Millions of welfare dollars spent on concerts, cars and Brett Favre
Brett Favre's company received $1.1 million in welfare funds for speaking engagements he never attended
Mississippi
Deadly tornadoes and storms sweep through deep South
At least six people were killed in Oklahoma, Texas and Louisiana.
Another tornado outbreak is possible in the southern U.S. on Sunday
A week after one of the biggest tornado outbreaks in U.S. history, more tornadoes are likely again on Sunday.
Justice Department backs church in dispute over city ban on services
"The facts alleged in the complaint strongly suggest that the city's actions target religious conduct," Justice Department attorneys wrote.
At least 33 killed as tornadoes rip through the South
Extreme weather made its way across the United States from Sunday to Monday, putting 75 million people in danger.
Tornadoes and severe winds kill at least 20 in the South
Many people spent part of the night sheltering in basements, closets and bathroom tubs as sirens wailed to warn of possible tornadoes.
Mississippi gov. calls for abortion ban amid coronavirus outbreak
If the ban goes into effect, Mississippi would become the third state to halt abortion services amid the coronavirus outbreak.
Lawyers demand coronavirus testing for inmates at Mississippi prison
Lawyers representing inmates at the Mississippi State Penitentiary, known as Parchman, filed a motion on Monday requesting emergency relief amid the global coronavirus outbreak.
Biden solidifies front-runner status with wins in 4 states
Biden's victories in Idaho, Mississippi, Missouri and Michigan increased pressure on Bernie Sanders to abandon his bid.
2020 Daily Trail Markers: Rallies canceled and live debate audience called off
Voters are going to the polls on Tuesday in six states: Idaho, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, North Dakota and Washington.
What to watch for in the March 10 primaries
It's a two-man race now, with Bernie Sanders and Joe Biden fighting for delegates in six states on Tuesday.
When do polls close for the March 10 primaries?
Idaho, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, North Dakota and Washington are holding primaries on Tuesday.
Willie Godbolt blames devil for 8 murders but gets death penalty
Godbolt said in court he'd prayed to be a better man, "but the devil came to kill and destroy. He wasn't going to let that be."
Parchman inmates sue Mississippi officials over "barbaric" prison conditions
The proposed class-action lawsuit, funded by rapper Yo Gotti and Jay-Z's Team Roc, was filed in the U.S. District Court in the Northern District of Mississippi.
Inmates at Parchman's Unit 29 describe life inside notorious cellblock
Four inmates at the Mississippi State Penitentiary at Parchman spoke to CBS News in recent days, expressing frustration as they wait to be relocated from the state's oldest prison.
Mississippi's six-week abortion ban struck down
Mississippi was one of a handful of states to pass so-called fetal heartbeat bans in 2019.
More rain expected in Jackson amid dangerous flooding
In some neighborhoods, the only way to get around is by boat.
Historic flooding in Mississippi forces evacuations and rescues
At least four people had to be rescued from their homes as the Pearl River's rising water flooded entire neighborhoods.
Mississippi governor declares state of emergency over flooding fears
The governor called the flooding expected this weekend a "precarious situation."
Flooding in Mississippi prompts evacuations
The river is expected to reach levels not seen in nearly 40 years.
Torrential rain hits Southeast as forecast warns of spring flood
On Monday alone, up to a half a foot of rain is expected in areas from Jackson, Mississippi to Birmingham, Alabama.
Deadly storm leaves path of destruction across South
Millions of Americans are under weather alerts Friday from Mississippi to Maine.
Deadly storms bring tornadoes and flooding to the South
At least four people have been killed.
Justice Department opens investigation into four Mississippi prisons
The probe will determine whether the state's department of corrections adequately protects inmates.
Multiple tornadoes reported across Mississippi
The dangerous storms, which include heavy rain, extended to Louisiana.
Supreme Court temporarily freezes order requiring Trump admin. to provide full SNAP payments
It froze, for now, a lower court order that required the Trump administration to swiftly provide full SNAP benefits to roughly 42 million Americans.
FAA order cutting thousands of flights kicks in as airlines scramble to comply
The FAA ordered airlines to cut thousands of flights beginning Friday as the agency deals with air traffic controller shortages during the government shutdown.
Senate Republicans reject Democrats' health care offer to end shutdown
Senate Republicans rejected an offer from Democrats to end the shutdown in exchange for a one-year extension of health care tax credits.
Judge permanently blocks Trump admin. from deploying National Guard to Portland
In late September, President Trump announced he would be deploying federal troops to Portland in response to downtown protests over the administration's immigration crackdown.
Grand jury subpoenas ex-CIA chief Brennan, ex-FBI officials linked to Trump-Russia probe
Subpoenas went out to former CIA Director John Brennan, former FBI counterintelligence official Peter Strzok and former FBI attorney Lisa Page, according to a source.
Dodgers pitcher Alex Vesia announces baby daughter's death
Dodgers pitcher Alex Vesia took a leave of absence from the team a day before the World Series.
Heritage Foundation backlash erupts over leader's defense of Tucker Carlson
The leader of the influential conservative think tank is facing calls to resign and several staff members have left in protest.
Miami-Dade sheriff's deputy fatally shot after responding to crash, officials say
Deputy Devin Jaramillo responded to a traffic crash when he was "brutally attacked and murdered," Miami-Dade Sheriff Rosie Cordero-Stutz said.
Trump pardons New York Mets legend Darryl Strawberry
The eight-time MLB All-Star pleaded guilty to tax evasion in 1995, and has since served time.