Mississippi Edition

The state sees history-making job numbers for August despite the unemployment rate remaining steady. We take a closer look.

Then, the Southern Poverty Law Center begins an annual tour this time to explain the impact of the Big Beautiful bill on Mississippians.

Plus, it's the time of year that healthcare providers recommend folks be vaccinated to prevent the respiratory illness likely to spread during the winter months.  

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Mississippi Department of Health confirms a 2-month-old has died from pertussis, often called Whooping Cough. The state health officer is urging adults to keep their booster shots up to date. 

Then, the gross domestic product is down by nearly 1 percent in the state. What that means for the economy ahead.

Plus, Pharmacies in Louisiana are making their own rules about who can get a COVID-19 vaccine amid confusion around official guidance.

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Medical experts in Mississippi are continuing to push back on the President's remarks that blame rising cases of autism on Tylenol. 

Then, how does Mississippi rank on the Commonwealth Fund's scorecard on Climate, Health and Healthcare?  

Plus, We'll share the story of two sisters who fought through the grief of suddenly losing their mother by creating a podcast.   

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Mississippi school accountability grades are released. How well did schools score? We'll take a look.

Then, Mississippi lawmakers are hearing arguments for and against proposals on school choice.  

Plus, what are those white fluffy balls you see floating in the air? They're actually insects. More on that ahead.

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Medical professionals in Mississippi respond to the confusion and concern caused by linking the use of Tylenol during pregnancy to autism. 

Then, Mississippi lawmakers examine possible changes to the state's struggling Justice Court system.

Plus, a look back at the crisis that left thousands stranded in an Orleans jail as Hurricane Katrina made landfall.

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How will the Federal Reserve's recent interest rate cut change how Mississippians borrow and save?

Then, Emergency medical personnel killed in the line of duty are honored with 

their names etched in stone.  

Plus, A Stand Down event in Jackson to help homeless veterans in the state find vital services like housing and medical care.  

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Combating the Opioid crisis in the capital city.  Fentanyl Harm Prevention Kits and Emergency Overdose Boxes are now in the hands of first responders.

Then, a new online tool is launched to address Mississippi's childcare shortages. 

Plus, Sickle Cell disease causes severe pain and even death. Efforts are underway to raise awareness about the disease and find a cure.  

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A rally through the streets of Jackson calls for unity and solidarity among Black men---to address critical issues facing the Black community.   

Then, Mississippi Public Safety Commissioner Sean Tindell speaks on the tragic loss of Delta State University student Trey Reed, and how law enforcement balances transparency with privacy.

Plus, a Jackson State University professor discusses his role in updating a school textbook about Mississippi's history of conflict and change.

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A leading pediatrician shares her concerns on changes to federal vaccine recommendations.

Then, dyslexia is a reading disorder that affects around 1 in 5 Mississippians. An educator says there are solutions.

Plus, we continue our conversation with Reena Evers-Everette about her father in MPB's new documentary

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University officials address the growing concerns about the death of Trey Reed -- the 21-year old Delta State University student found hanging from a tree Monday on campus.

Then, Attorneys continue to debate in federal court if Rankin County School District has done enough to eliminate the remnants of segregation.

Plus, the new MPB documentary about civil rights leader Medgar Evers airs tonight. His daughter shares her thoughts about the film and discusses her father's unwavering commitment to fight for voting rights.

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