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  • Wednesday, June 19 2013 1:14 PM EDT2013-06-19 17:14:32 GMT
    Even after a new Mississippi gun law takes effect July 1, federal law will still prohibit people from openly carrying weapons on property run by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.    The Corps says in a
    Even after a new Mississippi gun law takes effect July 1, federal law will still prohibit people from openly carrying weapons on property run by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.    The Corps says in a
  • Wednesday, June 19 2013 1:09 PM EDT2013-06-19 17:09:42 GMT
    Smokers will no longer be able to light up in public buildings in Pascagoula.    The Sun Herald reports the city council approved a comprehensive smoking ban Tuesday that applies to all restaurants, bars,
    Smokers will no longer be able to light up in public buildings in Pascagoula.    The Sun Herald reports the city council approved a comprehensive smoking ban Tuesday that applies to all restaurants, bars,
  • Wednesday, June 19 2013 12:45 PM EDT2013-06-19 16:45:04 GMT
    Mississippi's attorney general says he still considers Google's responses on its efforts to prevent illegal sales of online drugs insufficient and says he's sending subpoenas for company documents to further
    Mississippi's attorney general says he still considers Google's responses on its efforts to prevent illegal sales of online drugs insufficient and says he's sending subpoenas for company documents to further
  • Wednesday, June 19 2013 12:37 PM EDT2013-06-19 16:37:06 GMT
    There shouldn't be any hang-ups if hunters and fishermen want to donate their catch to nonprofits that feed the hungry.    Louisiana Gov. Bobby Jindal on Tuesday signed a bill by Keithville Sen. Sherri
    There shouldn't be any hang-ups if hunters and fishermen want to donate their catch to nonprofits that feed the hungry.    Louisiana Gov. Bobby Jindal on Tuesday signed a bill by Keithville Sen. Sherri
  • Wednesday, June 19 2013 12:29 PM EDT2013-06-19 16:29:50 GMT
    A group pushing for changes in how the nation trains teachers says Mississippi's teacher training programs are mediocre at best.    The report is from the National Council on Teacher Quality, and is backed
    A group pushing for changes in how the nation trains teachers says Mississippi's teacher training programs are mediocre at best.    The report is from the National Council on Teacher Quality, and is backed
  • Wednesday, June 19 2013 12:07 PM EDT2013-06-19 16:07:05 GMT
    School bus drivers from across the state of Mississippi will compete for a trophy and a chance to go to the National Competition in the 2013 School Bus Drivers' ROAD-EO.   This year's competition is scheduled
    School bus drivers from across the state of Mississippi will compete for a trophy and a chance to go to the National Competition in the 2013 School Bus Drivers' ROAD-EO.   This year's competition is scheduled
  • Wednesday, June 19 2013 10:50 AM EDT2013-06-19 14:50:04 GMT
    U.S. Senator Roger Wicker, R-Miss., is spearheading support for an amendment to strengthen border security by cosponsoring the "Requiring Enforcement, Security and safety, while Upgrading lawful Trade
    U.S. Senator Roger Wicker, R-Miss., is spearheading support for an amendment to strengthen border security by cosponsoring the "Requiring Enforcement, Security and safety, while Upgrading lawful Trade
  • Wednesday, June 19 2013 10:08 AM EDT2013-06-19 14:08:15 GMT
    Terracon Consultants is pleased to present the Juanita Sims Doty(JSD) Foundation located in Jackson, MS with a community grant. The grant willassist the JSD Foundation with its mission of improving individual
    Terracon Consultants is pleased to present the Juanita Sims Doty(JSD) Foundation located in Jackson, MS with a community grant. The grant willassist the JSD Foundation with its mission of improving individual
  • Tuesday, June 18 2013 4:20 PM EDT2013-06-18 20:20:53 GMT
    A settlement has been reached in a lawsuit filed by the family of an Alcorn County woman, who died of lung injuries four months after a gas explosion destroyed her mobile home in 2010.    Terms of the
    A settlement has been reached in a lawsuit filed by the family of an Alcorn County woman, who died of lung injuries four months after a gas explosion destroyed her mobile home in 2010.    Terms of the
  • Tuesday, June 18 2013 3:58 PM EDT2013-06-18 19:58:38 GMT
    The head of the Mississippi Department of Marine Resources says the agency is "susceptible to fraud, waste and abuse" and must change its own work environment.    Jamie Miller's comments came Tuesday as
    The head of the Mississippi Department of Marine Resources says the agency is "susceptible to fraud, waste and abuse" and must change its own work environment.    Jamie Miller's comments came Tuesday as
  • Tuesday, June 18 2013 3:44 PM EDT2013-06-18 19:44:28 GMT
    Former teacher and psychometrist Chaffie Gibbs is the Clinton Public School District's new special education department director. Gibbs replaces Laura Purdie who retired this year. "The Clinton Public School
    Former teacher and psychometrist Chaffie Gibbs is the Clinton Public School District's new special education department director. Gibbs replaces Laura Purdie who retired this year. "The Clinton Public School
  • Tuesday, June 18 2013 2:55 PM EDT2013-06-18 18:55:06 GMT
    A Meridian man has answered in court for his failure to support his child, announced Attorney General Jim Hood today.   William Dew, 39, pleaded guilty and was sentenced Monday for Felony Non-Support
    A Meridian man has answered in court for his failure to support his child, announced Attorney General Jim Hood today.   William Dew, 39, pleaded guilty and was sentenced Monday for Felony Non-Support
  • Tuesday, June 18 2013 2:51 PM EDT2013-06-18 18:51:03 GMT
    The City of Jackson is partnering with the Mississippi Urban Forest Council and Midtown Partners to host a free workshop on urban orchards and the current status of Jackson's tree canopy.   The workshop
    The City of Jackson is partnering with the Mississippi Urban Forest Council and Midtown Partners to host a free workshop on urban orchards and the current status of Jackson's tree canopy.   The workshop
  • Tuesday, June 18 2013 2:49 PM EDT2013-06-18 18:49:03 GMT
    Chrysler says it has resolved its differences with the government and will recall older Jeep Grand Cherokee and Liberty SUVs that could be at risk of a fuel tank fire.             Earlier this month
    Chrysler says it has resolved its differences with the government and will recall older Jeep Grand Cherokee and Liberty SUVs that could be at risk of a fuel tank fire.             Earlier this month
  • Tuesday, June 18 2013 12:33 PM EDT2013-06-18 16:33:45 GMT
    Miss 103 and WJTV News Channel 12 want to give you and your family your own VIP tent at Old Trace Park for the 2nd Annual Reservoir Independence Day Celebration on June 29th! All you need to do is watch
