4 charged with animal cruelty after investigation in Davidson County, deputies say
The arrests came after the Sheriff's Office's Animal Control Division conducted an investigation on Prevette Road in Lexington on May 5.
May 27, 2026Open source
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Lexington's 'Miss Puffy' the pig survives fire that destroyed The Candy Factory
The fiberglass statue is moving to the "Visit Lexington NC" offices for the time being.
May 21, 2026Open source
'The hard part starts now' | Lexington business owner reflects on 2022 uptown fire and long road to recovery
A Lexington business owner said this week’s uptown fire reopened wounds from 2022 and said the need for support lasts long after the flames are out.
May 21, 2026Open source
Dallas Trinity FC headed to Lexington for semifinal matchup on Peacock Saturday
Dallas Trinity FC is playoff-bound again and faces Lexington Saturday at 6 p.m. Watch the semifinal streaming on Peacock.
May 20, 2026Open source
Crime and Courts
Kamal Semrade is accused of pushing Emine Yilmaz Ozsoy into a subway at Lexington Ave and 63rd, paralyzing her. Here's the latest on the case.
May 19, 2026Open source
Covering Kentucky Afternoon collision leaves motorcyclist with life-threatening injuries Rosemary Kelley
Covering Kentucky Afternoon collision leaves motorcyclist with life-threatening injuries Rosemary Kelley
May 15, 2026Open source
Boys state soccer: Lexington tops Bennington, delivers Class B record for first-round wins
Boys state soccer: Lexington tops Bennington, delivers Class B record for first-round wins
May 15, 2026Open source
Liberty Utilities to pay maximum penalty, remap lines after fatal Lexington gas explosionThe consent judgme...
Liberty Utilities to pay maximum penalty, remap lines after fatal Lexington gas explosionThe consent judgment requires Liberty Utilities to pay the maximum c...
May 15, 2026Open source
Injury collision shuts down portion of I-75 in Lexington
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - An injury collision has shut down a portion of I-75 in Lexington.
May 6, 2026Open source
LIVE SCORE UPDATES & ANALYSIS: Arkansas softball vs. Mississippi State at SEC Tournament
Follow along as the Razorbacks face the Bulldogs at the SEC Tournament in Lexington, Kentucky.
May 6, 2026Open source
Walmart has the Pit Boss Lexington smoker on sale — and grillers say it cooks better than a Traeger
Walmart has the Pit Boss Lexington smoker on sale — and grillers say it cooks better than a Traeger
May 6, 2026Open source
17-year-old Lexington teen kidnapped from home found safe
A 17-year-old Lexington teen who was kidnapped from his home has been found safe by detectives, the Lexington Police Department said.
May 4, 2026Open source
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'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
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
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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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Lexington is in Holmes County, Mississippi.
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Supreme Court rules for Black death row inmate from Mississippi over racial bias in makeup of jury
The Supreme Court on Thursday ruled for a Black death row inmate from Mississippi who alleged there was racial bias in the makeup of the jury that convicted...
May 28, 2026Open source
Semitrailer carrying 11,000 pounds of Kit Kat bars overturns on Mississippi interstate: Reports
A semitrailer reportedly carrying 11,000 pounds of Kit Kat bars overturned on a Mississippi interstate on Memorial Day.
May 28, 2026Open source
What to know about security before boarding a tall ship in New Orleans for Sail 250
Security measures are up for Sail 250 tall ships events along the Mississippi River, land and water. Coast Guard, Navy and federal security are to be at the...
May 27, 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
Heavy rain causes flooding in Hancock County, Mississippi
Heavy rain has caused flooding across the Mississippi Gulf Coast, particularly in Hancock County, where high water has covered roadways and left some drivers...
May 27, 2026Open source
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
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
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