Mississippi News

A federal judge on Monday temporarily blocked the execution of a Mississippi inmate who killed two men during a robbery spree in 1995.

Jury selection began Monday in the federal trial of two men charged with serving as contract killers for a violent drug ring accused of moving cocaine from Mexico into Tennessee and several other states.

Mississippi lawmakers are off to a leisurely start for the 2012 session, to the frustration of many members - especially freshmen who came to Jackson with big ideas to change the world.

Archie Manning got to see one of his sons win a Super Bowl and MVP in a city special... WASHINGTON - Mississippi residents contributed almost $555,000 last year to 2012 presidential candidates, with most of that going to Republicans.

Former Mississippi Governor Haley Barbour was not aware that a man who received a pardon in January had been charged with driving while intoxicated for a fourth time just weeks before Barbour granted the pardon, his spokeswoman said on Sunday.

On May 18, 1923, the people in the small town of Maben, Mississippi, in Oktibbeha County, 18 miles west of Starkville, and Mississippi State University, were paid a surprise visit by a yet unknown young man, who would soon become known just about all over the world.

Reservist Jeff Brantley makes a pencil etching of Marvin G. Shields' name on the Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall that was displayed in Bartlett last year.

The origins of blues is not unlike the origins of life. For many years it was recorded only by memory, and relayed only live, and in person.

Alcorn State University officials say they have started a program that will provide a handful of high-quality cattle for sale annually for years to come.

Blueprint Mississippi research shows our state is well positioned as a real competitor when it comes to economic development and has many resources that put us in a place of great opportunity.

People who receive public assistance would be subject to random testing for drugs or nicotine and would have to perform community service under new requirements being considered by Mississippi lawmakers.

The University of Mississippi is taking steps to fight the illegal downloading of music and movies.

Mississippi Insurance Commissioner Mike Chaney said he is working with legislators on a bill that would require insurers to offer discounts to homeowners who have strengthened homes against wind damage.

Former Mississippi Gov. Haley Barbour and parole officials say they didn't know a man was charged with DUI after a fatal wreck that happened between the time his pardon application was investigated and when Barbour granted it.

Col. John Rhodes, commander of the Mississippi Army National Guard's 155th Brigade Combat Team, presents the Bronze Eagle award to Missions pastor Philip Slusher at a ceremony held at Temple Baptist Church on Jan.

One bill would require people on public assistance to do 20 hours a week of community service.

Beverly Norris, of Columbus, and the Columbus Arts Council, will receive the Mississippi Humanities Council's Partner Award for excellence in special programming during the 'New Harmonies' Smithsonian Institution exhibit.

After a life of service to her community, state and church, Coast resident Lucimarian Roberts will celebrate her birthday in a big way.

The elementary department at Mount Olive Attendance Center is going green by recycling aluminum cans, old cell phones/computers, and ink cartridges.

"It also saves money for the government is also a rehabilitating opportunity for inmates -- especially if they're learning a skill that can be used once they finish their term," said Forest Thigpen, of the Mississippi Center for Public Policy.