Mississippi Edition

A new report from the State Auditor's office breaks down where he found some agencies are spending too much money for goods and services.Then, a week from today, Mississippians will cast their ballots in several state races as well as the contest for President.Plus, the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals has found the state must make changes to its absentee ballot process. Although that ruling won't affect next week's general election.

A list of felony crimes can keep Mississippians who have committed a crime and served their time from voting. Now a legislative study group is reviewing that law and possible changes.Then, there's a high rate of domestic violence in the state. Families are remembering lost loved ones during this Domestic Violence Awareness Month.Plus, burn bans are in effect in 16 counties. Forecasters say the dry weather conditions may not change soon.

An advocate for parole reform wants to give a group of older incarcerated women a chance outside of prison.Then, in coastal Louisiana, a group of Indigenous people have land returned to them but it's vanishing due to climate change.  Plus, a coastal school district is going green with a new fleet of electric school buses.

What could the future of nuclear energy look like in Mississippi? It's a topic of discussion being investigated by the state's public service commission.Then, it's National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week. Health officials are urging parents to get their children and homes tested.Plus, a new book shines a light on the murder of Emmit Till, and the horrific crime committed in a small barn in rural Mississippi.

Poll workers are being trained on how to safely carry out this November's general election.Then, in coastal Louisiana, sacred land is being returned to a Native American tribe. It’s part of a larger push across the country to reclaim traditional Indigenous lands.Plus, October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. What resources are available in Mississippi to report abuse? That's ahead.

COVID-19 remains a significant health risk but health experts say getting vaccinated is one of the best ways to prevent severe illness.Then, a pill series commonly used to induce abortions and other life-saving pregnancy treatments has been labeled a controlled substance in Louisiana.  Plus, More than 31% of Mississippians have rheumatoid arthritis. A new study finds patients with the condition face significant financial burdens.

The number of women facing criminal charges related to pregnancy is on the rise following the Supreme Court decision that ended the right to an abortion.Then, Early detection is the key to saving lives from breast and cervical cancers. Yet Mississippi has one of the lowest screening rates in the nation.  Plus, the Red Cross of Mississippi is putting out a call for volunteers to help with hurricane recovery.

Mississippi lawmakers are being urged to consider paid maternity leave for the thousands of state employees. Then, there's a push to end forced labor in prisons in the South. Lawyers for prisoners say they're made to do work that is low-paid and often dangerous Also, earthquake drills are happening across the nation today as part of the "Great Shakeout" preparedness campaign.