A Jackson murder suspect has died in his jail cell.Hinds County Sheriff reports that 18-year-old Mielun Butler was found unresponsive in his cell on Friday morning. Butler was promptly transported to Merit Health near I-20, where he was pronounced deceased shortly after arrival. The cause of death a
A DeSoto County school board member who served as a character witness for a former teacher and coach convicted of sexually abusing a child is suing her district attorney for defamation.Michele Henley, who represents District 2 on the five-member board, has filed a suit against DeSoto County DA Matth
The Independence Day weekend is expected to be a busy one, with as many as 61.4 million Americans taking their celebrations on the road.The Mississippi Highway Patrol is one of many state and local agencies preparing for the expected surge in holiday travel. MHP officials said its annual travel enfo
A Vancleave man has been arrested and charged in connection with a fatal shooting in Long Beach, authorities announced Friday.According to the Long Beach Police Department, Hallis Wayne Russ Jr., 38, was taken into custody around 1 a.m. Friday following an investigation into a shooting death on Alle
A fourth arrest has been made in connection with a triple homicide in Jackson that claimed the lives of two sisters and a toddler.The Jackson Police Department announced Thursday that Devone Modacure was taken into custody across state lines in Forney, Texas. Modacrue was arrested by agents with the
While many folks will be soaking up the sun and enjoying America250 celebrations on the water, the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks will look to curb drinking and boating this Independence Day weekend.The state agency is participating in Operation Dry Water, a national boatin
The Mississippi Mud Monsters are going to party like it’s 1776 in celebrating America250 this Independence Day weekend.“It is all in on America this weekend,” Mud Monsters Assistant GM David Kerr said. “It’s a loaded weekend. People expect to come to Trustmark Park for fireworks on the 4th of July,
More than $22 million in federal funding has been approved to support recovery projects in north Mississippi linked to Winter Storm Fern.Less than a month after announcing $13 million for recovery efforts related to the January ice storm that devastated much of the state, the Federal Emergency Manag
Biloxi Shuckers infielder Jesús Made has been selected to participate in the 2026 MLB All-Star Futures Game as part of the league’s Midsummer Classic.Made, the MLB’s top prospect, will be the ninth player from Biloxi to appear in the Futures Game – which annually features the top 50 Minor League Bas
Mississippi Christian University and Alcorn State University have joined forces on a master’s degree program in accounting.The two schools signed a memorandum of understanding earlier this week that allows accounting students at Alcorn State to have access to an accelerated Master of Accountancy deg
While some areas of Mississippi are still experiencing drought, recent double-digit rainfall in southern portions of the state devastated fruit and vegetable crops.Watermelons and blueberries are primarily grown in the southern half of the state, and growers there have seen high yield losses.“Some w
Hinds County has an interim district attorney following the resignation of Jody Owens.Owens, who reached a plea agreement on Monday connected to the Jackson bribery scandal, officially stepped down from his elected post on Wednesday. Hinds County Judge Winston Kidd then appointed First Assistant Dis
SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) — Malik Tillman stepped up for a free kick with a bloody sock and a new right boot after being stepped on by an opponent as the United States scrambled to protect a one-goal lead, down a man in a World Cup knockout round.Tillman delivered the goal of his life, and one of the
An officer-involved shooting is under investigation after leaving one injured near a Biloxi casino on Wednesday.The Mississippi Department of Public Safety said that officers with the Gulfport Police Department entered into a brief pursuit with a white van traveling at a high rate of speed. Gulfport
More than $51 million is coming to Mississippi for major infrastructure projects.U.S. Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) announced Wednesday that the funding is heading to Rankin, Hancock, and Harrison counties for various road and parking improvements. The money is coming from the U.S. Department of T
Former Southern Miss skipper Scott Berry is being formally recognized for churning out an excellent product consistently, now that he’s been announced a Hall of Famer by the American Baseball Coaches Association.Berry will join six of his peers in the class of 2027. The group will be formally honore
Mississippi’s first human case of West Nile virus of 2026 has been confirmed.The state health department reports that the case was confirmed in Hancock County, with the victim’s name and age not being released. West Nile virus is transmitted primarily through the bite of an infected mosquito, offici
A third arrest has been made in connection with a weekend triple homicide in Jackson that claimed the lives of a pair of sisters and a toddler.Police took Mikala Young, 25, into custody on Tuesday on a capital murder charge. She is currently being held in the Hinds County Detention Center.Young join
Auto Parts Manufacturing Mississippi (APMM) is investing $53 million to expand its operations in Lee County.“APMM’s $53 million investment marks another huge win for Lee County and Mississippi’s automotive industry,” Gov. Tate Reeves said. “Expansions like this strengthen our position as a top state
It’s hot outside, y’all.The Mississippi heat, though familiar to those who have lived here for quite some time, is expected to be a little more brutal on Wednesday. The National Weather Service forecasts that heat indices could reach 110 to 115 degrees, with much of the central, Delta, and western r
Mississippi-headquartered Cal-Maine Foods, the world’s largest egg producer, has reached a $1.5 million settlement with the Department of Justice following allegations that it manipulated prices. The company will also donate 30 million eggs to food banks across 17 states as part of the agreement.Cal
July has arrived, and with it comes a new slate of laws now in effect across Mississippi.While some viewed the 2026 session as busy but underwhelming, lawmakers still saw 372 of 4,006 bills filed became law, according to Mississippi Statewatch. That’s compared to 354 of the 3,707 filed bills during
Mississippi Secretary of State Michael Watson did not necessarily love a U.S. Supreme Court ruling allowing states to count late-arriving ballots after election day, but he appreciated that the decision upheld a principle of federalism.The 5-4 SCOTUS ruling happened Monday and stemmed from a lawsuit
The highly anticipated College Football 27 video game is just over a week away from its release. In the meantime, Ole Miss and Mississippi State fans have been given several teasers as to which of their favorite teams’ players stand out among a crowded field.Starting with Pete Golding’s Rebels, Ole
