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AI skills are in demand, but don't always command a pay premium, report shows
Sources from CBS News say that artificial intelligence skills are increasingly in demand from employers, but companies are not always inclined to pay a premium for workers who possess them.
These 3 charts highlight the affordability issues Americans worry about most
CBS News reports that President Trump is expected to focus on the economy during his 2026 State of the Union address on Tuesday evening — an urgent topic of concern for millions of Americans who say they're worried about everything from the price of food to spiraling health care costs.
Teens are using AI frequently in their daily lives, and many parents aren't aware, survey finds
Sources from CBS News say that parents are often caught off guard by what their teens are doing in daily life — and when it comes to AI, the "perception gap" might be larger than they thought, according to a Pew Research Center survey released Tuesday.
U.S. men's hockey team to appear at Trump's State of the Union with their gold medals, Johnson says
According to CBS News, the gold-medal winning U.S. men's hockey team is expected to appear at President Trump's State of the Union address Tuesday night, House Speaker Mike Johnson said ahead of the speech.
Hegseth demands full military access to Anthropic's AI model Claude and sets deadline for end of week
Trust is breaking down between the Pentagon and Anthropic over the use of its AI model, sources familiar with the situation told CBS News.
MSMS Executive Director speaks to community leaders of Lowndes Co.
Even though they are getting ready to graduate their 36th class, the administration at the Mississippi School for Mathematics and Science is focused on the future of the school.
These 3 charts highlight the affordability issues Americans worry about most
CBS News reports that President Trump is expected to focus on the economy during his 2026 State of the Union address on Tuesday evening — an urgent topic of concern for millions of Americans who say they're worried about everything from the price of food to spiraling health care costs.
Teens are using AI frequently in their daily lives, and many parents aren't aware, survey finds
Sources from CBS News say that parents are often caught off guard by what their teens are doing in daily life — and when it comes to AI, the "perception gap" might be larger than they thought, according to a Pew Research Center survey released Tuesday.
U.S. men's hockey team to appear at Trump's State of the Union with their gold medals, Johnson says
According to CBS News, the gold-medal winning U.S. men's hockey team is expected to appear at President Trump's State of the Union address Tuesday night, House Speaker Mike Johnson said ahead of the speech.
Hegseth demands full military access to Anthropic's AI model Claude and sets deadline for end of week
Trust is breaking down between the Pentagon and Anthropic over the use of its AI model, sources familiar with the situation told CBS News.
MSMS Executive Director speaks to community leaders of Lowndes Co.
Even though they are getting ready to graduate their 36th class, the administration at the Mississippi School for Mathematics and Science is focused on the future of the school.
Police investigate sexual assault incident in Louisville High School
The Louisville Police Department is investigating a sexual assault that took place at Louisville High School on Monday.
Applications now open for MDWFP's newest cadet class
Applications are now open to become part of the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks newest cadet class.
Tenn - Tom Waterway Development Authority elects MS Governor Tate Reeves as chairman
Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves will be taking on some additional responsibilities this year.
U.S. Attorney's Office drops effort to indict 6 Democratic lawmakers who posted video on illegal orders, sources say
Sources from CBS say that the top federal prosecutor in Washington, D.C. has decided to table efforts to try to indict six Democratic lawmakers for posting a video urging military members not to follow orders they believe are illegal, sources told CBS News on Tuesday.
Alaska Airlines flight forced to turn around after passenger's battery pack catches fire
According to CBS News, an Alaska Airlines flight had to return to the airport on Sunday afternoon after a passenger's power bank device overheated and caught fire, the airline and federal authorities said.
Man charged with 5 counts of auto burglary in Winston Co.
A man is facing charges across multiple agencies for an alleged string of auto burglaries.
Firefighters save home after a structure fire in Oktibbeha Co.
A home is saved in Oktibbeha County after quick action from firefighters.
Police investigate sexual assault incident in Louisville High School
The Louisville Police Department is investigating a sexual assault that took place at Louisville High School on Monday.
Man charged with 5 counts of auto burglary in Winston Co.
A man is facing charges across multiple agencies for an alleged string of auto burglaries.
UPDATE: Officer remains in critical condition after weekend collision in Starkville
The Starkville Police Department has issued an update on the condition of the officer injured on duty over the weekend.
Traffic stop leads to drug charges for a man in Itawamba Co.
A traffic stop leads to drug charges for a Fulton man.
Police arrest person of interest in connection with West Point shooting
West Point Police have a person of interest in custody in connection with a shooting on February 19.
Police in search of two felony shoplifting suspects in Tupelo
The Tupelo Police Department is asking for the public's help in identifying two suspects involved in a felony shoplifting case.
WPPD needs your help finding Jalon Little
WEST POINT, Miss. (WCBI) According to the West Point Police Department, Little was possibly involved and may have information about a shooting on Thursday afternoon. You may…
Tupelo police in search of suspect wanted for burglary of a business
The Tupelo Police Department and Crime Stoppers of Northeast Mississippi are asking for your help to find a burglary suspect.
An investigation is underway after a shooting in West Point
WEST POINT, Miss. (WCBI) Tragedy has struck the city of West Point once again. An investigation into a shooting is underway in West Point. Assistant Police…
Police in search of a burglary suspect in Tupelo
Crime Stoppers of North East Mississippi and the Tupelo Police Department need help locating the person or persons responsible for Burglary of a Commercial Building.
Noxubee Co. Sheriff reports stolen car has been recovered in Brooksville
The Noxubee County Sheriff's Department reports it has recovered another stolen vehicle on Hopewell Road in Brooksville.
Suspect wanted for false pretense in Tupelo
Crime Stoppers of Northeast Mississippi and the Tupelo Police Department need help locating the individuals responsible for a False Pretense case that is being investigated by the Tupelo Police Department.
Verona man pleads guilty to second-degree murder in Tupelo
A Verona man will spend the next 25 years in the Mississippi Department of Corrections.
Aliceville mayor addresses recent police officer arrest
Aliceville, Ala. (WCBI) The Aliceville Mayor releases a statement regarding the recent arrest of a city police officer. Mayor Terrence Windham posted a statement to social media saying, "No one is above the law, and we are fully cooperating with…
Fifth person charged with child-related sex crimes in Pickens Co.
20-year-old Caminion Gary was booked into the Pickens County Jail on Tuesday. He is facing Felony Sexual abuse, Felony transmitting obscene material to a child by computer, and felony Molestation-enticing a child.
Four Pickens County Teachers arrested; District issues statement
The school said they are cooperating with authorities, and because this is an active investigation, they cannot comment on specific details at this time.
Police investigate a shooting that injured a juvenile in Tupelo
Tupelo Police are investigating a weekend shooting that injured a juvenile.
Lee Co. Sheriff's Office makes an arrest for alleged sexual battery of a child
The department was notified by Child Protective Services of a possible sexual abuse case involving a child under the age of 6 and allegations of sexual assault against a child surfaced.





