Economy

Economy | Christopher Rugaber, Associated Press •

September 16, 2026

Federal Reserve hikes key rate for first time in 3 years, defying Trump demands for a cut

The quarter-point increase lifts the Fed’s key rate to about 3.9% and, over time, could result in higher borrowing costs for mortgages, auto loans, and credit cards.

Economy | Anne D'Innocenzio, Associated Press •

September 16, 2026

Retail sales rise a better-than-expected 1.2% in August after shoppers pulled back spending in July

Consumers may be griping about higher prices at the pump and elsewhere, but they keep spending, helping to power the economy, according to the latest government snapshot.

Economy | Christopher Rugaber, Associated Press •

September 15, 2026

Federal Reserve is expected to raise its benchmark rate, defying Trump’s demands

The Federal Reserve is widely expected to lift its short-term interest rate for the first time in three years to fight stubbornly high inflation.

Economy | Christopher Rugaber, Associated Press •

September 11, 2026

U.S. inflation picked up as gas prices marched higher due to conflict in the Middle East

The Labor Department said Friday that the consumer price index rose 3.4% last month compared with a year ago, the same as in July. But on a monthly basis, inflation accelerated, as costs jumped 0.4% from July to August, up from an increase of just 0.1% the previous month.

Economy | Christopher Rugaber, Associated Press •

September 10, 2026

U.S. wholesale prices rise in latest sign of stubborn inflation as oil prices continue to climb

Inflation has shown some signs of easing in recent months but is still high, frustrating consumers who are struggling with more expensive gas, groceries, clothing and other essentials.

Economy | Paul Wiseman, Associated Press •

September 4, 2026

U.S. job market rebounds as employers add 162,000 jobs; the unemployment rate stayed at 4.1%

Employers have been reluctant to let go of the staff they have, so most Americans enjoy unusual job security and unemployment is low.

Economy | Christopher Rugaber, Associated Press •

August 28, 2026

Fed Chair Warsh signals rate hikes may be needed with inflation still elevated

Warsh says inflation is still too high and suggested the central bank may have to raise interest rates in the coming months to bring it down, a clearer signal than he has sent before about his economic outlook.

Economy | Paul Wiseman, Associated Press •

August 26, 2026

U.S. economy expanded at sluggish 1.5% pace in second quarter, on par with earlier estimate

The Commerce Department reported Wednesday that growth in gross domestic product — the nation’s output of a goods and services — decelerated from a 2.1% pace from January through March.

Economy | Christopher Rugaber, Associated Press •

August 13, 2026

Wholesale price inflation slowed last month as gas, food costs fall

The Labor Department’s producer price index — which captures inflation before it reaches consumers — rose 4.7% in July from a year ago, down from a much larger 5.5% increase in June.

Economy | Christopher Rugaber, Associated Press •

August 12, 2026

Inflation slows but prices remain elevated as Iran war and spending on AI push up prices

U.S. inflation slowed last month and a measure of underlying price pressures also cooled, suggesting higher oil and gas prices from the Iran war are only having a limited impact on broader costs in the economy.

Economy | Paul Wiseman, Associated Press •

August 7, 2026

U.S. employers unexpectedly cut 23,000 jobs amid strain from the Iran war, unemployment dips to 4.1%

The June jobs numbers from the Labor Department Friday marked a sharp reversal for the American labor market.

Economy | Paul Wiseman, Associated Press •

July 30, 2026

U.S. economy grows at a sluggish 1.5% in second-quarter with inflation remaining stubbornly high

Consumer spending — which accounts for about 70% of U.S. economic activity — increased at a 3.2% annual clip.

News

News | Frank Corder •

October 30, 2026

Jackson receiving $100 million grant from the Trump administration’s Dept. of Justice to support public safety

News | Jeremy Pittari •

October 30, 2026

As fall sets in, MDOT advises motorists to be on the lookout for deer crossing roadways

News | Frank Corder •

October 30, 2026

Special elections to be held Tuesday in Mississippi House Districts 70 and 77

Business

Business | Meredith Biesinger •

October 22, 2026

New Albany’s claim to cake fame: Sugaree’s Bakery

Business | Frank Corder •

October 20, 2026

Fairbanks Morse Defense doubling manufacturing capacity at its Pascagoula facility

Business | Cass Rutledge •

October 20, 2026

Lumber manufacturer investing $8.3 million in Macon expansion

Culture

Culture | Jim Vertuno, Associated Press •

October 30, 2026

Manning and No. 11 Texas want to keep momentum going against a Mississippi State team missing Taylor

Culture | Susan Marquez •

October 30, 2026

What’s happening in the Magnolia State this November?

Culture | Alistair Begg •

October 30, 2026

Divine enthusiasm

Opinion

Opinion | Roger Wicker •

October 30, 2026

Honoring Mississippi’s role in American history

Opinion | Sid Salter •

October 28, 2026

‘Hail, Dear Old’ State!’ meant something quite special to the late Dr. Richard E. Holmes

Opinion | Laurie Todd-Smith •

October 27, 2026

Economy

Federal Reserve hikes key rate for first time in 3 years, defying Trump demands for a cut

Retail sales rise a better-than-expected 1.2% in August after shoppers pulled back spending in July

Federal Reserve is expected to raise its benchmark rate, defying Trump’s demands

U.S. inflation picked up as gas prices marched higher due to conflict in the Middle East

U.S. wholesale prices rise in latest sign of stubborn inflation as oil prices continue to climb

U.S. job market rebounds as employers add 162,000 jobs; the unemployment rate stayed at 4.1%

Fed Chair Warsh signals rate hikes may be needed with inflation still elevated

U.S. economy expanded at sluggish 1.5% pace in second quarter, on par with earlier estimate

Wholesale price inflation slowed last month as gas, food costs fall

Inflation slows but prices remain elevated as Iran war and spending on AI push up prices

U.S. employers unexpectedly cut 23,000 jobs amid strain from the Iran war, unemployment dips to 4.1%

U.S. economy grows at a sluggish 1.5% in second-quarter with inflation remaining stubbornly high

News

Jackson receiving $100 million grant from the Trump administration’s Dept. of Justice to support public safety

As fall sets in, MDOT advises motorists to be on the lookout for deer crossing roadways

Special elections to be held Tuesday in Mississippi House Districts 70 and 77

Business

New Albany’s claim to cake fame: Sugaree’s Bakery

Fairbanks Morse Defense doubling manufacturing capacity at its Pascagoula facility

Lumber manufacturer investing $8.3 million in Macon expansion

Culture

Manning and No. 11 Texas want to keep momentum going against a Mississippi State team missing Taylor

What’s happening in the Magnolia State this November?

Divine enthusiasm

Opinion

Honoring Mississippi’s role in American history

‘Hail, Dear Old’ State!’ meant something quite special to the late Dr. Richard E. Holmes

It was hard work. That is exactly why it is a miracle

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