New laws going into effect July 1 that Mississippians should know about

July is almost here, which means a long list of bills will be enacted into law. After months of lawmaking…

Pair of Mississippi superintendents face decades in prison on embezzlement, theft charges

Two Mississippi school superintendents have been indicted on federal embezzlement, theft, and bribery charges.  Leake County School District superintendent Dr.…

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MDEQ awarded more than $3 million in federal grants for wastewater improvement projects

A pair of RESTORE Act grants totaling more than $3 million has been awarded to two coastal Mississippi wastewater improvement…

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New House select committees to discuss key issues ahead of 2026 session

Though lawmakers have gaveled out of the state capitol for the remainder…

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Trio of Mississippi business organizations one step closer to full merger

Three organizations dedicated to advancing a business-friendly climate in the Magnolia State…

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Brandon city leaders approve first step of potential relocation of downtown Confederate statue

Brandon city leaders are considering relocating one of its downtown centerpieces –…

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Trump says Israel-Iran ceasefire is in effect after deal initially faltered

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — U.S. President Donald Trump said a ceasefire…

Trump announces Israel-Iran ceasefire deal after U.S. airstrikes

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump on Monday said the "12 day…

Mississippi officials react to U.S. strikes on Iranian nuclear sites

Elected officials from Mississippi are weighing in on the U.S. military's strikes…

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Transcript of Trump’s speech on U.S. strikes on Iran

WASHINGTON (AP) — A transcript of President Donald Trump's speech on U.S.…

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More power outages reported in Holly Springs Utility Department service area amid investigation

As the Holly Springs Utility Department continues to be assessed by an…

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Mississippi airports to get more than $21 million in federal grants

A total of 52 grants from two federal funding programs have been…

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