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Green energy jobs could be coming to Mississippi. MPB's Carl Gibson reports.

This week, a 64 year-old from Kiln was sentenced to 7 years in prison over sexual online chat with a perceived 14 year-old. As MPB's Carl Gibson reports, parents are stressing internet safety for Mississippi children.

Schools and businesses across Mississippi will participate in a statewide tornado drill this morning, as part of National Severe Weather Awareness week. MPB's Carl Gibson reports.

A proposed power plant in Kemper County to meet increasing energy demand is raising questions about potential environmental and social impacts on the region. In this report, MPB's Carl Gibson examines both the pros and cons of the project.

Not long after the quake that devastated Haiti in January, the Governor has declared this week to be "Earthquake Preparedness Week." As MPB's Carl Gibson reports, experts are weighing in on the likelihood of a quake in Mississippi, and actions residents can take.