Statewide News
Remember Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann’s plan to save hospitals? Here’s where those bills stand.
by Devna Bose, Mississippi Today March 28, 2023 At the beginning of the 2023 legislative session, Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann announced a plan to save Mississippi’s failing rural hospitals. The...
Lawmakers approved $104 million for Mississippi hospitals. Some say it’s not nearly enough.
by Devna Bose, Mississippi Today March 28, 2023 Mississippi hospital leaders have been begging for help for months, and the Legislature has answered the call — though some advocates and lawmakers...
IRS announces tax relief for victims of severe storms, straight-line winds and tornadoes in Mississippi
Victims of severe storms, straight-line winds and tornadoes in Mississippi from March 24, 2023, to March 25, 2023, now have until July 31, 2023, to file various individual and business tax returns...
Senate, in 11th hour, tries to revive ballot initiative measure it previously killed
by Geoff Pender and Bobby Harrison, Mississippi Today March 27, 2023 The Senate on Monday, at Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann's request, voted to revive a measure it killed last week that would restore...
How to help Mississippi tornado victims
by Adam Ganucheau, Mississippi Today March 27, 2023 Tornadoes ripping through Mississippi Friday night left at least 21 dead, dozens injured and a trail of destruction throughout the Delta and into...
What to Expect After You Apply for FEMA Assistance
If you live in Carroll, Humphreys, Monroe or Sharkey counties and were affected by the March 24-25 tornadoes, FEMA may be able to help with temporary lodging expenses, basic home repairs or other...