Goon Squad Victim arrested in Louisiana, allegedly with gun and drugs
MADISON PARISH, La. — Louisiana law enforcement officials confirmed that Eddie Terrell Parker, one of two men who later won a civil lawsuit stemming from the Rankin County “Goon Squad” case, was arrested Wednesday night and is being held in a northeast Louisiana jail on multiple charges, some of which may be federal. Louisiana State […]
South Central Taps Sanders for Foundation and Marketing Leadership
Press Release Written by: Anna Gale Alexander LAUREL – South Central Regional Medical Center is proud to announce the hiring of Susan Sanders as the Executive Director of the SC Health Care Foundation and Marketing Department. Sanders is an experienced, results-driven nonprofit leader with extensive experience in health care philanthropy, public relations and event management. […]
Jackson Police Searching for Woman Who Left Treatment Facility While in Custody
JACKSON – The Jackson Police Department is asking for the public’s help locating Alisha Amos, 32, who was reported missing after leaving a treatment facility in Jackson. Police said Amos was receiving treatment at The Friendship Connection, a facility located in the 1400 block of Raymond Road. Authorities said Amos was in the custody of […]
Audit: Mississippi Teachers Among Lowest Paid in U.S., Even After Cost-of-Living Adjustment
JACKSON — Mississippi has the lowest average teacher salaries in the nation and the third-lowest when adjusted for cost of living, according to a new report from the Mississippi Office of the State Auditor. State Auditor Shad White said the findings show that even with Mississippi’s lower cost of living, teachers in the state remain […]
Starkville Fire Department Mourns Death of Firefighter Caleb Cistrunk
STARKVILLE — The Starkville Fire Department is mourning the loss of Firefighter Caleb Cistrunk, officials announced. In a statement, the department said Firefighter Cistrunk was a valued member of the fire service, known for his dedication, selflessness and commitment to serving others. His death has deeply affected his fellow firefighters and the community he served. […]
DARKHORSE DOGS: Dorothy, the “Professional People Lover” Needs A Home
There’s a people-loving dog named Dorothy waiting on her home at Corinth-Alcorn Animal Shelter. The shelter said…if you have a heart beat, then Dorothy wants to be your best friend. She was picked up at the Slugburger Festival and brought into the Corinth-Alcorn Animal Shelter. Dorothy is the perfect age of 7, she’s out of […]
Horn Lake Man Sentenced to 20 Years After Pleading Guilty to Aggravated Assault
HORN LAKE — A Horn Lake man described by prosecutors as a gang member was sentenced to 20 years in prison after pleading guilty to aggravated assault in connection with a May 2024 shooting, authorities said. Kwindale Brown received the maximum 20-year sentence in the custody of the Mississippi Department of Corrections, according to a […]
Pike County Woman Arrested After Cemetery Wreaths Honoring Fallen Soldiers Stolen
PIKE COUNTY — A woman wanted in connection with the theft of memorial wreaths placed at Osyka Cemetery is now in custody, according to the Pike County Sheriff’s Office. Authorities said Angie Dillon was taken into custody and charged with petty larceny, contributing to the delinquency of a minor, and receiving stolen property. The charges […]
23 Issaquena County Inmates Complete First Aid, CPR Training
ISSAQUENA COUNTY — Twenty-three incarcerated individuals at the Issaquena County Correctional Facility have completed first aid and CPR training, a program officials say is intended to build practical skills and support rehabilitation. The Mississippi Department of Corrections said the training took place Nov. 25, 2025, and provided participants with life-saving skills that can be used […]
First responders fire back about Tier 5 after Hosemann’s life-expectancy remarks
JACKSON — Mississippi’s first responders are renewing calls for lawmakers to revisit the state’s new public employee retirement tier, arguing it places unreasonable demands on first responders and threatens recruitment, retention and public safety. The pushback follows comments by Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann, who said first responders “live longer than most people do because they […]