Bennie Thompson Defeats Young Challenger in Mississippi Primary

The victory by Mr. Thompson, the state’s longest-serving Black Democrat, offers a counterpoint to the broader push nationwide for younger leadership in Congress.

AP decision notes: What to expect in Mississippi's state primaries

Mississippi voters will choose nominees for Congress in a state primary Tuesday. The state’s junior Republican U.S. senator and the entire U.S. House delegation are up for reelection, and all but one have drawn multiple challengers from one or both major political parties hoping to replace them.

Why Shawn Jones has faith in Mississippi State coach Chris Jans after 13-19 season

Mississippi State guard Shawn Jones said Chris Jans has made him a better human and a better winner. He has faith in Jans to course correct in 2026-27

Tornado watch issued for Southeast Louisiana, Mississippi; Several tornado warnings have expired

Four million people across the Gulf South are covered by a tornado watch issued by the National Weather Service, which expires at 2 a.m. Thursday.

Mississippi regulators greenlight xAI’s Southaven power plant despite strong public opposition

Here’s what Southaven’s residents think about the state greenlighting an xAI power plant expansion in their community
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Dallas Cowboys expected to sign former Mississippi State LB

Former Mississippi State linebacker Tyrus Wheat is expected to sign a deal with the Dallas Cowboys, according to a report from CBS Sports’ Matt Zenitz.