Magee police charge two in separate weekend shootings
The Magee Police Department says two people have been charged in connection with two separate shootings over the weekend. For the Friday incident, officers charged Zaccary Hall with shooting into a vehicle, aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, shooting into a dwelling, and a local warrant. Investigators said additional arrests are expected in this case. […]
Lucedale man arrested in child molestation case
The George County Sheriff’s Office has arrested 27-year-old Winstom Chatom, of Lucedale, in connection with an ongoing child molestation investigation. Deputies say Chatom was taken into custody on October 30, 2025, and charged with Touching of a Child for Lustful Purposes (Molesting). After an initial appearance before George County Justice Court Judge Mike Bullock, bond […]
Cocaine and marijuana seized in Lamar County; one arrested
The Mississippi Bureau of Narcotics says agents seized cocaine, marijuana, cash, firearms, and a vehicle during a Monday search of a residence in Hattiesburg, Lamar County. MBN identified the suspect as Rodney Jermaine Cooper, 43, who was arrested on charges of possession of a firearm by a convicted felon, aggravated trafficking of cocaine while in […]
Greenville man charged with attempted murder after stabbing on Cately Street
A Greenville man has been charged with attempted murder following a Saturday stabbing that left a victim in critical condition, according to the Greenville Police Department. Officers responded November 2 to a disturbance in the 400 block of Cately Street. Witnesses told police a man had been stabbed and the attacker fled. After a short […]
Ridgeland woman arrested in $500 shoplifting at Relish Home Accents
A Ridgeland woman has been arrested in connection with a weekend shoplifting that targeted a Gluckstadt boutique, authorities said. Gluckstadt Police Chief Barry W. Hale said officers were notified around lunchtime Saturday, Nov. 1, of a theft at Relish Home Accents. Store representatives reported more than $500 in merchandise was taken. Investigators canvassed nearby businesses […]
Southaven woman sentenced to 25 years for 2023 murder
District Attorney Matthew Barton announced that Erin Malchow, 40, of Southaven, has been sentenced to 25 years in the custody of the Mississippi Department of Corrections after pleading guilty to second-degree murder in the death of Harvey Satterfield, 65. The crime occurred on September 17, 2023, in Southaven. Investigators said Malchow bludgeoned Satterfield, who later […]
Tuesday Weather: Chilly start, warming up to low 70s
It will be cold this morning, with temperatures warming up to the low seventies by mid afternoon. The warming trend continues, with temps in the 80s by the end of the week.
Go to the polls, it’s “Use Your Common Sense Day!” No really. It is.
November 4 is “Use Your Common Sense Day,” and today it coincides with Election Day. (Even though every day should be Use Your Common Sense Day, in America now we have to make a holiday to remind people… but anyway.) It’s a timely reminder that no matter what your party is, sound judgment and practical […]
Ridgeland Fire Department helps veterans build new careers in emergency services
RIDGELAND – The Ridgeland Fire Department is creating new opportunities for military veterans to continue their commitment to service — this time in the field of emergency response. Led by Chief Jonathan Posey, a veteran who understands the challenges of transitioning to civilian life, the department has launched an Apprenticeship Program for Emergency Medical Technician–Basic […]
MSU is state’s only public university growing 10 of past 11 years
STARKVILLE — Mississippi State is seeing another record-breaking enrollment this fall and a 12.6% surge in first-time students, positioning the university as the state’s only public higher education institution to grow 10 of the past 11 years. As the No. 1 college choice for high school graduates in Mississippi, MSU is recording a total of […]