News

News | Frank Corder , Daniel Tyson •

May 4, 2026

After federal judge blocks metro water authority, Governor doesn’t make appointments

"The people of Jackson and the ratepayers of the system deserve better than having to ever go through that mess again," Governor Reeves said of the Jackson water situation.

News | Mark Sherman, Associated Press , Geoff Mulvihill, Associated Press •

May 4, 2026

Supreme Court restores access to abortion pill mifepristone through telehealth, mail and pharmacies

The order signed by Justice Samuel Alito temporarily allows women seeking abortions to obtain the pill at pharmacies or through the mail, without an in-person visit to a doctor.

News | Clara Turnage •

May 4, 2026

Study finds major gaps in dementia care across Mississippi

All counties are underserved in adult day services, Ole Miss researchers find.

News | Frank Corder •

May 4, 2026

Mississippi revenues exceed April estimates by $64.6 million

With two months remaining in the current fiscal year, Mississippi revenues are exceeding legislative estimates by $184.6 million through April.

News | Lisa Mascaro, Associated Press •

May 1, 2026

Trump signs bill funding the Department of Homeland Security, ending record shutdown

The shutdown lasted for more than 70 days as Democrats refused to fund Trump’s immigration enforcement operations without changes.

News | Daniel Tyson •

May 1, 2026

Federal judge temporarily blocks new Metro Jackson Water Authority

“Until this court determines whether to relinquish its authority over the water and sewer system, the status quo must remain undisturbed," Judge Henry Wingate ordered.

News | Magnolia Tribune •

May 1, 2026

Magnolia Mornings: May 1, 2026

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

News | Mary Clare Jalonick, Associated Press •

April 30, 2026

U.S. Senate bans its own members and staff from betting in prediction markets

A resolution passed by voice vote Thursday bans senators and their staff from making bets on upcoming events. It's a change to the Senate’s rules, so it will go into effect immediately.

News | Frank Corder •

April 30, 2026

With Kirby not seeking re-election, Yancey announces run for Senate District 30

State Senator Dean Kirby has served in the Mississippi Senate since 1992. He will not seek a 10th term next year. State Rep. Lee Yancey, a former state senator, will run to succeed Kirby instead of seeking a statewide office.

News | Jeremy Pittari •

April 30, 2026

State Board of Education approves updated internal audit charter

Prior to its approval, concerns were voiced over the revised wording in the current management hierarchy with the State Superintendent and Board of Education.

News | Christopher Rugaber, Associated Press •

April 30, 2026

Key inflation gauge jumps to highest level in 3 years as Iran war spikes gas prices

Compared with a year ago, prices rose 3.5%, the biggest increase in almost three years.

News | Jeremy Pittari •

April 30, 2026

Governor announces $13 million for youth mental health care service expansion

UMMC will use the funds to ensure those affected by the COVID-19 pandemic have access to mental health care, especially in rural areas of Mississippi.

News

News | Munir Ahmed, Associated Press , Michelle L. Price, Associated Press , Russ Bynum, Associated Press •

June 12, 2026

U.S. and Iran have agreed to wording of a deal to end their war, Pakistan’s prime minister says

News | Jeremy Pittari •

June 12, 2026

MDOT planning capacity projects, conducting other road work across the state

News | Magnolia Tribune •

June 12, 2026

Magnolia Mornings: June 12, 2026

Business

Business | Frank Corder •

June 10, 2026

NPL Construction locating fabrication, manufacturing operations in Greenwood

Business | Frank Corder •

June 8, 2026

EVE Energy makes U.S. Dept. of War’s roster of “Chinese military companies”

Business | Daniel Tyson •

May 20, 2026

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

Culture

Culture | Eric Olson, Associated Press •

June 12, 2026

College World Series field once again tilts heavily toward SEC

Culture | Alistair Begg •

June 12, 2026

Comfort for a troubled mind

Culture | Susan Marquez •

June 11, 2026

Let’s scream for ice cream

Opinion

Opinion | Roger Wicker •

June 12, 2026

Wicker: Mississippi leads in national defense

Opinion | Ashby Foote •

June 11, 2026

A Jackson data center: Threat or opportunity?

Opinion | Andy Gipson •

June 10, 2026

News

After federal judge blocks metro water authority, Governor doesn’t make appointments

Supreme Court restores access to abortion pill mifepristone through telehealth, mail and pharmacies

Study finds major gaps in dementia care across Mississippi

Mississippi revenues exceed April estimates by $64.6 million

Trump signs bill funding the Department of Homeland Security, ending record shutdown

Federal judge temporarily blocks new Metro Jackson Water Authority

Magnolia Mornings: May 1, 2026

U.S. Senate bans its own members and staff from betting in prediction markets

With Kirby not seeking re-election, Yancey announces run for Senate District 30

State Board of Education approves updated internal audit charter

Key inflation gauge jumps to highest level in 3 years as Iran war spikes gas prices

Governor announces $13 million for youth mental health care service expansion

News

U.S. and Iran have agreed to wording of a deal to end their war, Pakistan’s prime minister says

MDOT planning capacity projects, conducting other road work across the state

Magnolia Mornings: June 12, 2026

Business

NPL Construction locating fabrication, manufacturing operations in Greenwood

EVE Energy makes U.S. Dept. of War’s roster of “Chinese military companies”

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

Culture

College World Series field once again tilts heavily toward SEC

Comfort for a troubled mind

Let’s scream for ice cream

Opinion

Wicker: Mississippi leads in national defense

A Jackson data center: Threat or opportunity?

Working with the Trump administration to eliminate welfare fraud

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