‘You’re still doing time when they let you out’: New expungement law gives thousands hope for a fresh start
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The law enacted after the 2019 legislative session expands the number of crimes eligible for expungement in the state
Election 2019
Treasurer candidates present plans to manage state’s resources at Neshoba County Fair
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Republicans David McRae and state Sen. Eugene “Buck” Clarke are campaigning for the opportunity to face Democrat Addie Lee Green in November.
Government
Politicians have been slashing taxes, but poll indicates Mississippians willing to pay higher taxes
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Majority of people willing to pay higher taxes to fund infrastructure and education.; 59 percent say the state government is doing a poor job at maintaining infrastructure.
Government
‘A man’s job’: Democratic Hinds County candidate says women don’t belong on county boards
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Earlier this year, Hinds County candidate Malcolm Johnson suggested that a female civil-rights attorney serve on the school board rather than run to be a supervisor, which he called a man’s job
2019 Treasurer Candidates
Candidates for Treasurer
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The Mississippi State Treasurer is, in many ways, the chief financial officer of the state. See who’s running for treasurer in Mississippi’s 2019 statewide election.
2019 Candidates
2019 Candidates
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You can find a full list of candidates competing in the 2019 elections here.
2019 Candidates
Candidates for Secretary of State
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The Mississippi State Constitution refers to the secretary of state of Mississippi as the “keeper of the capitol.” Find out who’s running for Secretary of State in Mississippi’s 2019 statewide election.
2019 Attorney General Candidates
Candidates for Attorney General
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The attorney general of Mississippi is the chief legal officer of the state and serves as the state’s lawyer. Learn about the candidates vying for attorney general in Mississippi’s 2019 statewide election.
2019 Candidates
Candidates for Lieutenant Governor
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The Lieutenant Governor of Mississippi is the second-highest ranking officer in the executive branch of Mississippi’s state government, right below the governor. The office of lieutenant governor was established when Mississippi became a state, abolished for a few decades in the first half of the 19th century, and restored later in the century. The Lieutenant Governor is president of the state Senate and presides over it, only voting to break a tie. Compared to the same office in other states, Mississippi’s lieutenant governor has much more power because of their role with the state Senate. The Lieutenant Governor has the sole ability to appoint members, vice-chairmen, and chairmen to the various Senate committees, regardless of which party has control of the chamber.
2019 Candidates
Gubernatorial Candidates
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Learn about the role and duties of Mississippi’s governor and see who is running in the 2019 gubernatorial election.
Mississippi Roundup
Mississippi historian David Sansing, 86, dies following fall
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“It is a sad day for the entire university community, and he will be greatly missed,” said Noel Wilkin, provost and executive vice chancellor for academic affairs at the University of Mississippi
Election 2019
These millennial Democrats are shaking up this year’s #MSelex legislative races
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Four young Democrats challenging longtime incumbents in the state Senate and House talk about their campaigns and the future of politics in Mississippi.
2019 Lieutenant Governor Candidates
Jay Hughes Bio
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Jay Hughes ran for Lieutenant Governor as a Democrat in Mississippi’s 2019 statewide election but was defeated by Republican Delbert Hosemann.
2019 Gubernatorial Candidates
Tate Reeves Bio
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Tate Reeves is running for Governor as a Republican in Mississippi’s 2019 statewide election.
2019 Candidates
Andy Gipson Bio
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Andy Gipson is running for Agriculture Commissioner as the Republican incumbent in Mississippi’s 2019 statewide election.