Victim of McComb Tuesday afternoon homicide identified
UPDATE: The victim of Tuesday night’s shooting has been identified as Drequan “Draco” Brumfield, age 23. ORIGINAL STORY: Police officers in McComb are working a homicide Tuesday night. According to Police Chief Juan Cloy, just before 3 PM officers responded to a call regarding a subject lying facedown in a ditch, unresponsive. Polce arrived […]
Jackson Man Sentenced to Over 22 Years in Prison for Brandishing a Firearm During Convenience Store Robberies
A Jackson man was sentenced to 274 months in federal prison for brandishing a firearm during two convenience store robberies. He was also ordered to pay $5105 in restitution. According to court documents and admissions during public court proceedings, 35-year-old Kenneth Edwards Lewis, Jr., used a firearm during the commission of two convenience store robberies along […]
Hattiesburg Man Arrested on Attempted Murder and Armed Robbery Charges
Early this morning, 45-year-old Kenneth Taylor Jr., was arrested by deputies from the Lamar County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO) on warrants for attempted murder and armed robbery. The arrest took place just after midnight at a hotel on the 100 block of Westover Drive in Hattiesburg. Taylor, who was wanted by the Purvis Police Department, was […]
Echoes of the Mississippi: Greetings from Spain!
In 1537, the land now known as Mississippi was a lush, verdant expanse, inhabited by a rich tapestry of indigenous cultures. This region was home to a diverse array of Native American tribes, each with its own distinct social structures and traditions. Along the Gulf Coast, the Acolapissa, Biloxi, and Pascagoula tribes thrived, engaging in […]
Community Cancer Benefit To Be Held For Hattiesburg Woman Battling Cancer
A community cancer benefit for a Hattiesburg woman battling cancer is happening this weekend. The event is to help Jessica Walters Thurmond. It will be held on August 31st, from 1 pm to 6 pm, at The Moose Lodge, located at 308 W Hills Dr, Hattiesburg, MS 39402. The event aims to raise funds and […]
Insurance Commissioner: How to find the best insurance agent and coverage
JACKSON, Miss. – The Mississippi Insurance Department often gets calls regarding insurance rate increases and how to reduce the cost of insurance premiums. One thing you should do is shop around for the best coverage and that means interviewing agents to find the right one for you. Looking for an agent in your area? Here […]
Brandon Man Arrested After Standoff in Richland Neighborhood
A standoff ended peacefully on Thursday morning when James Chandler Martin, a wanted individual, was taken into custody by the Rankin County Sheriff’s Department at a home on Sundance Circle. The incident began around 9:51 a.m. when deputies attempted to serve a felony arrest warrant on Martin at his home at 256 Sundance Circle. Upon […]
19-Year-Old Drowns In Homochitto River In Franklin County
A 19-year-old drowned in the Homochitto River near Rosetta on Sunday. According to authorities, he was on an outing with family and friends when he waded into deep water and was unable to swim. WLBT reports that the body was identified as Joe Luis Galindo, of Hammond, Louisiana. Franklin County Sheriff Tindle told WLBT that […]
Celebrate National Peach Day with us!
The peach’s journey from ancient China to American tables is as sweet as the fruit itself. Dating back over 4,000 years, peaches were more than just a treat in ancient Asia; they were a prized commodity along the legendary Silk Road, a busy trade route connecting the East and West. The sweet, fuzzy fruit made […]
Prentiss County Man Arrested After Allegedly Shooting At Home With Kids And Adults On Porch
The Prentiss County Sheriff’s Department has arrested 45-year-old Jason Keith Hall, of Booneville, following an incident on the night of August 23, involving shots fired at a home on County Road 7090. According to the sheriff’s department, deputies responded to a call reporting that shots had been fired toward a house while several adults and […]