Politics

Mississippi scientists are studying dolphins to learn more about the effect of the BP oil spill.

Governor Phil Bryant has named Brent Christensen as the new executive Director of the Mississippi Development Authority.

A new crop of laws signed by Governor Phil Bryant aim to improve Mississippi's economy.

Port officials say a plan to widen the Pascagoula shipping channel will make operations more efficient. But some residents are concerned the project may dredge up oil from the BP spill.

An exisiting tax credit could help more Mississippi small business owners provider health insurance.

The Southern Gaming Summit at the Mississippi Gulf Coast Coliseum this week is expected to draw more than 2,000 people. Industry professionals are hoping for a jackpot year.

Mississippi's Secretary of State is calling for disciplinary action against a US Department of Justice employee for negative comments made about the Magnolia State.

An Honor Flight from Gulfport to Washington, D.C. for Mississippi World War II veterans celebrates more than memories – it’s about freedom. Ninety-four veterans found themselves honored at every step of the way.

Students attending Mississippi's public universities will see yet another tuition increase in the Fall.

Mississippi schools could soon be graded the same way their students are.

DeSoto County remembers its fallen police officers, killed in the line of duty, dating back to 1912.

Mississippi's IHL says they're more than $600 million behind in scheduled maintenance.

Payments for BP claims are expected to start rolling in to thousands of Mississippi residents soon, with tentative approval of a $7.8 billion settlement this week. But some who believe they have been affected by the oil spill are not included.

Lawmakers have finished their four month session.

U.S. District Judge Carl Barbier granted preliminary approval Wednesday to a proposed settlement of  $7.8 billion to resolve BP oil spill claims. The settlement covers business owners and fishermen, but casino and oil rig workers are not included.