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Mississippi Democrats weigh a new Senate push
Public safetyA young district attorney is urging party leaders and donors to compete despite a Democratic drought dating to 1982.
The Ballot Mississippi DeskOct 3, 2026
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News · MS
Mississippi Democrats weigh a new Senate push
Elections and votingA young district attorney is urging Democratic officials and donors to compete for voters despite the party’s long Senate drought.
The Ballot Mississippi Policy DeskOct 2, 2026
News · MS
Mississippi Democrats see opening as GOP climate sours
Energy and environmentA young district attorney is urging Democratic officials and donors to compete for Mississippi voters despite the party’s long Senate drought.
The Ballot Mississippi News DeskOct 2, 2026
News · MS
Mississippi AG will not seek new trial for officer
Public safetyThe attorney general will not pursue another trial for the officer in the fatal shooting of a Black motorist.
The Ballot Mississippi News DeskSep 30, 2026
News · MS
What to know about Mississippi’s 2026 elections
Elections and votingMississippi voters will decide a U.S. Senate race and contests in all four congressional districts on Nov. 3.
The Ballot Mississippi DeskSep 28, 2026
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Warren County board president enters Mississippi Senate race
Foreign policyThe Warren County board president has announced a campaign to succeed an outgoing Mississippi senator.
The Ballot Mississippi DeskSep 26, 2026
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Senate passes Vicksburg military park expansion bill
Elections and votingThe Senate approved legislation that would expand Vicksburg National Military Park, advancing the proposal in the federal lawmaking process.
The Ballot Mississippi Policy DeskSep 26, 2026
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Mississippi absentee voting: Eligibility and deadlines
Elections and votingMississippi voters seeking to cast an absentee ballot must meet eligibility rules, applicable deadlines and the state’s new in-person process.
The Ballot Mississippi News DeskSep 24, 2026
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Mississippi governor signs state forests agreement
Elections and votingThe governor signed an agreement focused on strengthening Mississippi’s state forests, with implementation details shaping its practical effect.
The Ballot Mississippi News DeskSep 18, 2026
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Mississippi rural health providers awarded $3.75 million
Foreign policyTwenty Mississippi hospitals and health providers will share federal funding through a rural hospital assistance program.
The Ballot Mississippi DeskSep 17, 2026