Statewide News
The revolving door at Mississippi’s hospitals: CEO turnover rate is high
by Devna Bose, Mississippi Today June 27, 2023 Hospital CEOs are leaving at increasingly higher rates in Mississippi since the pandemic. The state’s hospital CEO turnover rate was 17% in 2021,...
New laws to take effect in Mississippi on July 1st
By: Sarah Ulmer On July 1st, many of the laws passed by the Mississippi Legislature in the 2023 session will go into effect. While some were effective upon passage, others wait until July with the...
Democrats fear state leader’s tirade will jeopardize $250K commitment from national party
by Adam Ganucheau, Mississippi Today June 26, 2023 The Democratic National Committee recently committed to send $250,000 to boost the Mississippi Democratic Party’s election efforts, including the...
PERS Board pondering changes to cost of living increases, other recommendations for Legislature
by Bobby Harrison, Mississippi Today June 28, 2023 The board that governs the massive Public Employees Retirement System is working to develop recommendations for the Legislature to consider in 2024...
State’s teachers union endorses Brandon Presley in governor’s race
by Julia James, Mississippi Today June 26, 2023 The Mississippi Association of Educators endorsed Democrat Brandon Presley for governor on Monday over incumbent Republican Gov. Tate Reeves. The...
Legislative back and forth creates confusion about the additional $100 million for public schools
by Julia James, Mississippi Today June 27, 2023 The Mississippi Department of Education says its hands are tied when it comes to the $100 million in additional funding allocated to school districts...