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There’s a nationwide push for more nuclear power, driven by an AI data center boom, but plants require huge investments and raise safety and environmental concerns.
Mississippi lawmakers are pushing for the state to incentivize nuclear energy production, as increasing such production becomes a surprisingly bipartisan issue nationwide
Over the past fifteen years, Democratic and Republican presidents have pushed to increase the U.S.’s nuclear capacity by keeping existing plants operating and investing in new ones.
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1 month 3 weeks ago
There’s a nationwide push for more nuclear power, driven by an AI data center boom, but plants require huge investments and raise safety and environmental concerns.
Mississippi lawmakers are pushing for the state to incentivize nuclear energy production, as increasing such production becomes a surprisingly bipartisan issue nationwide
Over the past fifteen years, Democratic and Republican presidents have pushed to increase the U.S.’s nuclear capacity by keeping existing plants operating and investing in new ones.
By Katherine Lin - Mississippi Today on
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State Sen. Jeremy England, R-Vancleave, speaks to reporters at a press conference with Republican Secretary of State Michael Watson at the Mississippi State Capitol on Jan. 21, 2026, about strengthening Mississippi's campaign finance laws. Credit: Katherine Lin/Mississippi Today
A Senate committee approved legislation to reform Mississippi’s notoriously lax campaign finance laws, while a House committee made clear it has no intentions of even considering it.
By Taylor Vance - Mississippi Today on
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State Sen. Jeremy England, R-Vancleave, speaks to reporters at a press conference with Republican Secretary of State Michael Watson at the Mississippi State Capitol on Jan. 21, 2026, about strengthening Mississippi's campaign finance laws. Credit: Katherine Lin/Mississippi Today
A Senate committee approved legislation to reform Mississippi’s notoriously lax campaign finance laws, while a House committee made clear it has no intentions of even considering it.
By Taylor Vance - Mississippi Today on
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Koltan Devon Sullivan, passed away on January 27, 2026. Born on August 25, 1963. He was the son of Carey Sullivan and Ruby Joyce Dollar Sullivan.
The loss of Koltan Devon Sullivan is deeply felt by his family and friends, whom he so dearly loved. His memory will be treasured by those who had the privilege of knowing him. Koltan's journey through life was marked by an unwavering commitment to his family, his work, and his love for animals.
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Lt. Governor Hosemann outraised the potential gubernatorial field last year, pulling in nearly $1.7 million with AG Fitch not far behind. However, Auditor White leads the pack in cash on hand with over $3.8 million.
This time next year, all eyes will be on who is running for what state office in Mississippi.
Campaign finance reports filed last week, and the related messaging from current officeholders, give voters a glimpse into who will be jockeying for higher office.
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A vote against a Democrat-backed amendment on a resolution that was ruled procedurally defective in the Senate Rules Committee has drawn scrutiny from the Mississippi Senator’s challengers.
Opponents of Mississippi U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R) are attempting to use a committee vote on a proposed amendment that was ruled to be not germane to the measure at hand as fodder on the campaign trail.
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George and Mary Robinson sit on the porch of their home as they talk about how they have been surviving after last weekend's winter storm Thursday, Jan. 29, 2026, in Tchula. Credit: Eric Shelton/Mississippi Today
Some Holmes County residents have lived for days without power and water. Some have slept in cars for warmth. Some have missed hot meals.
It was the fourth day after the ice storm that Loleeta Cobbins had purchased a $2 package of hot dogs to feed to her kids. It was the fourth morning she woke up in her car beside her mother after tucking her five children into blankets in a closet — the warmest part of their cold apartment. It was when she started to dilute her newborn’s baby formula.
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Below is a political opinion column by Bobby Harrison:
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There’s a nationwide push for more nuclear power, driven by an AI data center boom, but plants require huge investments and raise safety and environmental concerns.
Mississippi lawmakers are pushing for the state to incentivize nuclear energy production, as increasing such production becomes a surprisingly bipartisan issue nationwide
Over the past fifteen years, Democratic and Republican presidents have pushed to increase the U.S.’s nuclear capacity by keeping existing plants operating and investing in new ones.
By Katherine Lin - Mississippi Today on
1 month 3 weeks ago
State Sen. Jeremy England, R-Vancleave, speaks to reporters at a press conference with Republican Secretary of State Michael Watson at the Mississippi State Capitol on Jan. 21, 2026, about strengthening Mississippi's campaign finance laws. Credit: Katherine Lin/Mississippi Today
A Senate committee approved legislation to reform Mississippi’s notoriously lax campaign finance laws, while a House committee made clear it has no intentions of even considering it.
By Taylor Vance - Mississippi Today on
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Mississippi lawmakers face the first major killing deadline of the 2026 legislative session on Tuesday, the deadline for House and Senate committees to pass measures originating in their own chamber.
By Geoff Pender - Mississippi Today on
1 month 3 weeks ago
Mississippi lawmakers face the first major killing deadline of the 2026 legislative session on Tuesday, the deadline for House and Senate committees to pass measures originating in their own chamber.
By Geoff Pender - Mississippi Today on
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Annual campaign finance reports show potential top contenders for Mississippi governor in 2027 were busy fundraising last year.
By Michael Goldberg - Mississippi Today on
1 month 3 weeks ago
Annual campaign finance reports show potential top contenders for Mississippi governor in 2027 were busy fundraising last year.
By Michael Goldberg - Mississippi Today on
1 month 3 weeks ago
Mississippi lawmakers face the first major killing deadline of the 2026 legislative session on Tuesday, the deadline for House and Senate committees to pass measures originating in their own chamber.
By Geoff Pender - Mississippi Today on
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Annual campaign finance reports show potential top contenders for Mississippi governor in 2027 were busy fundraising last year.
By Michael Goldberg - Mississippi Today on
1 month 3 weeks ago
The Yazoo City Police Department is seeking the whereabouts of Tagii Nellums, who is wanted in connection with a shooting that occurred on January 28, 2026 at approximately 2:40 p.m. at the Citgo Gas Station located at 100 East 11th Street.
Investigators warn the public that Nellums is considered armed and dangerous.
Anyone with information regarding his location is urged to contact the Yazoo City Police Department immediately at 662-746-1131 or call 911.
By Jamie Patterson on
1 month 3 weeks ago
The Yazoo City Police Department is seeking the whereabouts of Tagii Nellums, who is wanted in connection with a shooting that occurred on January 28, 2026 at approximately 2:40 p.m. at the Citgo Gas Station located at 100 East 11th Street.
Investigators warn the public that Nellums is considered armed and dangerous.
Anyone with information regarding his location is urged to contact the Yazoo City Police Department immediately at 662-746-1131 or call 911.
By Jamie Patterson on
1 month 3 weeks ago
The Yazoo City Police Department is seeking the whereabouts of Tagii Nellums, who is wanted in connection with a shooting that occurred on January 28, 2026 at approximately 2:40 p.m. at the Citgo Gas Station located at 100 East 11th Street.
Investigators warn the public that Nellums is considered armed and dangerous.
Anyone with information regarding his location is urged to contact the Yazoo City Police Department immediately at 662-746-1131 or call 911.
By Jamie Patterson on
