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Opinion | Russ Latino •

March 22, 2023

Judge hears challenge to Gunasekara’s qualifications for Northern Public Service Commissioner

The residency challenge was first brought before the Republican State Executive Committee by DeSoto County resident Matthew Barton. Neither of Gunasekara’s opponents raised the challenge.

News | Sarah Ulmer •

March 22, 2023

Fate of Mississippi ballot initiative process still unclear

State Senator Polk did not indicate whether the resolution would be brought up prior to Thursday's deadline. At issue remains the required number of signatures.

News | Anne Summerhays •

March 22, 2023

Governor signs bill banning ballot harvesting in Mississippi

New law makes it easy to vote but harder to cheat, Governor Reeves says.

News | Sarah Ulmer •

March 22, 2023

Governor signs proclamation declaring Ag Day in Mississippi

Mississippi joins the nation to recognize March 21 as Agriculture Day in the state.

News | Frank Corder •

March 22, 2023

Wicker ranked among the most effective Republican U.S. Senators

The Center for Effective Lawmaking recently released its rankings from the 117th Congress. See how Mississippi's delegation ranked.

Opinion | Sid Salter •

March 22, 2023

French pension reform protests offer lessons to Americans about Social Security’s future

Kicking the can down the road is not solution. We’re running out of road and running out of cans.

News | Anne Summerhays •

March 21, 2023

Legislature passes Mississippi Fully Autonomous Vehicle Enabling Act of 2023

The legislation would regulate the operation of autonomous vehicles (AVs) on public roads.

News | Sarah Ulmer •

March 21, 2023

Conference weekend looms with a variety of issues up for debate

During conference weekend lawmakers will not only be tasked with setting the state budget for FY2024 but will address legislation pertaining to education, early learning, and the city of Jackson.