State News
MDOT advises drivers to watch for deer on the road
Fall has arrived and deer are on the move. The Mississippi Department of Transportation is urging motorists to take precautions to avoid collisions.
Mississippi helps Southeast recover from hurricane disasters
Mississippi knows how to recover from disasters. That's one reason the Magnolia State is sending help throughout the Southeast.
Senator Wicker responds to the public about FEMA disaster Relief
If anyone understands what its like to cope with a disaster close to home, it's Mississippi Senator Roger Wicker.
Wicker Highlights Federal Role in Disaster Relief
Relief crews have descended on Southeastern states to rescue victims and begin rebuilding after two devastating hurricanes.
Second 4-County group sent to Florida electric to assist in damage
A second 4-County Electric Power Association crew has headed out to help with hurricane recovery.
Big 2nd chance lottery tickets claimed by two winners in Tupelo
Eleven Mississippi lottery players turned their scrap tickets into big wins, claiming a total of $876,000 in the 2nd chance promotional drawing.
Christmas at the Mansion reveals winner for this year's celebration
This year's theme for the fifth annual "Christmas at the Mansion" is "Made in Mississippi".
Christmas at the Mansion's second winner to help in decorating
Although Lea Margaret Hamilton has been to the Capitol building numerous times, this was her first time to see the Governor's offices.
SNAP benefits set to increase from cost-of-living
People who use the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, also known as "SNAP", will soon see a slight increase in their benefits.
Three people pled guilty to attempted us of counterfeit
Two people from Philadelphia and the third from Pascagoula pled guilty to possession, with intent to spend counterfeit currency in the Pearl River Community of the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians.
Mississippi man wanted by FBI for felony drug possession
The FBI is offering a $5,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of a Mississippi Man.
Highway re-opened after trees and debris covered lanes in Florida
On September 27, Florida highway crews re-opened I-10 between Tallahassee and Lake City.
Jason D. Herring, new District Attorney for First Circuit Court District
A Saltillo attorney has been named the new District Attorney for the First Circuit Court District.
Absentee ballets for voting now available in Mississippi
Absentee ballots are now available in county Circuit Clerk's offices in Mississippi.
MS Supreme Court denies another appeal for Willie Manning
A majority of justices on the high court denied Manning's request to file for Post-Conviction Relief.
Mississippi receives nearly $10 million in lottery earnings
The Mississippi Lottery Corporation transferred around than $9.6 Million dollars to Mississippi State Coffers in August.
Remembering Former Mississippi lawmaker Brian Aldridge
A former north Mississippi lawmaker has died. Brian Aldridge passed away earlier this week after an extended illness.
Another person dies from West Nile in Mississippi
A second Mississippian has died from the West Nile Virus this year.
MHP reports 15 fatalities over Labor Day weekend
It was a busy and deadly holiday weekend on Mississippi highways, as 15 people died in crashes. Two deadly crashes happened in Grenada County.
More Than $600,000 Available in Lottery’s 2nd Chance Drawing
With 10 more scratch-off games ending soon, the Mississippi Lottery’s 2nd Chance promotional drawing in January 2025 offers players a chance to win top prizes totaling $649,500.
More Highway Patrol expected this Labor Day Weekend
Traffic will pick up as families begin to travel for Labor Day weekend. Mississippi Highway Patrol said more troopers will be present on the road.
19 years later: How Hurricane Katrina changed EMA
Hurricane Katrina made landfall on the Mississippi Gulf Coast on August 29, 2005. The powerful hurricane changed the landscape of the Coast and the lives of thousands of people.