#mississippi-news

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Supreme Court nominee Ketanji Brown Jackson is expected to be confirmed.  Democrats can do that on their own as long as all 50 members support her and are present to vote.  The Judiciary panel is scheduled to vote on Jackson’s … Continued

A bill that would have restored the ballot initiative process in the state of Mississippi has died in conference. Although it would not have allowed for an amendment to the State Constitution, House Concurrent Resolution 39 would have allowed the people … Continued

Efforts to protect pre-existing laws surrounding private property taken by eminent domain have continued in the legislature this week with the unanimous passing of House Bill 1769 in the Mississippi Senate. Details included in the bill would codify Article 3, … Continued

The call for justice against lynching in the U.S. has been heard as President Joe Biden is anticipated to sign the Emmett Till Antilynching Act (H.R. 55) on Tuesday afternoon. Lynching will now be labeled as a federal hate crime … Continued

Animal activists rejoice as Buddy’s Law may be revived as an amendment to House Bill 1065 after its death earlier this month. Buddy’s Law, which originally required that a child who injures a dog or cat be subjected to a psychological … Continued

Mississippi State finished its 2021 season with two disappointing losses, and that hangover is still carrying over when it comes to predictions for 2022. Brian Hadad and Robbie Faulk try to put aside the feelings and look at facts, as … Continued

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This past weekend, the legislature came to terms on the state’s largest-ever tax cut, which is now on its way to the desk of Governor Tate Reeves. In order to give Mississippians an idea of what they will save under … Continued

Another round of severe weather is expected Wednesday afternoon and evening.  The National Weather Service in Jackson says damaging winds of up to 70 mph and tornadoes are the primary concern.  The biggest risk is for residents in central Mississippi. … Continued