    Miss 103 and WJTV News Channel 12 want to give you and your family your own VIP tent at Old Trace Park for the 2nd Annual Reservoir Independence Day Celebration on June 29th! All you need to do is watch
  • Tuesday, June 18 2013 10:57 AM EDT2013-06-18 14:57:04 GMT
    A Picayune woman has been charged with arson for setting fire to her own home.    Assistant Police Chief Jeremy Magri tells the Picayune Item that 47-year-old Inez Hinton was arrested this past week for
    A Picayune woman has been charged with arson for setting fire to her own home.    Assistant Police Chief Jeremy Magri tells the Picayune Item that 47-year-old Inez Hinton was arrested this past week for
  • Tuesday, June 18 2013 10:16 AM EDT2013-06-18 14:16:20 GMT
    President Barack Obama hailed small business owners as the economy's engine and our biggest source of new jobs.  The President declared June 16-22, as National Small Business Week and stated, "America's
    President Barack Obama hailed small business owners as the economy's engine and our biggest source of new jobs.  The President declared June 16-22, as National Small Business Week and stated, "America's
  • Monday, June 17 2013 5:38 PM EDT2013-06-17 21:38:45 GMT
    U.S. Naval Academy officials say two graduates have been killed in a single-vehicle crash in Alabama.    Alabama State Troopers say 25-year-old Patrick Hunt Drury of Meridian, Miss., and 25-year-old Christopher
    U.S. Naval Academy officials say two graduates have been killed in a single-vehicle crash in Alabama.    Alabama State Troopers say 25-year-old Patrick Hunt Drury of Meridian, Miss., and 25-year-old Christopher
  • Monday, June 17 2013 4:46 PM EDT2013-06-17 20:46:29 GMT
    A Jamaican national in Gulfport on a work visa has been arrested in Harrison County, confirmed Attorney General Jim Hood today.    Damion Aljunior Hill, 33,  was arrested near his apartment located at
    A Jamaican national in Gulfport on a work visa has been arrested in Harrison County, confirmed Attorney General Jim Hood today.    Damion Aljunior Hill, 33,  was arrested near his apartment located at
  • Monday, June 17 2013 3:19 PM EDT2013-06-17 19:19:24 GMT
    The summer institute is for McComb High School students in grades 10, 11, and 12 who meet the following criteria: 1.    Removed from the English II, Biology I, US History or Algebra I Course during 2012-2013
    The summer institute is for McComb High School students in grades 10, 11, and 12 who meet the following criteria: 1.    Removed from the English II, Biology I, US History or Algebra I Course during 2012-2013
  • Monday, June 17 2013 11:07 AM EDT2013-06-17 15:07:31 GMT
    Natchez businessman Doug Charboneau and his son want to open a rum micro-distillery in the building that formerly housed King's Tavern bar.    First, Charboneau must get the city to amend its ordinances
    Natchez businessman Doug Charboneau and his son want to open a rum micro-distillery in the building that formerly housed King's Tavern bar.    First, Charboneau must get the city to amend its ordinances
  • Monday, June 17 2013 11:02 AM EDT2013-06-17 15:02:48 GMT
    Fire departments in Saltillo and Tupelo are logging each of their cities' fire hydrants' coordinates on a GPS.    Officials tell the Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal that will let a captain pull up
    Fire departments in Saltillo and Tupelo are logging each of their cities' fire hydrants' coordinates on a GPS.    Officials tell the Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal that will let a captain pull up
  • Monday, June 17 2013 10:57 AM EDT2013-06-17 14:57:04 GMT
    Farmers may be in for a wild ride during this year's soybean season.    Farmer Noble Guedon tells The Natchez Democrat heavy April rains caused a delay in planting for many area farmers. National Weather
    Farmers may be in for a wild ride during this year's soybean season.    Farmer Noble Guedon tells The Natchez Democrat heavy April rains caused a delay in planting for many area farmers. National Weather
  • Monday, June 17 2013 10:17 AM EDT2013-06-17 14:17:15 GMT
    On June 14, 2013, Anthony Smith and Alison Alexander were picked up in Jackson, Mississippi, on the murder warrants issued by the Lafayette County Sheriff's Department. The two were arrested by the United States
    On June 14, 2013, Anthony Smith and Alison Alexander were picked up in Jackson, Mississippi, on the murder warrants issued by the Lafayette County Sheriff's Department. The two were arrested by the United States
  • Monday, June 17 2013 10:06 AM EDT2013-06-17 14:06:10 GMT
    Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann is partnering with licensed real estate brokers in Mississippi to actively market tax forfeited properties in the State.   "If you want property sold in Mississippi,
    Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann is partnering with licensed real estate brokers in Mississippi to actively market tax forfeited properties in the State.   "If you want property sold in Mississippi,
  • Monday, June 17 2013 10:02 AM EDT2013-06-17 14:02:25 GMT
    The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks is pleased to announce the Youth Participation Initiative (YPI) will begin accepting applications on July 1, 2013.  The YPI Program was established to
    The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks is pleased to announce the Youth Participation Initiative (YPI) will begin accepting applications on July 1, 2013.  The YPI Program was established to
  • Monday, June 17 2013 9:59 AM EDT2013-06-17 13:59:17 GMT
    Monday, June 17 is National Ride to Work Day!! This is a day when we, as motorcyclists, can show lawmakers & decision makers that we are an integral part of the federal/state transportation system. Generally, issues
    Monday, June 17 is National Ride to Work Day!! This is a day when we, as motorcyclists, can show lawmakers & decision makers that we are an integral part of the federal/state transportation system. Generally, issues
  • Monday, June 17 2013 9:57 AM EDT2013-06-17 13:57:44 GMT
    Monday, June 17 is National Ride to Work Day!! This is a day when we, as motorcyclists, can show lawmakers & decision makers that we are an integral part of the federal/state transportation system. Generally, issues
    Monday, June 17 is National Ride to Work Day!! This is a day when we, as motorcyclists, can show lawmakers & decision makers that we are an integral part of the federal/state transportation system. Generally, issues
  • Friday, June 14 2013 5:58 PM EDT2013-06-14 21:58:47 GMT
    MDOT is reporting that Highway 80 is closed in all lanes and all directions due to an incident. MDOT officials expect the closure to last about an hour.
    MDOT is reporting that Highway 80 is closed in all lanes and all directions due to an incident. MDOT officials expect the closure to last about an hour.
