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Senate proposals to invest more than $1 billion into Mississippi’s public pension system are back after earlier rejection by the House. The plan aims to bolster the underfunded system covering about 350,000 public employees.

University of Mississippi Medical Center’s revenue fell significantly in February following a cyberattack that led to the cancellation of elective procedures. Hospital leaders anticipate financial recovery as delayed charges are processed and surgeries are rescheduled.

Latasha Lattimore had 15 points as Mississippi defeated Gonzaga 81-66 in the first round and will face the winner of Minnesota and Green Bay on Sunday, The Associated Press reported.

The Supreme Court unanimously ruled that Gabriel Olivier can seek an injunction against a Brandon, Mississippi, ordinance that barred him from demonstrating near an amphitheater, Justice Elena Kagan wrote.

Jurors in Mississippi cleared Ted DiBiase Jr. of all charges related to the misuse of nearly $3 million in federal funds intended for anti-poverty programs, after a four-hour deliberation.

Mississippi’s Medicaid agency seeks a significant budget increase after federal pandemic relief funds run out, sparking debate among lawmakers amid declining enrollment and rising costs.

A University of Mississippi professor argues that public meetings often let residents speak but not influence decisions, and calls for new engagement practices to make listening meaningful.

After a 19-day trial, jurors are set to determine whether Ted DiBiase Jr.’s alleged misuse of federal welfare funds amounted to a crime, amid a sprawling Mississippi scandal.

Steve Knight, the winningest college basketball coach in Mississippi history, announced his retirement after a successful 44-year tenure at William Carey University.

Mukta Joshi of Mississippi Today is asking the public for help investigating the Adams County Correctional Center in Natchez, which she says is a privately run ICE detention facility that houses more than 2,000 detainees.