The 19-year-old who admitted to setting Mississippi’s oldest synagogue is facing new federal charges.On Tuesday, Stephen Spencer Pittman was charged by superseding indictment with civil rights and arson offenses related to the burning of the Beth Israel Congregation in Jackson. He had previously jus
Nurses in Mississippi with student loan debt could be granted financial relief.The Mississippi Office of Student Financial Aid offers registered nurses and licensed practical nurses with outstanding student loan debt an opportunity to apply for up to $6,000 in loan repayment through the Nurse Retent
Rodeo action, country music concerts, and one of Mississippi’s annual parades are set to take over Jackson as the 61st Dixie National Rodeo rides into town this weekend.This year’s theme, “For the Love of Country,” highlights the event’s patriotic focus and ties into national celebrations leading up
The Hinds County circuit and chancery courthouses are back open as police continue to investigate “suspicious notes” left on the doors of both venues.Sheriff Tyree Jones, who also serves as Jackson’s interim police chief, announced Thursday morning that law enforcement is assessing the scene at the
A former doctor in Tupelo was sentenced Wednesday to 12 years in federal prison for possessing and distributing child sexual abuse materials, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Mississippi announced.Ali Ahmad, 38, of Tupelo, pleaded guilty to using applications and the internet
A 12-year-old was taken into custody following online threats made toward two schools in Clinton.According to the Clinton Public School District, administrators at Clinton Junior High School and Sumner Hill were made aware Wednesday evening of two social media posts involving “possible threats to st
STARKVILLE, Miss. (AP) — Ja’Kobi Gillespie scored 18 points, and Tennessee used a second-half rally to beat Mississippi State 73-64 on Wednesday.Tennessee (17-7, 7-4 SEC) led 39-28 at halftime, overcoming a fast start from Josh Hubbard, who scored 14 of Mississippi State’s first 16 points and finish
The hits keep coming for Ole Miss, as the Rebels have now suffered six straight losses. The most recent defeat occurred in the SJB Pavilion on Wednesday night with Alabama earning a 93-74 road win.A mostly-promising first half by Chris Beard’s crew did not translate in the final frame, as the Crimso
Legislation allowing prayer in public schools has passed with heavy support in the Mississippi House of Representatives.House Bill 1310 was sent across the hall to the Senate on Wednesday with an 80-35 vote. The measure, authored by Republican Rep. Chuck Blackwell, has been dubbed the “Mississippi O
The Mississippi Senate voted unanimously on Wednesday to require health insurers to cover biomarker testing – a technology that helps ensure cancer patients receive the most effective care – joining the House in approving similar legislation.Senate Bill 2694, which passed 52-0, mandates that health
Just over two months remain until NFL franchises will be on the clock to pick up players to boost the potential of each team’s future. But before the draft arrives, the scouting combine will take place to give all 32 teams an opportunity to assess the skillsets of rising stars from the collegiate ra
Bills that would authorize the state to seize the gambling earnings of those who owe child support have passed in both chambers of the Mississippi legislature.After failed attempts to pass similar legislation in recent years, lawmakers are once again taking a stab at the measure, which would direct
Don’t let Cupid’s arrow deceive you this Valentine’s Day.The Mississippi Secretary of State’s Office is warning the public to be on the alert for “romance scams” and “relationship investment scams,” a form of fraud utilizing emotional manipulation and fake investment opportunities.“Our office has co
Grenada and South Panola have officially played high school football coach swap.Less than a month after Michael Fair headed about 45 minutes north to try to restore a once nationally-renowned program in South Panola to its former glory, Grenada has tabbed the Tigers’ previous frontman to lead the Ch
A habitual offender will serve 20 years in prison after pleading guilty to assaulting a Gulfport police officer and possessing a firearm as a convicted felon. District Attorney Crosby Parker announced Tuesday that Corwin Joshua Wilcher, 24, of Petal, pleaded guilty to felony assault on a police offi
Business giant and Ole Miss football legend Jim Poole Jr. has passed away at the age of 76.Poole was a former All-SEC tight end for the Rebels, the founder of multiple Mississippi-based accounting firms, and a community servant who ministered to inmates. He died in Jackson on Sunday.As a football st
Cheers! The state’s House of Representatives has approved a pair of bills reforming Mississippi’s liquor laws. One piece of legislation would allow liquor sales on Sunday, while the other would permit the direct shipment of alcohol to homes.House Bill 672, authored by Rep. Brent Powell, would let el
Civil rights icon Fannie Lou Hamer’s Presidential Medal of Freedom is now on display at the Two Mississippi Museums in Jackson.Museum officials announced Tuesday that the medal is available for the public to view after it was donated by Hamer’s family to the Mississippi Department of Archives and Hi
The state of Mississippi’s plan to provide high-speed internet to areas of the state lacking it has received final approval from the federal government.According to Gov. Tate Reeves, the U.S. Department of Commerce’s National Telecommunications and Information Administration approved the plan under
Spartan Composites, an advanced composite access mat manufacturer, is locating operations in Saltillo with a $49 million corporate investment being announced Tuesday.The company’s incoming Lee County location will “support its growing customer base, diversify production capacity, and strengthen supp
Domestic violence survivors across Mississippi will soon have access to additional safety tools through a new partnership between the Attorney General’s Office, Ring, and the state’s Coalition Against Domestic Violence.Attorney General Lynn Fitch announced the new community initiative on Monday, men
Mississippi will likely not join a growing list of states in allowing high school student-athletes to sign name, image, and likeness (NIL) deals this year.As of early 2026, more than 40 U.S. states allow for some sort of NIL compensation for high schoolers, but a bill adding Mississippi to that list
A man has been rescued after being trapped in a Yazoo County grain bin.Officials said the incident occurred Monday afternoon at a farm on Whites Lane Road, where the unidentified man was trapped in a corn bin for several hours. First responders from surrounding counties arrived at the scene to help
Tickets are now on sale for the Post Malone and Jelly Roll concert slated to rock Vaught-Hemingway Stadium this summer.The artists will take the main stage on the Ole Miss campus on Friday, June 5, at 7:30 p.m. as part of The Big Ass Stadium Tour Part 2, following a successful debut in 2025. Joining