  • Friday, June 14 2013 5:53 PM EDT2013-06-14 21:53:56 GMT
    Tougaloo College Alumni Office will host a Homesaver Workshop for the Tougaloo community and all interested participants it will take place Thursday, June 20 at 6:00 p.m. at Tougaloo College Health &
    Tougaloo College Alumni Office will host a Homesaver Workshop for the Tougaloo community and all interested participants it will take place Thursday, June 20 at 6:00 p.m. at Tougaloo College Health &
  • Friday, June 14 2013 5:30 PM EDT2013-06-14 21:30:14 GMT
    On Friday, June 14th, OFA-MS volunteers will be holding a vigil in Jackson in honor of the six-month anniversary of the tragic Newtown shootings.  It's been half a year since 20 children and six heroic
    On Friday, June 14th, OFA-MS volunteers will be holding a vigil in Jackson in honor of the six-month anniversary of the tragic Newtown shootings.  It's been half a year since 20 children and six heroic
  • Friday, June 14 2013 5:17 PM EDT2013-06-14 21:17:30 GMT
    Officials say an offshore supply boat struck a production platform in the Gulf of Mexico on Friday and sank after all 20 people aboard were transferred safely to another boat.    Coast Guard Petty Officer
    Officials say an offshore supply boat struck a production platform in the Gulf of Mexico on Friday and sank after all 20 people aboard were transferred safely to another boat.    Coast Guard Petty Officer
  • Friday, June 14 2013 4:11 PM EDT2013-06-14 20:11:31 GMT
    The U.S. Coast Guard is exercising a $76.8 million contract option for another cutter to be built by Huntington Ingalls in Pascagoula.    The contract will allow Huntington Ingalls to purchase material
    The U.S. Coast Guard is exercising a $76.8 million contract option for another cutter to be built by Huntington Ingalls in Pascagoula.    The contract will allow Huntington Ingalls to purchase material
  • Friday, June 14 2013 3:31 PM EDT2013-06-14 19:31:37 GMT
    It's been three years since the price of meals has gone up for students and teachers in the Clinton Public School District. But now, increasing food and labor costs are necessitating a price increase,
    It's been three years since the price of meals has gone up for students and teachers in the Clinton Public School District. But now, increasing food and labor costs are necessitating a price increase,
  • Friday, June 14 2013 3:19 PM EDT2013-06-14 19:19:53 GMT
    Visitation at the Mississippi State Penitentiary at Parchman has been canceled until further notice, corrections officials say.   The prison remains on lockdown following the stabbing death of Offender
    Visitation at the Mississippi State Penitentiary at Parchman has been canceled until further notice, corrections officials say.   The prison remains on lockdown following the stabbing death of Offender
  • Friday, June 14 2013 3:04 PM EDT2013-06-14 19:04:59 GMT
    Colonel (Ret.) Paul L. Willis, Director of Army Instruction (DAI) for Jackson Public School District and Lieutenant Colonel (Ret.) Veronica L. Baker, Senior Army Instructor (SAI) for Murrah High School
    Colonel (Ret.) Paul L. Willis, Director of Army Instruction (DAI) for Jackson Public School District and Lieutenant Colonel (Ret.) Veronica L. Baker, Senior Army Instructor (SAI) for Murrah High School
  • Friday, June 14 2013 2:56 PM EDT2013-06-14 18:56:15 GMT
    State law requires cities to submit their certified election results to the Secretary of State's Office within five (5) days of the 2013 General Election.  The deadline for cities to submit their certified
    State law requires cities to submit their certified election results to the Secretary of State's Office within five (5) days of the 2013 General Election.  The deadline for cities to submit their certified
  • Friday, June 14 2013 12:28 PM EDT2013-06-14 16:28:27 GMT
    An Adams County Sheriff's Office search warrant led to seizure of drugs, money and paraphernalia. Deputies and Metro Narcotics agents arrived at 7 Mazique Lane with a search warrant at approximately 7PM,
    An Adams County Sheriff's Office search warrant led to seizure of drugs, money and paraphernalia. Deputies and Metro Narcotics agents arrived at 7 Mazique Lane with a search warrant at approximately 7PM,
  • Friday, June 14 2013 12:25 PM EDT2013-06-14 16:25:13 GMT
    Hinds Community College is hosting a Military Appreciation Day to honor members of the Armed Forces and their families on July 31, from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m., at the Muse Center on the Rankin Campus in Pearl.   Hinds
    Hinds Community College is hosting a Military Appreciation Day to honor members of the Armed Forces and their families on July 31, from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m., at the Muse Center on the Rankin Campus in Pearl.   Hinds
  • Friday, June 14 2013 11:19 AM EDT2013-06-14 15:19:02 GMT
    On June 9, 2013, in Lafayette County Mississippi the Lafayette County Sheriff's Department received a report of a missing black male in the West Spring Hill area of Lafayette County.  On June 11, 2013,
    On June 9, 2013, in Lafayette County Mississippi the Lafayette County Sheriff's Department received a report of a missing black male in the West Spring Hill area of Lafayette County.  On June 11, 2013,
  • Friday, June 14 2013 11:10 AM EDT2013-06-14 15:10:02 GMT
    Town leaders in Plantersville have voted to prohibit smoking at local restaurants, businesses and other public buildings.   A new ordinance takes effect July 6 that will ban smoking in the town just east
    Town leaders in Plantersville have voted to prohibit smoking at local restaurants, businesses and other public buildings.   A new ordinance takes effect July 6 that will ban smoking in the town just east
  • Friday, June 14 2013 11:07 AM EDT2013-06-14 15:07:33 GMT
    Management & Training Corporation (MTC) is pleased to announce Jerry Buscher has been named new warden of the East Mississippi Correctional Facility effective June 17, 2013.   Warden Buscher will replace
    Management & Training Corporation (MTC) is pleased to announce Jerry Buscher has been named new warden of the East Mississippi Correctional Facility effective June 17, 2013.   Warden Buscher will replace
  • Friday, June 14 2013 10:59 AM EDT2013-06-14 14:59:05 GMT
    The Greene County Surveyor has been arrested for crimes in Perry County, confirmed Attorney General Jim Hood today.   Billy Eugene Brewer, 69, who currently serves as Greene County Surveyor, was arrested at
    The Greene County Surveyor has been arrested for crimes in Perry County, confirmed Attorney General Jim Hood today.   Billy Eugene Brewer, 69, who currently serves as Greene County Surveyor, was arrested at
  • Friday, June 14 2013 10:49 AM EDT2013-06-14 14:49:57 GMT
    A Mississippi doctor convicted of orchestrating a $6.9 million Medicaid and Medicare fraud scheme will have her appeal heard in July by federal judges in New Orleans.   Oral arguments in the appeal by
    A Mississippi doctor convicted of orchestrating a $6.9 million Medicaid and Medicare fraud scheme will have her appeal heard in July by federal judges in New Orleans.   Oral arguments in the appeal by
  • Thursday, June 13 2013 5:07 PM EDT2013-06-13 21:07:02 GMT
    The Rev. Jesse Jackson says racial barriers have fallen during the half century since Mississippi civil rights leader Medgar Evers was killed.    But, at an Evers memorial Thursday in Lorman, Miss., Jackson
    The Rev. Jesse Jackson says racial barriers have fallen during the half century since Mississippi civil rights leader Medgar Evers was killed.    But, at an Evers memorial Thursday in Lorman, Miss., Jackson
  • Thursday, June 13 2013 4:46 PM EDT2013-06-13 20:46:04 GMT
    This summer the Mississippi Children's Museum (MCM) will have special Bob the Builder weekly programs and special appearances by Bob himself! These programs will take place in the Bob the Builder—Project:
    This summer the Mississippi Children's Museum (MCM) will have special Bob the Builder weekly programs and special appearances by Bob himself! These programs will take place in the Bob the Builder—Project:
  • Thursday, June 13 2013 4:40 PM EDT2013-06-13 20:40:47 GMT
    The city of Vicksburg hasn't decided what to do with six former transit system buses that are too expensive to run or repair.    Barry Warnock, director of the city's Vehicle Maintenance Department, tells
