Mississippi State Veterinarian Dr. James Watson is urging animal owners to be aware of New World Screwworm (NWS), an invasive pest that poses a serious threat to livestock and other warm-blooded animals, including pets. In rare cases, the invasive species … Continued
Officials in the Mississippi Pine Belt are warning parents to beware of an international child exploitation cult seeking to groom local youth. “764,” a group labeled by the Department of Justice as a “terror network,” is reported to be targeting … Continued
Mississippi State’s esports team continues to dominate the digital arena, capturing yet another national title and further cementing its status as one of the leading programs in the U.S. During the recent National Esports Collegiate Conference tournament, Mississippi State gamers … Continued
The “Cassanova Killer,” a man claiming to murder over 70 victims, was executed on Thursday after Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed his death warrant last month. Glen Edward Rogers, 62, was executed by lethal injection at 6:16 p.m., according to … Continued
A child predator in Biloxi will spend more than three decades in prison. Michael Ryan Gilbert, 37, pled guilty Thursday to one count of sexual battery and one count of child exploitation. Circuit Court Judge Christopher Schmidt sentenced Gilbert 50 … Continued
The suspect injured in an officer-involved shooting in Natchez has died, according to officials. The Adams County Coroner’s Office confirmed to WAPT-TV that Phillip Stokes, 19, succumbed to his injuries on Thursday afternoon. Officers with the Natchez Police Department said, … Continued
If you’re a parent or guardian looking to teach a young child how to swim this summer, Serengeti Springs has your back. The Hattiesburg water park will be participating in “The World’s Largest Swim Lesson” campaign, a synchronized 24-hour event … Continued
Mississippi State is looking for a new hype man to give fans a boost during home football and basketball games. This opportunity offers prospective DJs a chance to play a key role in shaping the in-venue experience at Davis Wade … Continued
It’s been more than 83 years since the federal government approved plans to protect the south Delta area of Mississippi from flooding. Now, major financial resources have been allocated to see the Yazoo pumps project come to fruition. The U.S. … Continued
A Meridian man will spend the next 41 years in prison for his role in a multi-state meth trafficking operation. The U.S. Department of Justice announced that 33-year-old Samuel Ykem Boler pled guilty to conspiring with other cohorts to distribute … Continued