Reports: Hinds County District Attorney Jody Owens accused of threatening man with gun
Several documents released by the Department of Public Safety were heavily redacted when it came to an alleged altercation between Hinds County District Attorney Jody Owens and a man who claimed Owens was romantically involved with his girlfriend. WLBT reporter CJ LeMaster was able to access an exclusive copy of the unredacted incident report, however, […]
Pearl fire department knocks down afternoon blaze
The city of Pearl is crediting a quick response by Pearl firefighters with knocking down a house fire on Nancy Street Tuesday afternoon. A social media release from the city states that the homeowner escaped serious injury and was assisted by first responders. The cause of the fire is under investigation.
City of Brandon announces new police chief
New Brandon Police Chief Wayne Dearman joins the ranks the first week of October after a career that includes decades of local and state law enforcement as well as time in the military. Chief Dearman replaces retiring Chief William Thompson. Thompson dedicated 27 years of service to his career in law enforcement, nine of which […]
Napoleon Edwards pleads not guilty in fatal shooting of Bobby Davis
According to WJTV, a local social media and radio personality accused of killing a community activist has pleaded not guilty to his murder. William “Polo” Napoleon Edwards is accused in the death of Better Society Founder Bobby Davis. Heappeared in court on Tuesday after being indicted for murder and felon in possession of a firearm […]
STEPPING UP TO SERVE: Jackson Florist Giving Away Roses For 28th Annual “Good Neighbor Day”
Greenbrook Flowers in Jackson, is stepping up to serve and celebrating their 28th annual “Good Neighbor Day” tomorrow, September 14th. The flower shop described the day as a simple thought: “Receive one dozen roses for free, keep one rose for yourself and give eleven roses away to eleven different people in friendship and love.” […]
Hattiesburg Police Looking for Missing 45-Year-Old Man
Hattiesburg Police are asking for the public’s help finding a missing person. 45-year-old Frederick Tyler, originally of New Orleans Louisiana, was reported missing to the Hattiesburg Police Department. He was last seen on July 30, 2022, at a family members home off William Carey Parkway. He left with two other individuals in a silver Mazda, […]
Brookhaven Animal Rescue League Hosting Wine & Spirits Tasting Fundraiser Event
The Brookhaven Animal Rescue League is hosting a fundraiser September 22 called “Canines, Cats, & Corks”. This wine and spirits tasting event is sponsored by Brookway Wine and Spirits. All of the proceeds will benefit the Brookhaven Animal Rescue League. The event will take place at the Brookhaven Building at 1154 Beltline Drive in Brookhaven […]
50-year-old Killed After Crash In Stone County
On Monday, September 12, at approximately 12:20 pm, the Mississippi Highway Patrol responded to a deadly crash on Highway 26 in Stone County. A 2015 Nissan Altima driven by 50-year-old Delores Richardson of Poplarville, MS, was traveling West on Highway 26. The vehicle left the road and collided with several trees. Delores Richardson died from […]
Okolona man arrested in connection with Oxford sexual assault
A man is in custody in connection with a sexual assault that took place in Oxford earlier this month. According to Oxford Police Department, officers responded to Baptist Memorial Hospital North Mississippi for a reported sexual assault on Sept. 1. During the course of the investigation, authorities learned that the suspect was Dvanta Heard, 21, […]
Fire at David’s Grocery in Jones County allegedly started when truck crashed into building
The Jones County Sheriff’s Department is investigating an overnight incident that caused extreme damage to a Jones County business. David’s Grocery, located at 959 Lower Myrick Road, was struck by a pickup truck allegedly driven by Kalyn Gail Jones, 21. The crash ignited a blaze which caused heavy fire and smoke damage to the iconic […]