    The city of Vicksburg hasn't decided what to do with six former transit system buses that are too expensive to run or repair.    Barry Warnock, director of the city's Vehicle Maintenance Department, tells
  • Thursday, June 13 2013 3:21 PM EDT2013-06-13 19:21:16 GMT
    The Mississippi Supreme Court has upheld the conviction of a Lumberton woman sentenced to life in prison for murder in Lamar County.    Natasha Graham was convicted in 2012 of murder and conspiracy to
    The Mississippi Supreme Court has upheld the conviction of a Lumberton woman sentenced to life in prison for murder in Lamar County.    Natasha Graham was convicted in 2012 of murder and conspiracy to
  • Thursday, June 13 2013 12:58 PM EDT2013-06-13 16:58:02 GMT
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced that it has met the goal to hire 1,600 new mental health professionals outlined in President Obama's August 31, 2012, Executive Order to Improve Access
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced that it has met the goal to hire 1,600 new mental health professionals outlined in President Obama's August 31, 2012, Executive Order to Improve Access
  • Thursday, June 13 2013 12:29 PM EDT2013-06-13 16:29:58 GMT
    Faith-based groups and advocates led by the Southern Poverty Law Center and the ACLU are asking Mississippi prison officials to drop plans to close four community work centers.    Inmates in the centers
    Faith-based groups and advocates led by the Southern Poverty Law Center and the ACLU are asking Mississippi prison officials to drop plans to close four community work centers.    Inmates in the centers
  • Thursday, June 13 2013 11:13 AM EDT2013-06-13 15:13:06 GMT
    Today, Congressman Bennie G. Thompson (MS-02) introduced H.R. 2326, a bill directing the Secretary of the Department of Interior to review the homestead of Medgar Evers as a precondition to adding this
    Today, Congressman Bennie G. Thompson (MS-02) introduced H.R. 2326, a bill directing the Secretary of the Department of Interior to review the homestead of Medgar Evers as a precondition to adding this
  • Thursday, June 13 2013 11:07 AM EDT2013-06-13 15:07:57 GMT
    U.S. Senator Thad Cochran (R-Miss.) today reported that Mississippi will receive more than $6.2 million in funding from the U.S. Department of Agriculture to support recovery from recent natural disasters.   The
    U.S. Senator Thad Cochran (R-Miss.) today reported that Mississippi will receive more than $6.2 million in funding from the U.S. Department of Agriculture to support recovery from recent natural disasters.   The
  • Thursday, June 13 2013 10:39 AM EDT2013-06-13 14:39:32 GMT
    A 61-year-old man has been ordered to serve 16 years in prison for stabbing and robbing a woman who was selling shrimp from the back of her van in Waveland.    The Sun Herald reports Larry K. Hurt, of
    A 61-year-old man has been ordered to serve 16 years in prison for stabbing and robbing a woman who was selling shrimp from the back of her van in Waveland.    The Sun Herald reports Larry K. Hurt, of
  • Thursday, June 13 2013 10:22 AM EDT2013-06-13 14:22:27 GMT
    A chance to help a local industry speed up a $30 million investment has prompted the Adams County Board of Supervisors to simplify what had become a complex process to purchase large warehouse near the
    A chance to help a local industry speed up a $30 million investment has prompted the Adams County Board of Supervisors to simplify what had become a complex process to purchase large warehouse near the
  • Thursday, June 13 2013 10:19 AM EDT2013-06-13 14:19:40 GMT
    A 30-year-old man has been arrested after a Vancleave resident told police her 16-year-old daughter came home and told her the man had allegedly touched her inappropriately.    The Mississippi Press reports
    A 30-year-old man has been arrested after a Vancleave resident told police her 16-year-old daughter came home and told her the man had allegedly touched her inappropriately.    The Mississippi Press reports
  • Thursday, June 13 2013 10:15 AM EDT2013-06-13 14:15:32 GMT
    Linda Gale Reed will be arraigned Friday before Copiah County Circuit Judge Lamar Pickard on three counts of embezzlement.    Reed was served with an indictment June 7 at the county jail. The court hearing
    Linda Gale Reed will be arraigned Friday before Copiah County Circuit Judge Lamar Pickard on three counts of embezzlement.    Reed was served with an indictment June 7 at the county jail. The court hearing
  • Thursday, June 13 2013 10:11 AM EDT2013-06-13 14:11:59 GMT
    Vicksburg's three cab companies must have their vehicles inspected this month as part of new city regulations.    The Vicksburg Post reports that the city's Public Transportation Board approved the new
    Vicksburg's three cab companies must have their vehicles inspected this month as part of new city regulations.    The Vicksburg Post reports that the city's Public Transportation Board approved the new
  • Thursday, June 13 2013 10:09 AM EDT2013-06-13 14:09:13 GMT
    A federal judge has dismissed the city of Waveland and its police department as defendants in a lawsuit over the use of stun guns by officers.    WLOX-TV in Biloxi reports that U.S. District Judge Louis
    A federal judge has dismissed the city of Waveland and its police department as defendants in a lawsuit over the use of stun guns by officers.    WLOX-TV in Biloxi reports that U.S. District Judge Louis
  • Wednesday, June 12 2013 5:29 PM EDT2013-06-12 21:29:24 GMT
    On Thursday, June 13, 2013, Secretary of State, Delbert Hosemann, and Hinds County Supervisor, Kenneth I. Stokes, will host a press conference to announce the opening of a new walking trail located in
    On Thursday, June 13, 2013, Secretary of State, Delbert Hosemann, and Hinds County Supervisor, Kenneth I. Stokes, will host a press conference to announce the opening of a new walking trail located in
  • Wednesday, June 12 2013 4:48 PM EDT2013-06-12 20:48:22 GMT
    Hinds Community College is beginning new classes for people who aspire to finish their General Education Development (GED) high school equivalency certificate before the current test expires at the end
    Hinds Community College is beginning new classes for people who aspire to finish their General Education Development (GED) high school equivalency certificate before the current test expires at the end
  • Wednesday, June 12 2013 4:30 PM EDT2013-06-12 20:30:22 GMT
    U.S. Senator Roger Wicker, R-Miss., today spoke on the Senate floor about his priorities for solving America's broken immigration system. Senator Wicker's comments took place during the Senate's discussion
    U.S. Senator Roger Wicker, R-Miss., today spoke on the Senate floor about his priorities for solving America's broken immigration system. Senator Wicker's comments took place during the Senate's discussion
  • Wednesday, June 12 2013 4:16 PM EDT2013-06-12 20:16:46 GMT
    Groups including the STEPS Coalition and Biloxi NAACP chapter are calling for an election on a $21 million city-issued bond to help build a minor league baseball stadium in Biloxi.    The groups say residents
    Groups including the STEPS Coalition and Biloxi NAACP chapter are calling for an election on a $21 million city-issued bond to help build a minor league baseball stadium in Biloxi.    The groups say residents
  • Wednesday, June 12 2013 4:12 PM EDT2013-06-12 20:12:54 GMT
    A female guard at East Mississippi Correctional Facility near Meridian has been charged with having sex with an inmate.    Lauderdale County Sheriff's Maj. Casey McElhenney says 38-year-old Cassandra Davenport
    A female guard at East Mississippi Correctional Facility near Meridian has been charged with having sex with an inmate.    Lauderdale County Sheriff's Maj. Casey McElhenney says 38-year-old Cassandra Davenport
  • Wednesday, June 12 2013 4:09 PM EDT2013-06-12 20:09:34 GMT
    Students at Jackson Academy have completed the first school year in an all-Apple device environment that complements teaching and learning approaches designed for student success in the 21st century. Jackson
    Students at Jackson Academy have completed the first school year in an all-Apple device environment that complements teaching and learning approaches designed for student success in the 21st century. Jackson
  • Wednesday, June 12 2013 3:07 PM EDT2013-06-12 19:07:12 GMT
    Representative George Flaggs (D-Vicksburg) will officially resign as the representative from District 55-Warren County on June 30 after serving in the Mississippi House of Representatives for 26 years.
