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1 in 5 Americans get no exercise outside of work; where does your state rank?

January 24, 2026

1 in 5 Americans get no exercise outside of work; where does your state rank?

One in five Americans get zero physical activity outside work, with Mississippi leading inactivity at 30.6%. Colorado ranks as most active at just 15.6%.

Post-Roe battle over abortion pills reaches Kentucky gas stations as AG opens investigation

January 23, 2026

Post-Roe battle over abortion pills reaches Kentucky gas stations as AG opens investigation

Abortion laws continue evolving across states since the Supreme Court's 2022 Dobbs decision overturned Roe v. Wade, with trigger laws taking effect.

The firebombing of Beth Israel in Mississippi strikes at the heart of religious freedom, dignity and peace

January 21, 2026

The firebombing of Beth Israel in Mississippi strikes at the heart of religious freedom, dignity and peace

Jackson synagogue fire sparks community solidarity as local churches offer support. Holocaust Torah survived blaze in alleged hate crime against Beth Israel.

Mississippi synagogue burned in arson attack, suspect in custody

January 11, 2026

Mississippi synagogue burned in arson attack, suspect in custody

Suspect arrested after apparent arson destroys sacred Torahs at Mississippi's largest synagogue. FBI investigating the blaze at Beth Israel Congregation.

Mississippi prosecutors to seek death penalty against man accused of deadly rampage that included girl, pastor

January 11, 2026

Mississippi prosecutors to seek death penalty against man accused of deadly rampage that included girl, pastor

Prosecutors to seek death penalty for Mississippi man accused in deadly rampage that killed six people, including a child and church pastor Friday night.

Mississippi man charged with murder after 6 killed in overnight shootings, including 7-year-old

January 10, 2026

Mississippi man charged with murder after 6 killed in overnight shootings, including 7-year-old

Mississippi man facing murder charges after allegedly killing six people, including four family members, in shootings across three locations in Cedarbluff.

Mississippi auditor warns welfare fraud is 'incredibly easy' as $77M trial begins

January 6, 2026

Mississippi auditor warns welfare fraud is 'incredibly easy' as $77M trial begins

State auditor warns welfare fraud is "incredibly easy" as Mississippi's high-profile trial exposes weaknesses costing taxpayers nationwide.

Murder in small-town America: The crimes that tore quiet communities apart in 2025

December 27, 2025

Murder in small-town America: The crimes that tore quiet communities apart in 2025

Small towns across the United States faced shocking violence in 2025, exposing deep vulnerabilities in quiet communities from Mississippi to Montana.

Five sleeper races that could upend 2026 – from the Alleghenies to the Land of Enchantment

December 24, 2025

Five sleeper races that could upend 2026 – from the Alleghenies to the Land of Enchantment

Five unexpected "sleeper" election contests could surprise voters in 2026, from Mississippi's 2nd congressional district to Nebraska's gubernatorial seat.

Suspect arrested after Walmart customers report finding hidden razor blades in purchased bread

December 16, 2025

Suspect arrested after Walmart customers report finding hidden razor blades in purchased bread

Texas woman Camille Benson arrested for placing razor blades in bread at Mississippi Walmart stores, charged with attempted mayhem in disturbing case.