Mississippi Edition

Mississippi's senate is redrawing district lines to comply with a federal court order.Then, supporters of the herbal supplement Kratom are calling for state regulations on the product.Plus, a Hinds County judge has agreed to dismiss a case against a Clarksdale newspaper in a case centered around First Amendment rights.And ahead, Huntsville, Alabama is waiting for President Donald Trump to deliver a big win for the city.

Mississippi lawmakers are working to create a working relationship between the state and Israel.Then, The Mississippi Senate tackles court-ordered redistricting that could see incumbents running against each other. Plus, we speak with an author about what it was like growing up the child of a civil rights icon Bob Moses, and how he's continuing his father's legacy.

The Mississippi Senate passes a $326 million tax cut bill that lowers income and grocery taxes and raises the gasoline tax.Then, today is the deadline for two universities to submit proposals that will determine the future of a prestigious, public high school in Mississippi.Plus, The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management wants old oil wells in the Gulf cleaned up. But some states have sued, saying it will crush independent oil companies.

Some businesses say regulations on hemp products would be an over-reach by the state. But health officials say it could protect consumers.Then, legislation moves forward that lawmakers say could expedite youth court cases in Mississippi.Plus, Anxieties are high at some schools and churches after moves by the Trump Administration suggested they could be visited by immigration police.

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.