A bill allowing student-athletes to strike name, image, and likeness (NIL) deals without having to pay state taxes on the money they receive has cleared a major legislative hurdle in Mississippi.House Bill 4014 passed its originating chamber on a 76-32 vote with support and dissent from both Democra
A Mississippi Freedom Trail marker has been unveiled to honor the pivotal role Meridian played in the Civil Rights Movement.Officials gathered in the east Mississippi city on Friday to commemorate the legacy of Charles Darden and the Meridian Freedom Movement. Darden, a civil rights leader, served a
Tuesday night’s midweek battle between Mississippi State and Southern Miss will be a top-10 matchup, according to the latest rankings from D1Baseball.The Golden Eagles (10-1) cracked the top 10 for the first time this season after notching a second consecutive weekend sweep. The team landed at No. 1
The University of Mississippi Medical Center has restored its phone lines following a ransomware attack that disrupted operations for more than a week, the health care provider announced Monday.“UMMC phone lines are now working, and we are calling patients to reschedule missed appointments,” a socia
Daylight saving time returns to most of the U.S. this weekend, which means it’s time to “spring forward” and welcome a later sunset for the next eight months.Here’s what to know about the time change and when to change those clocks.When does daylight saving time start? For the 48 states that observe
The Belhaven men’s basketball team is heading to the NCAA Division III Tournament for the first time in program history.The Blazers will find out who their first-round opponent is on Monday at noon during a selection show that can be watched here.Belhaven (16-12) made history when it captured its fi
Southern Miss earned its second consecutive sweep, rounding out a mostly successful weekend of college baseball for Mississippi’s major programs.The No. 12 Golden Eagles (10-1), fresh off a mercy-rule victory over Alabama, exited a hostile Louisiana Tech environment with three straight wins versus a
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed in a major attack by Israel and the United States, Iranian state media confirmed early Sunday, throwing the future of the Islamic Republic into doubt and raising the risk of regional instability.President Don
After losing 10 straight games, Ole Miss has finally tasted victory. On Saturday, the battle-tested Rebels walked away with an 85-79 win at Auburn.Ole Miss (12-17, 4-12 SEC) shot 53% from the floor in the conference showdown, with standout performances by freshman Patton Pinkins and AJ Storr catalyz
Heading into and throughout the 2025-26 season, Mississippi State wide receiver Brenen Thompson was often referred to as “the fastest man in college football.”He may have proven those people right during the NFL combine in Indianapolis on Saturday.Thompson ran an official time of 4.26 in the 40-yard
Senate Armed Services Committee Chair Roger Wicker is among Mississippi Republicans lauding President Donald Trump’s decision to launch a joint attack with Israel on Iran on Saturday as the president is urging the Iranian public to “seize control of your destiny” and rise up against the Islamic lead
Patrick Toney was not the defensive coordinator at Ole Miss very long.Less than two months after joining Pete Golding’s inaugural staff, Toney has found a new home in a familiar role. The Atlanta Falcons hired Toney on Friday to be the team’s defensive pass game coordinator under newly minted head c
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — The U.S. and Israel launched a major attack on Iran on Saturday, and President Donald Trump called on the Iranian public to “seize control of your destiny” by rising up against the Islamic leadership that has ruled the nation since 1979. Iran retaliated by firing m
The Smith County couple who knowingly sold faulty fire alarms to daycares and other commercial businesses across the state will spend time behind bars.Daniel and Sherri Finnegan, the owners of Finnegan Fire Safety Equipment, entered guilty pleas on Tuesday in connection with the fraud scheme. Daniel
One of Mississippi’s largest healthcare facilities for veterans is getting a major facelift.Officials with the G. V. (Sonny) Montgomery VA Medical Center in Jackson announced Thursday that the hospital will soon begin infrastructure upgrades with the goal of making patient care safer and more effici
A former federal attorney is accused of setting fire to a place used as a meeting spot for Alcoholics Anonymous in Jackson.Capitol Police officers took George McDowell Yoder III into custody. He is charged with two counts of arson in connection with a blaze that broke out at Yana Club in the Fondren
An Ole Miss basketball program currently in the midst of a 10-game losing streak — its longest winless skid in over two decades — has been delivered good news, at a time when anything positive would be happily welcomed.22-year-old French guard Ilias Kamardine, fresh off a strong showing in Wednesday
Country music star Jason Aldean has announced plans for a new tour, one that includes a stop in Mississippi.The Songs About Us Tour will kickstart this summer and go through early fall. It comes on the heels of Aldean topping the country charts for the 31st time in his career with his 2025 single, “
Clarkdale High School sophomore football player Gavan Clearman was killed in a car wreck, the program’s booster club said in a social media post.“Our football family is grieving today. We tragically lost one of our players in a car accident this morning,” Clarkdale Football Boosters wrote on Faceboo
Mississippi State University welcomed a special guest from one of the United States’ greatest global allies on Wednesday.British Consul General to the Southeast U.S. Rachel Galloway visited the school’s Starkville campus for a discussion with university President Mark Keenum on leadership and shared
State Farm on Thursday announced a historic $5 billion dividend for its car insurance members, including a refund to all Mississippi drivers using the auto insurer.“This dividend is possible due to State Farm Mutual’s financial strength and a stronger than expected underwriting performance, which ha
Over 12,000 claims have been filed totaling more than $107 million from Winter Storm Fern’s tear in Mississippi, the state’s insurance department announced Thursday.“I have instructed companies throughout the state to participate in a data call. Results have started coming in, showing just how many
A coalition of local elected officials, economic development leaders, and tourism department heads in central Mississippi is celebrating after the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers approved a flood-mitigation plan for the Pearl River, bringing a decades-long initiative closer to the finish line.The group
Payton Pearce, head tennis coach at Tupelo High School, is a finalist to be named the nation’s best prep coach.The school announced Thursday that Pearce is one of eight finalists for Coach of the Year honors from the National High School Athletic Coaches Association.Last season, Pearce led the Golde
