Mississippi News

EPA States Racial Bias Did Not Influence Mississippi’s Water Funding Decisions for Capital City

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has concluded its investigation into allegations of racial discrimination in water system funding for…

10 months ago

Congressman Accused of Knocking Cellphone from Activist’s Hand During Discussion on Israel-Hamas Conflict

In a shocking incident captured on video, U.S. Congressman Mike Ezell from Mississippi was seen knocking a cellphone out of…

10 months ago

PJ Morton, a native of New Orleans, makes a triumphant return to Jazz Fest with fresh music

Grammy Award-winning artist PJ Morton is set to make a triumphant return to his hometown of New Orleans with a…

10 months ago

Congressman Commends Heckling of War Protesters, Including Individual Who Made Racist Gestures at Black Woman

The Israel-Hamas war demonstrations at the University of Mississippi took a disturbing turn this week when a counter-protester engaged in…

10 months ago

Mississippi Lawmakers to Vote on Medicaid Expansion Plan Including Work Requirement

Mississippi lawmakers are gearing up for a crucial vote this week on a proposal to expand Medicaid coverage to tens…

11 months ago

Advocates Advocate for Full Medicaid Expansion as Mississippi Legislators Begin Negotiations

Advocates Rally for Full Medicaid Expansion in Mississippi A coalition of advocates gathered at the Mississippi Capitol on Tuesday to…

11 months ago

Georgia Power’s Plan for New Generating Capacity Approved by Utility Regulators

Georgia Power Co. has received approval from the Georgia Public Service Commission to expand its electrical generation capacity, despite concerns…

11 months ago