UPDATE: George County deputy killed in the line of duty identified
A George County deputy was killed in the line of duty Thursday night after he stopped a suspect who shot him. A release from the George County Sheriff’s Department says Deputy Jeremy Malone was conducting a traffic stop near the intersection of Highway 98 and Brushy Creek Road. The suspect fled to Perry County where […]
Mississippi Legislature’s Tax Cut Boosted State’s Economic Standing In 2023
Following the passage of the largest tax cut in Mississippi’s history in 2022, the state has garnered national attention for its economic strides. Notably, a recent report from “Rich States, Poor States” revealed Mississippi’s improved rankings in both Economic Outlook and Economic Performance. Rich States, Poor States assesses states’ economic competitiveness using various variables, with […]
Indianola man sentenced to more than 12 years on federal charges in Minnesota
An Indianola man was sentenced today in St. Paul, Minnesota to serve more than a dozen years in prison for the armed robbery of a Backyard Burgers restaurant in Cleveland, Mississippi, and other gun crimes he committed in Minnesota. According to court documents, Ladarius Snipes, 27, previously pled guilty in the U.S. District Court for […]
One Killed, Two Injured After Two Separate Shootings In McComb
According to WLBT, the McComb Police Department is investigating two separate shootings that injured two people and killed a 20-year-old. Chestnut Street Shooting: Police said the shootings both happened Wednesday night. The first one happened around 5:30 p.m. on Chestnut Street. A man named Charles Bullock has been charged with two counts of aggravated assault. […]
MS Dept. Of Public Safety Says Multiple Threats Received Across State
After a bomb threat at the State Capitol yesterday, the Mississippi Dept. of Public Safety shared on social media platforms that multiple threats have been received across the state. The locations vary, and they said that emergency procedures are being followed at each location. If you have any information on anything related to this, please […]
8 Puppies Dumped In Rural Field In Need Of Short-Term Foster In Jackson
A rescue called Rescue Revolution in the Jackson metro area put out a cry for help on Facebook about the cutest pile of puppies they recently rescued. The eight Shepherd mix puppies were dumped in a pasture in a rural area. The property owner has been taking care of them the best she can, but […]
Mississippi Children’s Museum to host Storytelling Festival Jan. 13
Traditions are passed down through generations with stories, songs, and activities. Bring your children to the Mississippi Children’s Museum to experience the fun of storytelling together on January 13 from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. On this special day, join us as we celebrate Mississippi’s finest storytellers from our past and listen to those with us now. […]
Southaven Police Chief Macon Moore retires
In a formal and heartfelt statement, Police Chief Macon Moore announces his retirement from the Southaven Police Department effective January 30th. With a legacy spanning 34 years of committed service, Chief Moore expresses deep gratitude for the unwavering support of the department, colleagues, and the community throughout his tenure. Chief Moore reflects on significant achievements […]
Mississippi receives A grade for financial literacy in high schools
Mississippi is one of seven states to receive an A grade in the 2023 National Report Card on State Efforts to Improve Financial Literacy in High Schools released this month. Other states receiving A grades are Alabama, Iowa, Missouri, Tennessee, Utah and Virginia. The report was produced by the Center for Financial Literacy at Champlain […]
Illinois Man Pleads Guilty to Failure to Register as a Sex Offender in Mississippi
A Peoria, Illinois man pled guilty to failure to register as a sex offender in Mississippi. According to court documents, 47-year-old Shontia Berry, was convicted in 2009 of a sex offense that required him to register as a sex offender for life in any jurisdiction in which he resides, works, or attends school. The Mississippi […]