One dead, multiple injured in shooting at Jackson gas station
Jackson Police officers are investigating a shooting with multiple victims in the 3300 block of Bailey Avenue at Friends Corner Food Mart. Police said at least three people were injured. Capitol police and the Hinds County Coroner are also on scene. At least one person has died. Interim Jackson Police Chief Tyree Jones said this […]
State Auditor’s Office Joins ICE’s 287(g) Program, Will Train Agents for Immigration Enforcement Support
The Mississippi Office of the State Auditor (OSA) has entered into an agreement with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement to train and approve select OSA agents to carry out certain immigration enforcement functions in Mississippi when needed, State Auditor Shad White announced Tuesday. “ICE agents and the Trump administration are working hard to stop illegal […]
Jackson Hosts Public Listening Session Tonight for Next Police Chief
The City of Jackson, in coordination with the Jackson Police Department, will hold its next public listening session for the city’s police chief selection process tonight, Tuesday, September 30, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church (Miller Hall), 1390 N. State Street. Residents who cannot attend in person are encouraged to share their […]
Suspect arrested after Prentiss County man found dead with gunshot wound to chest
On Sunday, September 28, officers in Prentiss County were called about a shooting on County Road 5401. Deputy Brumley and Arnola responded and found a man who had died from what appeared to be a gunshot wound to the chest. Two men and one woman were detained for questioning. As a result of the investigation […]
Pontotoc County man arrested for allegedly beating up sleeping 21-year-old man
The Criminal Investigation Division (CID) has announced the arrest of 26-year-old Jarrion Jahmaal Dandridge of Pontotoc County, on felony charges of Aggravated Assault and Burglary—Home Invasion. According to investigators, the charges stem from an incident on September 14, in the Strawbridge Road area. Authorities allege Dandridge entered a home, kicked in an interior door, and […]
Sex Offender Working As Handyman Arrested After Allegedly Luring Child To Shed in Jones County
The Jones County Sheriff’s Department has arrested registered sex offender 47-year-old Jason Sandy Blackledge, on a charge of Lustful Touching involving a juvenile female under the age of 10 years. The Sheriff’s Department said the incident happened Sunday at a home where Blackledge was doing handyman work for a family. He allegedly lured a young […]
STEPPING UP TO SERVE: Madison First Graders Donate Carload of Supplies to Local Animal Shelter
Madison-Ridgeland Academy first graders turned compassion into action this week, selecting a local animal shelter as their class service project and delivering a car packed full of donated supplies. Teachers and parents helped organize the effort, which drew contributions from dozens of families. Shelter staff said the donation included much-needed items to support daily care—everything […]
Gulfport Police arrest 18-year-old in drive-by shooting investigation
The Gulfport Police Department has arrested 18-year-old Henry Chonggong Fomunyam on a charge of drive-by shooting in connection with an incident reported Friday afternoon. Police said the case stems from September 26, 2025, at about 2:27 p.m., when officers responded to the area of Trailwood Drive and Cypress Court for reports of gunfire. Responding officers […]
Stolen vehicle recovered in Kemper County
A stolen vehicle was recovered after being stolen in Kemper County. The 2002 Chevrolet Trailblazer (Mississippi Tag KMA-195) reported stolen on Monday, September 22 has been located thanks to a tip received by the Kemper County Sheriff’s Office. The sheriff’s department said the vehicle is in the process of being returned to its rightful owner. […]
Three teens arrested after student found dead on Leigh Avenue in Grenada
Three juveniles were arrested in the death of a high school student in Grenada. The victim was identified as Ayden Reno. Grenada police said they were called on September 22 to the 700 block of Leigh Avenue in regards to an unresponsive person. Officers said they found Ayden Reno, and he was pronounced deceased at […]