'Pray for Mississippi,' governor says as tornado emergency strikes areas of state
"Pray for Mississippi," Gov. Tate Reeves says after multiple tornadoes were reported May 6 throughout central and west Mississippi.
May 7, 2026Open source
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Iowa City West’s Wilson wins individual title at MVC super meet
CEDAR FALLS — Iowa City West sophomore Ainsley Wilson took the individual title at Monday’s Mississippi Valley Conference Super Meet at Pheasant Ridge Go...
May 4, 2026Open source
Today in History: President Abraham Lincoln signs the Homestead Act
On May 20, 1862, President Abraham Lincoln signed the Homestead Act, which was intended to encourage settlement west of the Mississippi River by making feder...
May 20, 2026Open source
The Great Catsby Herb Cartel: Herbs, whimsy, and a backyard full of magic
In West Point, Michael Williams has created a garden that makes people want to linger a little longer, breathe a little deeper, and maybe go home and plant s...
May 12, 2026Open source
Top of Class 2026: Collins High School & West Marion High School
PINE BELT, Miss. (WDAM) - WDAM 7 and Jones College salute the Top of Class 2026.
May 12, 2026Open source
Port of Gulfport lands $11.25 million grant, draws international attention
Port of Gulfport Executive Director and CEO Jon Nass said the funding will go toward new rail connections, pavement improvements, and connecting the port’s...
May 11, 2026Open source
West Marion seeks redemption two years after heartbreaking sweep
West Marion, Presbyterian Christian set for Class 3-A South State Championship clash
May 10, 2026Open source
Man receives sentence in 2024 shooting death of girlfriend
A Holmes County man received his sentence in the 2024 shooting death of his girlfriend.
May 7, 2026Open source
Tornadoes strike areas of Mississippi; reports of trapped residents, destroyed homes
Mississippi's governor says multiple tornadoes were reported May 6 throughout central and west Mississippi.
May 7, 2026Open source
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What to know: OU softball set to host Mississippi State in Norman Super Regional
The OU softball team is one series victory away from reaching another Women's College World Series as the Sooners look to reclaim their national title status.
May 19, 2026Open source
New Jackson mural unveiled in honor of America250
A new mural was unveiled at Genesis and Light Center’s Albert Wilson Empowerment Building Friday afternoon.
May 16, 2026Open source
Jackson police seek more than $2 million in grant funding for crime prevention
Jackson city leaders are expected to consider several grant requests from the Jackson Police Department during next week’s City Council meeting, including...
May 16, 2026Open source
‘Meaningless change of a date on the calendar’: Owens files second motion to dismiss
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Embattled Hinds County District Attorney Jody Owens has filed another motion to dismiss the charges against him in the Jackson briber...
May 15, 2026Open source
Jackson staple closing its doors after nearly 50 years of business
After nearly 50 years of selling boots and hats, Boots & More is officially calling it quits after the owner announced his retirement earlier this week.
May 15, 2026Open source
US Marshals capture alleged child molester in Memphis
A man wanted in connection with a child molestation case out of Tupelo, Mississippi, has been captured in Memphis.
May 14, 2026Open source
Task force arrests Mississippi homicide suspect in Toledo
The investigation also led to the arrest of other men wanted from local jurisdictions.
May 12, 2026Open source
Pilots safely eject from military aircraft after ‘mishap’ in Fayette County
A T-38 Talon II aircraft from Columbus Air Force Base in Mississippi crashed in Fayette County, Alabama on Tuesday, May 12.
May 12, 2026Open source
Dozens of fire trucks respond to massive Jackson storage facility blaze; Arrests underway
Jackson fire investigators say a woman confessed to setting a massive fire Tuesday at a storage facility on Highway 80 in Jackson.
May 12, 2026Open source
Pilots safely eject from military aircraft after ‘mishap’ on Lamar, Fayette County line
A T-38 Talon II aircraft from Columbus Air Force Base in Mississippi crashed in Fayette County, Alabama on Tuesday, May 12.
