Report: Mississippi schools face chronic absenteeism

Mississippi households could pay more for energy because of federal policy changes

Households in the contiguous United States will pay thousands of dollars more for energy through 2040 because of federal policy changes since President Donald Trump returned to office. That's according to modeling released Friday by a nonpartisan think tank. In five states, households will pay roughly $9,000 more: Oregon, Mississippi, South Dakota, Virginia and Wyoming.

Grant will expand Fannie Lou Hamer Digital Driving Tour

The Jonathan Logan Family Foundation awarded $25,000 to the “Fannie Lou Hamer’s America” project to support research and the production of 12 new tour stops and multimedia resources.

Will Mississippi better prepare for the next winter storm? Officials are dubious.

Months after January's deadly winter storm, officials recognize solutions to better handle future events. but elected leaders say there’s little room for improvement in Mississippi’s winter storm response.

Golf cart raises questions at Hinds DA’s office. Where did the money come from? 

A golf cart bought by former Hinds DA Jody Owens could be part of a state audit looking into the finances of the district attorney’s office. The vehicle now sits in a corner of a courthouse parking lot after Owens resigned his post over the summer.

Fiery crowd caps redistricting hearings. Opponents urge: 'Leave our maps alone'

A Republican-dominated committee listened to speakers who shared their views on whether Mississippi should redraw its electoral maps, a move that could reshape the state’s political representation for years to come.