Mississippi Edition

On today's show: A Mississippi Congressman reacts to President Trump's plan to secure Border Wall funding through an emergency declaration. Then, a bold move - and a little secrecy - leads to art education for a black Mississippian in the 1950s. And after Everyday Tech, how a coastal health organization plans to put federal dollars to good use.

On today's show: Mississippi is two steps closer to historically stringent abortion restrictions. We'll hear from both sides. Plus, a proposed teacher pay raise is another step over to reality. And anti-homelessness advocates are putting federal dollars to work in the fight to house all Mississippians. Then, Eudora Welty is in a familiar place: our Book Club! And we visit the Natchez Museum of African-American History.

On today's show: A high school student is found with tuberculosis. Find out if health officials think other students could be at risk. Then, political candidates react to reports linking them with controversial blackface yearbook photos. And after a Mississippi StoryCorps, just what is Sixteenth Section land? And how could a lawsuit about it put more money into Mississippi schools?

On today's show: The U. S. Secretary of Labor visits Mississippi. We'll hear his thoughts on the state's economic prospects and workforce development. And after Everyday Tech, a new Department of Education grants are helping some counties improve literacy programs for students. We'll hear from one of them.

On today's show: Mississippi could once again have the most restrictive abortion regulations in the country. Hear the personal abortion story of one woman who says the proposed law is a bad idea. Then, experts urge Mississippi parents to be on the lookout for signs of teen dating violence. Plus, could Mississippi folklorist Bill Ferris take home a Grammy Award this weekend? We'll hear from him.

On today's show: President Trump says he wants to eliminate HIV and AIDS in America. We'll ask a Mississippi doctor if that's even possible. And a Mississippi woman shares her initial reaction to the man who gave her HIV. Then, find out why the legislature could expand a controversial special needs education program. Plus, a look at who's being honored at today's Governor's Arts Awards.

On today's show: Hear why an LGBT rights group is pushing for more protections in Mississippi. Plus, the Public Safety Commissioner says without more funds, the security provided by the Highway Patrol could be affected. And after a Mississippi StoryCorps, find out how a group of dental students and their professors are working to improve Mississippi, one mouth at a time.

On today's show: Hear what one legislator thinks about a House plan to keep retired teaches in the classroom while they still draw their pensions. And we'll take the question straight to the Public Employees Retirement System. Then, after Everyday Tech, find out why so many students in Jackson are falling behind on their student loans.

On today's show: Hear why one Mississippi prison is on lockdown, and why inmate behavior is not the reason. Then, a pay raise for teachers, active shooter training and more coming out of the House Education Committee this week. Also, a mother faces the risks - and open heart surgery - to have another child. And get some healthy snacking tips just in time for this weekend's Super Bowl.

On today's show: Find out why an immigration advocacy group wants to give drivers licenses to people who may be in the country illegally. And, is flu on the rise in Mississippi? We'll get the latest information. Plus, what do you do if your child's identity is stolen? And in this week's Book Club: "American Pop" by Snowden Wright.

On today's show: Lawmakers are trying to find ways to help Mississippians affected by opioid addiction. Then, the story of a man working to curb teen crime in the Delta. And after a Southern Remedy Health Minute, why a new tobacco data report card is giving Mississippi a failing grade across the board.

On today's show: Find out why one state legislator wants to loosen the strings on Medical Marijuana in Mississippi. And after StoryCorps, learn why veterans can be more prone to suicide and how the V.A. is working to help.

On today's show: How much snow could your part of the state see as part of a Winter Weather Warning? We'll let you know. Then, congressional leaders to a temporary end to the federal shutdown. Plus, how workforce training could impact the state economy. And after Everyday Tech, analysis of drug addiction across the country and here at home.

On today's show: Two Mississippi agencies are warning legislators an extended federal shutdown could mean furloughing state employees. Then in an MPB's @Issue preview, find out how pending legislation addresses the tragic toll human trafficking can have on a family. And, during this Drug and Alcohol Facts Week, how parents, schools, and communities can work together.

On today's show: Speculation about expanding Medicaid in Mississippi continues to gain attention at the capitol. Still, the Governor says no. Then, we'll hear the latest from the Governor's Workforce Summit. Find out how and why college-bound students should apply for state student aid. And in our Book Club, photojournalist Tim Isbell shows beauty after the devastation of Hurricane Katrina.

On today's show: Hear from teachers and students on the amount testing required for graduation in Mississippi. Then, nurse practitioners are pushing legislation that would give them more freedom to practice. And, we'll learn how teenage attitudes and habits are changing when it comes to drug abuse.

On today's show: A new report says Mississippi lawmakers should spend more on tobacco prevention and control. We'll talk about that, and get some tips for those looking to quit. And, hear from women of color marching for equality across the state. Plus, the League of Women Voters will be busy this election year, informing and advocating for the electorate.

On today's show: With the up to 700 jobs cut at Nissan, we talk with a spokesperson for the auto manufacturer and a pro-union employee. Then, a Mississippi family shares how they are affected by the government shutdown. The President of the Mississippi chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics stresses the importance of vaccines for children. And, new results from the State of the State poll.

On today's show: Hear what an advisory committee recommends legislators do to cut costs and improve the health of Mississippians. Then, a new survey shows Mississippians think education should be a bigger priority. Plus, a new assistance program for low-income students to help them obtain college scholarships. And in our Book Club, Janice S. Ellis on her book “From Liberty to Magnolia."

On today's show: Governor Phil Bryant highlights his administration's achievements in his final State of the State Address. Then, we'll hear legislators' reactions to the Governor's remarks. And after a Southern Remedy Health Minute, the state's volunteer commission is celebrating 25 years of service. Find out what's next for the organization.