    Representative George Flaggs (D-Vicksburg) will officially resign as the representative from District 55-Warren County on June 30 after serving in the Mississippi House of Representatives for 26 years.
  • Wednesday, June 12 2013 3:04 PM EDT2013-06-12 19:04:25 GMT
    Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced that USDA is seeking applications from cooperatives to provide technical assistance to small, socially disadvantaged agricultural producers in rural areas.
    Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced that USDA is seeking applications from cooperatives to provide technical assistance to small, socially disadvantaged agricultural producers in rural areas.
  • Wednesday, June 12 2013 3:00 PM EDT2013-06-12 19:00:58 GMT
    Every year an estimated 2.1 million older Americans are victims of elder abuse, neglect or exploitation. And that's only part of the picture: Experts believe that for every case of elder abuse or neglect
    Every year an estimated 2.1 million older Americans are victims of elder abuse, neglect or exploitation. And that's only part of the picture: Experts believe that for every case of elder abuse or neglect
  • Wednesday, June 12 2013 11:29 AM EDT2013-06-12 15:29:24 GMT
    The Pike County Sheriff's Department has started withholding the names of victims in felony cases reported to the media.    Chief Investigator Bruce Fairburn tells the Enterprise-Journal that the release
    The Pike County Sheriff's Department has started withholding the names of victims in felony cases reported to the media.    Chief Investigator Bruce Fairburn tells the Enterprise-Journal that the release
  • Wednesday, June 12 2013 10:49 AM EDT2013-06-12 14:49:48 GMT
    The singer and dancer known as Big Freedia is taking his hypersexual, booty-shaking moves from the streets of New Orleans to cable television with a reality show on the Fuse network.    The performer's
    The singer and dancer known as Big Freedia is taking his hypersexual, booty-shaking moves from the streets of New Orleans to cable television with a reality show on the Fuse network.    The performer's
  • Wednesday, June 12 2013 10:32 AM EDT2013-06-12 14:32:08 GMT
    The judge who oversees Natchez's environmental court says people aren't coming to court in part because the court is working.    Municipal Judge Pro Tem Tony Heidelberg, who oversees the environmental
    The judge who oversees Natchez's environmental court says people aren't coming to court in part because the court is working.    Municipal Judge Pro Tem Tony Heidelberg, who oversees the environmental
  • Wednesday, June 12 2013 10:27 AM EDT2013-06-12 14:27:54 GMT
    A 24-year-old Nettleton man has been charged in a Friday night traffic stop in which a woman was pulled over by a man impersonating a police officer.    Lee County Sheriff Jim Johnson tells the Northeast
    A 24-year-old Nettleton man has been charged in a Friday night traffic stop in which a woman was pulled over by a man impersonating a police officer.    Lee County Sheriff Jim Johnson tells the Northeast
  • Tuesday, June 11 2013 5:23 PM EDT2013-06-11 21:23:05 GMT
    Mississippi Attorney General Jim Hood says Google appears to be removing online videos that give instructions on how to buy drugs without a prescription.    Hood threatened legal action against Google
    Mississippi Attorney General Jim Hood says Google appears to be removing online videos that give instructions on how to buy drugs without a prescription.    Hood threatened legal action against Google
  • Wednesday, June 19 2013 12:49 PM EDT2013-06-19 16:49:02 GMT
    MDOT is reporting maintenance work on both the east and west bound sides of I-20 between Bolton and the Big Black River.I-20 west bound has the left lane closed, and I-20 east bound has the right lane
    MDOT is reporting maintenance work on both the east and west bound sides of I-20 between Bolton and the Big Black River.I-20 west bound has the left lane closed, and I-20 east bound has the right lane
  • Wednesday, June 19 2013 12:47 PM EDT2013-06-19 16:47:54 GMT
    Today the Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) reports one new human case of West Nile virus (WNV) for 2013. The reported case was in Forrest County, bringing the state total for 2013 to two cases.   In
    Today the Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) reports one new human case of West Nile virus (WNV) for 2013. The reported case was in Forrest County, bringing the state total for 2013 to two cases.   In
  • Wednesday, June 19 2013 11:55 AM EDT2013-06-19 15:55:39 GMT
    On Tuesday, June 11, 2013 the individual depicted in the video and photos wearing the purple colored top used a stolen credit card at one of the local businesses in Ridgeland, in an attempt to purchase
    On Tuesday, June 11, 2013 the individual depicted in the video and photos wearing the purple colored top used a stolen credit card at one of the local businesses in Ridgeland, in an attempt to purchase
  • Wednesday, June 19 2013 10:41 AM EDT2013-06-19 14:41:57 GMT
    Amber Alert Canceled: Children Have Been Found Safe
    Amber Alert Canceled: Children Have Been Found Safe
  • Wednesday, June 19 2013 10:19 AM EDT2013-06-19 14:19:22 GMT
    Mayor-Elect Chokwe Lumumba has announced his selection of people to serve on his Transition Executive Committee.  The transition executive committee will be looking at and helping the Mayor-Elect determine
    Mayor-Elect Chokwe Lumumba has announced his selection of people to serve on his Transition Executive Committee.  The transition executive committee will be looking at and helping the Mayor-Elect determine
  • Tuesday, June 18 2013 11:30 PM EDT2013-06-19 03:30:51 GMT
    18-year-old Jimmy Parks is currently charged with disobeying police.
    18-year-old Jimmy Parks is currently charged with disobeying police.
