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The Mississippi Supreme Court denied the NCAA’s attempt to overturn a court ruling allowing Ole Miss quarterback Trinidad Chambliss to compete in the 2026-27 season, ending a lengthy legal battle.
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The governor signed legislation creating a committee to review how sales tax revenue is allocated between the state and municipalities after Southaven flagged coding errors, advocates and lawmakers said.
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Vice President JD Vance led the first meeting of a new task force aimed at combating fraud in federal benefit programs, emphasizing a comprehensive government approach amid recent allegations and political tensions.
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Mississippi House and Senate negotiators have agreed on a $2,000 across-the-board K-12 teacher raise and an additional $2,000 for certain specialty staff, a compromise driven by a tight state budget, Magnolia Tribune reported.
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After months of debate, Mississippi lawmakers have reached a deal to give teachers a $2,000 pay increase, falling short of educators’ expectations amid ongoing financial struggles.
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Mississippi has passed a law making it a crime for landlords to collect utility payments from tenants but fail to pass the funds to service providers, with potential prison sentences and fines.
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The Mississippi Supreme Court rejected the NCAA’s attempt to appeal a ruling allowing Ole Miss quarterback Trinidad Chambliss to retain eligibility, clearing the way for him to play this fall.
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Lawmakers added a revolving loan fund to a House bill to aid cities and counties hit by the January winter storm, WJTV reported. The move came after Gov. Tate Reeves vetoed the bill on Monday, WJTV said.
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The Brandon Amphitheater has scheduled more than 20 shows for 2026 spanning country, hip-hop and R&B, WJTV reported. The lineup includes Luke Bryan, Lil Wayne and TLC.
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Legislators debate large proposed pay increases for teachers as state budgets face competing priorities, despite data showing improved student-teacher ratios and rising salaries.
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