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On Thursday, U.S. Senator Roger Wicker (R-Miss.) addressed the Organization on Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) Parliamentary Assembly as Russian attacks continue in Ukraine. Wicker, who serves on the U.S. Helsinki Commission, referred to Russian President Vladimir Putin as … Continued

President Joe Biden is set to deliver his remarks on Russia’s “unprovoked and unjustified” attack on Ukraine at 12:30 p.m. CT. “This morning, I met with my G7 counterparts to discuss President Putin’s unjustified attack on Ukraine and we agreed … Continued

At least 12 state corrections officers are under investigation regarding the escape of Michael “Pretty Boy Floyd” Wilson from the Central Mississippi Correctional Facility (CMCF) in Rankin County on February 12. The officers in question have not been reported to … Continued

The Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) has confirmed 541 new cases of COVID-19. Thursday’s report brings the state’s total number of cases to 788,479. With the confirmation of 30 additional deaths, 11,984 Mississippians have passed away from the virus. … Continued

Novelist and philanthropist, MacKenzie Scott, has recently donated $50 million to 4-H, making it the largest single donation received in the organization’s 120-year history. 4-H is the largest out-of-school program for youth that teaches animal science, home economics, natural resources, … Continued

With the Kremlin’s recent invasion of Ukraine, members from the U.S. Helsinki Commission have released the following statement: “We are outraged that Russia’s Vladimir Putin has chosen to dramatically escalate his war against Ukraine.  These are not the actions of … Continued

Another wet day for Mississippi, according to the National Weather Service. Northern Mississippi– Not as cool with a chance of showers in the morning, more likely in the afternoon.  Highs will be in the lower 60s.  More rain and possibly … Continued

In a must win game for Mississippi State, the Bulldogs look disengaged from the opening tip, and saw their NCAA tournament bubble burst in Columbia, South Carolina to the tune of a 66-56 loss to the Gamecocks. Brian Hadad and … Continued

On the day of the deadline for floor action on revenue bills in the originating chamber, the Mississippi Senate has passed its version of a tax reform bill with a vote of 40-11. SB 3164, authored by Senator Josh Harkins, would … Continued