Statewide News
Ballot initiative death, coming soon to a campaign ad near you
by Geoff Pender, Mississippi Today April 5, 2023 Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann and any state senator with an opponent for reelection this year can expect to field lots of questions and campaign-ad jabs...
Bill to revamp financial aid dies in 2023 session
by Molly Minta, Mississippi Today April 3, 2023 A bill to substantially overhaul Mississippi’s college financial aid programs died in conference on the final day of the legislative session, joining...
Mississippi’s racial divides were on full display as HB 1020 got its final debate and passing vote
by Bobby Harrison, Mississippi Today March 31, 2023 The state of Mississippi's racial wounds and sordid history were again thrust into full view at the Capitol on Friday as the House debated and...
Lawmakers pass largest budget in state history. No tax cuts or refunds, more for schools and roads
by Geoff Pender and Bobby Harrison, Mississippi Today April 1, 2023 After bitter arguments, stalemates and blown deadlines the Mississippi Legislature pulled an all-nighter and passed a state budget...
Can You Dig It? Roll Up Your Sleeves and Save Lives During National Safe Digging Month
Recent weather events have safety on the mind of most Mississippians these days, but Atmos Energy focuses on safety all year-round. Did you know that the most common cause of outside natural gas...
Lawmakers turn away billions in federal funds as they pour state funds into health care
by Bobby Harrison, Mississippi Today April 2, 2023 As the Mississippi Senate recently was considering and passing legislation to provide $103 million for a grant program for the state’s beleaguered...