Mississippi Edition

After months of debate, plans for expanding Medicaid in Mississippi may have ended for this legislative session.

Then, language barriers can prevent many people from voting. A new initiative seeks to bridge that gap.

Plus, a new study by the University of Mississippi and Harvard has found a connection between bad cholesterol and Alzheimer's Disease.

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The future of Medicaid expansion is on the line at the state legislature today.

From the Gulf States Newsroom, an abortion ban in Florida is set to go into effect today, severely limiting access for many across the South.

Plus, what's the story behind the oldest standing structure in Mississippi? The answer in this week's History is Lunch.

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A bill heading to the Governor's desk could add time to an expanded police presence within the capital city.

Then, water utilities in the South are notorious for poor customer service, leaving customers trying for months to fix inaccurate bills. In some cases, years.

Plus, what a new education funding formula could mean for classrooms in Mississippi.

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Mississippi lawmakers are sending a bill to the Governor that would create a new education funding formula.

Then, local organizers are calling for a ceasefire in Gaza as the war between Israel and Hamas nears it's seventh consecutive month.

Plus, the state legislature is honoring blues legend Bobby Rush for his recent Grammy win.

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Lawmakers are running out of time to expand Medicaid benefits to the working poor as the session nears a close.

But Mississippi's Speaker of the House Jason White says he's still confident the state can pass a bill for Medicaid.

Plus, health officials are seeking new methods to reach under-served communities.

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Mississippi business leaders are calling for Medicaid expansion, but lawmakers remain deadlocked.

Then, how registering to be an organ donor can save lives.

Plus, Mississippi's dark history often gets a cleaner slate than it should. A new book seeks to clear the air.

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 Mississippi legislators are trying to reach an agreement over Medicaid expansion as the session nears an end.  

Then, Nearly four in ten people, in the U.S. live in counties that have unhealthy levels of air pollution. How do counties in Mississippi stack up?

Plus, A former Mississippi politician is sharing stories of his experience in the state legislature through a short film.  

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Almost 3 dozen people convicted of felony crimes in Mississippi could soon have their voting rights restored.  

Then, Law enforcement officials in Jackson say a federal program meant to address gangs and other violent crimes in the capital city -is set to begin soon.  

Plus, fluctuating crop prices have caused major shifts in what's being planted this year.

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A newly released report shows racial and ethnic health disparities are persistent across the U.S., especially in the deep south.  

Mississippi Tree farmers who lost forest land during last year's extreme drought are now eligible to receive federal assistance for their losses. 

Plus, tomorrow is National Record Store Day.  Audiophiles and vinyl collectors will be in search of that one-of-a-kind item. 

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Civil rights advocates are seeking a way to restore voting rights to people who have served their time for convictions on certain felonies. 

Then, for the second day in a row, a coalition of activists rally at the state Capitol for full Medicaid expansion in Mississippi. 

Plus, a Native American author is honored for her contributions in children's literature. 

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