Layne Bruce, Opinion Contributor
• February 23, 2026
With broad support, the Mississippi House of Representatives passed two bills last week that would close off many records related to bridge and roadway safety, as well as exempt large swaths of personally identifiable information from many documents.
Mississippi lawmakers are debating whether the state’s more than 20-year-old public notice law does enough to ensure residents know about those changes before they happen.
The bill is designed to address gaps in the state’s workforce by helping adults complete certificates or associate degrees aligned with Mississippi’s priority occupations.
As AI makes it easier to copy someone’s face, voice or identity, Mississippi lawmakers are pushing a bill to give people the power to fight back. A new proposal would let residents sue if their likeness is used without consent — and it’s gaining momentum at the Capitol.
A controversial hunting bill aimed at resolving dog-related disputes on private land has sparked backlash from Mississippi farmers and hunters — and may be dead on arrival.
Mississippi’s new vape law reshaped what’s on store shelves — but many users may not realize what they’re inhaling has changed. A lab-made nicotine alternative is raising red flags.
For Mississippi families, a school bus driver shortage means unpredictable mornings, delayed routes and less time in the classroom — with no quick fix in sight.
MISSISSIPPI — For many human trafficking survivors, exploitation does not begin with violence but with trust — a reality advocates say communities must better understand as law enforcement identifies...
Mississippi’s health care system faces new strain as federal cuts take effect, leaving patients, hospitals and insurers bracing for a wave of tough choices.
What started as a father’s effort to include his daughter in sports has become Buddy Sports, a growing Mississippi Gulf Coast nonprofit offering free, adaptive activities for people with special needs.
Leaders across southeast Mississippi outline their priorities for the 2026 legislative session, highlighting shared challenges facing local governments.
