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Reporter Sarah Fowler talks about her investigation that found at least eight Mississippi cities were harmed by deals over faulty smart water meters.
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In trying to rectify decades of billing chaos and draw new revenue, another issue has emerged for JXN Water: How much should customers be on the hook for?
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Nurses are demanding increased staffing through better pay and benefits, enough supplies to treat patients, a safer workplace and a voice in the hospital’s decision-making process.
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While some believe electric vehicles could lead to a southern manufacturing renaissance, workers and experts caution that it must be done carefully.
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This summer’s high temperatures also brought higher utility bills. The spike caused some, like Christopher Bogan, to make tough choices with their budget.
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Dolabriel Curry-Hurst’s January power bill in Alabama jumped above $700 — more than twice of what she owed the previous year.
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The seven strikes in the region signify a slow-growing labor movement that gained momentum in 2021.
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There are currently three unfair labor practice charges against the New Orleans Lowe’s pending before the federal National Labor Relations Board.
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Rural water customers typically pay more for the same water that city residents use. Some residents, like Jason Clayton, believe the upcharge is unfair.
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Watch a replay of the Gulf States Newsroom's virtual listening session and discussion on Stephan Bisaha's series on The Dollar Store Takeover.
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Dollar General opens about three locations a day. Advocates against the rapid expansion released a four-step guide for keeping stores from opening.
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A recent report from the Institute for Local Self-Reliance laid out 17 problems with dollar stores, but some researchers said there isn’t a consensus yet.