December 2011 Archive

The U.S. Justice Department is ordering the Mississippi mental health system to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

With the new year upon us, some mental health experts advise making reasonable resolutions. Even so, it’s human instinct to want to make a fresh start with big resolutions. 

The Mississippi legislature faces big changes and pressing issues.

After one year in office, Republican Congressman Steven Palazzo has his first challenger, Hattiesburg Tea Party leader Ron Vincent.

Anti drinking and driving advocates are urging Mississippians who ring in the new year with a few drinks to be smart when getting home. One service is even giving out free rides.

 A Gulf Coast community is the newest addition to the line-up of alternative energy in Mississippi, with a wind turbine installed to power outdoor lights and the trash compactor.

Early childhood education officials are consolidating efforts. They hope the move will mean less children will be dropped from programs due to budget cuts.

While some national experts say the economy is starting to recover, it’s hard to convince the crowds of hungry people pouring in to Mississippi soup kitchens.

New Years is right around the corner and with that, come the resolutions. Hear how fitness experts say getting back into shape might not be as hard as you think.

State lawmakers could call on Washington to clear the way for online sale tax collection.

The busy holiday season is the time blood donations are needed most in Mississippi. It's one gift that can save three lives.

Not all Christmas waste is trash.

The joint legislative budget committee recommended giving education the same amount of money as last year.  But, stakeholders are saying hold on! Equal funding may not translate to equal, or even adequate, instruction for all public school kids.

The Jackson Police Department is adding more than 30 new officers. Can this help lower the crime rate in the Capitol City?

Some fishermen along the Mississippi Gulf Coast say new offshore drilling could further muddy the waters where they earn their living.