Statewide News
Thompson endorses Colom ahead of March Democratic Primary
By Frank Corder, Magnolia Tribune Congressman Bennie Thompson (D-MS 2) has endorsed Democrat candidate Scott Colom for U.S. Senate ahead of the three-person March 10 Primary...
Legislators express frustration with ABC shipment backorders, seek solutions for Mississippi businesses
By Jeremy Pittari, Magnolia Tribune Ongoing alcohol shipment delays being experienced by Mississippi’s businesses from the state’s Alcohol Beverage Control warehouse prompted...
Eighteen Mississippi Counties Now Eligible for All Categories of FEMA Public Assistance
Local governments and certain nonprofit organizations in 18 Mississippi counties are now eligible for Public Assistance grants to support debris removal and permanent work to repair public...
Contractors Warned to End Illegal Activity
The Mississippi Insurance Department (MID) has been made aware of contractors acting as unlicensed public adjusters by filing claims on behalf of insureds. This practice is illegal in the State of...
House opts in to Mississippi Open to Religion Act, sending the measure to the Senate for consideration By: Jeremy Pittari – February 12, 2026
By Jeremy Pittari, Magnolia Tribune A bill that would allow students to engage in prayer or other religious activities while attending school has passed in the Mississippi House...
Bill would prohibit Mississippi government, law enforcement from interfering with federal immigration authorities
By Daniel Tyson, Magnolia Tribune The Mississippi House of Representatives overwhelmingly approved legislation late last week requiring local and state law enforcement to cooperate...