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Issues  |  Christopher Rugaber, Associated Press  • 
May 28, 2026

Key inflation gauge worsens as Americans’ income and spending power erodes

Inflation jumped to 3.8% in April compared with a year ago, the Commerce Department said Thursday, up from 3.5% in March and the highest since May 2023.
Issues  |  Jeremy Pittari  • 
May 22, 2026

Nearly 76% of third graders pass literacy assessment on first try, down from prior year

In other business, the State Board of Education was told that the Mississippi Department of Education is working with districts regarding the expiring hold harmless period under the new funding formula. They are also seeking clarification on the additional pay raise for special education teachers.