The Latest Breaking News from Mississippi

Both of the candidates running in the April 2, 2024, Republican primary runoff for Mississippi’s 2nd Congressional District — Ronald Eller (R) and Andrew S. Smith (R) — completed Ballotpedia’s Candidate Connection survey. These survey responses allow voters to hear directly from candidates about what motivates them to run for office.

Federal judge sentences former Mississippi law enforcement officers for torturing Black men in a home invasion. Victims call for accountability and file ci...

Former Mississippi officer sentenced to 40 years for racially motivated torture. Victims face their tormentors in emotional sentencing hearing.

The Mississippi House of Representatives passed H.B. 1725 on February 28, 2024, which would expand Medicaid eligibility for people who earn up to 138% of the federal poverty level and meet work requirements.

Former Mississippi officers involved in torturing Black men sentenced to over 27 years in prison. Victims seek justice in historic moment against police br...

Former Mississippi law enforcement officers plead guilty to torturing two Black men, facing prison terms for racially motivated abuse.

Former Mississippi officer sentenced to 40 years for torturing Black men with 'Goon Squad'. Victims recount horrors in court.

Former Mississippi law enforcement officers sentenced for torture and abuse of Black men, highlighting the need for police accountability and reform in add...

Two more white ex-deputies were given significant yearslong prison sentences for their role in the 2023 racist torture of Michael Corey Jenkins and Eddie Parker during a no-warrant house raid.

Former Mississippi officer sentenced to prison for torturing Black men. Case highlights civil rights violations and the need for justice in law enforcement.

A federal appeals court put a controversial Texas immigration law on hold hours after the Supreme Court allowed it to take effect. Six former Mississippi officers are sentenced for torturing two men.