Robert Clark, Mississippi’s first Black lawmaker post-Reconstruction, dies at 96
Former Mississippi lawmaker Robert Clark, Jr. has passed away. On Tuesday, state Rep. Bryant Clark, Robert's son, took to social media to announce his father's death at age 96. "It…
Authorities on lookout for Parchman escapee convicted of capital murder
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…
2 men arrested in connection with theft of roughly $2 million in Milwaukee tools
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…
Eagles set to release former Mississippi State star Darius Slay
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…
First-ever Mississippi Musicians Month underway, highlighting local artists
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…
‘American Idol’ alum and Mississippi native Colin Stough arrested for suspected DUI
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…
Jackson fentanyl trafficker sentenced to 16 years in prison
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…
Southern Miss-Mississippi State baseball game moved to Wednesday
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…
MEMA launches updated website to better prepare public for natural disasters
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…
MDOT continues repairs on busy portion of I-55 in Jackson, traffic delays expected
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…
