Mississippi Edition

A closer look at a federal judge's ruling Mississippi Supreme Court District lines must be redrawn.Then, we talk with Jackson Mayor John Horhn, who took office in July, about the challenges and his goals for the state's capital city.Plus, we hear how tourism changed in Mississippi after Hurricane Katrina.

Governor Tate Reeves deploys 200 members of the National Guard to Washington DC. Then, a researcher focused on agriculture say Mississippi farmers could see economic benefits from the bill passed by Congress.  Plus, The Town of Waveland's Police Chief talks about how officers survived Hurricane Katrina when it slammed the Mississippi Gulf Coast 20 years ago.

A new housing taskforce takes aim at unsafe apartments and negligent landlords in Jackson.Then, dozens of spiritual leaders and advocates rally against the 'big beautiful bill' for 'Moral Monday.'Plus, August is National Breastfeeding Month. CDC data shows mothers in Mississippi are quick to stop breastfeeding after giving birth. Hear why ahead.

Protests outside the offices of U.S. Senators Roger Wicker and Cindy Hyde-Smith call for guardrails on national spending cuts. Additional concerns are being raised about a viral comment made by Senator Wicker.Then, Social Security turns 90. We hear from the AARP of Mississippi about what the program does for folks in the state.Plus, Hurricane Katrina pummeled the Gulf Coast, ending Amtrak service. Now, 20 years later, the wheels are finally rolling again.

An automotive industry expert in the state says used car prices are up, but tariffs aren't necessarily behind the rising costs.  Then, state lawmakers hold their first meeting examining healthcare insurance and policy changes.  Plus, how do you know what charities are good stewards of your donations?  Mississippi Secretary of State Michael Watson shares tips.

A new mental health platform for students is rolled out in 29 school districts across the state.Then, a new report ranks Mississippi sixth in the nation for most affordable homes. But housing advisors say the state's low salary average makes it hard to become a homeowner.Plus, a new podcast takes listeners behind the scenes inside the Mississippi Department of Health.

Mississippi U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith meets with leaders at the Mississippi Industries for the Blind.Then, a non-profit seeks to raise money to support early learning in the state. Plus, we speak with a financial advisor about ways folks can start saving money despite the cost of living.

The state's high syphilis rate is down, but an infectious disease expert says more must be done to prevent the spread of sexually transmitted infections.Then, the attorney general's office is accepting applications for the Mississippi Opioid Settlement Fund. It's providing grants to curb the opioid epidemic.Plus, the state's supplier of blood for hospitals and others issues an emergency call for donations.

What role does Mississippi play in the ongoing conflict along the Gaza Strip? Two members of the Jewish community share their thoughts.Then, the state's largest non-profit supporting pre-k education shares details on what Mississippi students need to succeed.Plus, a new initiative by the Department of Agriculture and Commerce could help prepare Mississippi's farmers for the future.