Jackson police have determined that a baby’s death on Wednesday came at the hands of her mother and aunt. The infant’s mother, 28-year-old Lagayla Haynes, was taken in for questioning after she took her daughter to the University of Mississippi … Continued
Lawmakers in Mississippi passed a handful of bills on Thursday, opening the door for a $10 billion economic development project in Madison County. During a special session, members of the House and Senate voted to appropriate $44 million for two … Continued
As school safety continues to be a hot topic across the U.S., leaders in Mississippi are working to ensure every student is protected at their place of education. The Mississippi Department of Education announced its annual Mississippi School Safety Summit … Continued
A former Marks city clerk has been taken into custody after being accused of embezzling payments made to the city for nearly four years. According to the State Auditor’s Office, Pamela McNutt allegedly stole funds made to the city’s water … Continued
A Clay County woman has been charged with arson after setting a home on fire while law enforcement officers were inside. According to Sheriff Eddie Scott, deputies were attempting to serve an eviction order when Kimberly Jean Leggett lit a fire … Continued
With 17:08 left in the first half, Southern Miss guard Donovan Ivory made a layup on a pass from Picayune native Mo Arnold for the Golden Eagles to take a 5-4 lead. This was the last time Coastal Carolina would … Continued
A Corinth man accused of killing his girlfriend at a local apartment complex has turned himself in to authorities. Demario McGaha was wanted for the incident that took place at an apartment on Highway 356 in Rienzi on Tuesday morning. … Continued
We’ve already had a lot of rain across MS, and multiple rounds of heavy rainfall are expected to continue today. Residents should stay weather-aware. According to the National Weather Service in Jackson, there could be widespread flash flooding, road closures, … Continued
Law enforcement in Mississippi’s capital city is investigating the death of a baby. According to the Jackson Police Department, officers responded to a residence on Forest Avenue Wednesday afternoon after receiving a report that an infant had died. Upon arriving … Continued
Two inmates housed in the Central Mississippi Correctional Facility have died. Rankin County Coroner David Ruth confirmed the deaths of 61-year-old Albert Hickombottom and 59-year-old Janice Mowdy. The two are reported to have passed away on Tuesday at a local … Continued