Jackson Man faces 10 Years for Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon
Jackson, Miss. – A Jackson man was sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for possession of a firearm by a convicted felon. According to court documents, Marcus Allen Brown, 44, was found with a firearm after Jackson Police responded to a reported disturbance at an apartment complex. At the time, Brown already had multiple […]
Pearl River man to serve 9 years for possession of around 400 images of child pornography
Jackson, MS – A Pearl River man was sentenced to nine years in federal prison for possession of child pornography. According to court documents, William Henry, 52, possessed approximately 400 pornographic images of children that were under the age of twelve. Henry was indicted by a federal grand jury in September 2020, and pled guilty […]
Jackson man arrested in alleged house burglary attempt in Madison
A man has been arrested on multiple charges after he allegedly broke into a home in Madison. According to Madison Police Department, around 4:03 a.m. Friday, officers responded to the area of Calumet Drive concerning a man who was seen on the back porch of a home. The homeowner had also observed the man around […]
Hurricanes and Tropical Storms and how we categorize them
You’re probably watching Helene today, hopefully from a safe and dry location. We’re no strangers to hurricanes and tropical storms here in Mississippi, but it’s always good to refresh our memories on what all this stuff means! The hurricane category system in the United States, known as the Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale, classifies hurricanes based […]
Friday Weather: Rain and wind north of I-20
Numerous showers today, primarily north of I-20. Elsewhere, mostly clear skies are expected. High temps will range from the lower 70s to lower 80s. Showers will continue north of I-20 tonight. Lows will be in the lower 60s. Darkhorse Weather is brought to you by Complete Exteriors. Specializing in roofing and gutter replacement and repairs, […]
Leflore County deputies search for soybean thieves
According to Greenwood Leflore Carroll County Crime Stoppers, there are some soybean thieves out there. Brown Farms is offering a $2500 reward to anyone who can offer information leading to the arrest of the person or people involved in the theft of some soybeans. Officials say the soybeans were taken from the storage bins at […]
Picayune Police Department make multiple drug arrests on Thursday
Picayune Police Department made several drug arrests on Thursday, according to a release. On Thursday, detectives with the Picayune Police Department Special Operations Division conducted a probable cause traffic stop on a red Nissan Sentra at Palestine Road near Union School Road. During the stop probable cause was established to search the vehicle. The driver, […]
Perkinston man arrested in child sex case
Stone County deputies have arrested a man they say is involved in a child sex case. According to a Facebook post from the Stone County Sheriff’s Department, on September 13 investigators received a report from Stone County Child Protective Services stating three children were possibly being sexually assaulted. During the course of the investigation, evidence […]
Oxford Police Department releases University of Kentucky game day plans
OXFORD, MISS – To ensure that everyone has a fun and safe time celebrating, the Oxford Police Department will have an increased presence in and around the downtown Square area. Their goal is to be proactive in preventing any disturbances or unsafe activities, and as always, do not hesitate to contact them should the need […]
Iuka man arrested on felony drug charges
An Iuka man was arrested on drug charges in Tishomingo county recently. The Tishomingo County Sheriff’s Office says they have recorded numerous Felony Drug Arrest over the past few weeks, and one of them took place September 17th. Tishomingo County deputies and Mississippi Highway Patrol troopers stopped 49-year-old James Henry Bray of Iuka on Hwy […]