4 candidates vie for Mississippi House District 77 seat in Rankin and Simpson counties
November’s elections are fast approaching, and some Mississippi voters will find more than federal races on the ballot. In House District 77, which spans parts of Rankin and Simpson counties,…
Your Mississippi forecast for Friday, October 23
Friday will be sunny and warm. Low humidity, a lack of substantial rain, and dry vegetation have raised the risk of fires, and that risk will persist into next week.…
Thunder & Lightning: Preview, Playmakers, and Predictions for Mississippi State-Oklahoma
History will be made at Davis Wade Stadium on Saturday as Mississippi State and Oklahoma clash for the very first time. Two teams both in dire need of a win,…
Video footage released of Senatobia officer-involved shooting that claimed life of Kohen Wiley
The Mississippi Department of Public Safety has released video footage of the officer-involved shooting that claimed the life of 1-year-old Kohen Wiley. On Thursday, officials released body camera recordings from…
Arena football returning to Southaven after 20-year hiatus
Arena football is returning to Southaven after a 20-year hiatus. Officials with the Landers Center announced that they have reached a new partnership with the American Arena League. Beginning in…
Earthquake recorded in Tunica County
Mississippi experienced seismic activity on Thursday for the first time since March 2025. According to nonprofit North Mississippi Storm Chasers & Spotters, a magnitude 1.7 earthquake was recorded around 5:40…
Decaying body found behind Jackson property
An investigation is underway after police found a decaying body in Jackson. Capitol Police reports that officers responded to North Mill Street at 11:30 a.m. on Thursday in reference to…
Mississippi woman accused of trying to buy gun to kill federal agents
A Mississippi woman is behind bars for alleged threats directed at federal law enforcement. Officials with the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Homeland Security Investigations took Lisa White, a Florida…
Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame announces 2027 class
The Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame has unveiled its 2027 class. Officials announced the eight-member class in Jackson on Thursday. This year's group spans decades of excellence in athletics, from…
FEMA awarding $60 million to Mississippi for disaster relief efforts
Mississippi will receive $60 million from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) that will be used to accelerate disaster recovery and build resilience in communities. This funding from FEMA's Public…
