rains throughout state are causing flooding concerns in many Mississippi communities...

Mississippi's 65th governor is inaugurated. We take a look at his agenda. And, education is a top priority this legislative session. What do state-wide advocacy groups think of the first changes made by new leadership? Then, a new concert event gives context to the songs of Simon and Garfunkel. Plus, part two of our conversation with former Attorney General Jim Hood. Segment 1: Officials...

Lt. Governor Hosemann makes committee assignments. Plus, a ballot initiative on medical marijuana. Then, after Byte Size Tech, a conversation with Jim Hood Segment 1: Mississippi's new Republican lieutenant governor is putting together a bipartisan leadership team in the state Senate. Delbert Hosemann announced Senate committees Friday naming Republicans as chairmen of the two committees most-dire...

Severe weather is anticipated across the Magnolia State this weekend. We have the details about what to expect. Then, new state officers are sworn in, and the house passes its first bill of the session. And, the 2020 senate race is set. We hear from the candidates. Plus, more on prison reform. Segment 1: An outbreak of severe weather is expected Saturday morning as an intense line of severe thunde...

Two State House Representatives leave the Democrat party. Lt. Governor-elect Hosemann visits Parchman. Then, restitution centers are at the center of a new investigative story. We take a closer look with one of the reporters. Plus, a new Book Club. Segment 1: As the 2020 legislative session gets underway, two Mississippi Democrats are leaving the party to become independents. Representative M...

The new legislative year is underway. We check in with the Senate and hear some reflections from outgoing Governor Bryant. Then, the SPLC leads a coalition of advocates in urging the Department of Justice to investigate the Mississippi prison crisis. We talk to one of their lead attorneys. And, in a historic moment, Willie Simmons is sworn in as Transportation Commissioner. Segment 1: The Mississi...

The 2020 legislative session begins today. We take a look at what members of the House hope to accomplish this year. Then, a special report on the prison crisis. And, among the twenty five new members of the state house being sworn in, seven are women. We speak with two of them. Segment 1: Today marks the start of the 2020 Mississippi Legislative session with newly elected lawmakers join...