  • Tuesday, June 18 2013 8:10 PM EDT2013-06-19 00:10:04 GMT
    Jackson police are investigating two brazen daylight arm robberies outside two north Jackson churches. Both alleged crimes appear to be related. The most recent robbery happened
    Jackson police are investigating two brazen daylight arm robberies outside two north Jackson churches. Both alleged crimes appear to be related. The most recent robbery happened
  • Tuesday, June 18 2013 6:41 PM EDT2013-06-18 22:41:02 GMT
    A national retailer is opening a store in the Metro, and it's moving into a building that has been vacant for about two years. Home Goods is moving into the old Border's bookstore location at the Dogwood
    METRO – Home Goods and Big Lots are making moves in the Metro.
  • June 18, 2013 11:31 AM 2013-06-18 16:31:22 GMT
    On June 13, 2013, at approximately 1:40 pm, 4 victims were robbed while standing on the parking lot of a church. The victims were approached by 2 black males who displayed a weapon. The suspects demanded
    On June 13, 2013, at approximately 1:40 pm, 4 victims were robbed while standing on the parking lot of a church. The victims were approached by 2 black males who displayed a weapon. The suspects demanded
  • Tuesday, June 18 2013 12:28 PM EDT2013-06-18 16:28:06 GMT
    A Hinds County resident has been arrested a second time for depraved heart murder, announced Attorney General Jim Hood today.   Tracey Lynn Garner (formerly known as Morris Garner), age 52, of Jackson
    A Hinds County resident has been arrested a second time for depraved heart murder, announced Attorney General Jim Hood today.   Tracey Lynn Garner (formerly known as Morris Garner), age 52, of Jackson
  • Tuesday, June 18 2013 11:36 AM EDT2013-06-18 15:36:59 GMT
    We are learning more about a Raymond man facing drunk driving charges in a deadly weekend crash that left a toddler dead. Authorities tell us 29 year-old Brett Matthew Prince is charged with
    We are learning more about a Raymond man facing drunk driving charges in a deadly weekend crash that left a toddler dead.  Brett Matthew Prince, 29, has been charged.
  • Tuesday, June 18 2013 10:54 AM EDT2013-06-18 14:54:01 GMT
    The Jackson County Board of Supervisors wants to see a list of locations that might need weapon restrictions ahead of a new state law that clarifies that people may openly carry guns in Mississippi without
    The Jackson County Board of Supervisors wants to see a list of locations that might need weapon restrictions ahead of a new state law that clarifies that people may openly carry guns in Mississippi without
  • Tuesday, June 18 2013 10:52 AM EDT2013-06-18 14:52:12 GMT
    Campaign workers for Dave Ware who came out 37 votes short of being elected mayor of Hattiesburg have wrapped up their inspection of the ballots.             Mayor Johnny DuPree's campaign workers
    Campaign workers for Dave Ware who came out 37 votes short of being elected mayor of Hattiesburg have wrapped up their inspection of the ballots.             Mayor Johnny DuPree's campaign workers
  • Tuesday, June 18 2013 10:27 AM EDT2013-06-18 14:27:07 GMT
    According to Simpson County Sheriff Kenneth Lewis, Simpson County Adult Detention Center Inmates Patrick McMillan and Billy Jo Gunter walked off a work detail crew in the area of Simpson Hwy 541N near the
    According to Simpson County Sheriff Kenneth Lewis, Simpson County Adult Detention Center Inmates Patrick McMillan and Billy Jo Gunter walked off a work detail crew in the area of Simpson Hwy 541N near the
  • Tuesday, June 18 2013 10:12 AM EDT2013-06-18 14:12:36 GMT
    Four community work centers slated to close in about a month will remain open, Mississippi Department of Corrections Commissioner Christopher B. Epps announced today.   Continuing to operate Bolivar
    Four community work centers slated to close in about a month will remain open, Mississippi Department of Corrections Commissioner Christopher B. Epps announced today.   Continuing to operate Bolivar
  • Monday, June 17 2013 11:50 PM EDT2013-06-18 03:50:06 GMT
    Bulldog fans are feeling really good about Monday night. The Mississippi State University Baseball Team is advancing in the College World Series and supporters
    Bulldog fans are feeling really good about Monday night. The Mississippi State University Baseball Team is advancing in the College World Series and supporters - watching from Capitol Grill in Jackson - were cheering through the final inning.
  • Monday, June 17 2013 5:31 PM EDT2013-06-17 21:31:51 GMT
    Environmental advocates and others are questioning the decision to quit using crews to look for tar balls left by the BP oil spill on Gulf Coast beaches in Alabama, Florida and Mississippi.    The patrols
    Environmental advocates and others are questioning the decision to quit using crews to look for tar balls left by the BP oil spill on Gulf Coast beaches in Alabama, Florida and Mississippi.    The patrols
  • Monday, June 17 2013 2:40 PM EDT2013-06-17 18:40:40 GMT
    We are getting reports of an over turned 18 wheeler on hwy 27 north of Crystal Springs.We are heading that way to check out the scene, stay tuned for more information.
    The accident on Highway 27 has been cleared.
  • Monday, June 17 2013 1:01 PM EDT2013-06-17 17:01:00 GMT
    We're told that police are on the scene of an officer-involved shooting in the Presidential Hills neighborhood. It happened about thirty minutes ago, around 11:15am, in the Abraham Lincoln-James Garfield
    We're told that police are on the scene of an officer-involved shooting in the Presidential Hills neighborhood. It happened about thirty minutes ago, around 11:15am, in the Abraham Lincoln-James Garfield
  • Monday, June 17 2013 12:03 PM EDT2013-06-17 16:03:30 GMT
    Tuition at Mississippi community colleges will increase by an average of about 6 percent this fall.    Of Mississippi's 15 independently governed community colleges, 11 are choosing to raise charges on
    Tuition at Mississippi community colleges will increase by an average of about 6 percent this fall.    Of Mississippi's 15 independently governed community colleges, 11 are choosing to raise charges on
  • Monday, June 17 2013 11:56 AM EDT2013-06-17 15:56:03 GMT
    Memphis-based Southern Airways Express has announced it will begin flights to and from Destin and Panama City in Florida June 20, and then add flights to and from New Orleans by the end of June out of
    Memphis-based Southern Airways Express has announced it will begin flights to and from Destin and Panama City in Florida June 20, and then add flights to and from New Orleans by the end of June out of
  • Monday, June 17 2013 11:40 AM EDT2013-06-17 15:40:34 GMT
    The oldest casino in the South is getting a $100 million makeover. The Isle Casino will reopen at 1 p.m. Friday as the Golden Nugget Casino Biloxi.    The Sun Herald reports that changes range from new
    The oldest casino in the South is getting a $100 million makeover. The Isle Casino will reopen at 1 p.m. Friday as the Golden Nugget Casino Biloxi.    The Sun Herald reports that changes range from new
  • Monday, June 17 2013 11:34 AM EDT2013-06-17 15:34:39 GMT
    A man convicted of failing to register as a sex offender in Mississippi will be re-sentenced because a federal appeals panel threw out his prison term.    Court records show Calvin Windless was convicted
    A man convicted of failing to register as a sex offender in Mississippi will be re-sentenced because a federal appeals panel threw out his prison term.    Court records show Calvin Windless was convicted
  • Monday, June 17 2013 11:14 AM EDT2013-06-17 15:14:03 GMT
    Some defense lawyers are calling for an independent review of cases involving a pathologist whose testimony prompted the Mississippi Supreme Court to overturn two convictions.    Tucker Carrington, head
    Some defense lawyers are calling for an independent review of cases involving a pathologist whose testimony prompted the Mississippi Supreme Court to overturn two convictions.    Tucker Carrington, head
  • Sunday, June 16 2013 11:40 PM EDT2013-06-17 03:40:59 GMT
    Firefighters responded to Eagle Lake Baptist Church after a lightning strike ignited the building Sunday afternoon. Church members said the building on Highway 465 in Vicksburg is a complete loss. The
    Firefighters responded to Eagle Lake Baptist Church after a lightning strike ignited the building Sunday afternoon.
