Families trapped in wreckage and rising floods as tornadoes rip through Mississippi, tearing roofs from hom...
Multiple tornadoes struck central and western Mississippi on Wednesday, causing roofs to be torn off of buildings.
May 7, 2026Open source
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Large, violent tornado tears through parts of Mississippi, triggers Tornado Emergency
A confirmed large tornado prompted a Tornado Emergency for parts of Mississippi, with officials reporting destroyed homes and people trapped in Franklin County.
May 7, 2026Open source
Large, violent tornado tears through parts of Mississippi, triggers Tornado Emergency
A confirmed large tornado prompted a Tornado Emergency for parts of Mississippi, with officials reporting destroyed homes and people trapped in Franklin County.
May 7, 2026Open source
National Weather Service: 7 tornadoes touch down during Wednesday’s severe weather
The tornadoes included two EF3 storms that tore through Franklin and Lamar Counties.
May 8, 2026Open source
‘We’ve never seen anything like this’: Franklin County begins picking up after tornado
Destruction can be seen all across Franklin County following Wednesday’s severe weather.
May 8, 2026Open source
Franklin County tornado leaves family trapped and searching for shelter
A tornado struck Franklin County, destroying homes and trapping a woman under debris for hours, while emergency officials report no fatalities.
May 7, 2026Open source
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Mississippi House Rep. Jansen Owen Running for District Attorney in His Home District
Mississippi House Rep. Jansen Owen, a Republican from Poplarville, is running to be the district attorney for the 15th Circuit Court District.
May 30, 2026Open source
Mississippi mom drowns after flash flooding engulfs her SUV on busy street, reports say
A Mississippi mother died in her car earlier this week as flash flooding engulfed a busy street she was driving on in Petal, a city near Hattiesburg.
May 27, 2026Open source
Two shot dead, one hospitalized in ‘targeted’ attack outside Mississippi Coast Walmart
The Harrison County coroner identified the two people shot dead in a targeted attack outside the Walmart Neighborhood Market in Gulfport off Highway 49.
May 27, 2026Open source
Woman killed after SUV swept away in South Mississippi flash flooding
A woman was killed Monday after powerful floodwaters swept her SUV away near a shopping area in Petal during a flash flood emergency in south Mississippi.
May 27, 2026Open source
Mississippi Gulf Coast beaches closed to swimming due to bacteria
Health officials warn of elevated fecal bacteria levels at the beaches in Bay St. Louis, Gulfport and Biloxi.
May 16, 2026Open source
Mississippi Dept. of Health expanding substance use disorder treatment statewide
“Mississippi is showing what is possible when clinical leadership, public health infrastructure, and technology are aligned around patients," said State He...
May 12, 2026Open source
Mississippi seeks end to federal oversight of its child welfare system
"Time and resources that would be better spent on developing and sustaining a competently administered system focused on the best interests of the children i...
May 12, 2026Open source
Leaders celebrate completion of Classic Drive Improvement Project in Hattiesburg
City and county leaders celebrated the completion of a project Monday, which included repaving Classic Drive, adding a multi-use pathway and preparing nearby...
May 12, 2026Open source
MDEQ issues Water Contact Advisory for Comynie Bayou, portion of Pascagoula River
On Monday, the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ) issued a contact advisory for Comyie Bayou and a portion of the Pascagoula River in Jac...
May 11, 2026Open source
Fifth Circuit vacates order requiring Mississippi to redraw state Supreme Court districts
Governor Tate Reeves called it "a good day for those who believe in the principle that all Americans are created equal. A good day for law and order. A good...
May 11, 2026Open source
Superhero Mom: Biloxi mother recounts traumatic birth story and her baby’s resiliency
Desireé Paige’s daughter Alora was born at 27 weeks with four heart conditions and has already undergone open-heart surgery
May 11, 2026Open source
Blueberry season in full swing at South Mississippi farm
CARRIERE, Miss. (WLOX) — Blueberry season is in full swing across South Mississippi, and local farmers are harvesting one of the state’s most important f...
May 11, 2026Open source
Ninth annual Lighthouse Artisan Festival draws vendors to Biloxi Visitor’s Center
Rain moves outdoor vendors inside, but organizers say plenty of Mother’s Day gift options remain
May 10, 2026Open source
WDAM 7’s Delaney Dukes demonstrates what it takes to be a Hattiesburg firefighter
The Hattiesburg Fire Training Academy is now accepting applications for its next recruit class, WDAM 7's Delaney Dukes suits up, and gives a first hand look...
May 9, 2026Open source
Mississippi church destroyed in violent tornadoes. See the heartbreaking photos
A church in Purvis, Mississippi, took a direct hit from a violent tornado Wednesday night.
May 7, 2026Open source
Fatal crash on I-65 claims life of Mississippi man
A two-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 6 a.m. Monday, has claimed the life of a Carriere, Miss., man.
May 7, 2026Open source
Diamondhead Nears Launch of City Police Force
City leaders in Diamondhead, Mississippi, plan to hire a police chief this month as the city moves closer to creating its own police department.
May 6, 2026Open source
This famous New Orleans po-boy shop will invade a Biloxi fine dining restaurant for one night only
Parkway Bakery & Tavern is serving up New Orleans po’ boys for one day only at this Mississippi Coast restaurant. Here’s all the details.
May 3, 2026Open source
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Meadville is in Franklin County, Mississippi.
Region: Mississippi Gulf Coast
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39653
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Primary turnout gives Mississippi Democrats a glimmer of hope for general election
Primary turnout gives Mississippi Democrats a glimmer of hope for general election
May 30, 2026Open source
Mississippi jailed more than 800 people awaiting psychiatric treatment in a year. Just one jail meets state...
Mississippi jailed more than 800 people awaiting psychiatric treatment in a year. Just one jail meets state standards.
May 30, 2026Open source
‘We’re ready to fight’: Thousands protest Mississippi redistricting and rally for voting rights
‘We’re ready to fight’: Thousands protest Mississippi redistricting and rally for voting rights
May 30, 2026Open source
Most Mississippi Third Graders Passed the ‘Reading Gate’ on the First Attempt
The Mississippi Department of Education announced that more than 75% of third-grade students passed the state reading exam on the first try.
May 30, 2026Open source
Mississippi Voters Still Lack Ballot Initiative 5 Years After Lawmakers Vowed to Restore It
In the 2027 statewide election, Mike Watkins said the Mississippi medical-cannabis community wants candidates who support the ballot initiative.
May 30, 2026Open source
Mississippi Legislators Talk About Concerns and Opportunities With Redistricting During Town Halls
Mississippi Sen. David Blount and Rep. Christopher Bell discussed concerns and potential opportunities about redistricting at a Jackson town hall.
May 30, 2026Open source
Jansen Owen says work in legislature will give unique perspective if elected District Attorney
A Mississippi lawmaker has announced that he will run for 15th Circuit Court District Attorney.
May 30, 2026Open source
Non-profit ‘Seeds of Hope’ growing new crop of corn, potatoes for local food pantries
Seeds of Hope is growing a new crop of corn and potatoes to donate to food pantries across South Mississippi.
May 30, 2026Open source
Woman critically injured after wreck on Hwy 98 in Lamar County
The Mississippi Highway Patrol and the Lamar County Sheriff’s Office are working a wreck involving a truck and a car in Lamar County.
May 30, 2026Open source
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