Mississippi Edition

Flash floods are expected throughout Mississippi today as heavy rains sweep across the state. We'll speak with the National Weather Service about what all drivers should watch for.

Then, The Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals is hearing arguments about Mississippi's felony disenfranchisement laws.

Plus, two authors are sharing the story of internationally renowned potters and jewelers from Mississippi.

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Legal action is being taken against the City of Lexington over alleged civil rights violations.

Then, Governor Tate Reeves has signed bills that will push forward the second-largest economic development project in state history.

Plus, Mississippi's central district transportation commissioner shares his hopes for improving roads and bridges throughout the state this year.

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Jackson's water utility is working with law enforcement to investigate social media posts that in part caused water pressure to drop last week.

Then, a Jackson resident shares their story of extremely high water bills.

Plus, Mississippi Blood Services is experiencing a critical blood shortage due to severe winter weather limiting donation drives.

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The legislature convened yesterday to pass what the Governor calls 'the second largest economic development project in state history'.

Then, doctors are sounding the alarm about healthcare in Mississippi. We take a look at the 2023 state health card report.

Plus, a film screening this Sunday tells the story of Fannie Lou Hamer in her own words.

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The chairs of the state's Medicaid legislative committees want to remove barriers that prevent pregnant women from getting timely prenatal care.

Then, a name change proposal from a state university has been widely criticized by students and alumni.

Plus, two billion dollars. That's how much the state lottery has made in gross sales since it was created nearly five years ago.

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Roads are expected to be slick today following last night's low temperatures.

Then, Governor Tate Reeves is calling a special session of the legislature to pass a major economic development project.

Plus, an author shares how food plays a role in politics and the Mississippi Civil Rights movement.

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Severe cold is expected across much of Mississippi beginning this afternoon. Meteorologists say it could be more than 20 degrees below freezing.

Then, the Mississippi Emergency Management Agency shares tips on how to stay safe during severe cold.

Plus, on this state holiday, Mississippi recognizes two historic icons: one a Civil Rights leader, the other a Confederate general.

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Severe cold temperatures are expected to sweep across the state this weekend. We'll speak with the National Weather Service about what folks should expect.

Jackson's water has been placed under a boil notice after E-Coli was detected by the state testing lab, though utility leaders believe it's a false positive.

Then, A book about United Auto Works unionizing in the south and why a full-on effort to unionize the Nissan Plant in Canton failed.

Plus, the Mississippi Children's Museum is hosting an event this weekend to teach kids in the art of storytelling.

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Lawmakers are looking to strengthen the retirement system for state employees, which impacts around 10% of the state's population.

Then, Plaintiffs on a lawsuit seeking to block the formation of a separate criminal court in Hinds County say they're disappointed by a federal court's decision.

Plus, some lawmakers want to cut income tax this year, but experts warn it would have diminished effects for low income Mississippians.

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Governor Tate Reeves was sworn in yesterday, beginning his second term in office.

We hear about his policies, and how lawmakers and officials believe it could affect Mississippians.

Plus, a Jackson State grad who survived a coma is prepared to start on a new life-path this year.

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