‘They Won’t Understand That’: First Responders Say Lt. Gov. Dismissed Their Retirement Concern
JACKSON — Mississippi law enforcement leaders say changes to the state’s public employee retirement system have put first responders at a disadvantage and are worsening recruitment and retention challenges across the state. Andy “Ski” Matuszewski, Mississippi division president of the Southern States Police Benevolent Association, said a task force of first responder representatives formed in […]
Volunteers invited to Gulfport tree-planting event
GULFPORT — Volunteers are invited to help plant trees Thursday at a Gulfport park as part of a community service event celebrating the nation’s upcoming 250th anniversary. The City of Gulfport and the Green Infrastructure Center are hosting a Tree Planting Day at Brickyard Bayou Park, where volunteers will work to expand the city’s tree […]
Jackson police seek information in December homicide
JACKSON — The Jackson Police Department is asking for the public’s help in solving a homicide that happened late last year. According to police, the homicide happened Dec. 1, 2025, in the 200 block of Sollitt Street. The victim was identified as James Crowley Jr. Investigators are asking anyone with information about the case to […]
Bank of Commerce Approves $274K Loan for Itta Bena Water, Sewer Improvements
GREENWOOD – Bank of Commerce is proud to announce the approval of a $274,000 loan to the City of Itta Bena to support critical water and sewer system improvements. The loan will provide matching funds required for the city’s Mississippi Community Water Infrastructure (MCWI) Grant. The funding will assist in modernizing and improving the city’s […]
Fentanyl Strike Force Operation in North Mississippi Results in ICE Detainers, Charges
JACKSON — A recent fentanyl strike force operation in Lee and Prentiss counties resulted in multiple criminal charges and six immigration detainers, Mississippi Attorney General Lynn Fitch announced. The joint operation involved the Mississippi Attorney General’s Office, the North Mississippi Narcotics Task Force, Homeland Security Investigations, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and the Mississippi Alcoholic […]
Jones County authorities searching for missing 82-year-old woman
JONES COUNTY – The Jones County Sheriff’s Department is asking for the public’s help locating a missing elderly woman. Authorities said Nellie Rustin, 82, was reported missing after she was last seen around 6 p.m. Tuesday at her residence on Thomas Ed Rustin Road in the Rustin community. Rustin is described as a white female, […]
Additional charges filed after Tunica shooting that left six wounded
TUNICA COUNTY – Authorities have filed additional charges and say more arrests are expected following a shooting investigation in Tunica County that left six people wounded. According to an update released by the Tunica County Sheriff’s Office, several suspects appeared in Tunica County Justice Court on March 10 for initial appearances on charges connected to […]
Pearl police recover $6,500 in stolen merchandise in retail theft investigation
PEARL – The Pearl Police Department recovered about $6,500 in stolen merchandise following an investigation into a retail theft ring targeting businesses in Pearl. Officers first responded Feb. 6 at about 1 p.m. to a reported shoplifting at Ulta Beauty. By the time officers arrived, the suspects had left with merchandise valued at about $3,150, […]
Covington County deputies seek help identifying two men
COVINGTON COUNTY – The Covington County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help identifying two men. Authorities released images of the two individuals and said they are seeking information that may help identify them. Anyone who knows who the men are or has information that could assist investigators is asked to call the sheriff’s […]
State trooper, driver injured in crash during pursuit in Webster County
WEBSTER COUNTY – A Mississippi state trooper and another driver are recovering after a crash that occurred while the trooper was pursuing another vehicle, according to WTVA. Bryant Flake with the Mississippi Highway Patrol told WTVA that a trooper assigned to Troop G collided with another vehicle while attempting to stop a different car. The […]