Reeves grants Maurice Taylor clemency, citing illegal 2015 sentence
JACKSON, Miss. — Gov. Tate Reeves has issued Executive Order 1591, granting executive clemency to Maurice Taylor after determining that
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Mississippi Lottery offers first-ever $30 scratch-off game and massive cash promotion
JACKSON, Miss. – The Mississippi Lottery is kicking off the new year with a historic expansion of its gaming portfolio.
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McLendon releases legislative agenda for session
The package includes more than a dozen major proposals that McLendon says reflect concerns he hears “every day from families, parents, educators, and first responders.”
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Mississippi Highway Patrol announces New Year’s holiday travel enforcement plans
The agency says its increased presence is intended to reduce crashes and encourage responsible driving.
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2025 marks historic year for MDOT
MDOT officials say Mississippians can expect even more improvements to the state’s transportation system in 2026.
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Mississippi secures $206 million federal boost for rural healthcare
The ultimate goal of the funding is to ensure that within the next six years, every rural Mississippian has reliable access to both in-person and virtual health services.
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State Democrats announce qualified candidates for 2026 federal primary elections
The announcement follows the Dec. 26 qualifying deadline, setting the stage for the March 10, 2026, primary.
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MHP reports two fatalities during 2025 Christmas travel period
The 2025 enforcement period showed a slight uptick in dangerous driving behaviors despite fewer fatalities than in 2024.
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MDOT urges driver vigilance as pedestrian fatalities rise nationally
MDOT is encouraging pedestrians to wear bright, reflective clothing to ensure they are visible to motorists in low-light conditions.
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Mississippi ranked second most dangerous state for New Year’s driving
The report highlights a grim trend for the region, noting that eight of the 10 most dangerous states for holiday travel are located in the South.
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