Arson Fire Damages Beth Israel Congregation in Jackson; 19-Year-Old Suspect Charged
JACKSON – A fire that damaged parts of Beth Israel Congregation in Jackson was intentionally set, and a 19-year-old man has been arrested and charged with arson, according to the Mississippi Department of Public Safety. Jackson Fire Department crews responded in the early morning hours Saturday, Jan. 10, to a structure fire at the synagogue. […]
Inmate Found Dead at Yazoo City Federal Prison
YAZOO CITY – An inmate was found dead at a federal prison in Yazoo City early Sunday, according to prison officials. WLBT reported that employees at the Federal Correctional Institution Yazoo City Medium found Adrian Kordell McCleary, 28, unresponsive around 12:10 a.m. Staff and emergency medical responders initiated life-saving measures, but McCleary was pronounced dead, […]
Lightning Strike Damages Home in North Forrest; No Injuries Reported
NORTH FORREST – First responders with the North Forrest Volunteer Fire Department responded Friday night to a report of a possible structure fire after a home in the 200 block of Mary Magdaline Road was struck by lightning, officials said. The department said crews were called to the scene around 8 p.m. on Jan. 9. […]
Corinth Shelter Mourns Beloved Dog Who Spent His Life Protecting the Place He Called Home
CORINTH — The Corinth-Alcorn Animal Shelter is mourning the loss of Mex, a longtime resident remembered not as “just” a shelter dog, but as a guardian, protector, and family member. Mex arrived at the shelter in 2018 and quickly formed strong bonds with staff members. While he showed deep loyalty to his caretakers, shelter officials […]
Man Arrested After Sexual Assault Investigation in Rankin County
RANKIN COUNTY — A man was arrested early Monday after investigators executed a search warrant at a residence in Rankin County in connection with an alleged sexual assault, authorities said. Investigators with the Rankin County Sheriff’s Department served the search warrant before daybreak at a home in the Cedar Ridge neighborhood off Highway 468 near […]
17-year-old found shot in Jackson woods identified
JACKSON — Jackson police are investigating a homicide after a person was found shot to death Saturday in the 5100 block of Livingston Road, authorities said. Officers responded to the scene on Jan. 10, where detectives determined the victim had been shot at the location. The victim was pronounced dead at the scene. The victim […]
MS Health Department Raises Awareness of Human Trafficking During January Campaign
JACKSON — More than 300 victims of human trafficking were reported in Mississippi in 2024, with most cases involving sex trafficking, according to the Mississippi State Department of Health. In a statement issued Jan. 9, the health department said it is joining partners statewide during Human Trafficking Awareness Month to promote prevention efforts, raise public […]
Mississippi Highway Safety Office Opens Grant Applications for Traffic Safety Programs
JACKSON — The Mississippi Office of Highway Safety is accepting grant applications to fund traffic safety programs across the state, with a deadline of Jan. 30. The funding is available to law enforcement agencies, state agencies, community organizations and academic institutions working to reduce traffic-related injuries and fatalities. Grants will support initiatives focused on impaired […]
Jackson Public Schools: Rumors of Middle School Closures Due to Heat Issues Are False
JACKSON — Jackson Public Schools is warning families and staff about a false social media post claiming three middle schools are closed due to a lack of heat. In a statement, the district said Blackburn Middle School, Peeples Middle School, and Kirksey Middle School remain open and operating normally. The district said the information circulating […]
Two Injured, Six Vehicles Hit by Gunfire in Artesia Lounge Shooting
ARTESIA — Two people were injured and six vehicles were damaged in a shooting early Sunday outside a lounge in Artesia, authorities said. Deputies with the Lowndes County Sheriff’s Office responded about 12:41 a.m. to reports of shots fired at the R N B Lounge at 107 Front St. Two adult victims were struck by […]