Mississippi Edition

Republicans on the Senate Finance Committee advance a tax cut bill they say will spur economic growth.Then, The owner of the Clarksdale Press Register in the Delta goes to court next week over a judge's order to remove an article critical of city government--raising concerns about 1st amendment rights.Plus, A family's story of trying to obtain approval for heart surgery and finding an in-network specialist to perform the procedure.

A white supremacist group looks to recruit members in a small Mississippi town.  Then, the state is the first stop on a tour to promote awareness about Alzheimer's disease. Healthcare experts share the latest research.Plus, a major healthcare leader in Mississippi shares his experience of advocating for Medicaid expansion and navigating the COVID pandemic.

A bill is heading to the Governor's desk that would allow wine to be shipped directly to adults at their homes.Then, Mississippi Congressman Michael Guest discusses working on issues with state legislators. Plus, an explosion of flu cases has healthcare providers urging folks to get vaccinated.Also, one of Mississippi's top leaders in healthcare announces his retirement.

Mississippi's governor has declined to apply for federal summer grocery funds. And nationally, food assistance programs could be on the chopping block.Then, Mississippi lawmakers in both chambers have advanced legislation to ban Diversity, Equity and Inclusion programs at the state's colleges and universities.Plus, folks are celebrating Black History Month by visiting the graves of deceased Mississippians and sharing their life stories.

Mississippi legislators have taken a step toward allowing homeschoolers to play sports on public school teams.Then, Governor Tate Reeves has rejected federal food assistance funding that would help feed students over the summer.Plus, lawmakers advance a bill that would create a licensing program for midwives in Mississippi.

Mississippi lawmakers have reached another major deadline.One of the bills moving forward would target online grooming of children.And a major push for school choice dies on the calendar.Plus, A Palestinian American living in Mississippi is concerned about the consequences of Hamas not releasing Israeli hostages by Saturday.

Senate lawmakers unveil their tax plan. It cuts less revenue than the house's bill, but would be more resilient against any economic downturns.Then, Governor Tate Reeves criticizes a bill that would allow for early voting in Mississippi.Plus, manufacturers are waiting to see how tariffs on steel could affect costs in the coming months.Also, Mardi Gras in New Orleans will be more costly this year in the wake of the New Years Day attack on Bourbon Street. 

Lawmakers are considering a bill that would apply new regulations to hemp products.Then, arrests have been made along the Mississippi Gulf Coast as part of a sting operation targeting human trafficking.Plus, it's Spring Severe Weather Preparedness Week in Mississippi.