News

News | Marc Levy, Associated Press •

February 27, 2025

In a reversal, plans for U.S. natural gas power grow

A spike in demand for electricity from tech companies competing in the AI race is upending forecasts for natural gas-fired power as utilities reconsider it as a major new power source.

News | Daniel Tyson •

February 27, 2025

Indigent counsel fees could soon be increased in Mississippi

Lawmakers appear likely to pass legislation that raises attorney's fees for indigent counsel, a first in some 40-plus years.

News | Frank Corder •

February 27, 2025

Speaker White says House, Senate working together on PBM reform

Both chambers have passed legislation aimed at addressing pharmacy benefit managers and prescription drug costs impacting Mississippians.

News | Jeremy Pittari •

February 27, 2025

Bill to allow Jackson casino development dies on House floor

It was the second attempt in consecutive years to allow a casino to be developed in Mississippi's capital city.

News | Andrew Demillo, Associated Press •

February 27, 2025

Mississippi judge vacates her order that a newspaper remove its editorial criticizing local leaders

The city of Clarksdale's board of commissioners on Monday dismissed its lawsuit against the newspaper.

News | Jeremy Pittari •

February 27, 2025

Lawmakers move student financial literacy legislation forward

The bill would require all public school students to demonstrate skills in spending, budgeting and saving.

News | Frank Corder •

February 27, 2025

ICE makes multiple arrests in worksite enforcement operation in Pass Christian

While serving a notice to Gulf Coast Prestress, agents observed a large group of individuals running from the back of the business.

News | Magnolia Tribune •

February 27, 2025

Magnolia Mornings: February 27, 2025

Important state and national stories, market and business news, sports and entertainment, delivered in quick-hit fashion to start your day informed.

News | Frank Corder •

February 26, 2025

Senate passes its legislative redistricting plan, setting up special elections later this year

The Legislature has been mandated to redraw its districts after a federal court ordered additional majority-minority legislative districts in Mississippi.

News | Daniel Tyson •

February 26, 2025

As debate over online sports betting stalls, lawmakers in House propose raising casino taxes

The legislation is directed at the Senate as well as trade associations that have opposed online sports gaming.

News | Frank Corder •

February 26, 2025

Lights, camera, action: Lawmakers look to attract TV productions to Mississippi

Production companies looking for a home could receive tax incentives for their next TV series if Rep. Trey Lamar's bill is signed into law.

News | Daniel Tyson •

February 26, 2025

Calls for responsible kratom regulation mount as lawmakers consider action on the opioid-like drug

Supporters of the substance fear a ban would push kratom into the underground market, eliminating consumer protections and criminalizing people who use it.

News

News | Jeremy Pittari •

May 22, 2026

Bipartisan federal legislation filed to address student loans for those seeking nursing degrees

News | Jeremy Pittari •

May 22, 2026

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

News | Frank Corder •

May 22, 2026

Memorial Day travelers hit with highest prices at the pump in 4 years

Business

Business | Daniel Tyson •

May 20, 2026

International Paper breaks ground on new $225 million facility in central Mississippi

Business | Frank Corder •

May 14, 2026

Azuria Water Solutions breaks ground on new manufacturing facility in Batesville

Business | Frank Corder •

May 12, 2026

M&M Bank’s Legear named chair of Atlanta Fed’s Community Depository Institutions Advisory Council

Culture

Culture | Susan Marquez •

May 22, 2026

Flag flying etiquette is a real thing

Culture | Alistair Begg •

May 22, 2026

A bastion for our souls

Culture | Alistair Begg •

May 21, 2026

Committed and consistent

Opinion

Opinion | Kelley Williams •

May 22, 2026

Hoist on your own petard

Opinion | Sid Salter •

May 20, 2026

Second-generation jurist brings impactful tenure on the federal bench to a close at age 85

Opinion | Mike Ezell •

May 14, 2026

News

In a reversal, plans for U.S. natural gas power grow

Indigent counsel fees could soon be increased in Mississippi

Speaker White says House, Senate working together on PBM reform

Bill to allow Jackson casino development dies on House floor

Mississippi judge vacates her order that a newspaper remove its editorial criticizing local leaders

Lawmakers move student financial literacy legislation forward

ICE makes multiple arrests in worksite enforcement operation in Pass Christian

Magnolia Mornings: February 27, 2025

Senate passes its legislative redistricting plan, setting up special elections later this year

As debate over online sports betting stalls, lawmakers in House propose raising casino taxes

Lights, camera, action: Lawmakers look to attract TV productions to Mississippi

Calls for responsible kratom regulation mount as lawmakers consider action on the opioid-like drug

News

Bipartisan federal legislation filed to address student loans for those seeking nursing degrees

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

Memorial Day travelers hit with highest prices at the pump in 4 years

Business

International Paper breaks ground on new $225 million facility in central Mississippi

Azuria Water Solutions breaks ground on new manufacturing facility in Batesville

M&M Bank’s Legear named chair of Atlanta Fed’s Community Depository Institutions Advisory Council

Culture

Flag flying etiquette is a real thing

A bastion for our souls

Committed and consistent

Opinion

Hoist on your own petard

Second-generation jurist brings impactful tenure on the federal bench to a close at age 85

Supporting law enforcement shouldn’t be political

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