Mississippi Edition

Coronavirus cases are on the rise across the nation. In Mississippi, health officials are reminding folks about the risks of the disease. 

Then, a new study seeks to identify why workforce participation is low in Mississippi, and what could be done to correct course. 

Plus, a new book dives into the history of prison visitation and release programs, which have deep roots in Mississippi.

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On today's show:

A Jackson city council member has resigned and pled guilty in federal court of a conspiracy to commit bribery charge. 

Then, New K9 units are on duty at the Jackson airport.

Plus, new regulations are now in place for how realtors interact with home buyers. Experts share how this could affect the housing market in Mississippi.

And from the Gulf States Newsroom: all of Mississippi could lose access to one of the nation’s most relied-upon welfare programs.

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Mississippi is among the top 7 states with the highest HIV rates in the country. Grassroots organizers are calling for better testing and access to care.

Then, routine vision checks can help identify some problems kids have with their vision, but others can be hard to spot.

Plus, what influence did a rural Black community have on Mississippi's history and culture? That's ahead in this week's History is Lunch.

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Two Mississippi universities are partnering together to help rural schools achieve education goals.

Then, hundreds of rural road and bridge projects have been funded recently, but officials say there are many more that need money to move forward. 

And from the Gulf States Newsroom; a Dollar General worker in New Orleans talks about the company's $12 million safety violation settlement.

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It's week two of a federal lawsuit alleging Mississippi's State Supreme Court maps violate the Voting Rights Act.

Then, it's hot outside. An emergency room leader shares tips on how folks can protect themselves in the sun.

Plus, a non-profit based in Jackson is helping identify and address the needs of young black girls and women in Mississippi.

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A cyber-attack has disrupted the blood donation process in several states. Mississippi wasn't directly hit, but it could affect blood supplies in the state.

Then, legal observers often serve as watchdogs for protester civil rights.

Plus, doctors visits are an important part of going back to school. An expert shares how parents and their kids can start the year off well.

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School counselors are in high demand across Mississippi, and are speaking with state lawmakers about better ways they could engage students.

Then, a new federal grant is being used to help reduce high transmission rates of congenital Syphilis in Mississippi.

Plus, some tips on how parents and teachers can work together in a way that helps students get the most out of this school year.

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We continue our conversation with the new State Superintendent of Education about his goals for Mississippi.

From the Gulf States Newsroom, jobs in the South’s auto industry offer some of the best pay in the region without needing a degree. But workers say they also want more respect.

Plus, files were recently made public about the 1964 "Mississippi Burning" murders. Experts are sharing their findings in this week's History is Lunch.

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Updates to a federal anti-discrimination law go into effect this school year, but state officials are asking courts to block those changes.

Then, Farmers in AL and MS receive the largest chunk of a $2 billion payment to loan applicants who were discriminated against.

Plus, we speak with the new State Superintendent for Mississippi about his goals for the 2024-25 school year.

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A lawsuit has been filed challenging the district maps that make up the Mississippis Supreme Court.

Then, school started again for many students in Mississippi. Some are earlier than others thanks to a modified calendar.

Plus, how language barriers are being bridged in the states court system.

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