A Southeastern U.S. state facing natural threats, political debates, and social challenges.
A new national helpline, SafeCall, launched in January to support children in crisis, has helped prevent young people from going missing or experiencing exploitation. Meanwhile, West Virginia advances legislation to expand foster care options, and Connecticut considers ending a program that supports at-home care for disabled children. These efforts aim to improve youth welfare and independence.
At SXSW in Austin, Gavin Newsom has asserted that California taxes the middle class less than Texas, while suggesting Florida is the other regressive tax state. Critics dispute the data, noting California’s overall tax burden and living costs. He has also hinted at a 2028 presidential bid should Democrats win back the House.
Ted DiBiase Jr. was found not guilty on 13 charges related to a large public corruption scheme in Mississippi. The case involved allegations of misusing over $3 million in federal welfare funds for personal purchases. The verdict ends a seven-year legal battle, with DiBiase expressing relief and intent to serve the community again.
The US Supreme Court unanimously ruled that Gabriel Olivier can pursue a civil rights lawsuit after being arrested for preaching outside a designated protest zone. The decision clarifies free speech rights and opens the door for future legal challenges against local restrictions.
The U.S. Supreme Court is hearing an appeal in a Mississippi case involving allegations of racial discrimination in jury selection. The case echoes a 2019 ruling that overturned a previous death sentence due to similar bias. The decision could impact future capital cases and jury practices.
Passover begins on April 1, with celebrations taking place worldwide. The holiday commemorates the Israelites' exodus from Egypt but is overshadowed this year by geopolitical tensions, rising antisemitism, and recent attacks on Jewish communities. The observances highlight family and tradition despite these challenges.
Mississippi's state-controlled liquor distribution system has been experiencing significant delays since January, caused by warehouse system failures. Retailers report shortages and declining sales, with the backlog reaching over 172,000 cases. A new warehouse is under construction, but the current issues are disrupting business across the state.
A Hancock Middle School bus driver has recovered after an asthma attack left her unconscious. Sixth- and eighth-grade students on board acted quickly to steer, brake, call for help, and administer medication, averting a potential catastrophe. No injuries were reported; the driver and students have been recognized for their actions.
The Supreme Court has issued a closely watched ruling on Louisiana's district map, delivering a 6-3 decision that preserves some protections under the Voting Rights Act while labeling the map an unconstitutional gerrymander. The ruling signals tensions over how race can be used in redistricting and may influence political maps ahead of upcoming elections.
A string of storms has damaged hundreds of homes across several central and western Mississippi counties, including a severe mobile home park in Lincoln County. Officials say there have been multiple injuries but no reported deaths as crews assess damage and restore power.
A kitten found alive after being trapped in debris by tornadoes in rural Mississippi is being cared for by a disaster-response group; no owners have been identified yet and adoption interest is high. The storms have damaged hundreds of homes and prompted state-wide emergency response.
Stanford's Educational Opportunity Project has found that, in most U.S. districts, reading scores have declined over the past decade, with 83% reporting lower reading results last year. Math has declined in about 70% of districts. The data underscore a long-term trend predating the pandemic and point toward a shift toward phonics-based instruction in some states.
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States are redrawing congressional maps in mid-decade to gain seats ahead of 2028, with courts and high courts shaping which maps can be used this year. Republicans and Democrats alike are racing to secure favorable districts as the 2030 census approaches.
The articles show lawmakers in several states advancing or debating mid‑decade redistricting, with Georgia planning a special session to redraw voting maps for 2028 and New York eyeing constitutional changes; the move is part of a broader partisan effort affecting House seats and local districts, amid ongoing legal and political friction.
A wave of local and state actions is shaping the data-center boom. New rules aim to curb power use, water consumption and cost pressures, while critics warn of overreach and uneven economic impacts.
Rural voters have shown growing discontent as Reuters/Ipsos data reveals a drop inDonald Trump’s approval among rural Americans to 50%, with 48% disapproving. Analysts link the shift to higher fuel and living costs and ongoing global tensions, while independents without a college degree show sharp declines in support. The NBC poll echoes a broader sense of pessimism about the American Dream and public trust in national institutions.