SUMMARY: Mississippi lawmakers let a proposed mobile sports betting bill, the Mississippi Mobile Sports Wagering Act, expire without passage. Initially aimed at legalizing full mobile sports gambling with casino protections, it was amended by the House to partner with existing casinos. However, the Senate removed all new provisions, maintaining the current law prohibiting off-premises mobile sports betting. Despite Gaming Commissioner Jay McDaniel's support, noting potential revenue growth and appeal to neighboring states like Alabama, Mississippi remains without the amendment as 29 other U.S. states, including North Carolina, have adopted mobile sports betting with reported success.

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SUMMARY: The New Orleans Pelicans, despite their best regular season record since 2007-08, suffered a first-round playoff elimination by the Oklahoma City Thunder due to Zion Williamson's injury. In Game 4, the Thunder sealed the series sweep with a 97-89 win, propelled by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's MVP-caliber performance, including a key fourth-quarter defensive rebound. Pelicans coach Willie Green expressed pride in his team's effort despite the loss. C.J. McCollum topped the Pelicans with 20 points, but their 3-point shooting was lacking. Williamson is expected to recover for the next season, while the Thunder advance to face either the Clippers or the Mavericks.

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SUMMARY: Mississippi is poised to vote on expanding Medicaid to more people, albeit with a work requirement which may not receive federal assent. The state's legislative bodies have come up with a compromise plan requiring 100 hours of employment monthly for those not offered health insurance, or meeting other conditions like being a student or parent to a young child. If refused by the federal government, Mississippi will repeatedly seek approval annually. Georgia, facing a similar federal pushback, is litigating to maintain its work mandate. Expanding Medicaid could assist many Mississippians with managing chronic health problems, potentially benefiting financially fragile hospitals and about 200,000 residents.

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