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Jeremy Pittari
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February 6, 2026
House passes two medical cannabis-related bills onto Senate
One measure would extend the validity of medical cannabis cards while another would create the "Right to Try Medical Cannabis Act."
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Ali Swenson, Associated Press
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February 6, 2026
Trump administration launches TrumpRx website for discounted drugs
The website is set up as a facilitator, pointing Americans to drugmakers’ direct-to-consumer websites, where they can make purchases. It also provides coupons to use at pharmacies.
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Paul Wiseman, Associated Press
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February 5, 2026
U.S. job openings fall to 6.5 million, fewest since 2020, as labor market remains sluggish
The number of people quitting their jobs — which shows confidence in their prospects — was basically unchanged at 3.2 million.
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Frank Corder
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February 4, 2026
Governor Reeves rips Hosemann, DeBar as being Democrat-aligned, opposed to conservatives
"I’ve never been more disappointed in elected officials than I am this morning," Reeves said of the Lt. Governor and Senate Education Chairman. He added that the Senate Education Committee is "where Conservative priorities go to Die. And where the Democrat philosophy still dominates."
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Jeremy Pittari
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February 3, 2026
Mississippi Democrats celebrate Republican senators’ decision to kill Trump-backed school choice plan
“Instead of engaging in meaningful work to build on Mississippi’s education gains, the Senate has chosen the route to shut down any productive pathway to put students before systems,” Speaker White said.
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Jeremy Pittari
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February 3, 2026
Senate Education Committee sends student felony arrest bill to floor
Supporters of the measure say the bill is needed to ensure school staff are aware of violent offenses as they attempt to keep campuses safe.
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Jeremy Pittari
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February 2, 2026
Bills focused on student mental health head to House floor
The measures would provide 24/7 mental telehealth access, ensure educators are able to identify potential threats, and educate children on how to avoid online predators.
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Jeremy Pittari
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January 30, 2026
All elected school board bill moves forward in Mississippi House
An adopted amendment to the bill added the ability for the public to remove members through a recall vote.
Issues
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Jeremy Pittari
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January 29, 2026
Senate college committee moves bills forward focused on financial literacy, scholarship programs
One state funded scholarship program focuses on traditional students, while the second is geared toward older, returning students.
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Christopher Rugaber, Associated Press
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January 28, 2026
Federal Reserve keeps interest rates unchanged even as Trump continues to insist they be lowered
With the economy growing at a healthy pace and no signs of deterioration in hiring, Fed officials likely see little reason to rush any further rate cuts.
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Jeremy Pittari
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January 27, 2026
House committee backs bill that may lead to more conditions added to medical cannabis list
The committee also passed a bill that could expedite the release of a deceased loved one from a hospital.
Issues
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Jeremy Pittari
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January 26, 2026
Senate Education Committee sets sights on increasing math skills, financial literacy
The committee also passed measures to explore future school district consolidations, restrict the use of cellphones in schools, and have civics taught in the classroom, among other bills.
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Jeremy Pittari
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March 11, 2026
Senate counters House $5,000 teacher pay raise with $2,000 increases over 3 years
News
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Jeremy Pittari
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March 11, 2026
Persons convicted of a sex crime against a child could face the death penalty under House proposal
News
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Daniel Tyson
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March 11, 2026
Senate Tourism chair isn’t giving up on creating a standalone Dept. of Tourism just yet
Business
Business
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Frank Corder
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March 11, 2026
GE Aerospace investing another $18 million in Batesville site
Business
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Frank Corder
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March 5, 2026
Mississippi lawmakers send worker freedom legislation to Governor
Business
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Frank Corder
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March 3, 2026
General Atomics expanding in Shannon
Culture
Culture
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Susan Marquez
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March 11, 2026
Magnolia State culture bearer: Kelle Barfield
Culture
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Alistair Begg
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March 11, 2026
Battling Bitterness
Culture
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Meredith Biesinger
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March 10, 2026
A hidden note in Tremont: Discovering the Tammy Wynette Legacy Center
Opinion
Opinion
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Sid Salter
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March 11, 2026
Fred Smith’s legacy is one of civility, curiosity, and a world-class love of books
Opinion
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Russ Latino
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March 9, 2026
Hyde-Smith, Adlakha Republican Primary for U.S. Senate could impact general election
Opinion
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Roger Wicker
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March 6, 2026
President’s choice to strike Iran is profound, deliberate, and correct
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