After Criticism, Brazil Transferring Zika Samples to US
Brazilian officials say they're sending a set of samples related to the Zika outbreak to the United States, a move which follows complaints that the country was hoarding disease data …
Deputies Arrest 3 in Connection with Plot to Kidnap Judge
Authorities have arrested three men accused of conspiring to kidnap a circuit court judge.
Jindal Lawsuit Against Common Core Scrapped by New Governor
Gov. John Bel Edwards announced Thursday that he is ending Louisiana's lawsuit against President Barack Obama's administration over the Common Core education standards.
Florida, Vulnerable to Zika Virus, Gets Ready for Fight
Florida's warm climate, year-round mosquitoes and revolving door of international travelers make it vulnerable to the Zika virus, but local governments here have a history of fighting off outbreaks before …
Drug Exec Takes the Fifth on Capitol Hill, Angers Lawmakers
Infuriating members of Congress, a smirking Martin Shkreli took the Fifth at a Capitol Hill hearing Thursday when asked about his jacking up of drug prices, then promptly went on …
Activist Behind Planned Parenthood Video Offered Probation
An anti-abortion activist's plan to reject a plea deal offering probation for charges related to making undercover Planned Parenthood videos likely means his goal is to use a trial as …
Mississippi Insurance Chief Seeks Tighter Regs of Bail Bonds
Mississippi Insurance Commissioner Mike Chaney said Wednesday that he wants tighter state regulations for bail bond businesses and agents.
Legislature Could Subsidize Hinds County Megasite in Days
Mississippi could be days away from landing a major industrial project, as pieces of the recruitment effort including special utility rates and incentive legislation are moving forward.
Education
'Grow Where You're Planted,' Mississippi Gov Tells Students
Gov. Phil Bryant is imploring high-achieving college students to remain in Mississippi after graduation and build their careers in the state.
Jay Hopson Takes Over Southern Miss' Football Program
Jay Hopson was an assistant coach for Southern Mississippi when the program was the envy of most mid-major schools in the country.
Rep. Holland Back at Capitol Less than 2 Weeks After Surgery
State Rep. Steve Holland is back at the Mississippi Capitol, less than two weeks after having surgery to repair an abdominal hernia.
Person of the Day
Houston Nutt
Some of the allegations regarding the University of Mississippi's football program date back to previous coach Houston Nutt, but others involve current coach Hugh Freeze's tenure.
2 Miss Programs Among 11 Nationwide for Heart Health Grants
Two programs 180 miles apart in Mississippi are among 11 community-based heart health programs nationwide getting grants from a pharmaceutical company foundation.
AP Source: Ole Miss Aware of NCAA Notice of Allegations
Mississippi has been notified by the NCAA of rules violations involving the football, women's basketball and track and field programs.
State
Mississippi Journalist Bert Case Dies After Extended Illness
Bert Case, whose booming voice and aggressive reporting defined television news in Mississippi from its infancy until last year, has died.
