The EPA vetoes-- again-- a project to install pumps in an oft-flooded region of the Mississippi Delta.Then, what the expiration of Governor Reeves' COVID-19 State of Emergency means for telemedicine.And, infrastructure in the Gulf South is making people sick. National leaders promise change.

11/19/2021 - Yazoo Pumps | Telemedicine | EPA

A turning point for the family of Emmett Till. Then, healthcare leaders in the state eye COVID relief. And, how Jackson hopes to spend its chunk of millions in infrastructure cash.

12/8/2021 - Emmett Till | COVID-19 Relief | Jackson Water

What new federal infrastructure funding could mean for water systems in Mississippi. Then, families of homicide victims remember their loved ones in Jackson. And, a quest to save a spelling bee.

12/7/2021 - Infrastructure Funding | Crime | Spelling Bee

A visit to the state's lone abortion clinic.And, what Mississippians need to know about the Omicron variant of COVID-19.

12/6/2021 - Abortion | Omicron Variant | Medicare

The future of abortion in the state.Then, a look at HIV in Mississippi.And, a beloved holiday tradition kicks off tonight in Jackson.

12/3/2021 - Abortion | HIV | Singing Christmas Tree

The Supreme Court hears the case for and against Mississippi's 15-week abortion ban. Activists reflect on the long battle over reproductive care that's led to this point, and look forward into an uncertain future.

12/2/2021 - Abortion

Mississippi's 15-week abortion ban faces the Supreme Court.And, we talk Yazoo pumps and Parchman with Representative Bennie Thompson.

11/30/2021 - Abortion | Rep. Bennie Thompson

The January 6th Select Committee is seeking out new testimony through another round of Congressional subpoenas.&nbsp;Chairman and Mississippi Representative Bennie Thompson shares an update on that and more.&nbsp;&nbsp;Then, how the Build Back Better bill could change healthcare coverage in the state. Plus, Mississippi's Christmas tree farmers prepare for the season.

11/29/2021 - Rep. Bennie Thompson | Build Back Better | Christmas Trees

A new regional report examines teacher compensation. We talk to the group behind it on how Mississippi’s teachers stack up.Then, a senate committee explores broadband expansion.And a word from the state fire Marshall on heating safety.

11/23/21 - Teacher Compensation | Broadband Expansion | Fire Safety

Remembering those who have died because of gender violence.Then, a small Delta town receives a prestigious health prize.And, state Senator John Polk talks COVID relief allocation.

11/22/21 - Transgender Day of Remembrance | Culture of Health | COVID Relief Funds

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