15-year-old in critical condition after a shooting in Columbus
A 15-year-old is in critical condition after being shot. Now, Columbus Police are trying to find out who pulled the trigger.
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Spring Flywheel Festival features history on display and a patriotic themed celebration
A popular spring time festival is underway in Houston that showcases American ingenuity and this year is also kicking off celebrations for the nation's 250th birthday.
Pickens Co. residents to vote on referendum in upcoming primary
Voters in Pickens County will have an extra spot on their ballots when they go to the polls May 19th...
Flywheel Festival underway at Joe Brigance Park in Houston
A popular spring time festival is underway in Houston that showcases American ingenuity and this year is also kicking off celebrations for the nation's 250th birthday.
State legislators work with Pickens Co. officials to help offset ambulance costs
In an emergency time matters, and for residents of Pickens County, it's intensified.
MEMA reports scams circulating across Mississippi
The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency reports it has received reports of individuals posing as FEMA representatives, charging $100 and requesting personal information to “help” with FEMA assistance applications.
Webster Co. Circuit Clerk announces beginning of District 2 School Board seat qualifying
Webster County Circuit Clerk Wanda Robinson announced that qualifying has begun for the District 2 School Board seat.
A man faces sexual assault charges in Tupelo
30-year-old Landon Rimes of Magnolia has been charged with one count of molestation and one count of enticement of a child to meet for sexual purposes.
Lowndes Co. Officials host Government Expo outside local courthouse
Lowndes County government offices moved out of the courthouse and on to the lawn today to meet area residents in a more casual atmosphere.
A home is ruled a total loss after a fire in Oktibbeha Co.
According to Oktibbeha County Fire Coordinator Patrick Warner, at around 11 pm last night, East Oktibbeha Volunteer Fire Department was dispatched to a house fire on Blackjack Road.
Justice Department drops probe into Fed Chair Jerome Powell
CBS News reports that Federal prosecutors are ending their criminal investigation into Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell, U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro announced, clearing a key obstacle for the confirmation of Kevin Warsh, President Trump's pick to take over as head of the central bank's Board of Governors.
Roommate arrested after 1 missing University of South Florida doctoral student found dead
Sources from CBS News say that one of the missing University of South Florida doctoral students was found dead and his roommate has been arrested, local authorities said Friday.
Here are the college majors that new grads regret the most, according to a recent survey
According to CBS News, a college degree is often seen as a way to get a leg up in the labor market, which has recently been challenging for early-career workers. But as new grads begin their job searches, many say they wish they had chosen a different field of study...
In 8 weeks, the Iran war has dented the U.S. economy. The damage could linger, economists say.
CBS News reports that in the eight weeks since the Iran war started, the conflict has driven gas prices above $4 a gallon, strained homebuyers and pushed inflation to its highest level in nearly two years.
DOJ reinstates firing squads, pentobarbital for federal executions
Sources from CBS News say that the Justice Department announced on Friday that it would reimplement lethal injection and firing squads as part of the Trump administration's efforts to "strengthen" the federal death penalty.
IEA says Iran war will keep the global natural gas market tight for two years
According to CBS News, the implications of the Iran war on energy markets will extend well beyond this year, according to a new report from the International Energy Agency (IEA) on Friday.
Appeals court blocks Trump's asylum crackdown at U.S.-Mexico border
CBS News reports that a federal appeals court on Friday blocked President Trump's directive suspending access to asylum and other legal protections for migrants unlawfully crossing the southern border.
Trader Joe's customers sue over coffee's caffeine levels
Sources from CBS News say that some Trader Joe's coffee drinkers are angry they didn't get their caffeine fix, according to a new lawsuit filed against the retailer.