  • Sunday, June 16 2013 8:40 PM EDT2013-06-17 00:40:45 GMT
    The Greater Tree of Life Missionary Baptist Church in Jackson hosts anger management classes, alcohol and drug counseling, parenting workshops, and family life skill sessions.
    The Greater Tree of Life Missionary Baptist Church in Jackson hosts anger management classes, alcohol and drug counseling, parenting workshops, and family life skill sessions.
  • Sunday, June 16 2013 12:11 AM EDT2013-06-16 04:11:40 GMT
    A baby is dead after a drunk driver hit the vehicle he was riding in on Highway 18, authorities said.
    A baby is dead after a drunk driver hit the vehicle he was riding in on Highway 18, authorities said.
  • Saturday, June 15 2013 10:19 PM EDT2013-06-16 02:19:19 GMT
    Two men were arrested in Jackson after having multiple guns and drugs nearby a church.
    Two men were arrested in Jackson after having multiple guns and drugs nearby a church.
  • Saturday, June 15 2013 6:10 PM EDT2013-06-15 22:10:04 GMT
    A family of five in Madison County is safe after having to escape their burning home Saturday morning. Firefighters with Madison County Protective Services said the fire started around 3 a.m. Twelve
    A family of five in Madison County is safe after having to escape their burning home Saturday morning.
  • Saturday, June 15 2013 12:00 AM EDT2013-06-15 04:00:16 GMT
    It's that time of year when the grass and flowers bloom. And for criminals in Warren County, it makes for a perfect time to case yards and homes for lawn equipment. The Warren County Sheriff's Office
    Thieves are on the prowl in Warren County for your lawn equipment.
  • Friday, June 14 2013 8:05 PM EDT2013-06-15 00:05:34 GMT
    In the halls of the Copiah county courthouse, the sound of clanging shackles rang out as accused embezzler Linda Reed was escorted into a courtroom Friday, wearing a pair of orange handcuffs matching
    In the halls of the Copiah county courthouse, the sound of clanging shackles rang out as accused embezzler Linda Reed was escorted into a courtroom Friday, wearing a pair of orange handcuffs matching
  • Friday, June 14 2013 4:40 PM EDT2013-06-14 20:40:27 GMT
    A ground-rattling explosion at a chemical plant in Louisiana ignited a blaze that killed at least one person and injured dozens of others. Louisiana's health department says 77 people were treated at hospitals
    A ground-rattling explosion at a chemical plant in Louisiana ignited a blaze that killed at least one person and injured dozens of others. Louisiana's health department says 77 people were treated at hospitals
  • Friday, June 14 2013 4:16 PM EDT2013-06-14 20:16:05 GMT
    Linda Gale Reed has pleaded not guilty to three counts of embezzlement.    Reed entered the plea Friday in Copiah County Circuit Court in Hazlehurst. Circuit Judge Lamar Pickard denied bail for Reed and
    Linda Gale Reed has pleaded not guilty to three counts of embezzlement.    Reed entered the plea Friday in Copiah County Circuit Court in Hazlehurst. Circuit Judge Lamar Pickard denied bail for Reed and
  • Friday, June 14 2013 3:22 PM EDT2013-06-14 19:22:48 GMT
    Washington County Community Work Center inmate MICHEAL MADDOX, MDOC #181764, left a job site at the National Guard Armory in Greenville this morning. He was last seen about 10:35 a.m.  His state-issued
    Washington County Community Work Center inmate MICHEAL MADDOX, MDOC #181764, left a job site at the National Guard Armory in Greenville this morning. He was last seen about 10:35 a.m.  His state-issued
  • Friday, June 14 2013 2:50 PM EDT2013-06-14 18:50:55 GMT
    Jon Adams aka Johnny Dale Pigg, Jr. is wanted by the Adams County Sheriff's Office on the charge of grand larceny. His is described as a 42 year old white male with brown hair and brown eyes. He is 6
    Jon Adams aka Johnny Dale Pigg, Jr. is wanted by the Adams County Sheriff's Office on the charge of grand larceny. His is described as a 42 year old white male with brown hair and brown eyes. He is 6
  • Friday, June 14 2013 12:54 PM EDT2013-06-14 16:54:28 GMT
    The Mississippi Ethics Commission has cleared the way for six Republican lawmakers to vote on Medicaid issues.   The lawmakers sought ethics guidance because they have potential financial conflicts.   The
    The Mississippi Ethics Commission has cleared the way for six Republican lawmakers to vote on Medicaid issues.   The lawmakers sought ethics guidance because they have potential financial conflicts.   The
  • Friday, June 14 2013 12:06 PM EDT2013-06-14 16:06:19 GMT
    A deadly motorcycle accident is the cause of the I-55 southbound lane closure.MDOT has temporarily closed all southbound lanes of I-55 to allow responders time to clear a motorcycle wreck. Effective immediately. The
    A deadly motorcycle accident is the cause of the I-55 southbound lane closure.MDOT has temporarily closed all southbound lanes of I-55 to allow responders time to clear a motorcycle wreck. Effective immediately. The
  • Friday, June 14 2013 11:50 AM EDT2013-06-14 15:50:29 GMT
    Attorney General Jim Hood has issued an opinion regarding House Bill 2 due to questions submitted by Sheriff Brad Lance of Tate County, Mississippi.
    Attorney General Jim Hood has issued an opinion regarding House Bill 2 due to questions submitted by Sheriff Brad Lance of Tate County, Mississippi.
