Elections

Elections | Collin Binkley, Associated Press , Jonathan J. Cooper, Associated Press •

September 3, 2026

Trump promises to campaign for Republicans and says they have a winning midterm message

During a dinner in the Rose Garden, President Trump told vulnerable lawmakers they have a triumphant story to tell voters. He plans to campaign in 35 House and Senate races.

Elections | Cass Rutledge •

August 26, 2026

Johnson, Baucom hope to unseat heavily favored incumbent Kelly in Mississippi’s 1st Congressional District

Trent Kelly, a Republican, has served in Congress since 2015. Democrat nominee Cliff Johnson and Libertarian Johnny Baucom believe voters in North Mississippi want a change this November.

Elections | Lindsay Whitehurst, Associated Press , Nicholas Riccardi, Associated Press •

August 25, 2026

Supreme Court sides with Trump administration on mail voting restrictions ahead of midterms

The U.S. Postal Service laid out its plan for implementing the order last week, but time is running short to impose major changes.

Elections | Frank Corder •

August 21, 2026

Field set for special elections to fill seats in Mississippi House of Representatives

Voters will decide who will fill House District 77 and House District 70 seats in the Mississippi House after the deaths of State Representatives Price Wallace and Bo Brown this summer.

Elections | Frank Corder •

August 21, 2026

Five candidates to vie for Hinds County DA in special election

Former DA Jody Owens pleaded guilty to federal charges this summer prompting the need for a special election to fill the remainder of the term.

Elections | Frank Corder •

August 21, 2026

Cockrell brings a common man approach to his bid to be Mississippi’s next Agriculture Commissioner

"I'm not a preacher, but I'm a Christian. I'm not a bully, but I fight for the people. I'm not a professor, but I can teach something," the first-time statewide candidate said. "I'm just a down-to-earth, common-sense man that wants to help the people and work for Mississippi and earn the paycheck that I get from the people."

Elections | Cass Rutledge •

August 19, 2026

Treadway appointed Circuit Judge for the 21st Circuit Court District

Governor Tate Reeves announced the appointment on Wednesday. He also reopened the qualifying period for the 21st Circuit District, Place 2 seat.

Elections | Frank Corder •

August 19, 2026

First public hearing on Mississippi redistricting draws claims of racism, fascism

The series of public meetings are being held as part of the Legislature’s anticipated effort to redraw legislative, congressional, and judicial districts in the wake of the U.S. Supreme Court ruling in Callais.

Elections | Frank Corder •

August 17, 2026

Tindell believes he’s “uniquely qualified” to be Mississippi’s next Attorney General

The Commissioner of Public Safety has announced a run for Attorney General. He plans to step down from the state agency in the near future and focus solely on running for the office in the 2027 cycle.

Elections | Frank Corder •

August 14, 2026

Federal judge denies injunction sought in DeSoto County over new judicial subdistricts

U.S. District Court Judge Sharion Aycock said the group of DeSoto County residents challenging the new court districts "wholly failed to carry their burden" and "are entitled to no relief at this stage."

Elections | Frank Corder •

August 12, 2026

Scott Colom seeks to distance himself from the new radicals within the Democratic Party

Democratic Socialist-aligned candidates from AOC to Mamdani to Michigan's El-Sayed are seizing momentum within the Democratic Party. Scott Colom’s challenge in Mississippi over the next few months will be distancing himself from the national shift.

Elections | Frank Corder •

August 5, 2026

County level redistricting in wake of Callais unlikely ahead of 2027 elections in Mississippi

Nearly every voting district in Mississippi, from city council to congressional seats, has been drawn under the prior understanding of Section 2.

News

News | Matthew Daly, Associated Press •

September 4, 2026

EPA seeks more public comments as it struggles to devise water rule that limits scope on wetlands

News | Jeremy Pittari •

September 4, 2026

MDA, HUD update covenants for recipients of Hurricane Katrina Homeowner Assistance Program

News | Jeremy Pittari •

September 4, 2026

Mississippi receives approval for WorkFlex waiver, removing barriers to meet employer needs

Business

Business | Frank Corder •

September 3, 2026

Mississippi middle of the pack in State Tax Competitiveness Index

Business | Frank Corder •

September 2, 2026

Gulf Ship investing $44 million to expand Gulfport shipyard

Business | Frank Corder •

August 28, 2026

Ocean Aero creating 45 jobs with $4 million expansion in Gulfport

Culture

Culture | Robert St. John •

September 7, 2026

Passing go

Culture | Alistair Begg •

September 7, 2026

The tapestry of God’s providence

Culture | Marisa Atkinson •

September 4, 2026

College football’s ‘Wild West’ era raises questions for its future

Opinion

Opinion | Mike Chaney •

September 3, 2026

Mississippians deserve more affordable health insurance options

Opinion | Sid Salter •

September 2, 2026

For over 40 years, Mississippi workers have exceeded expectations at Raytheon

Opinion | Ashby Foote •

September 1, 2026

Elections

Trump promises to campaign for Republicans and says they have a winning midterm message

Johnson, Baucom hope to unseat heavily favored incumbent Kelly in Mississippi’s 1st Congressional District

Supreme Court sides with Trump administration on mail voting restrictions ahead of midterms

Field set for special elections to fill seats in Mississippi House of Representatives

Five candidates to vie for Hinds County DA in special election

Cockrell brings a common man approach to his bid to be Mississippi’s next Agriculture Commissioner

Treadway appointed Circuit Judge for the 21st Circuit Court District

First public hearing on Mississippi redistricting draws claims of racism, fascism

Tindell believes he’s “uniquely qualified” to be Mississippi’s next Attorney General

Federal judge denies injunction sought in DeSoto County over new judicial subdistricts

Scott Colom seeks to distance himself from the new radicals within the Democratic Party

County level redistricting in wake of Callais unlikely ahead of 2027 elections in Mississippi

News

EPA seeks more public comments as it struggles to devise water rule that limits scope on wetlands

MDA, HUD update covenants for recipients of Hurricane Katrina Homeowner Assistance Program

Mississippi receives approval for WorkFlex waiver, removing barriers to meet employer needs

Business

Mississippi middle of the pack in State Tax Competitiveness Index

Gulf Ship investing $44 million to expand Gulfport shipyard

Ocean Aero creating 45 jobs with $4 million expansion in Gulfport

Culture

Passing go

The tapestry of God’s providence

College football’s ‘Wild West’ era raises questions for its future

Opinion

Mississippians deserve more affordable health insurance options

For over 40 years, Mississippi workers have exceeded expectations at Raytheon

Energy Wars: Attack of the drones

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