Mississippi Edition

On today's show: Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann joins us in studio to discuss today's municipal primaries. Then, a survivor of Sunday's severe weather tells us how she weathered the storm in her home. And, the Department of Mental Health will cut more than 600 employee jobs over the next 13 months. Plus, Strolling Thunder rolls into the nation's capital.

On today's show: Find out when Governor Bryant is calling the Legislature back to finish next year's budget. Then, honoring the lives of those who've died and donated their bodies to science. Plus, Mississippi is one of the most stressed-out states. Hear expert advice on how to manage stress rather than letting stress manage you. And, in our Book Club, making the most of your slumber.

On today's show: A civil rights watch dog is holding accountable three Mississippi hospitals accused of violating a federal law designed to protect patients who are poor. Don't throw your old, unused prescription drugs in the trash. There's a better option. And after a Southern Remedy Health Minute, find out why more than a hundred BASS fisherman from around the country are in Mississippi.

On today's show: Now that Governor Bryant has signed the education funding bill, find out how it could impact some local districts. Then, how Drones are bringing Mississippi researchers together with the Department of Homeland Security. And after StoryCorps, Mississippi's outgoing Teacher of the Year is in Washington this week. We'll hear her thoughts on reaching struggling students.

On today's show: The Secretary of State is arming small businesses with valuable information about the Mississippi Marketplace. Then, the State Fire Marshal is hoping to save lives by issuing smoke alarms to vulnerable homes across the state. And, author Jill Ebstein discusses her collection of maternal lessons in this week's Book Club.

On today's show: Former U.S. Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel speaks out on U.S. military involvement in the Middle East. Find out if a program that exposes students to jobs and skills for success can help your teen graduate from high school. And after the Health Minute, a new play celebrates the extraordinary life and legacy of Mississippi native, Sister Thea Bowman.

Immigration is again at the forefront as a Greenwood father of five who has lived in the U.S. since he was 16 will soon be sent back to Mexico. And, a conversation about school integration in our Storycorps segment. Hear from a woman who experienced confusion and rejection while being bused to school. Plus, Law enforcement officers hope a new state seat belt law will save the lives.

On today's show: Four more days until the tax filing deadline. The IRS and Better Business Bureau have some last minute advice for you. Plus, hear Mississippi's Democratic Congressman Bennie Thompson weigh in on the airstrikes ordered by President Trump. Then, Gulfport Mayor, Billy Hewes, praises efforts to bring rail service back to the gulf coast.

On today's show: Why Historically Black Colleges and Universities in Mississippi are an important place to start anti-tobacco campaigns. Then, find out why farmers are returning to more traditional southern crops this spring. And in this week's Book Club, author David Billings says America remains "a nation hard-wired by race."

On today's show: Jets at the Naval Air Station Meridian are on the ground after a safety problem. Find out what officials are doing about it. Then, hundreds of kids and adults with disabilities are heading to the state fairgrounds to saddle up. And after a Southern Remedy Health Minute, find out why mold and mildew prevention in your home is something Southerners should take seriously.

On today's show: Law enforcement is reminding Mississippi residents that drug trafficking continues to be a big problem. And in StoryCorps, tales from the life of a Marine who spent time in Hollywood playing cards with John Wayne. Plus, hear from Jackson State University students and alumni as they unite to honor the memory of two 1970 shooting victims.

On today's show: Hear reactions from Mississippi's Syrian community and the state's congressional delegation about the airstrikes ordered by President Trump. Mississippians are more likely to contract sexually transmitted infections. Find out why the state's numbers are so high. Then after Everyday Tech, we'll hear from the teacher and administrator of the year. Plus the State Superintendent weighs in on the surprising results of the state auditor's cyber security report.

On today's show: Supporters of reforms in Mississippi's criminal justice system are optimistic the governor will approve a new bill. Then, a new advisory board will give citizens a voice on police issues in a city still healing after a deadly officer-involved shooting. Plus, Hear how you can spot Jupiter in the night sky.

A new law would call for increased accountability for law enforcement property seizures. Then, the State Auditor's investigation results are in. How some school districts are struggling to keep students in line while surfing online. Plus, new state efforts to expand access to autism treatment for children and adults. And in our book club, barrier-breaking Mississippi lawyer, Mary Ann Connell.

On today's show: Could a lawsuit now going through the legal system remove funding for Mississippi charter schools? Then, learn more about a financial blow to college students receiving state aid. And Attorney General Jim Hood says he is looking into a confession of false statements made by a witness that prompted the 1955 murder of Emmett Till.

On today's show: A new law looking for fraud in Mississippi's Medicaid program is expected to be signed by the governor. Then after Everyday Tech, the Attorney General's office still doesn't have an approved budget for next fiscal year. Hear how program cuts could affect crime victims.

On today's show: Torrential rain and flooding across parts of the state have caused some residents to evacuate their homes. We'll hear from the Mississippi Emergency Management Agency about the damage. And, Mississippi's controversial religious freedom law returns to court today. Why some fear it would incite discrimination, rather than protect against it. Plus a legislative wrap-up.

On today's show: The speaker of the House reflects on the legislative session the day after lawmakers wrapped up their work. Then, why the Secretary of State thinks it's important for every eligible voter to cast a ballot. Later, a coastal bicentennial celebration a hundred years in the making. And hear about a traveling play that juxtaposes a Passover dinner and an addiction recovery meeting.

On today's show: As the legislative session draws to a difficult close, learn more about what Lawmakers did to protect the capital city's fragile infrastructure. Then, why the wellbeing of Mississippi children is so far below our national counterparts. Then, Kate Freeman Clark was a prolific artist, but no one knew it until after her death.

On today's show: Fallout from the funding battle over the Mississippi Department of Transportation continues to distract from other legislative issues as the session draws to a close. Then, civil rights veterans are gathering this week to remember the hundredth birthday of Fannie Lou Hamer. And we're remembering the life of renowned journalist, the Conscience of Mississippi, Bill Minor.