  • Friday, June 14 2013 11:11 AM EDT2013-06-14 15:11:58 GMT
    MDOT is reporting that an incident has occurred on I-55 Southbound, and has all southbound lanes closed.Motorists are being directed to Gluckstat Rd. Ex 112.The closure is expected to last about 3 hours.Construction
    Traffic Alert:Road Work In Madison & Rankin Counties
  • Hattiesburg Police Search for Answers After Body Found Inside a Home

    Thursday, June 13 2013 7:23 PM EDT2013-06-13 23:23:06 GMT
    According to Lt. Jon Traxler with the Hattiesburg Police Department the body of a man was found around 3 o'clock this afternoon at 201 Willis Avenue. The house was destroyed by a fire years ago. Authorities
    According to Lt. Jon Traxler with the Hattiesburg Police Department the body of a man was found around 3 o'clock this afternoon at 201 Willis Avenue. The house was destroyed by a fire years ago. Authorities
  • Thursday, June 13 2013 5:00 PM EDT2013-06-13 21:00:19 GMT
    Authorities say a Vicksburg woman armed with a copy of a Girl Scouts cookie order form allegedly bilked $1,000 from customers who thought they had placed legitimate orders.    Warren County Sheriff Martin
    Authorities say a Vicksburg woman armed with a copy of a Girl Scouts cookie order form allegedly bilked $1,000 from customers who thought they had placed legitimate orders.    Warren County Sheriff Martin
  • Thursday, June 13 2013 4:17 PM EDT2013-06-13 20:17:09 GMT
    State police say a reported explosion has touched off a fire, injuring people at a petrochemical plant about 20 miles southeast of Baton Rouge.    Louisiana State Police Capt. Doug Cain says he doesn't
    State police say a reported explosion has touched off a fire, injuring people at a petrochemical plant about 20 miles southeast of Baton Rouge.    Louisiana State Police Capt. Doug Cain says he doesn't
  • Thursday, June 13 2013 12:34 PM EDT2013-06-13 16:34:13 GMT
    This morning at approximately 10:15 am the Cleary Fire Department supported by the MS Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks and Rankin County Emergency Operations, recovered the body of 36 year old
    This morning at approximately 10:15 am the Cleary Fire Department supported by the MS Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks and Rankin County Emergency Operations, recovered the body of 36 year old
  • Thursday, June 13 2013 11:21 AM EDT2013-06-13 15:21:54 GMT
    The Democratic leadership in the Mississippi House of Representatives made a decision during the 2013 Regular Legislative Session to vote against appropriating funds for the current Medicaid program twice.  Additionally,
    The Democratic leadership in the Mississippi House of Representatives made a decision during the 2013 Regular Legislative Session to vote against appropriating funds for the current Medicaid program twice.  Additionally,
  • Thursday, June 13 2013 10:59 AM EDT2013-06-13 14:59:04 GMT
    Police say a drunk driver caused about 100 Entergy customers to lose power when he hit a utility pole this morning. The accident happened near the Gallatin Street and Galilee Street intersection. The driver
    Police say a drunk driver caused about 100 Entergy customers to lose power when he hit a utility pole this morning. The accident happened near the Gallatin Street and Galilee Street intersection. The driver
  • Thursday, June 13 2013 10:34 AM EDT2013-06-13 14:34:13 GMT
    MDOT has cleared the I-55 Northbound outside lane for travel between Summit and Bogue Chitto.Traffic should resume as usual.
    MDOT has cleared the I-55 Northbound outside lane for travel between Summit and Bogue Chitto.Traffic should resume as usual.
  • Thursday, June 13 2013 10:25 AM EDT2013-06-13 14:25:05 GMT
    Of the more $100 million in local and state funds Jackson Public Schools plans to spend on salaries in the next school year, 68 percent would go toward instruction, and the remaining $34.5 million on administration
    Of the more $100 million in local and state funds Jackson Public Schools plans to spend on salaries in the next school year, 68 percent would go toward instruction, and the remaining $34.5 million on administration
  • Wednesday, June 12 2013 11:56 PM EDT2013-06-13 03:56:54 GMT
    On June 12, 1963 a bullet killed Medgar Evers in front of his family. His wife, Myrlie, would say at his funeral "you can kill a man, but you can't kill an idea".
    On June 12, 1963 a bullet killed Medgar Evers in front of his family. His wife, Myrlie, would say at his funeral "you can kill a man, but you can't kill an idea".
  • Wednesday, June 12 2013 5:40 PM EDT2013-06-12 21:40:53 GMT
    Authorities say one person was killed and another injured when their single-engine plane apparently struck some power lines as it was landing at a rural east Mississippi airport.    Neither victim in the
    Authorities say one person was killed and another injured when their single-engine plane apparently struck some power lines as it was landing at a rural east Mississippi airport.    Neither victim in the
  • Wednesday, June 12 2013 4:59 PM EDT2013-06-12 20:59:52 GMT
    At 8 a.m. on Wednesday morning rescue crews will restart their search for a Jackson man who jumped off the Swinging Bridge near Byram and into the into the water of the Pearl River. 36-year-old Mark Kuhn
    At 8 a.m. on Wednesday morning rescue crews will restart their search for a Jackson man who jumped off the Swinging Bridge near Byram and into the into the water of the Pearl River.
  • Wednesday, June 12 2013 3:54 PM EDT2013-06-12 19:54:21 GMT
    Gov. Phil Bryant says slain civil rights leader Medgar Evers helped create a "vastly different Mississippi," and a better one, by increasing black voter registration.    Republican Bryant spoke Wednesday
    Gov. Phil Bryant says slain civil rights leader Medgar Evers helped create a "vastly different Mississippi," and a better one, by increasing black voter registration.    Republican Bryant spoke Wednesday
  • Wednesday, June 12 2013 12:43 PM EDT2013-06-12 16:43:23 GMT
    Mississippi corrections officials are investigating the stabbing death of an inmate at the Mississippi State Penitentiary at Parchman.    A news release from the Department of Corrections says prisoner
    Mississippi corrections officials are investigating the stabbing death of an inmate at the Mississippi State Penitentiary at Parchman.    A news release from the Department of Corrections says prisoner
  • Wednesday, June 12 2013 11:54 AM EDT2013-06-12 15:54:39 GMT
    Some of the shrimpers who set out at dawn Tuesday with high hopes for a huge catch came in hours later with just enough of the spiny crustaceans for a decent shrimp boil.    Shrimp season opened at 6 a.m.
    Some of the shrimpers who set out at dawn Tuesday with high hopes for a huge catch came in hours later with just enough of the spiny crustaceans for a decent shrimp boil.    Shrimp season opened at 6 a.m.
  • Wednesday, June 12 2013 11:04 AM EDT2013-06-12 15:04:26 GMT
    A group including Mississippi Gov. Phil Bryant and Mississippi Development Authority Director Brent Christensen will attend next week's Paris Air Show.    MDA will send a five other people besides Christensen.
    A group including Mississippi Gov. Phil Bryant and Mississippi Development Authority Director Brent Christensen will attend next week's Paris Air Show.    MDA will send a five other people besides Christensen.
  • Tuesday, June 11 2013 8:06 PM EDT2013-06-12 00:06:45 GMT
    Mayor-elect Chokwe Lumumba is making transition plans, getting ready to take the oath of office July first as Jackson's next leader. Lumumba says he's examining the organizational charts
    Mayor-elect Chokwe Lumumba is making transition plans, getting ready to take the oath of office July first as Jackson's next leader. Lumumba says he's examining the organizational charts
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