Hawaii volcano poses new threat with toxic gas
There are spectacular images of a new danger on Hawaii’s Big Island: blue flames rising from rivers of lava that could explode at anytime. Mark Strassmann reports. Categories: National, US & World News
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Choctaw County School District says goodbye to long time Charger
Thursday was a celebration of hard work and dedication for Mrs. Levolie Davis.
Animal protection group says cruelty case highlights need for tougher laws
The organization is offering a $500 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person who shot the dog.
Local first responders’ role in Wednesday’s CAFB plane crash
Wednesday’s crash of a T-38C Talon II from Columbus Air Force Base, is now classified as a recovery mission.
Attorney General talks progress for Crimes Against Children Task Force
The AG also noted the dangers that can come from online dating sites and wants to send a stern warning that sending nude photographs to a minor is a crime.
Secretary Of State announces over $4 Million for upcoming elections
Hosemann’s office is kicking in about $224,000 in a matching grant, bringing the total to $4.7 million in state and federal funds.
Medal of Honor recipient: Not a day goes by that I don’t think of battle
Members of “the Old Guard” placed American flags at more than 228,000 graves at Arlington National Cemetery on Thursday for Memorial Day, and a retired Navy SEAL, whose thoughts are always with his fallen comrades, was awarded the Medal of Honor. The March 2002 ambush became known as the Battle of Roberts Ridge, one of the most savage and controversial…
Child porn charge slated for Columbus resident
Law enforcement say suspicious online activity led to the investigation.
Nature’s fury on full display as fountains of lava gush in Hawaii
PAHOA, Hawaii — There are spectacular images of a new danger on Hawaii’s Big Island: rising from rivers of lava, blue flames fueled by methane gas that could potentially explode. Nature’s fury is on full display as fountains of lava continue to gush in communities hardest hit by this volcanic disaster. It’s like a scene from the dawn of time when…
Armed man in restaurant yelled “get out of my country,” police say
ST. AUGUSTINE, Fla. — A Florida man faces multiple charges after sheriff’s deputies say he threatened two customers at a McDonald’s restaurant with a stun gun and knife and yelled “get out of my country.” It happened early Wednesday in St. Augustine on Florida’s Atlantic Coast. Mohamed Galal and Zeyad Said told St. Johns Sheriff’s deputies that 60-year-old John Jay…
Storm quickly sweeps through Columbus, leaving some in the dark
No injuries were reported. Crews worked quickly to restore power and clear the streets from debris.
Scattered storms through Sunday, watching the tropics
The weather is going to remain active through the holiday weekend.
Terence Davis Returning to Ole Miss for Senior Season
(Photo Courtesy: Ole Miss Athletics) OXFORD, Miss. (WCBI/Ole Miss Athletics) – After testing the NBA Draft waters without hiring an agent, Ole Miss guard Terence Davis has decided to return to school for his senior season. Davis, the Rebels’ leading scorer for each of the past two seasons, went through several workouts with NBA teams before ultimately choosing to return…
Former Columbus choir director found guilty of child sex crime
The suspect was fired from the Columbus Municipal School District. Sentencing is scheduled for Friday morning.
Mississippi judge won’t order governor to reopen bridges
Bryant has said he will call lawmakers into special session if they can agree on a funding plan.
Man who bought 12 guns for serial killer pleads guilty
COLUMBIA, S.C. — A South Carolina man has pleaded guilty to buying guns for an acquaintance who shot seven people to death, admitting he made the purchases despite knowing that the killer had a previous felony conviction and couldn’t legally have the weapons. Dustan Lawson could face hundreds of years in prison when he is sentenced at a later date. Each…
Here’s why Trump canceled the North Korea summit
President Trump’s decision to call off the June 12 Singapore summit with North Korea came down to a “trail of broken promises,” one White House official put it Thursday. The president’s letter to North Korean leader Kim Jong Un — a letter he dictated, the White House official told reporters in a conference call Thursday afternoon — blamed “tremendous anger…
Board to meet, discuss possible Starkville Pride lawsuit settlement
The case drew national attention when the board declined to issue the group a parade permit even though all requirements had been met by Starkville Pride.
Feds: Mexican Mafia runs California jails like an “illegal government”
LOS ANGELES — The Los Angeles County jails are run by the sheriff, but the Mexican Mafia wields the power in the underworld behind bars. The organization made up of leaders from various Latino gangs operated like an illegal government, collecting “taxes” on smuggled drugs, ordering hits on people who didn’t follow their rules and even calling the shots on street crimes,…
Friendship Cemetery to be forefront of Civil War unmarked grave project
“Fortunately we have the technology that will allow us to come in and do some surveys in an non-invasive way.”
Trump presents Medal of Honor to Navy SEAL
President Trump presented the Medal of Honor to retired Navy SEAL Britt Slabinski for his heroism during a firefight in Afghanistan 16 years ago. According to the White House, Slabinski “boldly rallied” his team and organized “a daring assault” to rescue a stranded teammate. “Through your actions you demonstrated that there is no love more pure and no courage more…
Police say missing teen now safe
Before she was found, Keyuna Pinson was last seen at her home on Rankin Boulevard in Tupelo around 2:30 Wednesday afternoon.
Environmentally-friendly six-pack rings spare sea turtles
The E6PR is a biodegradable alternative to plastic rings on six-packs of canned beverages. E6PR The threat of plastic waste to marine wildlife is well known; the most ubiquitous image of its impact is that of seafaring turtles and gulls ensnared in the net-like rings that yoke six-packs of canned beverages together. Now one Florida brewery is rolling out a…
Plaque shows landmark status for civil rights leaders’ home
Friends and relatives of the Evers joined more than 100 people for the ceremony Thursday outside the home.