Missing Marion County Woman Found Dead in Wooded Area, Sheriff Says
MARION COUNTY, Miss. — A Marion County woman who had been the subject of a recent missing person search has been found dead, according to the Marion County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff Berkley Hall said Catherine Ann Martin was located deceased in a wooded area. Additional details, including the cause and manner of death, were not […]
Buddhist Monks Walking for Peace to Pause in Jackson Along Natchez Trace
JACKSON, Miss. — A group of Buddhist monks walking across the country on a “Walk for Peace” are expected to continue their journey through Mississippi on Tuesday as they head toward Jackson along the Natchez Trace Parkway. Organizers said Monday that Day 45 of the 120-day, 2,300-mile trek will bring the group closer to the […]
Kemper County Deputies Safe After Patrol Unit Struck During Domestic Call
KEMPER COUNTY, Miss. — A Kemper County patrol vehicle was struck by an alleged impaired driver Saturday night while deputies were finishing a domestic disturbance call in the Porterville community, authorities said. According to the Kemper County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded around 9:30 p.m. on Dec. 6, 2026, to a residence on Townsend Road. Patrol […]
No Bond for Alleged Revere Street Shooter; Second Suspect Granted $25K Bond
JACKSON — A municipal judge on Monday denied bond for a man charged in the fatal shooting of 36-year-old Krishawn Course, while a second defendant in the case was granted a $25,000 bond, according to the Jackson Police Department. The bond rulings stem from a Dec. 5 incident in the 2800 block of Revere Street, […]
Woman in critical condition after hit by vehicle in Jackson
A woman is in critical condition after she was hit by a vehicle while walking near W. Amite Street. At approximately 10:33 a.m. on December 8th, Capitol Police officers responded to the call. When officers arrived, they found a female who had been struck. She was taken to a nearby hospital in critical condition. This […]
Two dead in Brookhaven shooting Monday identified
Two people are dead in a shooting in Brookhaven Monday, according to authorities. Lincoln County Coroner Blake Wallace confirmed that the victims were fatally shot on North Jackson Street in Brookhaven. They have been identified as Tiara Jenkins, 29, and Samuel Seals, 27. A third person went to Kings Daughters Medical Center in a private […]
Wingard Home needs community’s help to find job opportunities for residents ready to enter workforce
JACKSON, Miss. — A Jackson-area ministry that helps people transition out of homelessness is asking the community for job opportunities for two of its residents who are ready to reenter the workforce. In a recent post, Wingard Home said it is seeking employment for a young mother of two who is interested in any type […]
Tunica Humane Society Asks for Volunteers to Help Tackle ‘Mountain’ of Laundry
TUNICA, Miss. — The Tunica Humane Society is asking for volunteers to help wash blankets and towels as the shelter works to keep its animals warm and dry during cold, wet weather. Shelter staff said their large-capacity washing machine runs almost nonstop and can handle about eight loads a day, but that still isn’t enough […]
Starkville police investigating pharmacy burglary
STARKVILLE, Miss. — Starkville police are investigating a pharmacy burglary that may be connected to similar crimes in the region. Around 5:45 a.m. Friday, officers responded to a report of a burglary at a pharmacy in the 600 block of South Jackson Street, according to the Starkville Police Department. Investigators said the break-in appears similar […]
How to keep your Christmas tree from being a fire hazard
JACKSON — Fire safety is important year-round, but there are specific tips to keep in mind at Christmas to protect you and your family. “Use holiday decorations made with flame-retardant or non-combustible materials. Carefully inspect new and used light strings and replace damaged items before plugging lights in. My biggest tip is do not overload […]