We talk with a lobbyist tasked with advancing pro-LGBTQ legislation in Mississippi. Then, one Gulf Coast scientist argues the Mississippi River needs a national lab.

6/22/2022 - Pride | Mississippi River

Perspectives on the Dobbs decision that reverses the federal right to an abortion. Then, a primer on today's primary run-offs.

6/28/2022 - Abortion | Run-offs

On Friday, the eyes of the world turned to Mississippi. The Supreme Court's decision to uphold Mississippi's 15-week abortion ban, and overturn Roe v. Wade, will transform reproductive healthcare in America. By August, all or almost all abortions will be illegal in more than a dozen states.

6/27/2022 - Abortion | Rep. Steven Palazzo

We hear from Congressional primary candidate Mike Ezell. Then, a battle over shipping and sediment in the Mississippi River.

6/24/2022 - Congressional Candidate Mike Ezell | Neptune Pass

A look inside a COVID vaccine trial at Hattiesburg Clinic. Then, is the Gulf Coast's climate ready for a new fruit?

6/23/2022 - Vaccine Trial | Passionfruit

How to survive the heatwave. Then, why community college enrollment is declining in the state. And, the story behind North Mississippi's Black fife and drum tradition.

6/21/2022 - Heatwave | Community College | Fife & Drum

The story of emancipation in Mississippi. Then, what Pride Month means to the queer community in Jackson.

6/20/2022 - Juneteenth | Pride

We check in on mental healthcare in the state. Then, summer vacation is in full effect. How can kids avoid losing the academic progress they've made this year? And, how best to spend Juneteenth in Mississippi.

6/17/2022 - Mental Healthcare | Learning Loss | Juneteenth

We talk with Republican Congressional candidate Michael Cassidy. Then, a lawsuit alleges a new Mississippi law improperly funnels federal money to private schools. And, how you can keep yourself and others safe during the year's first heatwave.

6/16/2022 - Congressional Candidate Michael Cassidy | School Funding Lawsuit | Heatwave

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