Man sentenced to 10 years for meth trafficking after plea in Lee County
A man was sentenced to 10 years for meth trafficking in Lee County. 35-year-old Bryson Jamal Whitfield has been sentenced to 10 years in the custody of the Mississippi Department of Corrections after pleading guilty to felony trafficking of methamphetamine, District Attorney Jason D. Herring announced. Senior Circuit Judge Paul S. Funderburk ordered Whitfield to […]
UPDATE: 11-year-old expected to recover after shot during tailgating at JSU stadium
After a weekend of several shootings at various homecoming games across the state, Capitol Police said they responded to a shooting at Jackson State University Saturday. PIO Bailey Martin said around 7:00 p.m. officers responded to JSU stadium in the tailgating area for a person shot. A juvenile was shot in the abdomen and transported […]
Newton police looking for missing bull last seen near N. Pilate Ave.
The Newton Police Department is asking for the public’s help locating a bull last seen on Friday, Oct. 10. Yes, you read that right…a bull. He was last seen in the area of N. Pilate Avenue and Chapman Street. Anyone with information is urged to contact the Newton Police Department at (601) 683-2042.
Fundraiser Created for Family of Wiggins Man Killed in George County Crash
LUCEDALE — A fundraiser has been launched to support the family of a Wiggins man who was struck and killed Saturday night while walking along Highway 612 in George County. According to the Mississippi Highway Patrol, 26-year-old Tyler Hunt was walking west on the highway around 9 p.m. on Oct. 11 when he was hit […]
Harrison County deputies seek man wanted for possession of a stolen firearm
The Harrison County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help to locate Ty’Querrius Keaunte Jenkins, who is wanted for Possession of a Stolen Firearm. If you have information on Jenkins’ whereabouts, contact Crime Stoppers by downloading the P3 Tips app or by calling **TIPS. To qualify for a reward, information must be submitted through […]
New Musical “Rey of Light” at Southern Miss Honors Legacy of Curious George Creators
By Dr. Mike Lopinto University of Southern Mississippi HATTIESBURG — The de Grummond Children’s Literature Collection at The University of Southern Mississippi will host a one-night-only presentation of Rey of Light, a new musical with book by Jen Cohen and music and lyrics by Nicky Phillips. The musical is inspired by the extraordinary lives of H.A. […]
Woman found dead at Clinton apartment; homicide investigation underway
A woman was found dead at a Clinton apartment complex today. According to Hinds County Coroner Jeramiah Howard, she was found dead at Windsor Village on Woodstone Road. The victim has not been identified, but she is a 45-year-old woman. We will keep you updated on this developing story.
Man found shot in head inside home on Liberty Street in Jackson
A man was found dead in Jackson today around 10:30 a.m. A person came to a home on Liberty Street and found a man dead inside the home. According to Interim Police Chief Tyree Jones, a black male was found shot in the head at least one time in a home on the 3700 block […]
Hattiesburg man killed in Highway 84 crash in Lincoln County
LINCOLN COUNTY — A Hattiesburg man was killed Saturday night after his pickup truck ran off the road and hit an embankment in Lincoln County, authorities said. According to the Mississippi Highway Patrol, the crash happened around 9:19 p.m. Oct. 11 on Highway 84. Troopers said a 2018 Ford F-150 driven by 63-year-old Melvin Thompson […]
Vicksburg man with missing teen in vehicle killed in crash while running from Lawrence County deputies
LAWRENCE COUNTY — A Vicksburg man who was killed early Sunday when the vehicle he was driving overturned during a law enforcement pursuit in Lawrence County had a missing juvenile in the vehicle with him, authorities said. According to the Mississippi Highway Patrol, the crash happened around 1:18 a.m. on Oct. 12 on Highway 43. […]