Authorities are warning Mississippians to be on the lookout for an inmate who escaped from Parchman. Officials report that Nevin Whetstone, 71, escaped from a housing unit at the Mississippi State Penitentiary on Tuesday. Whetstone was in the process of … Continued
An investigation in Southaven has led to the discovery of tens of thousands of dollars in stolen merchandise and the arrests of two individuals as part of a multi-million-dollar theft operation. In late February, detectives from the DeSoto County Sheriff’s … Continued
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The Philadelphia Eagles are set to release six-time Pro Bowl cornerback Darius Slay, a person familiar with the decision said Monday. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the team has not … Continued
The Magnolia State is known for producing some of the nation’s best music, and to celebrate those behind some of the greatest hits, the month of March has been designated “Mississippi Musicians Month.” In 2024, lawmakers in both the Mississippi … Continued
Colin Stough, a Mississippi native who finished third on American Idol, is facing DUI charges after a car wreck in Tennessee. Per a report from TMZ, the “Sober” singer was involved in a single-vehicle crash on Friday outside of Nashville. … Continued
A Jackson man will spend nearly 20 years in state prison for a fentanyl trafficking scheme. Officials said 30-year-old Timothee Jones was stopped by a Madison County sheriff’s deputy in October of 2023. Jones notified the officer that he was … Continued
Tuesday’s scheduled matchup between the Southern Miss and Mississippi State baseball teams has been postponed to Wednesday due to expected inclement weather in Starkville. First pitch will take place at 4 p.m. at Dudy Noble Field. The unranked Bulldogs will … Continued
The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency has launched a new and improved website to keep people in the Magnolia State informed about incoming natural disasters and provide information on how to prepare for inclement weather conditions. The updated site, per MEMA … Continued
Delays in traffic flow continue on one of the busiest portions of interstate in Mississippi as repairs are being made. The Mississippi Department of Transportation announced that crews will shift traffic traveling in both directions on Interstate 55 over the … Continued
According to the National Weather Service, severe weather is possible across Mississippi starting this afternoon and lingering through tonight. There is a risk of strong tornadoes, damaging wind gusts that could get up to 70 mph, and hail up to … Continued