Traffic stop on Highway 26 in Pearl River County leads to felony narcotics arrest
A routine traffic stop Sunday evening on Highway 26 near Poplarville resulted in the arrest of a Louisiana man on narcotics-related charges, according to the Pearl River County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies said that around 7:02 p.m. on Oct. 12, 2025, Deputy Malley Bilbo stopped a red Chevrolet Equinox with a Louisiana tag for speeding. The […]
55+ pounds of marijuana seized during search warrant; Tupelo man charged with trafficking
A narcotics investigation led to a large marijuana seizure on the 2600 block of McCullough Boulevard, authorities said. According to the North Mississippi Narcotics Unit (NMNU), working with the Mississippi Bureau of Narcotics (MBN), agents had been investigating complaints involving the sale of controlled substances by Anfernee Travezz Owens. On Oct. 8, 2025, NMNU and […]
Columbus police looking for man wanted for machine gun conversion device
The Columbus Police Department is asking for the public’s help to find Chandler Burnett, who also goes by “Chingy.” Police say Burnett is wanted for possession of a machine gun conversion device. Anyone who knows his whereabouts is urged to contact the Columbus Police Department or submit an anonymous tip through GTA Crime Stoppers. All […]
Oxford police arrest man for allegedly stealing someone’s phone
A man is in custody after he allegedly stole a cell phone. On May 8, 2025, a detective with the Oxford Police Department spoke with a victim whose phone had been stolen. The victim also noticed money being taken out of her account. Detectives identified the suspect as 18-year-old Cornelius Humphries from Oxford. He was […]
Grenada School District cancels all homecoming tailgating
Citing “recent events” at high school and college homecoming activities across Mississippi, the Grenada School District announced it will cancel all tailgating associated with homecoming. District officials said GSD is following a strong recommendation from the Mississippi High School Activities Association (MHSAA) and is also encouraging the cancellation of any other tailgating events. Further updates […]
Monroe County man sentenced to 25 years day-for-day for second-degree murder
46-year-old Lewis Shaun Cantrell pleaded guilty Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2025, to second-degree murder in the Jan. 13, 2024 killing of Jimmy Glenn Davis in Monroe County, according to the First Circuit District Attorney’s Office. Circuit Court Judge Kelly Mims sentenced Cantrell to 40 years in the custody of the Mississippi Department of Corrections, with 15 […]
Biloxi police need help identifying suspect in $700 credit card fraud case
Biloxi police are asking for the public’s help to identify a man suspected of credit card fraud. According to a release from Captain Matthew Dedual on October 13 a man allegedly used a stolen credit card to make a purchase exceeding $700 in the 1600 block of Elizabeth Boulevard in Biloxi. Anyone with information is […]
Angel Tree Registration Day Two underway in Jackson
The Salvation Army’s Angel Tree Registration continues today (Day Two) from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Corps Community Center, 570 E. Beasley Rd., Jackson, MS 39206, serving families in Hinds, Madison, and Rankin counties. The program is open to children ages 0–12 and seniors 65+. All applicants must apply in person, and no […]
Mississippi’s Face Transplant Survivor Shares His Story of Faith, Resilience on ABC’s “Nightline”
MISSISSIPPI — Pat Hardison, the Mississippi firefighter who survived one of the world’s most extensive face transplants, will appear on ABC’s Nightline tonight in a follow-up interview with Emmy-winning anchor Juju Chang. The segment revisits Hardison’s story of faith, resilience and second chances, themes that are also the focus of his new memoir, Facing the […]
Claiborne County sheriff: No after-parties following Fayette–Port Gibson game amid safety concerns
Citing recent violence at school sporting events across the state, the Claiborne County Sheriff’s Office announced there will be no after-parties or unauthorized gatherings following Friday night’s Fayette vs. Port Gibson football game. Officials said law enforcement will have an increased presence in and around the area, and any events not approved through proper channels […]