mississippi

House lawmakers in Mississippi are debating a bill that would make it illegal for doctors to prescribe medications used to induce abortion, raising concerns about its impact on healthcare providers.

Officials in Clinton and Clarksdale heard resident feedback on proposed data centers during separate meetings. Clinton has already signed a tax agreement, while Clarksdale’s project remains in early talks.

Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves signed legislation Wednesday to allocate up to $5 million for clinical trials studying the psychedelic drug ibogaine, aimed at treating mental health issues including addiction and depression.

A new law in Mississippi allows pregnant women to access Medicaid early, but awareness remains limited among low-income residents, experts say.

Attorneys for former wrestler Ted “Teddy” DiBiase Jr. rested their case Wednesday after calling four witnesses. Jurors will hear instructions, closing arguments and begin deliberations Thursday, court proceedings show.

A three-year pilot program providing public defenders in Mississippi’s rural counties is awaiting legislative approval for continued funding. The program has received praise as a potential model for the nation.

Residents gathered in Clarksdale to discuss a proposed 648-acre data center project that could boost the struggling town’s economy, but concerns remain about environmental and health impacts.

While school choice legislation stalls, bills expanding tax credits for private school donors advance in Mississippi’s Legislature. The measures include provisions for foster care and special-purpose schools.