May 12, 2026Open source
LCSD, Scouting America announce youth explorer program
East Mississippi youth interested in law enforcement as a potential career choice can get a first-hand look at what it takes to keep Meridian and Lauderdale...
May 12, 2026Open source
Clinton, Central DeWitt girls take 5th and 6th at conference track meet
The Clinton girls track and field team placed fifth and Central DeWitt was sixth at the Mississippi Athletic Conference Girls Championship held Wednesday, Ma...
May 12, 2026Open source
Judge approves protective order in federal corruption case against Lumumba, Owens
A federal judge has approved a protective order governing evidence in the ongoing public corruption case against former Jackson Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba, H...
May 12, 2026Open source
Missouri running back Ahmad Hardy is in stable condition after being shot at a concert
LAUREL, Miss. (AP) — Missouri star running back Ahmad Hardy is in stable condition after being shot at a concert in Mississippi, school officials said
May 12, 2026Open source
Missouri running back Ahmad Hardy shot, in stable condition
Missouri running back Ahmad Hardy, a first-team All-SEC selection last season, was shot at a concert in Mississippi early Sunday and is in stable condition f...
May 11, 2026Open source
Sabers and River Kings finish 3rd and 4th at conference meet
DAVENPORT — The Central DeWitt and Clinton boys track and field teams placed third and fourth, respectively out of 10 teams competing Thursday at the Missi...
May 11, 2026Open source
Missouri Star Ahmad Hardy Shot and Wounded at Concert in Mississippi
The running back was an All-American for the Tigers last season.
May 11, 2026Open source
Governor reports 26 injured in Pine Belt from tornadoes
The Mississippi State Department of Health will be meeting with hospitals on Monday to help assess the status of those injured.
May 11, 2026Open source
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The Minneapolis Queen is a great way to get out on the water this summer Adam del Rosso and Reg Chapman mad...
Adam Del Rosso and Reg Chapman made their way to Bohemian Flats in Minneapolis to check out the Minneapolis Queen— the ticket for a fun adventure on the Mi...
May 23, 2026Open source
This Gulf Coast city stages a downtown comeback: luxury apartments, hotels, restaurants, more
Restaurants, hotels and a $105 million mixed-use town center including shops and luxury apartments could transform downtown Gulfport on the Mississippi Coast.
May 20, 2026Open source
Today in History: President Abraham Lincoln signs the Homestead Act
On May 20, 1862, President Abraham Lincoln signed the Homestead Act, which was intended to encourage settlement west of the Mississippi River by making feder...
May 20, 2026Open source
Oregon Sen. Merkley joins bipartisan bill to classify nursing degrees as professional, restore student loan...
Oregon Sen. Jeff Merkley and Mississippi Sen. Roger Wicker introduced a bipartisan bill Tuesday to restore federal student loan access for nursing students.
May 20, 2026Open source
What to know: OU softball set to host Mississippi State in Norman Super Regional
The OU softball team is one series victory away from reaching another Women's College World Series as the Sooners look to reclaim their national title status.
May 19, 2026Open source
No. 8 Southern Miss wins 8th consecutive game
Eight Golden Eagle seniors, Colby Allen, Armistead, Higdon, Morrison, Sivley, Russo, Caleb Stelly, and Urban, were honored before the game.
May 16, 2026Open source
Former FCAHS coach charged with felony embezzlement
Thomas Chambliss appeared in the Forrest County Justice Court Friday for his initial appearance.
May 16, 2026Open source
‘We are closer than we’ve ever been’: Eagle One mega site receives $750k boost, ADP leaders say
ADP leaders say the latest funding will help prepare the Eagle One mega site for future industrial projects they hope will bring thousands of jobs to the Pin...
May 16, 2026Open source
Mississippi jail administrators form association to improve detention facilities
Jail administrators across Mississippi are forming a unified organization to improve how detention facilities operate, addressing challenges from mental heal...
May 16, 2026Open source
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