A Mendenhall High School wrestling coach is facing charges for alleged sex crimes against a student. The Simpson County Sheriff’s Office reports that Sammy Byther turned himself in to authorities on Thursday following a probable cause hearing that took place … Continued
You may know him from the hit Netflix series Last Chance U, but those in football spheres now recognize East Mississippi Community College head football coach Buddy Stephens as a future hall of famer. On Friday, Stephens was announced as the … Continued
A U.S. appeals court has ruled that a federal takeover of the Raymond Detention Center in Hinds County can proceed, contingent upon an amendment of power of the federal consultant. Unconstitutional conditions and “a stunning array of assaults, as well … Continued
The Mississippi State women’s soccer team has had a lot of “firsts” this season. James Armstrong’s squad earned a top-five ranking in the United Soccer Coaches Poll for the first time in program history. Mississippi State earned its first-ever SEC … Continued
The Jackson State football team looks to keep its undefeated streak in SWAC play alive this weekend when the Tigers welcome Arkansas-Pine Bluff to the capital city for homecoming. Head coach T.C. Taylor has led his alma mater not only … Continued
While most Mississippians will be focused on who they’ll mark down to be the next president of the United States on Election Day, a collection of important judicial seats for the state’s highest courts are also up for election. The … Continued
Jackson State awarded head men’s basketball coach Mo Williams a contract extension on Friday. Williams, going into his third season with the Tigers, has yet to see a winning season since taking the job in his hometown of Jackson. However, … Continued
The Jackson City Council seat left vacant after Angelique Lee’s resignation has officially been filled by Tina Clay as she was sworn into the Ward 2 post on Friday. Clay, a Jackson businesswoman and philanthropist, won a special runoff election … Continued
A 20-year-old Horn Lake man has been sentenced to 40 years in prison after being convicted of attempted first-degree murder, among other charges, in connection with a drug deal that went awry in June of 2023. A jury unanimously found … Continued
Four juveniles were arrested in Harrison County after leaving a trail of burglarized cars on the Mississippi Gulf Coast Thursday. Harrison County deputies were sent to South Shadow Creek Drive after reports of suspicious people in the area. According to … Continued