See what Mississippi placed in the nation’s giant America250 time capsule
06/16/2026

See what Mississippi placed in the nation’s giant America250 time capsule

250 years of progress and history in America frozen in time – a time capsule to commemorate America’s 250th birthday will soon go into the ground in Philadelphia, Pa., bringing a bit of Mississippi with it.On July 4, a time capsule containing items from all 50 states, five territories, and Washingto

Former Magnolia Heights standout Cooper Pratt called up by Milwaukee Brewers
06/16/2026

Former Magnolia Heights standout Cooper Pratt called up by Milwaukee Brewers

Oxford native Cooper Pratt is being called up to the MLB with the move being made official by the Milwaukee Brewers on Tuesday.Pratt, who played his prep years at Magnolia Heights School, was selected by the Brewers in the sixth round of the 2023 MLB Draft. He’s since worked the farm system and has

FEMA approves additional $13 million for Mississippi ice storm recovery
06/16/2026

FEMA approves additional $13 million for Mississippi ice storm recovery

More federal funding is being sent to Mississippi as many of the state’s communities continue to recover from Winter Storm Fern.After announcing $5 million for disaster recovery efforts less than a week ago, the Federal Emergency Management Agency has approved more than $13 million in funding to sup

LIST: Where to get sandbags in south Mississippi as heavy rain continues
06/16/2026

LIST: Where to get sandbags in south Mississippi as heavy rain continues

With heavy rainfall expected to continue through Friday, several locations across south Mississippi are distributing sandbags to help residents prepare for possible flooding.According to local emergency management offices, some areas could receive six inches of rain or more over the coming days, inc

Small plane crash in Lauderdale County under investigation
06/16/2026

Small plane crash in Lauderdale County under investigation

A federal investigation is underway after a small plane crashed in Lauderdale County over the weekend.Officials said the incident occurred in the unincorporated Zero community on Sunday at 8 p.m. The crash involved a pilot and a passenger. Both unidentified individuals are reported to have exited th

A German soccer fan drove through Mississippi. Now the state wants him back
06/16/2026

A German soccer fan drove through Mississippi. Now the state wants him back

If your social media algorithm is even slightly tuned to the FIFA World Cup, you’ve probably come across Freddy, a German soccer fan traversing the United States and Canada to experience the world’s biggest sporting event.Freddy has made several stops in the Southeast, including taking a hike outsid

Alpha-gal, tick illness risks rise in Mississippi
06/16/2026

Alpha-gal, tick illness risks rise in Mississippi

As lone star ticks spread across the Southeast, Mississippi residents face a growing risk of tick-borne illness and alpha-gal syndrome, a tick-related allergy that can cause reactions to red meat.Experts with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and The University of Southern Mississippi s

Arrest made in connection with deadly Jackson trail ride shooting
06/16/2026

Arrest made in connection with deadly Jackson trail ride shooting

An arrest has been made in connection to six people being shot during a Jackson trail ride event.Detective Tommie Brown with the Jackson Police Department said their investigation led to Amarien Carmichael being taken into custody on Monday. Carmichael, 18, was charged with one count of murder and f

City of Hattiesburg sues local Cook Out following multiple shootings
06/15/2026

City of Hattiesburg sues local Cook Out following multiple shootings

The city of Hattiesburg has taken the owners of a local Cook Out fast-food restaurant to court after city leaders declared the establishment a public nuisance.Cook Out’s Hattiesburg location sits in the heart of Hardy Street, one of the city’s busiest areas. Council members unanimously voted earlier

Mississippi seeks input on barbering, cosmetology rules
06/15/2026

Mississippi seeks input on barbering, cosmetology rules

The Mississippi State Board of Cosmetology and Barbering is accepting public comments through June 22 on temporary rules that could shape health, safety and business standards across the industry.For Hattiesburg barber Bonnie Holloway, the process marks a sign of progress after two years of uncertai

Juneteenth bringing free admission, jubilee event to Two Mississippi Museums
06/15/2026

Juneteenth bringing free admission, jubilee event to Two Mississippi Museums

Juneteenth events are happening across the state, with one of the biggest taking place at the Two Mississippi Museums this weekend.The Mississippi Civil Rights Museum and the Museum of Mississippi History in Jackson will offer free admission on Friday and Saturday. Sundays are always free at the mus

Flash flood threat issued for much of Mississippi as heavy rain moves in
06/15/2026

Flash flood threat issued for much of Mississippi as heavy rain moves in

A wet start to the week across much of Mississippi will only get wetter with significant rainfall expected through at least Tuesday, according to the National Weather Service.NWS has issued a flash flood threat through Tuesday night for more than half of the state, meaning flash flooding is possible

Teen dead after drowning in Petal lake: authorities
06/15/2026

Teen dead after drowning in Petal lake: authorities

A teenager has passed away after drowning in a Petal lake over the weekend.Petal Fire Chief Marion Sims said that an emergency call was received around 7:28 p.m. on Sunday, and that a local dive team arrived at the scene of a neighborhood lake near Garden Lane around 12 minutes later. Within roughly

Deal is reached to end Iran war and Trump orders stop to U.S. naval blockade
06/15/2026

Deal is reached to end Iran war and Trump orders stop to U.S. naval blockade

ISLAMABAD (AP) — The United States and Iran have reached an agreement to end the war and open the Strait of Hormuz, offering relief to the global economy more than three months since fighting began.Details of the deal were not immediately available. Key mediator Pakistan said the signing will be Fri

Ole Miss eliminated by Troy in College World Series
06/15/2026

Ole Miss eliminated by Troy in College World Series

Ole Miss is the first team to be eliminated from the 2026 College World Series after imploding in a second straight game in Omaha. The Rebels (41-23) boasted a 6-2 lead midway through Sunday’s matchup and were seemingly cruising along, but a balked-in run on a controversial call paved the way for Tr

Jane Granberry crowned winner of Miss Mississippi 2026
06/14/2026

Jane Granberry crowned winner of Miss Mississippi 2026

After a week filled with interviews, performances, and social events, this year’s title of Miss Mississippi has been awarded to Jane Granberry.Granberry is the third Miss Capital City in a row to win the state pageant after Becky Williams did it in 2024 and Anna Leah Jolly in 2025. She received the

U.S. opens its home World Cup with a dynamic 4-1 victory over Paraguay
06/13/2026

U.S. opens its home World Cup with a dynamic 4-1 victory over Paraguay

INGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) — Folarin Balogun fired his second goal into the top far corner of Paraguay’s net and then led his American teammates to the corner of their home stadium, reveling in the frenzy created by their historic first half at their World Cup opener.The world’s biggest soccer tournamen